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“What a pity. I so wanted a podcast of classic tales but the readers are so bad that it’s like sitting in six grade again listening to my poor friends struggle flatly through sentence after sentence in English class.
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Going via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/24
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“I have been a Poddie since 2007. This is excellent.
Ver informative and clearly spoken.
No Whitney, nasal American accents.
Great content.”
Geoff the Welsh One via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/30/23
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“Every episode is an absolute gem - very well researched and intelligently but accessibly discussed.”
tweenytweeny via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/18/23
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“Early episodes are good when it was about specific areas of folklore. Later episodes mostly seem to be interviews with creators who’ve used folklore in their work.”
Al_B1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Finland ·
03/19/23
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“Great conversations about the symbolic world and our place in it.”
Synchrosoma via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/13/21
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“Ohhhh yes. This is one of my absolute favourite things to listen to. Work like this should be encouraged as much as possible. Please do continue!”
Meh Oofy Meh via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/09/20
“I never miss an episode. This podcast is presented clearly and with facts researched and cited. Topics are covered in full with links to where you can access further information. You can rely on Mark to present his research in an accessible way. And its entertaining to boot.”
loopyfruitcake via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/16/20
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“I enjoy listening to this podcast and learning about folklore from this part of the world. Professionally done and entertaining you can’t go wrong if you listen.”
MGP Terps via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/12/20
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“The standard show is great and I was pleasantly surprised with the “Family Matters” portion, which I initially intended to skip over.”
Ironmike1614 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/26/20
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“A little too much communist propaganda.”
Wet Works via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/26/20
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“I love the show for the most part.
However I will say I’m not a fan of the “Family Matters” Roleplaying here. It’s not necessarily bad, it just really doesn’t fit here and is pretty inappropriate at times. I know you did disclaimer it’s and all, but it just doesn’t fit the vibe of your podcast...”Read full review »
CajunTech via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/06/20
“Voice is personal opinion I know but I have to say the pace , tone etc, is a pleasure to listen to. Even when guests are on it’s a comfortable listen as many podcasts are too noisy and fast. Fascinating topics covered and sources are given etc. Seems to me as a ‘non academic’ to be well put...”Read full review »
Purplehairglitter via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/03/20
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“I love this podcast which brings folklore to life. The great rich legacy of the world's folklore given for us to enjoy. Mark Norman is the best guide through this world. I am a member of the ghost club est. 1862 and I recommend this podcast to the members.
Please listen to this podcast.”Read full review »
Nigel Bundy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/04/20
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“Really like the straight forward nature of this podcast. Very well researched. I especially like the episodes just with Mark; I think he underestimates how relaxing and enjoyable these are. It feels intimate and adds to the sense that you’re learning these things by the fireside, or being read...”Read full review »
moesakuara via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/06/20
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“This was very interesting and different well done”
Beekid via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/29/19
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“Well done and well researched”
Ctumein via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/24/19
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“I adore this podcast. It’s engaging, informative & thought provoking. I find myself musing over the episodes long after having listened to them. There’s also a great sense of intimacy. Tuning in, I feel as though I’ve been invited to an intimate gathering among friends.”
Vcgijgxdhbbh via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/01/19
“One is lead to expect story telling: instead one gets dull waffle by presenters who are attempting to be academic and erudite about stories that they do even tell..I apologise if I have missed the point or stumbled by chance across the only poor episodes. I only managed to listen to three ,all of...”Read full review »
sepukangri via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/18/19
“This is a great podcast, it talks to the experts, so it's really got details and they're always more interesting than stuff gleaned from the internet. It's grounded in that research, this makes it a cut above the rest. But it's also very interested in popular culture - after all...”Read full review »
I have none. via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/31/19
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“Great material ... really need to improve audio quality of interviews.”
Acelarider via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/07/19
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“I absolutely love this podcast and literally jump around for joy when a new episode is released.
The content is great and always so well-researched and interesting, the guest speakers are always top-drawer and the subjects covered are varied enough to keep the podcast fresh and exciting while...”Read full review »
FolkYeah via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/02/19
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“There are things I didn’t know I wanted to know about until I heard them discussed on this podcast. Love it!”
FlyingSnake via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/19
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“IMO the best folklore podcast i’ve found. Usually very interesting episodes covering a wide range of folklore topics. The style is very understated (a good thing!) the host is well-spoken, easy to understand & there’s no cheesy sound effects or bad attempts at humour that I find can ruin this...”Read full review »
666EJS666 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/14/19
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“A very interesting podcast. I often find that people tend to present folklore as a thing of the past, without a connection to our modern life. However, both the author of the podcast and his guests manage to show that it is still very relevant for a better understanding of the word around us.”
Alexa_tov via Apple Podcasts ·
Romania ·
04/28/19
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“I have such a hard time finding folklore shows that aren’t hacky, corny, or kitschy. Mark Norman is none of these things. Such a valuable resource on subjects I’ve always wanted to learn more about. I especially love his investigations of witchcraft/witches”
laborhistorydude via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/19
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“I've found this show from listening to another, during a discussion on spectral hounds, and here, Mr. Norman gives terrific interviews with world-class guests on all sorts of fascinating topics relating to the often strange beings, beliefs, and forces of folklore. Do give it a listen!”Read full review »
Troythulu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/19
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“Calm, easy and pleasant to listen to, very informative with interesting guests.”
Beemo8bit via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/28/19
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“I really love folklore but find a lot of podcasts deal with it more in terms of storytelling - which is fine and I do enjoy those too - but I am really interested in the academic/anthropology side as well. This podcast is fantastic - really well researched and presented with contributions from...”Read full review »
cliophilyra via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/14/19
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“This podcast is incredible, the most information packed and interesting, mysterious and wonderful. If you love stories and folklore (being from Devon and exploring Dartmoor and the area a lot when I was a kid this podcast is really exciting for me) this podcast will be a great listen for you....”Read full review »
blackberry picker via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/13/19
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“Thank you! The Folklore Podcast is a wonderful listen. I Love putting it on when I walk my dog. I particularly liked the episodes on the black dog and the wild hunt. Have you ever considered doing an episode on the theme of shadows or the stories surrounding genetic engineering?
Xoxoxo Spark
Ps:...”Read full review »
- Spark - via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
02/23/19
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“This podcast is exactly what I’ve been looking for. I listened to other folklore podcasts, but the wide range of stories, the research into many cultures and the interesting guest speakers in The Folklore Podcast are amazing! I’m very happy I stumbled across this!”
Shirly Shoes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/26/18
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“I really want to love this podcast -and mostly I do-, but I find that the very matter-of-fact, un-excited way it is narrated makes it easy for my mind to wander. I find it hard to pay full attention despite myself, and this is what keeps me from giving top marks.”
basandere via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
11/18/18
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“I have listened to just a few of these episodes so far. While I find them informative on topics of interest to me, I’d really like to hear a bit of historical background, followed by someone reading an actual fable.”
Moonflowerkl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/25/18
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“I really love listening to the Folklore podcast. The amount of work that goes into the podcast is evident from the high quality of each episode. The topics and guests are always top notch.”
Seanceologist via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/04/18
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“Mark Norman's podcast, The Folklore Podcast, is outstanding. His podcasts are thoroughly researched, polished, and professionally presented. I have listed to all the seasons and will continue to re-listen to them as a source for learning about folklore.”Read full review »
geneticseer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/03/18
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“Mark does a fantastic job finding great guests to speak on their areas of expertise and putting folklore and mythology in context. Whether you're a folklore enthusiast or just have a passing familiarity with the stories, or even if you've never heard of them - this show is very accessible...”Read full review »
Pod_Connoisseur via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/29/18
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“Always enlightening and built on solid scolarship. Kudos!”
Per Klingberg via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
08/18/18
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“The Folklore Podcast brings the listener well researched lore presented by a host that is a delight to the ear.”
nysa00 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/29/18
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“Totally fascinating look at many aspects of folklore, well researched and entertaining, recommended”
50dw50 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/29/18
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“Episode 43 is a tape recording from a lecture. but the recording is clearly from the audience - i'm guessing - about 4 rows back from the lecturn. the sound quality would be better on a tin and string telephone.”Read full review »
j fen bauer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/13/18
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“We hear the stories, but we also get to hear what makes people want to tell those stories.”
Citrus Sunshine via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/18
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“I love mythology and have listened to many podcasts on it. This one is unique: rather than retelling tales, there is also well researched analysis that puts the topics into historical, social context. On the short list of accolades due: smart, interesting, respectful of the cultures discussed,...”Read full review »
bodega cat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/24/18
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“This pod cast keeps my mind occupied so I find I am no longer eating markers, colored pencils, crayons (my favoret) or tubes of water colors (ok in a pinch). You could say in a very real way this pod cast is saving my life.”
Poppy Corn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/16/18
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“There are not many places where you can claim free access to an expert in their field, but Mark Norman, professional folklore researcher, is giving us just that. Anyone interested in the academic side of folklore will find this podcast full of resources, analysis, commentary, and of course some...”Read full review »
Draig-dw-i via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/15/18
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“Tackles wonderful topics in an academic way. Full of great information without all the fluff. I recommend this podcast to people who are looking for something more serious. Prepare to learn a lot!”
Cescann via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/02/18
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“I’ve been listening to the Folklore podcast since the beginning. It is fascinating, clearly and cleverly told, and always surprising. It leaves me wanting more and exposes me to things I’ve never heard before.”
meglet326 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/18
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“Having written my MA dissertation on folklore I stumbled across this podcast, and I love it - each one is fascinating and well informed, and even the ones which cover objects I already know well make for interesting listening.”
librarygenie via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/13/18
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“I’ve learned so much from listening to this podcast. Unique subjects that I have never heard of and I enjoy each episode. Keep up the great work!”
Abbasanawim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/22/18
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