EPISODE · Aug 20, 2025 · 8 MIN
The Earliest American Haunting
from New American Mythos · host Michael Belch
This episode asks and answer the question, "What is the earliest tale 'haunting' in America?" It explores the events and beliefs that lead the puritans and colonists to tell and write so many ghost stories. Last, it introduces us to an important historical figure in the development of American folklore: Minister, Cotton Mather.__________We tell America’s old stories with the warmth of firelight and the weight of unanswered questions.From haunted river valleys to whispered frontier legends, New American Mythos retells the myths and folktales that shaped our nation, blending immersive sound design, period-inspired music, and thoughtful reflection.Website: www.ironscrewpublishing.com/new-american-mythosYouTube: @IronScrewPublishingPatreon: Join for bonus episodes and exclusive perks
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This episode asks and answer the question, "What is the earliest tale 'haunting' in America?" It explores the events and beliefs that lead the puritans and colonists to tell and write so many ghost stories. Last, it introduces us to an important historical figure in the development of American folklore: Minister, Cotton Mather. __________ We tell America’s old stories with the warmth of firelight and the weight of unanswered questions. From haunted river valleys to whispered frontier legends,...
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