Signs, Omens, and Mountain Lore
from Appalachian Shine
What did your grandma warn you never to do after dark? In this episode of Appalachian Shine, we explore the superstitions, signs, omens, and old mountain lore passed down through generations—from whistling after dark and rocking an empty chair to woolly worms, moon planting, birds at the window, death omens, haints, dreams, and the strange signs our ancestors believed could predict what was coming. But this isn't just a history lesson—it's an invitation to remember the traditions you grew up with. How much of this old folklore is uniquely Appalachian? Which beliefs came from Scotland, Ireland, England, Africa, and other traditions? Which ones vary from Kentucky to West Virginia to Virginia and the Southern Appalachians? And perhaps most interesting of all—which ones do people still believe today? So listen along and see how many of these old mountain superstitions you remember hearing yourself. And if you have a family superstition of your own, Appalachian Shine wants to hear about it. Visit us online and donate today at www.supportappalachia.org #AppalachianShine #AppalachianFolklore #AppalachianSuperstitions #MountainLore #AppalachianHistory #SouthernFolklore #MountainTraditions #Appalachia #Folklore #OldMountainWays
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