EPISODE · Mar 11, 2026 · 20 MIN
Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms and Superstitions of Ireland (Part Two)
from Tales From Antiquaria: 19th Century Folklore & Legends · host Eli Lewis-Lycett
Leprechauns, midnight rides and the doom of the priests! Its part two of our journey across Ireland with Lady ‘Speranza’ Wilde's 1887 work, Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms and Superstitions of Ireland.'But as to the pot of gold, from that day to this not one of the family, father, or son, or any belonging to them, ever set eyes on it. However, the little Leprechaun still sits under the dock leaf of the hedge, and laughs at them as he mends the shoes with his little hammer, but they are afraid to touch him, for now they know he can take his revenge.'Tales From Antiquaria is a podcast dedicated to exploring the legacy of work published regarding folklore and local history during the golden age of antiquarian writing in the nineteenth century.For show notes and links, visit the episodes page at thelocalmythstorian.comEpisode written, produced and presented by Eli Lewis-Lycett. All source material taken directly from the stated publication. Main theme music by Humanoid Media. Incidental music from Restum-Anoush. Find Eli Lewis-Lycett Folklore and History on Facebook and Bluesky
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Leprechauns, midnight rides and the doom of the priests! Its part two of our journey across Ireland with Lady ‘Speranza’ Wilde's 1887 work, Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms and Superstitions of Ireland. 'But as to the pot of gold, from that day to this not one of the family, father, or son, or any belonging to them, ever set eyes on it. However, the little Leprechaun still sits under the dock leaf of the hedge, and laughs at them as he mends the shoes with his little hammer, but they are afraid...
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