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Writer, David Halpin is a mine of information on Irish folklore, fairylore and mythology in general and ideas around consciousness. David looks at the Irish stories and fairy folklore in a refreshing way, through the lens of writers such as Jacques Vallée and John Keel.

His Circle Stories on Facebook is an excellent resource and there's a shortened version on Instagram.
https://www.facebook.com/CircleStoriesDavidHalpin
https://www.instagram.com/circle__stories/

We discuss some of the stories on Duchas.ie Schools Collection (see link below) which relate to children. Some of these involve children being taken to fairyland NB. these are not changeling stories which are a separate type of fairy lore. We also talk about unconsecrated burial grounds called 'cillíns'.

The Schools Collection Duchas.ie is collection of folklore compiled by children in the 1930s:
https://www.duchas.ie/en/cbes/volumes

David mentions this graveyard during our discussion:
https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/books/kilranelagh-inspiration-for-ancient-saga-and-modern-detective-series-1.4297546

The story about the child taken by the red fairies is here:
https://www.duchas.ie/en/cbes/5044715/5033787/5136106

Cillíns
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cill%C3%ADn

⭐️ In the B O N U S episode on the Modern Fairy Sightings Patreon, I share some stories from the Duchas.ie Schools Collection of folklore from 1930s Ireland (releases Monday 17th November 2024)

V I D E O V E R S I O N released early to Patreon supporters and is now available on YouTube https://youtu.be/gG_4LbHU1Gc

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I chat to Darragh Mason author, researcher and host of Spirit Box Podcast about his new book, Song of the Dark Man.

Our discussion begins with an overview of what, rather than who, 'The Dark Man' is. We then move onto the folklore and finally go over some of the first hand encounters which make up the second half of Darragh's book.

It's genuinely a fantastic read and I thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish.

I also found that it brought a deeper understanding to the encounters that we've heard here on the Modern Fairy Sightings Podcast, where our guests have crossed paths with aspects of The Dark Man.

So, if you haven't got your hands on a copy of Song of the Dark Man yet, then tarry not...you need this book in your life 🖤

And be sure to check out Spirit Box Podcast on YouTube where, through his interviews with a fine array of incredible guests, Darragh explores folklore, esoterica and the mysteries of spirit world: https://www.youtube.com/@SpiritBox
Audio version on all apps including Spotify and Apple:

Darragh also has a Spirit Box Podcast Patreon group which I am in too. It's a brilliant community of people, sharing and supporting one another. Always something interesting happening. I highly recommend it as a community with a great bunch of folks 💚

Become a Patron! We have a community called The Curious Crew.
https://www.patreon.com/themodernfairysightingspodcast

Shownotes:
https://www.scarlettofthefae.com/ep-91-darragh-mason-the-dark-man/

YouTube Version of the Interview
https://youtu.be/ZoxwHPPP1Dg

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Warning: These are not fairytales and the content is unsuitable for children. This episode describes a wonderful experience but some episodes may contain details which some may find unsettling or frightening. The Modern Fairy Sightings Podcast is designed for listeners 16 years and older.

Podcast intro music: Transmutate by Snowflake (c) copyright 2020 Licensed. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License.

Green Man Artwork: Peter Hall Studios

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Adrian is a well-known and much-loved Druid of The Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids. He is a dear friend. I often join him at Stanton Drew to provide the the equinox and solstice public ceremonies. Everyone is welcome. The link to the Facebook page for dates etc is below.

Some years ago, he told me about his experience with Gwyn ap Nudd. I know Ade well and there's very little that phases him but this encounter had a profound effect on him, as he describes here.

We also touch on:
- what it's like to feel different in this world
- the struggles of addiction
- finding your true path and much more!

I hope you enjoy this chat. Adrian has led a really interesting life and has helped so many people in his role as a counsellor, particularly for people suffering from addictions. We all love his stories and he has a lot of wisdom to impart in this world.

⭐️ In the B O N U S episode on Patreon I share a video about the 'Dancing Fairies of Sennen Cove' Cornwall, where I visited in August 2024.

SHOW LINKS:
https://www.scarlettofthefae.com/ep-90-druid-adrian-rooke-and-gwyn-ap-nudd-king-of-the-fairies/

Contact Adrian
http://rooketherapy.co.uk/contact/

Ogham Pendants
http://rooketherapy.co.uk/sacred-oghams/hand-carved-sacred-oghams-wands-necklaces/

Ade's workshops with Jo Dunbar, Medical Herbalist
https://www.botanicamedica.co.uk/walks-workshops/

Celebrancy
http://rooketherapy.co.uk/ceremonies-on-offer/

Join us at a public ceremony at Stanton Drew
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558165827994

Become a Patron! We have a community called 'The Curious Crew'.
If you are looking for exclusive bonus material, monthly zoom chats with like minded folks, access to the Discord channels and joining events with a warm and friendly, like-minded community, please go to:
https://www.patreon.com/themodernfairysightingspodcast

If you’d prefer to support the Modern Fairy Sightings with a one off donation, you can ‘buy me a coffee’ and I’d be very grateful 🙂
https://buymeacoffee.com/modfairysight

Warning: These are not fairytales and the content is unsuitable for children. This episode describes a wonderful experience but some episodes may contain details which some may find unsettling or frightening. The Modern Fairy Sightings Podcast is designed for listeners 16 years and older.

Podcast intro music: Transmutate by Snowflake (c) copyright 2020 Licensed. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License.

Green Man Artwork: Peter Hall Studios

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