Ep 85 Why can't there be fairies? with Meri C Dickson

Join fairyologist Meri Dixon on the Fairy Whispering Podcast as she explores the fascinating world of fairies. From childhood encounters to historical beliefs from Anglo-Saxon times to today, Meri discusses how fairies reflect human fears, desires, and our connection to nature. She highlights the Fairy Investigation Society and the Fairy Census, showing that belief in fairies remains alive and meaningful. Meri invites listeners to reconsider their perceptions of these mystical beings and their role in our collective imagination. Whether you're a fairy enthusiast or new to the topic, this episode offers a fresh perspective on the enduring allure of fairies.You can tune in and find your own fairy connection. As Meri says, 'Life is wondrous. It's miraculous. So why can’t there be fairies?'Show notes: www.thefairywhispering.comContact the podcast with your story: [email protected]✍️ Episode ReferencesFairy Investigation Societyhttps://www.fairyist.com/fairy-investigation-society/Fairy Censushttps://www.fairycensus.comRichard Firth Greenhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Elf-Queens-Holy-Friars-2016-08-31/dp/B01N8UAEE9Diane Purkishttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Troublesome-Things-History-Fairies-Stories/dp/014028172X</Alistair Hardyhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alister_HardySimon Younghttps://www.fairyist.com/fairy-investigation-society/C.S. Lewishttps://harpercollins.co.uk/pages/cslewisJ.K. Rowlinghttps://www.jkrowling.com