The Violet Hour Podcast

What is a banshee… and why did people believe her cry meant death was coming? In this episode of The Violet Hour Podcast , Nicole explores the chilling legend of the banshee—one of the most haunting figures in Irish folklore. Far from a monster, the banshee was believed to be a messenger of death , warning families when someone they loved was about to pass. You’ll hear: The true meaning of the wor...

In 1814 London, a 64-year-old servant named Joanna Southcott claimed a virgin pregnancy with the Messiah (Shiloh). Crowds waited months, newspapers ran daily updates, and England held its breath for a miracle.  When nothing happened, her followers reinterpreted the failure, leaving a sealed box of prophecies that remains unopened to this day.  From humble beginnings to national spectacle, this is...

In this episode of The Violet Hour Podcast , we've gone medieval as we delve into the haunting mystery of the two young princes who were confined within the foreboding walls of the Tower of London in the 15th century, only to vanish without a trace. Join us as we unravel the enigma surrounding the disappearance of these royal siblings, exploring the historical context, intriguing theories, an...

Villa Paula, located in the Little Haiti neighborhood of Miami, Florida, is a historic mansion with a rich and intriguing history. Built in the early 1920s by consul-general of Cuba, Domingo Milord, the mansion was named after his  wife, Paula. The architecture of Villa Paula's architectural style reflects a blend of Neo-Classical and Cuban influences. Its white facade, graceful columns, and...

Step into the world of Spanish folklore as Denniss, the co-host of The Violet Hour Podcast, delves into his nostalgic recollections of the mythical creatures that peppered stories from his childhood growing up in the Dominican Republic. Creatures  that once fascinated and more often than not  frightened him. This episode sheds light on the timeless tales and supernatural beings that have captured...

Season 2. Episode 01.  On this episode of The Violet Hour Podcast, we explore the origins of the “witching hour” and delve into the urban legend of La Mala Hora. Show Notes:  Resources : Wigington, Patti. "Witching Hour: A Practical Guide to Witching Hours." Learn Religions. Accessed April 8, 2023. https://www.learnreligions.com/witching-hour-2562471 . Patterson, Rachel. The Witching Hou...

Were BAAACK! The Violet Hour Podcast is BACK. It’s only been, like a year.  Ok. So a helluva lot happened in twenty-twenty-two. Some good. Some not so good. We were like really busy. We had one kid graduate high school, one start high school, and one begin Kindergarten. We also started a business, and busted our butts. Also Nicole caught pneumonia and almost died. Needless to say, 2022 was A LOT....

In this episode we take a deep dive into the history and origin of Wonder Woman. One of the world's most iconic superheroes, and the surprising family story that birthed this feminist icon and the most popular female superhero of all time. Sources:  https://polyinthemedia.wordpress.com/tag/marjorie-huntley/ https://wonder-woman.fandom.com/wiki/Nubia https://www.vox.com/2014/12/15/7326605/comi...

Aaand We're Back!  We really didn’t mean to disappear. Promise.  Life has been well life and time does this really crazy thing called pass us by, and that’s what happened.  Time passed us by while we were figuring our life out.  Seriously. We’re sorry. Thank you so much for sticking around.  If you like totally random conversations about nothing , this is the podcast epidsode for you.  Also,...

Legend has it whoever owns the Hope Diamond also becomes the bearer of a curse. A curse that was placed on the large, blue gem when it was possibly stolen from an idol in India 400 years ago. This curse promises lousy luck and death for the owner and whoever touches it. We’ll share some of its long, storied histories and let you decide if it’s cursed or not. https://www.violethourpodcast.com/ Get...

In this episode we explore Dennis’ nightmare “stranded on an island” scenario with, “La Isla de las Muñecas” (Island of the Dolls) in Mexico City. A creepy AF island filled with hundreds of hanging, decomposing, decapitated dolls. Is this one man’s creation out of mental illness or possession? You decide. Find us: www.violethourpodcast.comInstagram: @violethourpodcastTwitter: @TheVioletHourFaceboo...

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