Para OR Normal Guyz | Haunting the Holidays - Christmas Special

Get ready for a holiday episode unlike any other! This week, we’re joined by two extraordinary guests for a Christmas special that will haunt, thrill, and delight you in equal measure. Tim Rayborn brings a historian’s flair to the episode as he dives into the darker side of Christmas traditions. An author, medievalist, and musician, Tim unravels the chilling folktales and Yuletide fables that have terrified children and adults across the globe. From Krampus, the infamous goat-like demon, to Iceland’s Gryla, a giant ogre who hunts misbehaving children, Tim’s exploration of holiday lore will make you rethink the festive season. Whether it’s the mischievous Kallikantzari or the terrifying Frau Perchta, these stories will surely send shivers down your spine. Douglas R. Brown is a fantasy and horror writer from Pataskala, Ohio, whose career as a firefighter/paramedic inspired his gripping tales of supernatural suspense. He’ll share insights into his latest collection, A Firefighter Christmas Carol and Other Stories. Imagine Charles Dickens’ classic tale reimagined with a firefighter battling PTSD and a series of ghostly visitors determined to help him confront his past. From eerie paramedic secrets to a man’s chilling escape from a sinister stranger, Douglas’ stories blend emotional depth with spine-tingling terror. Tune in to hear how his real-life experiences breathe life into these haunting narratives. Join us for an unforgettable Christmas journey that blends Tim’s rich historical insights with Douglas’ supernatural storytelling. Discover the hidden darkness of the holiday season, and don’t forget to share your own Christmas stories with us. Whether merry or macabre, we want to hear them! Don’t miss out on this thrilling episode! Subscribe to our podcast, like, follow, and share with your friends to spread the holiday chills and thrills! You can find Tim at: https://timrayborn.com/ You can find Douglas at: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B004TZG6AA/about Follow us at: https://www.facebook.com/sportcatpodcast https://www.instagram.com/paraornormalguyz/ https://twitter.com/sportcat https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportcatshows Subscribe now and hit that notification bell! www.youtube.com/@Paraornormalguyz Want to send us something?  https://www.speakpipe.com/Sportcat⁠⁠ [email protected] Support us at: paypalme/sportcat venmo.com/u/Sportcatmedic cash.app?$Sportcatmedic You can find Sportcat playing classic rock on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on The Thin Line Rock Radio Station: https://www.thethinlinerockstation.com Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on our shows are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect the official position of our shows, Nite-Lite Studio, or its affiliates. #Christmas #Holiday #Horror #Haunting #Supernatural #DarkChristmas #TimRayborn #DouglasRBrown #AFirefighterChristmasCarol #ChristmasFolklore #Yuletide #Spooky #Krampus #MacabreChristmas #PodcastSpecial  #Fantasy #HolidaySpirit #FestiveFrights #GhostlyChristmas #DarkHoliday #Traditions #Frightful #Festivities #Spooky #HistoricalHorror #ChristmasChills #SeasonOfFear #YuletideLegends #CreepyChristmas #FiresideFrights #HauntedHolidays #HolidayDarkSide #WinterWonderScares #paranormal #ghost