Santa’s Shadow: Krampus Unleashed on Leavenworth

Ready to celebrate the holiday season with a spooky twist? Join us as we journey to the Bavarian village of Leavenworth, Washington, a place we fell in love with for its festive charm and authentic German offerings. From its quaint shops to the locally brewed beers, there's so much to love in this enchanting village, but we can’t ignore the dark side of Bavarian holiday traditions. Get ready to meet Krampus, the demonic counterpart to St. Nicholas, as we dig deep into the vivid folklore surrounding this curious creature. We unpack the history, the controversies, the unique traditions, and the evolution of Krampus from a banned entity to a symbol of the eternal duel between good and evil. And yes, we'll talk about how Krampus Seattle troupe was NOT invited back to Leavenworth for Krampusnacht celebrations!Wrapping up our holiday special, we'll reveal the spooky surprises and delightful gifts we've received from our listeners - your generosity has warmed our hearts! But it's not just about receiving; we've been busy creating Christmas cards for our Patreon supporters. You won't want to miss our reflections on conspiracy theories related to tarot readings and some good old gift-opening fun! Join us for this festive episode filled with holiday cheer (and only a little fear), Pacific Northwest style. “Get Low” to the tune of “A Holly Jolly Christmas”This week we shared the podcast Weird True Crime!Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at [email protected] or use this link. There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Apple Podcasts, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. Pastebin: for sources.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pnw-haunts-homicides--5955451/support.