The Faeries and Folklore Podcast by Ronel

Short folklore episodes exploring different faery creatures that have captured imaginations and ignited curiosity.

Hosted by mythic dark fantasy author Ronel Janse van Vuuren.

A dark, atmospheric fantasy banner titled "FAERIES AND FOLKLORE by Ronel." The background features a spooky, dense forest at night, filled with gnarled, shadowy trees and glowing blue specks of light that resemble fireflies or magic. Centered at the top, a large, detailed full moon glows brightly, casting a cool blue light over the entire scene.

In the foreground, a detailed, scaly dark-blue dragon rests on a rocky, uneven ridge. The title text is written in a stylized, elegant, and slightly weathered silver font with decorative filigree surrounding the words "AND" and "by Ronel."

How to understand the seals on the different episode banners:

An infographic titled "SPECIAL EDITION SEALS" at the top and "FOLKLORE CATEGORIES" in the center, featuring thirteen detailed, metallic wax-seal-style badges against a dark, textured background. The badges are arranged in three distinct groups, each with an icon in the center and text below it.

Special Edition Seals
The top row features three large, distinctively colored seals:

Afrikaans Edition: A deep red wax seal featuring a stylized tree of life. Below it, the text reads "AFRIKAANS EDITION" and "Vertel in Afrikaans."

Audiobook Extract: A silver wax seal featuring an open book with a sparkling star rising from the pages. Below it, the text reads "AUDIOBOOK EXTRACT" and "Stories brought to life."

From the Folklore Archive: A dark blue wax seal featuring a crescent moon surrounded by stars and delicate leafy branches. Below it, the text reads "FROM THE FOLKLORE ARCHIVE" and "Unearthed. Remembered. Retold."

Folklore Categories
Below a horizontal divider, ten smaller, matching dark blue/pewter wax seals are arranged in two rows:

First Row of Categories:

Small, Everyday Fae: Features a single mushroom under a starry sky.

The Fae Realm: Features a stone archway revealing a path leading toward a bright light.

Power Players of Faerie: Features a detailed royal crown surrounded by small stars.

Water Fae: Features swirling ocean waves with droplets spraying upward.

Death Fae: Features a human skull framed by a circular wreath of leaves.

Solitary Fae: Features a gnarled, leafless tree standing alone under a dark sky.

Second Row of Categories:

Dark Fae: Features a dense, tangled thicket of thorny branches.

Immortals: Features a sun with a human face in the center, radiating pointed rays.

Faery Animals: Features the detailed profile of a wolf or fox head.

Protectors of Faerie: Features a classic shield emblazoned with a leafy sprig.

Secrets of Faerie: Features an ornate, antique skeleton key flanked by two leafy branches.

The episodes:

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As featured on the 50 Best Folklore Podcasts and 15 Best Dark Fantasy Podcasts.