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Loreland
by Hope Christofferson
A podcast delving into enigmatic stories from magical corners of history.
Episodes
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Episode 21: Once Upon a Tapestry
In this episode we uncover a moder fairytale in the making. How often can one say they work in a 15th century castle uncovering tapestries that combine science fiction and ancient myth? In this episode we hear from a French art conservator doing just that. Deep with the Liore Valley of France...
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Episode 20: The Garden of Otherworldy Delights by Alessandro Keegan
What does medieval jewelry, psychedelic journeys, and contemporary art have in common? They are all interconnected in the wonderfully bizarre world of Alessandro Keegan’s deeply spiritual and intuitive paintings. Here we discuss the trials of art-making and the strange adventures that following a...
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Episode 19: World Building with sci-fi artist and writer C.M. Koseman
This extended interview explores artist and speculative evolution author C.M. Kösemen’s creative worldview, influences, and life experiences. We weave together art, biology, internet culture, personal narrative, and imagination. His newly printed book All Tomorrow’s chronicles the future of...
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Episode 18: The Singing Rose
Delve into the psychology of Beauty and the Beast- a darker, twisted version featuring a singing flower. Why doth the rose bloom? Well, we delve into the significance of fairytales in modern life in this exploration of a lesser-known variant of a tale as old as time….
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Episode 17: The Origin of Sirens
Sirens are often confused for their mermaid counterparts, but in the eye of Greek myth, they are far from sea creatures. In this episode we delve into the modern brands that incorporate mythology into their appeal (Starbucks anyone?) and how this is evidence of the life that still resides within...
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Episode 16: Mermaid Myths
In this episode we dive into three different oceans to look at the various interpretations of mermaids around the world. The text version of this episode along with all the images referenced and sources can be found on the Loreland blog: https://www.hopechristoffersonart.com/blog Any and all...
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Episode 4: The Wonder of Psychotechnology
In special artist interview episode of Farbeyond we interview the mythological painter Christopher Remmers. We are introduced to the term psychotechnology which is how people manifest their destiny through thought. We discuss how stories have shaped the evolution of humanity. I've boiled down the...
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Episode 3: The Cottingley Faeries
Once upon a time in the early 20th century, two girls in England photographed what respected members of society called "evidence of fairies". Was this so? Or simply an elaborate hoax designed to play into our desire to believe in the fantastical? On this special guest episode Hope and Isabel dive...
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Episode 2: The Curse of the Pharaoh
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you robbed an ancient grave filled with embalmed organs, gold, mold, and radioactive material? Well we have too! Come over to the hot sands of Egypt with us while we investigate one of the most powerful curses of Egyptian history. We'll also look Into…
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Episode 1: The Hope Diamond
Welcome to our first LOCATION SPECIAL episode of season 2! We are so excited to broadcast from the forest amongst the birds and fairies to bring you a tale of a cursed diamond from India. How are French Kings, the Titanic, and horse racing all connected? You'll have to tune in to see. We may even...
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Episode 10: Mary Celeste
Ahoy! What does a haunted ghost ship, hungry sirens, water platforms, and insurance fraud all have in common? Come aboard the season one FINALE of Farbeyond to find out. Our episodes are always guaranteed to astound and entertain, and we thank all our listeners for staying strong through the…
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Episode 9: Rapunzel
On this episode we delve into the history of the popular fairytale Rapunzel! On this journey we learn that lions are afraid of donkeys and parsley is the most delicious food since sliced bread. Jump into the bizarre backstory of Disney's Tangled with hosts Hope and Isabel for the semi-final…
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Episode 8- Hansel and Gretel
Jump into candyland with us as we look into the real and terrifying stories that inspired one our favorite childhood fairytales. Hansel and Gretel has been linked to devastating plagues, forced cannibalism, and conniving step-mothers just as evil as the Grimm's recorded. As always, we get a bit...
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Episode 7- The Voynich Manuscript
Journey with us back to the Middle Ages into the studio of alchemist Roger Bacon. The extravagant wizard who may have created the world's most mysterious book. Filled with alien illustrations of plants blooming stars, naked women floating through green pools, and unreadable languages, this...
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Episode 6- Sleepy Hollow
Weird happenings have been occurring in a small village in Kazakhstan- everyone is falling asleep for days on end. Cats, dogs, children, even plants. But why? We delve into a few theories surrounding this real-world sleepy hollow and the strange dreams reported by the inhabitants of the town.…
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Episode 5- Snow White
Do mirrors always speak the truth? Are dwarves just children in bright cloaks? Is nightshade worse than a poisoned apple? We answer these and many more questions as we discover the historical figures who could have inspired the Brother's Grimm most iconic fairytale- Little Snow White. So grab an...
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Episode 4- The Lady and the Unicorn
All of the romantic antics behind the 15th century making of the mysterious Lady & the Unicorn Tapestries! Music: Symphony in B Minor (arr. T. Finno for orchestra): III. Primo tempo by Debussy.
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Episode 3- Dancing Plagues
Dance until you drop- literally. We’re journeying back to the medieval ages to investigate choreomania, the unexplained epidemics of compulsive dancing that swept Europe centuries ago. Brew some tea and settle in for strange conversation and outlandish theories. Music by the talented Kia Engle....
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Episode 2- Croatoan!
We’re delving into the mysterious tale of the lost Colony of Roanoke Island and the theories surrounding the disappearance of over 10O settlers. Come brew some tea and join for a lighthearted venture into this enigmatic story...
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Episode 1- Netta Fornario
Follow eccentric hosts Hope and Isabel as they recount the strange life and times of Netta Fornario- the English occultist who’s journey to the remote Isle of Iona left us with a dark story filled with mystery, monks, and of course fairies. The music for this episode was provided by the talented...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast delving into enigmatic stories from magical corners of history.
HOSTED BY
Hope Christofferson
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A podcast delving into enigmatic stories from magical corners of history.
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Loreland is created and hosted by Hope Christofferson.
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