Uncommon Folk

Welcome to Uncommon Folk! In this pilot episode, comedians, writers, and folklore enthusiasts Dan Mitchell and Col Howarth take a deep dive into the Mari Lwyd. An exploration of folk traditions, myths, stories and culture, from stand-up comedians, writers and folklore enthusiasts Dan Mitchell and Col Howarth.   A what? A horse's skull? On a stick? At the front door?   In this debut episode Da...

Winter, more than any other season, is a time for folklore. The darkest season  lends itself to fireside stories, traditions and songs. Allow Dan Mitchell to introduce you to 31 small gifts of folklore, for you to unwrap at your leisure. Send a text Thanks for listening! Visit https://uncommonfolk.buzzsprout.com and subscribe for updates, events and news as it comes. You can also write to us to su...

The Robin, an instantly recognisable symbol of Christmas and Winter. But where did its name come from? What powers does it possess? Let's find out.... Send a text Thanks for listening! Visit https://uncommonfolk.buzzsprout.com and subscribe for updates, events and news as it comes. You can also write to us to suggest local myths, traditions and stories for us to discuss in future micro episod...

A bizarre underground creature crawls onto land at Christmas time. What is it? Let me introduce you to the world of the Kallikantzaros. Send a text Thanks for listening! Visit https://uncommonfolk.buzzsprout.com and subscribe for updates, events and news as it comes. You can also write to us to suggest local myths, traditions and stories for us to discuss in future micro episodes, or just provide...

Today we explore a Japanese spirit of Winter- The Yuki Onna. What is She? Can we actually decide on her name? Send a text Thanks for listening! Visit https://uncommonfolk.buzzsprout.com and subscribe for updates, events and news as it comes. You can also write to us to suggest local myths, traditions and stories for us to discuss in future micro episodes, or just provide us with feedback.

Holly is all about at Christmas, spiking the unwary. Let's have a look at the king of Holly.... Send a text Thanks for listening! Visit https://uncommonfolk.buzzsprout.com and subscribe for updates, events and news as it comes. You can also write to us to suggest local myths, traditions and stories for us to discuss in future micro episodes, or just provide us with feedback.