Fabled Collective

Some places aren't safe. Have never been safe. Some would say they're cursed. Such is the case with St. Albans Sanatorium in Virginia. With its complicated and horrific past, it sits now as a relic of proof that even the cursed still survive. I’m about to take you to a place of horrors—where madness and mayhem roam the halls. This is a story you don't want to miss. Promo: Boos and S...

Long before man searched for intelligent life in space, he wondered about the ocean and what creatures roamed just below the surface. Lore about sea folk has been around for centuries, but selkies are perhaps the least mentioned in pop culture. In this episode, we'll walk along the rocky shores of Scotland and have the selkies tell us their story. Follow us on social media: IG: https://www.in...

Every city has its ghosts, but the Tampa neighborhood of Ybor has more than its fair share. In this episode, you’ll hear tales of the most haunted buildings in Tampa. Once called the Wild West of the South, Ybor City’s lawless dead inhabitants are still wreaking havoc today.  Music: Music from https://filmmusic.io "Sardana" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http:...

Pirates have always been glamorized in entertainment. Just the mention of them brings images to our minds. They are history’s favorite bad guys, but as we'll discuss in this episode, there were a few fearsome women, as well. And we’ll delve into the most famous legend and pirates’ tavern in history--The Pirates' House--which you can still visit today. Promo: Nothing Ever Happens in Canad...

If you take a ghost tour in Charleston, you'll likely hear the legend of Lavinia Fisher, reported to be the first female serial killer in America. But despite what we're told on the tours, the real story behind this infamous woman may surprise you. In this episode, we'll uncover the facts and search history for the truth behind the lore. Promo: Folklore on the Rocks - Music from htt...

What happens when a hero is murdered? Find out in "The Singing Bone" by the Brothers Grimm. We'll explore famous cases of familial murder in history and why this story has been forgotten by many. Music: "Blue Feather" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Snowdrop"...

Have you ever visited a haunted house? Did it live up to the hype? Did it give you all the spooky thrills? In this episode, we'll step inside the infamous Sorrel-Weed House located in Historic Savannah, Georgia. We'll uncover the history, debunk the legend, and I'll share my personal experience. Promo: 3 Spooked Girls Music: "Myst on the Moor" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.co...

All writers are told to "write what you know," but why is that so important? Behind all believable fiction, there is someone's true experience and emotion. Tolkien's full and interesting life bled into his masterpieces. In this episode, we'll find out the story behind The Lord of the Ring 's epic cast and adventure. [ Music: "Calmant" Kevin MacLeod (incompet...

In this episode, we'll explore the legend of La Llorona and its origins, which go back further than you may think. We'll even delve into the darkest corner of the tale and discuss Biblical references and the demonic. Due to the graphic nature of this myth, listener discretion is advised. Music: "Laid Back Guitars" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons:...

What is it about fairy tales that intrigue us—that endure time? Perhaps it’s simply their closeness to purity and innocence that we long for. Or, what if it’s not their moral that grips us but their villain? What if the layers were peeled back, and the sweet, pure characters revealed their skeletons. After all, no one is who they seem. In this episode, we’ll uncover another Snow White, along with...

There are certain things that once experienced, there’s no going back. In this episode, we'll meet the forgotten author, Conrad Aiken. He witnessed the most horrific thing a person could when he was eleven years old. That life-altering event both haunted him and defined him. We'll discover the most famous poet most people have never known. -- Music: "Ghostpocalypse - 6 Crossing the...

On December 3rd, 1926, the Queen of Mystery, Agatha Christie disappeared and wasn't seen again for 11 days. What happened to her? Let's travel back in time and peek behind the carefully wrought facade of Agatha's seemingly perfect life. We'll find out why she took this one to the grave. See our website for show notes, sources, and transcripts. ____________________ Follow us on...

Why is it that seemingly innocent things--children, dolls, clowns, churches--when turned on their heads make the most terrifying horrors? The juxtaposition of good and evil and holy and hell piques our attention when the benign unexpectedly becomes malicious. In this episode, we'll tell you two stories and a few undeniable truths. Text Vanessa Your Thoughts! Support the show Music by Katie Co...

Every town has its ghosts, and small Southern towns are no different. One of the most well-known ghost stories in Alabama is the legend of Bill Sketoe--a man who wrongfully lost his life in 1864. Visit the decaying South, in its haunting glory, in this episode. Website: https://bit.ly/2UTTb44 Text Vanessa Your Thoughts! Support the show Music by Katie Coughran . 📩 Substack Newsletter 📚 Vanessa’s...

In the last episode, we meet Little Red. In this one, we’ll delve deeper into an even more terrifying aspect of the story—the wolf. We’ll step into a little known corner of history and find out the truth behind the beast. Text Vanessa Your Thoughts! Support the show Music by Katie Coughran . 📩 Substack Newsletter 📚 Vanessa’s Books 🖥️ Website 🎥 YouTube 👥 Facebook Group 📸 Instagram

We’re all familiar with the childhood favorite—Little Red Riding Hood. But what if I told you that it may actually be true? At least, partly. Find out what makes this tale one of the most terrifying yet. Text Vanessa Your Thoughts! Support the show Music by Katie Coughran . 📩 Substack Newsletter 📚 Vanessa’s Books 🖥️ Website 🎥 YouTube 👥 Facebook Group 📸 Instagram

Does chivalry still exist? King Arthur and Guinevere like you've never seen them before. Referencing Lord Tennyson's "Morte d'Arthur" and William Morris' "The Defence of Guenevere," we explore the history of Arthurian legend and the epic romance (or lack thereof) between Arthur and Guinevere. Find the full story for FREE here: https://www.fabledcollective.co...

Does fairy magic really exist? It seems like a strange question to ask modern audiences, but historically, many cultures from around the world believed in the magical properties of certain herbs—such as that of the foxglove. Foxglove is said to have the power to summon fairies, and according to modern medicine, may have the power to mend hearts.  _______ Website: www.fabledcollective.com Instagram...

Why do tales of murder intrigue us? When we're children, we fear the dark--the hidden creatures in the shadows. But as we age, so do our fears, turning from something otherworldly to monsters much more terrifying. People. Allow me to tell you a story of a mysterious murder. Then we'll sort through the facts. The jury has already decided the fate, but it's your turn to be the judge....

Edgar Allan Poe had a sad life, losing every woman he ever loved. Of course, he’s famous for his macabre stories, but it’s his very last poem that is truly fascinating. Who was Poe’s Annabel Lee? Was she his wife or some secret love who’s been lost in history? There’s a legend in Charleston, South Carolina that you may find compelling. We know a lot about Poe’s dark mind, but in this episode, we’l...

Welcome to Fabled. We'll tell you a story, and then we'll tell you the truth. Be sure to subscribe and follow the conversation on social media. Website: www.fabledcollective.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/fabledcollective Twitter: www.twitter.com/fabledcollectiv Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/651415618588079/ Text Vanessa Your Thoughts! Support the show Music by Katie Coughran . 📩...