A fetch, based in Irish folklore, is a supernatural double or an apparition of a living person. The sighting of a fetch is regarded as an omen, usually for impending death. (Wikipedia).
Effortless Style: The Bowler Hat Through History
The "Bowler" or "Derby" hat was one of the most popular hats of the nineteenth century, and has had a powerful impact on culture and style. The bowler hat is history that deserves to be remembered. This episode about the History Guy's hat collection was originally made for the channel's p
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The Reinforcements |The Legend of Mick Dodge
Mick calls in the reinforcements in the shape of his reclusive buddy, Moss Hopper. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists,
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Who Is Krampus? | National Geographic
Tagging along with Saint Nicholas, legend tells us this "Christmas Devil" comes to punish children who have misbehaved. Learn about his Germanic origins and how this sinister figure is celebrated. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is
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Police Confirmed UFO Sighting | National Geographic
At first, police mocked the 911 call about the UFO sighting--but then they saw it too. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists
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Halloween History | National Geographic
Halloween isn't just costumes and candy; it's a cultural holiday rich in tradition. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe #NationalGeographic #Halloween #History About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure
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How is Slender Man Internet Folklore? | Idea Channel | PBS Digital Studios
Viewers like you help make PBS (Thank you 😃) . Support your local PBS Member Station here: https://to.pbs.org/donateidea Slender Man very well may have been "invented" by the internet, but he's been a part of our subconscious forever! Like cultures across the globe, the internet has devel
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Yoosh! | The Legend of Mick Dodge
Mick teaches his student the wild man’s calling card. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, a
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Forest Stew | The Legend of Mick Dodge
Mick and his friend team up to track down ingredients for their forest stew. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photog
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Bet You Didn't Know: Halloween | History
It's one of America's favorite holidays, but what's the real story behind the tricks and treats of Halloween? HISTORY®, now reaching more than 98 million homes, is the leading destination for award-winning original series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, i
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The Origin of Halloween Traditions
In the United States, Halloween is replete with traditions that might seem bizarre to outsiders. Why would someone carve a face on a pumpkin? Why would you dunk your head in water trying to bite an apple? Tune in to learn more about where these traditions originally came from, how they bec
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This Ancient Species Is Under Attack, How Can They Be Protected? | Seeker Indie
The sungazer lizard is an endemic species in the South African wild that is facing extinction due to the international pet trade. This is how this group of conservationists plan to stop it. » Subscribe to Seeker! http://bit.ly/subscribeseeker » Visit our shop at http://shop.seeker.com Th
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4 FREAKY PHENOMENA CAN'T BE EXPLAINED | The Proof Is Out There
Check out these 4 super strange phenomena, in this The Proof Is Out There compilation. 0:00 Introduction 0:12: Chapter 1 - Did an airplane fully rotate in Southeast Asia? 04:15: Chapter 2 - Gravity Defying Waterfall in Scotland 08:17: Chapter 3 - Weird Sheep Circle Formations 12:16:
From playlist The Proof Is Out There: Official Series Playlist | History
The UnXplained: Thousands Disappear in the Alaska Triangle (Season 4)
Experts look into the mystery behind the Alaska Triangle. See more in this clip from Season 4, "Beyond the Bermuda Triangle." Watch all new episodes of The UnXplained, streaming now, on The HISTORY Channel website at http://history.com/schedule. #TheUnXplained Subscribe for more from Th
From playlist The UnXplained: Season 4 | New Episodes Fridays 9/8c | History
Top 5 GREATEST Mysteries of Great Britain | The Proof Is Out There
Check out these 5 insane UK mysteries in this compilation from The Proof Is Out There. 00:00- Loch Ness 04:17- Giant Bird Murmuration 09:13- Anti-gravity Hillside 12:57- Gravity Defying Waterfall 17:01- Nessie’s Cousin Watch all your favorite episodes of The Proof Is Out There, and st
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Collecting Folklore, Teaching Skills
(May 19, 2011) Gabriella Safran recounts her recent experience teaching a WRITE-2 class on folklore and literature. Safran discusses how the broad folklore material offers opportunities to engage a variety of students' writing abilities. The Center for Teaching and Learning's longest-runn
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A Data Scientist Breaks Down All 10 Taylor Swift Albums
As a data scientist and Swiftie, I did a deep dive analysis into Taylor Swift's 10 studio albums in preparation for The Eras Tour. I used data visualizations to break down her popularity, sound, lyrics, collaborators and the Midnights album. I also found a few data-backed Easter eggs along
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Mythology Matters #5 - Nart & Russian Myths - Extra Mythology
Join the Patreon community! http://bit.ly/EHPatreon In this episode, we talk about the distinction between Nart and Russian myths, and how mythology is used to create the idea of shared culture between people in a large, spread-out nation. Watch Extra Mythology ad-free on Nebula! https:
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Were Volcanoes Ever Used For Human Sacrifice?
Episode 3 of 5 Check us out on iTunes! http://testtube.com/podcast Please Subscribe! http://testu.be/1FjtHn5 Man's relationship with volcanoes goes back thousands of years. What early man thought of these explosive mountains eventually helped science draw all sorts of new conclusions.
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Victorian Ghosts: The Story of Spiritualism
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw a boom in spiritualism, a religious movement teaching that the spirits of dead people could be contacted through mediumship. Growing out of the occult and new fringe religions, all kinds of abilities were claimed by psychics. Most mediums were lit
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Nosferatu Examined: The "Dracula" Connection
Watch Nosferatu now on Wondrium: https://www.wondrium.com/nosferatu Nosferatu is a classic but unofficial cinematic adaptation of Bram Stoker’s 1897 novel Dracula. Released in 1922, Nosferatu is a silent German expressionist horror film that pioneered new techniques and helped establish h
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