Loremen Podcast

Loremen Podcast

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Join the Loremen (James Shakeshaft and Alasdair Beckett-King) as they "investigate" local legends and forgotten folklore.

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247 episodes

S5 Ep25: Loremen S5Ep25 - The Beast of Belper and the Surrey Puma with Long Cat Media

* The cats from Long Cat Media https://www.longcatmedia.com/ came back! Lindsay Sharman and Laurence Owen (who are so award-nominated they seem to have gained another nomination since last week) return. And they bring with them a first-hand sighting of a cryptid. That's right, Laurence saw Derbyshire's elusive . Meanwhile, James Shakeshaft has not been shake-shirking his research duties. He's on the trail of the Surrey Puma, and he's found photographic evidence that will blow you away (if you've never seen a picture of a normal cat before). Join us for another Loremen Live in Oxford on 25th May: https://oldfirestation.org.uk/whats-on/loremen-podccast/ This episode was edited by Joseph Burrows - Audio Editor https://josephburrows.org/info. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

46m
Mar 28
S5 Ep24: Loremen S5Ep24 - Black Shuck with Long Cat Media

* The cats from Long Cat Media https://www.longcatmedia.com/ lure the Loreboys to the wild, wild east. Lindsay Sharman and Laurence Owen (the excessively award-nominated podcasters behind Mockey Manor and Magenta Presents) are on the trail of a hound with a thunderous bark and eyes like saucers. It's a terrifying beast that can turn even the bravest churchgoer into a quivering, crumpled crisp packet of a man... Yes, this episode brings the Loremen face-to-snout with East Anglia's infamous Black Shuck! And we welcome back Old Shuck's alter ego: the man-scrumpling dog of Bungay. Join us for another Loremen Live in Oxford on 25th May: https://oldfirestation.org.uk/whats-on/loremen-podccast/ This episode was edited by Joseph Burrows - Audio Editor https://josephburrows.org/info. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

44m
Mar 21
S5 Ep23: Loremen S5Ep23 - The Black Dog of Devon and Dorset

* I suppose you're wondering how we got here? Well, it all started when James told Alasdair the story of a spectral hound that dwells on the border of Devon and Dorset. (AKA In-Dorset and Next-Dorset.) A sighting of the black dog could be a bad omen, but it might just make you rich. (There is actually a third option, but that involves helium and a peculiarly shaped nozzle...) Join us for another Loremen Live in Oxford on 25th May: https://oldfirestation.org.uk/whats-on/loremen-podccast/ This episode was edited by Joseph Burrows - Audio Editor https://josephburrows.org/info. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

37m
Mar 14
S5 Ep22: Loremen S5Ep22 - Mr Stead and the Coal House Ghost

* What does it sound like when a spooky story has James Shakeshaft quaking in his (big giant's) boots? You'll find out in this episode, because Alasdair has torn two hair-raising mysteries from the pages of W. T. Stead's book of Real Ghost Stories. Meet a hard-as-nails northern ghost in a train station cellar, and swim frantically away from the eyeless lady of Willington Mill. Grab your gilets and slankets, and prepare for your spine to be tingled and/or chilled. References to self harm / suicide and some imagery that might be unsuitable for younger lorefolk. Join us for another Loremen Live in Oxford on 25th May: https://oldfirestation.org.uk/whats-on/loremen-podccast/ This episode was edited by Joseph Burrows - Audio Editor https://josephburrows.org/info. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

45m
Mar 07
S5 Ep21: Loremen S5Ep21 - The Panther, The Partridge and The Whale with Amy Jeffs

* This episode is a veritable bestiary! Meet an egg-thieving bird, an aquatic prankster and a big cat that's just . Amy Jeffs returns to the podcast, with a raft of early medieval legends and (frankly) more research than the guests normally bring. These are the legends of the panther, the partridge and the whale who pretended to be an island. Join us for another Loremen Live in Oxford on 25th May: https://oldfirestation.org.uk/whats-on/loremen-podccast/ This episode was edited by Joseph Burrows - Audio Editor https://josephburrows.org/info. The graphic for this episode is from a wood engraving by Amy Jeffs, from her book Wild: Tales from Early Medieval Britain https://www.londonreviewbookshop.co.uk/stock/wild-tales-from-early-medieval-britain-amy-jeffs. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

46m
Feb 29
Leicester's Sherlock Holmes - Minisode

* What's going on 'ere then? It's the bite-sized tale of Leicester's first private detective, Francis "Tanky" Smith: the renowned master of disguise / owner of hats. Don't forget, you can see the Holmes and Watson of podcasting (James and Alasdair) LIVE at the Leicester Comedy Festival on Sunday 25th February 2024 (2024). Tickets here: comedy-festival.co.uk/events/loremen-live If you can't make it in person, then subscribe to our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast to get notified for the LiveStream: www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

16m
Feb 22
S5 Ep20: Loremen S5Ep20 - Culhwch and Olwen - Valentine's Special with Jenny Collier

* Are you in the mood for love? Are you in the mood for giant-slaying? Are you in the mood for some really, really long lists? Then - good news! Jenny Collier returns to her role as our Welsh Valentine's Day correspondent with aplomb another romantic tale from the Mabinogion. Expect curses! Extremely circuitous schemes! And a dog that is bigger than it sounds! This episode was edited by Joseph Burrows - Audio Editor https://josephburrows.org/info. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

1h 7m
Feb 15
S5 Ep19: Loremen S5Ep19 - The Hanging Judge of Lyme Regis

*  James has been fossil-hunting in Devon (AKA Next-Dorset) and he has unearthed the tale of a horrible old judge who just won't stay buried. It's the story of the Monmouth Rebellion, "Hanging" Judge Jeffries and the Bloody Assizes. (Those assizes). Expect some baffling pub names, a smattering of actual history, and a chance to learn the difference between a and a . (You really shouldn't blow into a beagle.) Yes, of course there are ghosts. This episode was edited by Joseph Burrows - Audio Editor https://josephburrows.org/info. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

32m
Feb 08
S5 Ep18: Loremen S5Ep18 - Toby the Sapient Pig

* Believe it or not, there once was a time when the hottest show in town was a pig doing maths. A porcine professor might not sound as binge-worthy as The Traitors or a double bill of Miss Marple, but back in 1817 people flocked to see this canny swine. James presents the story of a learnéd pig named Toby, as told in his own words. (The pig's own words, that is.) This episode started life as our Xmas Pig 2023 Livestream https://www.youtube.com/live/xdjQeLIvHmQ?si=kp8eEYHQ6Aqm_dDw, which you can watch in full with all the trimmings here https://www.youtube.com/live/xdjQeLIvHmQ?si=kp8eEYHQ6Aqm_dDw. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

25m
Feb 01
S5 Ep17: The Wild Man of Letchworth Hall

* John Alington was an English eccentric who really put the "letch" in Letchworth. This randy reverend scandalised Hertfordshire with his saucy sermons and rock-and-roll hijinks. Alasdair tells James the peculiar history of a very rich man with a penchant for leopardskin and massively over-explaining things. Plus, an unusual attorney, a pair of identical twin poachers and a ghostly monk chucked in for chills. This episode was edited by Joseph Burrows - Audio Editor https://josephburrows.org/info. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

39m
Jan 25
S5 Ep16: Loremen S5Ep16 - The Curse of Naworth Castle with Chris Cantrill

* It's our first proper episode of the year, and we're welcoming back Deputy Loreperson, Chris Cantrill! Chris drops in to plug the Delightful Sausage's upcoming Radio 4 series , and to whisk James and Alasdair off to a medieval wonderland of his own devising. Expect a tale of betrayal and intrigue from the borderlands of England (and Scotland). And prepare to be utterly astonished... because Chris actually read the book beforehand this time. This episode was edited by Joseph Burrows - Audio Editor https://josephburrows.org/info. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

42m
Jan 18
S5 Ep15: Loremen S5Ep15 - 2023 Almanac Part 2

* And lo! The six top episodes of 2023 (as selected by the Lorefolk via patreon.com/loremenpod https://www.patreon.com/loremenpod) appeared! Lets see which tales were tall enough to make the cut: __ __ * And stay tuned at the end for a spooky bonus from Bec Hill's episode... LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

1h 25m
Jan 11
S5 Ep14: Loremen S5Ep14 - 2023 Almanac Part 1

* What a year! James and Alasdair are counting down the top 14 (fourteen) episodes of 2023 (twenty twenty-three). This is only part one, so prepare yourself for eight of our highlights from last year. (Yes, it would have made more sense to do seven, but we got carried away.) If you don't want to know the results, look away now... __ __ * There's also a cameo from Geordie Samuel L. Jackson. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

50m
Jan 04
Xmas Pig with The Quantum Mechanics!

* It's Pig Boxing Day! Do you box a pig? Or put a pig in a box? We simply don't know. Instead of worrying about that, listen to the final Xmas Pig special. James meets up with Pete and Ben from The Quantum Mechanics podcast to share a story about an absolute of a bridegroom... As ever, join us on the Patreon (www.patreon.com/loremenpod https://www.patreon.com/Loremenpod) for exclusive behind-the-scenes material. James put a lot of work into these Xmas Pig episodes, surely he has earned a spoonful of gruel? (Alasdair didn't lift a finger to help. Don't think about that!)

20m
Dec 26, 2023
Xmas Pig with Danny Robins!

* As a special Xmas treat, we're joined by the spooky podmaster himself - Danny Robins. The Loreboys introduce Mr. Uncanny to a couple of chilling, pig-tinged tales! Are you Team Xmas or Team Pig? This episode is a lot of fun, and you can listen to exclusive behind-the-scenes stuff by joining us at www.patreon.com/loremenpod https://www.patreon.com/loremenpod

20m
Dec 25, 2023
Xmas Pig with Maso!

* For the third pig of Xmas, the Loremen gave to me... The Weekly Planet's Nick Mason! Maso drops in to hear an Arthurian legend that be linked to an absolute ledge from modern-day Australia.  Enjoy! And don't forget to join the Patreon if you want Xmas pig bonuses including behind-the-scenes audio! Visit patreon.com/loremenpod https://www.patreon.com/loremenpod to support this nonsense.

26m
Dec 24, 2023
Xmas Pig with Bethan Briggs-Miller!

* It's the second day of the Five Pigs of Xmas. James is joined by Bethan from the Eerie Essex podcast for a few Xmas pigs in a blanket (of folklore). Grab a sausage roll (vegan, of course) and enjoy these hamtastic tales! Join us for access to the Lorefolk Discord and exclusive bonus episodes at patreon.com/loremenpod

26m
Dec 23, 2023
Xmas Pig with Sunil!

* Xmas Pig everyone! With everyone's favourite Sunil Patel - it is Sunil Patel! We explore a tale of a relatively obscure Saint and a herd of pig cowboy builders from Dorset... Join Patreon.com/loremenpod http://Patreon.com/loremenpod for exclusive behind the scenes audio (and whole lot more)

21m
Dec 22, 2023
Xmas Pig 2023 (2023) Pre Livestream Minisode

* Get excited! We will be Livestreaming at 830pm GMT (330pm ET) an Xmas Pig Porktacular! at youtube.com/loremenpodcast http://youtube.com/loremenpodcast subscribe and ding the bell for updates!

11m
Dec 21, 2023
S5 Ep13: Loremen S5Ep13 - The Spitting Ghost of Haddon Hall

* Ewww! A low stakes gross ghost! James tells ABK about some well documented (but not encouraged) ghosts from Derbyshire. Something about this formerly ruined building has stirred the poetic side of James and he even reads out a bit of what some would consider poetry, or poesry if you will*. Also features teh stunning debut of brand new character "Geordie Samuel L Jackson". *If you're from the past, specifically before "t"s.   LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast http://youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

26m
Dec 14, 2023
S5 Ep12: Loremen S5Ep12 - The Hollow of the Seckyban

* If you’re walking home late one night, and you hear something rolling along beside you – beware! You might have encountered the Sac Bàn - AKA the Seckyban or the White Sack. Alasdair chills James to his marrow with the legend of a creature who rolls around the byways of Scotland like an angry pudding. You see, a sighting of the White Sack means death! From the Hollow of the White Sack to the Creagan Change House, this episode features several dodgy pronunciations, sixteen old men, two noms de plume, and the longest trip to the off license in folklore history. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast http://youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

36m
Dec 07, 2023
S5 Ep11: Loremen S5 Ep11 - The Bakewell Witches

* James mutters an incantation and whisks Alasdair off to Bakewell in the Peak District, a town famous for its variety of puddings. There, the Loreboys meet a pair of ALLEGED witches. Hear how they use their devilish powers to... make and sell women's hats. Oh, the horror! It's the legend of the Bakewell Witches*. *Story may contain innocent women and one lying Scotsman. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

35m
Nov 30, 2023
S5 Ep10: Loremen S5Ep10 - The Enigma of the Panelled Room

* Alasdair takes James to Canterbury, in Kent*, a city positively brimming with ghosts. The boys skip from the Roman streets to a tea house, which boasts its own unique ghost room. But! What begins as a grisly interior design show ends up as a hard hitting exposé. Foklore or FAKElore? You decide.   We also come up with some Chaucer-themed business ideas. If you open a Canterbury grocers that sells only parsnips called "The Parsonips Tale" you have to pay us royalties. There's a lot to get your teeth into here. And a lot of panels to hide your teeth behind, if that's what you're into. Incidentally**, why not pop into Tiny Tim's Tea Rooms https://www.instagram.com/tinytimstearoom and book yourself on a Canterbury a ghost tour https://www.thecanterburytours.com/? * Actual Kent, this time. ** Tooth pun!

43m
Nov 23, 2023
S5 Ep9: Loremen S5 Ep9 - The Hereford Revenant (AKA The Welsh Zombie Vampire Wizard)

* The Loremen meet a quadruple threat. This kid is no mere zombie vampire wizard. He's Welsh too. James brings in the story of a Hereford revenant who had simply going on. This tale is taken from Witchcraft in Britain by "Christ in a hole", it's Christina Hole. And from the writings of 12th century historians/liars William of Newburgh and Walter Map. (Do check out Wally's pic on Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walter_Map. So cheeky!) LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

32m
Nov 16, 2023
S5 Ep8: Loremen S5 Ep8 - The Witch of Berkeley

* Halloween may be over, but it is always spooky season on Loremen. With that in mind, James brings in a tale of a Berkeley Witch whose last request is as elaborate as it is ineffectual. Poor wee James is under the weather this week, so his deep bass baritone is even bassier than usual. And yes, Alasdair does dole out a couple of pity points. There's a chance James has touched on this tale before, but never in such detail, or at such a low octave. Get it down your ears! LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

28m
Nov 09, 2023
S5 Ep7: Loremen S5Ep7 - Halloween Live: Hereward the Wake

* As part of the Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival, James and Alasdair take to the stage on the spookiest night of the year. We meet the Saxon bad-boy Hereward the Wake, and ask - at what point does putting heads on spikes stop being a hobby and start being a job?  Accompanied by a fine bunch of Lorefolk (hand-picked like the spookiest of Scottish kale) James tells a story featuring way too many Mission Impossible rubber masks and more Normans than you can shake a spike at. (The French kind of Normans, not the Hale or Pace type). You can watch the entire stream in glorious 'technically-colour' on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwwVok7Tb7g

46m
Nov 02, 2023
S5 Ep6: Loremen S5Ep6 - The Evil Jester of Muncaster Castle

* Hark, the jingling of bells! 'Tis two fools come to make merry. What luck! Alasdair and James recorded a live episode at the Bill Murray in London's London. The Evil Jester of Muncaster Castle features all the Loremen classics. We're talking bowls. We're talking Cumbrian superstitions. We're talking trombones and a comedian who kills (literally).  And that's not the last live show the lads have in them. at the Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival for our Halloween Special - 31st October: https://www.designmynight.com/london/pubs/balham/the-bedford/cheerful-earful-podcast-festival-day-1 LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

39m
Oct 26, 2023
S5 Ep5: Loremen S5Ep5 - Kelpies of Kintyre

* Kintyre is the name of a mysterious (and objectively NOT sexy) peninsula in the western highlands of Scotland. Alasdair plumbs its depths, skips along its beaches and gazes at its glinting surface, hypnotised by his own reflection. Oh yeah, and he also told James a bundle of tales from the collection of Cuthbert Bede. We're talking tartan pirates, shapeshifting kelpies and one very lucky ship's cat. Will Daft Wattie the piper be there? You betcha. And at the Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival - 31st October https://www.designmynight.com/london/pubs/balham/the-bedford/cheerful-earful-podcast-festival-day-1 LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

40m
Oct 19, 2023
S5 Ep4: Loremen S5Ep4 - Stonehenge with Amy Jeffs

* Artist, author and excellent podcast guest Amy Jeffs guides the Lorebois through the lesser known mythic origins of STONEHENGE! We meet a load of giants having an Irish spa day. We encounter the treacherous (and definitively real) King Vortigern. And we attempt to turn "Wallace and Grommitting" into a verb. Don't forget to at the Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival - 31st October https://www.designmynight.com/london/pubs/balham/the-bedford/cheerful-earful-podcast-festival-day-1 Featured image by Amy Jeffs, from Storyland: A New Mythology of Britain, 2021. LoreBoys nether say die! Support the Loremen here (and get stuff): patreon.com/loremenpod http://patreon.com/loremenpod ko-fi.com/loremen http://ko-fi.com/loremen Check the sweet, sweet merch here... https://www.teepublic.com/stores/loremen-podcast?ref_id=24631 @loremenpod youtube.com/loremenpodcast https://www.youtube.com/loremenpodcast www.instagram.com/loremenpod http://www.instagram.com/loremenpod www.facebook.com/loremenpod http://www.facebook.com/loremenpod

37m
Oct 12, 2023
The Devil Monkey Of Danville with Miles Benson

* Cheeky little minisode with film maker Miles Benson and a little treat about devilish simians from across the pond. Here's the link to Miles' project... https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/dream-clean-a-short-film-about-urban-legends#/

20m
Oct 10, 2023