Mexico Unexplained

The riches of Aztec Emperor Montezuma have fueled many legends of lost treasure. Here are 4. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

The report of a crashed UFO south of Mexico City in 1949 may be the first of its kind for Mexico. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

In Tlaxcala in the year 1631, the Archangel Michael appeared to a poor Mexican boy and brought with him many miracles.   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

The skies over the gigantic border town of Ciudad Juárez have played host to many UFOs over many decades. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

The people of colonial Mexico were fascinated by stories of fabulous golden kingdoms located somewhere in the heart of North America. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

A huge snakelike creature is said to protect the water sources of the Maya. Could the legend be based on a real creature? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

The ancient Mexican region of Tlaxcala is home to many legends. Here are 3: 1. Matlalcueitl and the Legend of the 3 Mountains 2. The Huarache Maker and the Devil 3. The Lost Treasure of Venustiano Carranza Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

Because the Yaqui people kept outsiders away for centuries, their culture has survived well into the 21st Century. The Yaqui have a rich oral tradition. In this episode we look at 5 interesting legends: 1. How the Badger Named the Sun 2. The Two Bears 3. Little Yellow Bird - A Story of Teenage Defiance 4. The 5 Friends of Takochai 5. The Ku Bird Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spre...

Painted on a deerskin over 500 years ago, the Mapa Tlotzin has many stories to tell. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

In a constant state of war with the Aztecs, the tiny Republic of Tlaxcala played an important role in the destiny of the nation of Mexico.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

1. La Casa Negra de Colonia Roma 2. The Mummy Girl at the Guadalajara Cathedral 3. The Haunted Castle of Guanajuato Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

Located in southern Zacatecas, this site was an important part of ancient Mexico for almost 2,000 years. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

In the 1500s the Spanish used indigenous warriors from Mexico to help them conquer the Philippines.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

Because the Yaqui people kept outsiders away for centuries, their culture has survived well into the 21st Century. The Yaqui have a rich oral tradition. In this episode we look at 4 legends involving animals: 1. Bobok, The Toad that Saved the World 2. The Turtle and the Coyote 3. The Magical Buzzard and Malon Yeka 4. The Wax Monkey and the Coyote Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spr...

Energy portals, strange creatures, UFOs and ghostly apparitions greet the visitor of Peña del Zumate. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

4 legends from the state of Tamaulipas: 1. "La Planchada," The Ghostly Nurse 2. The Treasure of the Cerro Partido 3. The Vampire Woman of Ciudad Madero 4. The Hair-pulling Phantom of Reynosa Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

By the 1750s the issue of racial classification in colonial Mexico became complicated, largely irrelevant and somewhat comical. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

Four small Pacific islands north of New Guinea were overlooked in several treaties throughout the centuries. Could they legally be part of Mexico? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

How did secret societies influence Mexico's breakaway from Spain? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

This ruined city in the Yucatan is not very well known but it has many stories to tell. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

A unique culture in northern Mexico has its origins 1,300 miles away in the Afro-indigenous communities of Florida. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

This historical figure has developed into a true legend. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

For its small size, the Mexican state of Querétaro is home to many legends. Here are 4: 1. La Casa de la Zacatecana 2. The Shadow of Emperor Maximilian 3. The Enchanted Bell 4. The House of Don Bartolo Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

Many Mexican fables involve earthly encounters with saints or angels, or apparitions of the Virgin Mary or Jesus. They teach lessons and emphasize important values. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126/support .

Because the Yaqui people kept outsiders away for centuries, their culture has survived well into the 21st Century. The Yaqui have a rich oral tradition. This week - Episode 375 - we look at 3 interesting legends: 1. The Goddess Yomumuli and the Little People 2. The False Beggar 3. The Yaqui Magic Wands Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mexico-unexplained--6696126...