Backwoods Obscura

During the 1700's, groups of women would be sent to America to be married off to the men of the colonies - but it's said these women weren't what they seemed. Join us as we peer into the myth of the Casket Girls and their origin. EPISODE WARNING - We go into (brief) discussions of Sexual Assault, Misogyny, and Racism. Episode was originally recorded on 11/23 Music by Co. Ag

This week, we take a look at a monster that became a national sensation in the 70's after the docudrama Legend of Boggy Creek was released in 1972. Episode was originally record in September 2023 Music by Co. Ag Intro by Hewitt Hall

It's said that New Orleans is home to 7 gates that open up to the underworld - In this episode we merely scratch the surface on what these gates are, what they represent, and how the Hoodoo religion has shaped the culture of Louisiana. This episode was originally recorded on 10/23. Music by Co. Ag

In this messy episode, we talk about the Rougarou and it's origins - comparing and contrasting it with both the Werewolf and The French Loup Garou. This Episode was Originally record in October 2023 Music by Co. Ag

In this episode, Hewitt sheds light on the mysterious man Comte de Saint Germain whose legend was so large, it gained a life of his own after death. Originally Recorded September 2023 Music by Co. Ag

This was originally our test episode to get an idea of the format, but we both enjoyed it despite the rough edges. We hope you enjoy it too! In our episode, we discuss the roots and evolution of the Iconic horror monster. Originally recorded in September 2023 Music by Co. Ag