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Have you ever gazed at a crow or raven and wondered what its thinking? They are one of those creatures, like others we’ve looked at, cats, dogs, owls, foxes, wolves and seals for example, where we just know there are secrets lurking behind thei
How do we know when the Good People are nearby us? This is a question we’ve been pondered in previous episodes: so far, we have explored some of the physical sensations we feel when Faerie are nearby, and recognised smells which might be a sig
The Trows of Shetland and Orkney Islands are curious creatures who have, at least in the past, enjoyed a relatively harmonious co-existence with Humans. Often seen going about their daily activities, these are some of the more visible of all th
I’ll be back next week with a regular episode exploring the Good People but, for today I have a wonderful tale to share with you from Ireland.I love this tale; I hope you will too. It shows us just how complicated our interactions with the Faer
I’m taking a wee break from our regular podcast and will be back soon to dive deep and explore who the Good People really are, but in the meantime, I’m delighted to be able to bring you a few wonderful tales of Faerie.This week I’m sweeping you
I’m taking a wee break from our regular Podcast episode for a few weeks but couldn’t possibly leave you without your weekly Faerie fix so, for the next few weeks I am bringing you a wonderful tale of the Faerie every Wednesday.Today we’re headi
I’m taking a wee break from our weekly Podcast episode for a few weeks but I don’t want to leave you without your weekly Faerie fix so, for the next few weeks I will be sharing a wonderful tale with you every Wednesday.Beginning with the beauti
This week we share a personal experience which at first glance, might appear to be a simple, ordinary exchange between 2 people about a very special rose, but… could it actually have been a profound, life-changing moment? I believe that oftent
I hope I find you well today and enjoying a strong stomach because we are looking at a particularly icky member of the Good People. It’s hard to imagine anyone nominating this parasitic creature as a favourite but it sure is interesting, and a
How often have you smiled and nodded, then completely ignored the advice of an older, more experienced relative or friend? In the tale of ‘The Fairy Thorn’ from Newfoundland, we find a gentle reminder to acknowledge the experiences and wisdom
Have you ever heard of the ‘Fetch’? I’m not sure you will ever want to see one! A Fetch is kind of supernatural double, or vision of a person. At first glance, and depending of course on where you see a Fetch, you might think it a doppelganger
I have some tremendous tales for you about the Gwyllgi, also known as the ‘Corpse Dog’ of Wales. Not unlike dear Banshee, the Corpse Dog acts as a portent of death, its rare but unforgettable howl signalling an impending death. These phantoms a
Strange things happen in and around a Faerie Field. A Faerie Field is a field which is known to host or home members of the Good People, some fields are positively rife with activity, suggesting they may be a gathering place or even on a Faeri
The word ‘Werewolf’ conjures a fairly consistent image in our minds. An image sown long ago and fertilized regularly by film, tv, storybooks, comic books, role playing games, even video games. But, as with the stereotypical image of a fairy loo
One of the things I love most about Encounters with the Good People is hearing of your own experiences, sightings or encounters and it always feels such a privilege too. To share our personal experiences is a wonderful way of better understandi
There are many ways we can know that the Good People are near us and loads of tales which indicate signs of their presence. So many in fact, that I couldn’t possibly cover them all in one Podcast episode, so we will be looking at this topic ov
When is a broken heart more than just a broken heart? “Beware the tunes that touch your heart. The Gancanagh will play the soul Beware, sweet lass, don’t crave his art He’ll pierce your heart and leave a hole.” The Gancanagh, also known as the
When you think of Faerie fairs or markets, your mind most likely turns to glorious colourful painting or illustration depicting an idyllic scene of various faerie characters browsing baskets of fruit or platters of cakes, musicians and dancers
When it comes to sightings and encounters with the Black Shuck, Hellhound, Faerie Guard Dogs and Guardian Dogs, there is no shortage of written accounts and descriptions, both from our Ancestors and people in the here and now. I believe I have
“And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul” John Muir Forests are one of the best places to find ourselves, and if you’re so inclined, the good people too. Our remaining glorious forests are one of the last refuges for not onl
If you’ve ever visited my Facebook or Instagram pages you will know how much I love to share the work of various artists. Painters, illustrators, storytellers, photographers, writers, musicians, poets and great thinkers and there is a good reas
Those few hours on the eve of May-day, or on May-day itself, can offer a charming, idyllic sort of connection tween us and the Good Folk, but this is no time for complacency. They are just as likely to steal you away as give you a precious gift
“Because I could not stop for Death He kindly stopped for me. The Carriage held but just Ourselves And… Immortality.” – Emily Dickinson. Michael, a listener in New York State, fondly recalls his Grandfather, also Michael, telling him tales
The Power of Faerie Music Have you ever wished to hear Faerie music? I certainly have, even being aware of the risks, I fear I couldn’t resist the temptation should it ever present itself to me. And make no mistake, listening to or even just o
“You must have a silver penny, To get into Fairyland…” Really? I’m not so sure. The Faerie have a very curious relationship with money, or the thing we call money. Did you know the Good People are known to give us money? They are also known to
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