Encounters With The Good People

Household Faerie - More than a helping hand.We look at 3 tales of encounters with Household Faerie.The German "Kobold", the Welsh "Bwbachod", the Scottish "Brownie".Kitty reminds you, as always, why it’s okay to believe in Faeries.To read more stories of encounters with the Good People, share your own story of an encounter, perhaps one handed down through your family, or just an unusual experience visit:www.encounterswiththegoodpeople.comglassonionstories@gmail.comwww.facebook.com/encounterswiththegoodpeopleCredits:Theme Music: ‘Irish Coffee’ by Giorgio Di CampoAdditional Music:‘Galway’ by Kevin McLeod. From Royalty Free Zone."The Wind That Shakes The Barley_The Reel With The Beryle", by The ChieftainsBrownie story read by Zornaph. www.fiverr.com/zornaph/

Bloody May: Will o’Wisp, Red Cap and Sluagh.Faerie of traditional Celtic Faerie Folklore are old and clever, and sometimes bloodthirsty.It is long known the Good People are more active in the month of May. Until they tell us themselves, we can only speculate why this is so but… we are wise to be wary, for not all Faerie wish to act as Guardian, or Muse, or kindly foretell a death at any time.And in the month of May, there are those who would gladly steal your blood or even your life.We look at 2 tales of encounters with Faerie in the month of May which show us how easily they are tempted by a lovely lady and how swift, and final, is their reckoning when a promise is broken. The line twixt life and death is fine indeed… This episode features 3 particularly dangerous Faerie: the Will o’Wisp, Red Cap and Sluagh.These are three fellas you do not want to bump into at any time, but in the month of May, that bump would surely turn deadly. But fear not, we have some tips on how you might save yourself from their wi

What do you get when you take a pinch of Beltane and add a dash of Faerie?A Month of May Mischief.Faerie of traditional Irish Faerie Folklore are old and clever, and something strange comes over them in the month of May.Did you know that in the month of May you are more likely to be assaulted, abducted, seduced or tricked by Faerie than at any other time of the year? It’s true, and Kitty is wondering why!We know the Good People, Wee Folk, Faerie or Sidhe are all around us and watching, always watching. And so it is they watch us celebrate birth and mourn death and the many landmarks twixt the two.But what do the Good People think when they witness us collectively throw off our tightly held inhibitions, ditch our clothing, paint our bodies, adorn them in flowers and branches, beat drums and dance around bonfires?Are they amused? Probably, but they are most certainly confused.Beltane, the Celtic ceremony of welcoming Summer and celebrating the warmth of the Sun and the fertility and hope it brings, is held on 3

Selkie – Still Waters Run Deep.Come, join Kitty and bask under the warm glow of the doe-eyed Selkie.The Selkie story is a familiar one: under the light of the moon, a beautiful woman with milky white skin, long brown hair and big brown eyes, dances on the rocky shore. A canny man steals her sealskin and she is evermore bound to live on land, to be his wife and bear his children. She is a fine wife, a loving mother and, although she spends every spare moment gazing out at sea and talking to seagulls, theirs is a good life.NUTS TO THAT!It’s time to wipe the misty romanticism from our eyes and take a real look at Selkie. Her predicament is no fairytale.Faerie of traditional Folklore are old, clever and can shed their skin whole. They are all around us, always watching. But what are they thinking? Do they yearn to befriend us?It is said “still waters run deep” and so it is with Selkie, the ‘feel-good’ member of the Good People.Kitty takes a close look at these romanticised creatures to discover the fascinating ch

Mermaids and Mermen - Is it safe to go in the water?Leave your towels on the beach and join Kitty as she dives into the dark, scary waters where dwell Mermaids and Mermen. What do we know about these elusive creatures?We know they are spotted in waters all over the world - check!They are ridiculously good looking - check!They are shiny and muscular - check!But... we don't know what darkness lurks in their hearts.In this episode, we ponder:Why Mermaids attack underwater divers?How to defeat a Scottish Mermen without getting wetWhy Scandinavian fishers should carry an extra sock when out at sea?and the bizarre hobby of the, otherwise delightful, Irish Merrow.Faerie of traditional Folklore are old, clever and can live in water and on land. They are all around us, always watching. But what are they thinking? Are they on a mission to keep us landlubbers out of the oceans altogether?Kitty makes a splash by declaring Mermen are every bit as interesting as their prettier kin, and warns against listening to the Mermai

3 Brief Encounters and The Benefits of DaydreamingNo, not that kind of ‘Brief’ encounter (although they are common too), Kitty is here to talk about fleeting meetings with the real Faeries: The Good People, The Wee Folk or the Sidhe.​Faerie of traditional Irish Faerie Folklore are old and clever, but can be terribly nosey. They are all around us and watching, always watching.But what are they thinking? Are they baffled by Brexit, or just set on spying? Should we fear them? ​In this episode, Kitty looks at 3 brief encounters with the Good People and asks:What do they really look like?Would you recognise one if they were sat next to you on the train?Or busking for coin on Main Street?​We ponder why daydreaming is good for us and as always, Kitty explains why it’s okay to believe in Faeries.​To read more stories of encounters with the Good People, share your own story of an encounter, perhaps one handed down through your family, or just an unusual experience on a visit to Ireland at:​www.encounterswiththegoodpeo

Faerie Vengeance and Proof Tinkerbell is Soft – Part 2Leave thoughts of mercy at the door, Kitty is here to talk about the ruthless ways Faerie take revenge on Humans.Faerie of traditional Irish Faerie Folklore are old, clever and can be seriously opinionated.They are all around us and watching, always watching. But what are they thinking?Are we tempting their acts of revenge by breaking basic rules of decency?Or do they just enjoy tormenting us? Should we fear them?When it comes to methods of revenge, we learn how the real Faerie kick Tinkerbell to the curb.In this episode, Kitty ponders one more tale of Faerie Vengeance and establishes 3 easy to follow rules to minimise the chances of you falling foul of Faerie. But, there are no guarantees. Even those with good and earnest intentions can incur the wrath of the Good People.As always, Kitty explains why it’s okay to believe in Faeries and invites you to read more true tales of encounters with the Good People and share your own experiences at:www.encounterswi

3 Cases of Faerie Vengeance - Part 1Leave your lingering doubts at the door, Faerie are vengeful.Kitty is here to talk about the real ways Faerie have taken revenge on Humans and whatsmore, identifies their favourite methods. Yes, they have their favourites!Faerie of traditional Irish Faerie Folklore are old, clever and can be seriously unforgiving. They are all around us and watching, always watching. But what are they thinking: Are they disappointed in our poor behaviour and simply trying to set us straight?Can we ever meet their expectations?Should we fear them?In this episode, Kitty shares two cautionary tales of Faerie vengeance and identifies common things we do which infuriate them. We also ponder what we can do to avoid finding ourselves at the receiving end of a vengeful Faerie.As always, Kitty explains why it’s okay to believe in Faeries and invites you to read more true tales of encounters with the Good People and share your own experiences at:www.encounterswiththegoodpeople.comglassonionstories@gm

Leanan Sidhe - Vampiric Muse or Divine Messenger?Leave your teenage vampire love stories at the door, Kitty is here to talk about the real Leanan Sidhe of The Good People. Faerie of traditional Irish Faerie Folklore are old, clever and can be really inspiring. They are all around us and watching, always watching.But what are they thinking? Can they relate to the vanity of our selfie generation or do they despair at our self-loving superficiality? Do we irritate them, should we fear them?In this episode, Kitty wonders if Leanan Sidhe’s interaction with Humans serves a higher purpose. Perhaps it’s about more than art!So, bin all romantic thoughts of bloodsucking, we’re going to take a no nonsense look at how and why Leanan Sidhe have inspired Humans through the ages and ask: Is she just a bloodthirsty vamp with a penchant for Human blood?And does this explain why struggling artists are often pale, sickly and tormented?Does she give inspiration to particular creative Humans out of lust or affection? OR…Is it pos

Pocket Podcast - Old Tales of Changelings and Abductions.Sit back and relax as Kitty shares a few old tales of Faerie shenanigans, and proves that some attempts to abduct Humans do not go to plan…Listen to the tale of how an ordinary young man out for a walk managed to out trick the Faerie tricksters and save the son of a Lord.Discover how one Mother learned the hard way that sometimes even a well placed pair of iron scissors cannot be relied upon to protect her baby from Faerie abductors.Then there is the unusual tale of a Faerie mother who had her own baby stolen to act as Changeling and an account from a young boy who was abducted to live among the Good People for 4 years before being returned to his family.*To read more stories of encounters with the Good People, share your own story of an encounter, perhaps one handed down through your family, or just an unusual experience on a visit to Ireland at:www.encounterswiththegoodpeople.comglassonionstories@gmail.comwww.facebook.com/encounterswiththegoodpeopleCr

Faerie Changelings and Abductions - Part 2Leave your knocking knees at the door, Kitty is here to talk about the real Faeries: The Good People, The Wee Folk or the Sidhe.Faerie of traditional Irish Faerie Folklore sit guardian over our Natural World and are in feckin torment at the many ways we harm our environment. They are all around us and watching, always watching.But what are they thinking? Are they impressed at our efforts to recycle, upcycle and downcycle or would they gladly send us all to landfill? Should we worry about what they might do? *In this episode, Kitty takes a realistic look at what motivated a loving Grandmother to employ a woman expert in Faerie Knowledge and remedies, to rid a sickly 4 year old boy of a ‘Faerie Changeling’. A fateful decision which resulted in the worst possible outcome. Was this a case or murder, incompetence or absolute faith?We ponder why some people daydream of being abducted by the Good People while others are terrified at the notion. And wonder what do the Good Pe

Faerie Changelings and Abductions​​Leave your magic mushrooms at the door, Kitty is here to talk about the real Faeries: The Good People, The Wee Folk or the Sidhe.​Faerie of traditional Irish Faerie Folklore are old and clever, but can be terribly tricksy. They are all around us and watching, always watching.​But what are they thinking? Are they impressed at how we raise our children, or think they could do it better? Should we fear them? ​In this episode, Kitty bins the moral judgement and shares a true story of a Tipperary woman who was killed by her husband and father in an attempt to rid her body of a ‘Faerie Changeling’ and asks:​Were claims of ‘Faerie Changelings’ a form of mass hysteria?​Did they mask a darker truth: murder?​Or were they genuine cases of Faerie intervention in Human lives?​We ponder the poem of a Human girl abducted by the Good People and as always, Kitty explains why it’s okay to believe in Faeries.​To read more stories of encounters with the Good People, share your own story of an e

The Faerie Dog who Saved the Day.Leave your collar and lead at the door, Kitty is here to talk about Faerie Dogs of The Good People, The Wee Folk or the Sidhe. Faerie of traditional Irish Faerie Folklore are old, clever and unpredictable. They are all around us and watching, always watching.But what are they thinking? Do they want to be our new best friend or is their bite worse than their bark? Should we fear them? In this episode, Part Two of Faerie Dogs, Kitty bins the science fiction and tries hard not to be sentimental (but I love dogs!) to take a fresh, openminded look at Faerie Dogs and ponders…How do Guardian Faerie Dogs know when we’re in danger?Can they read our thoughts?Is it safe to touch one?To get to the bottom of this and more, Kitty looks at personal encounters with Guardian Faerie Dogs, shares the story of a Faerie Dog who saved a young girls life and discovers they are feistier than you might think. As always, Kitty explains why it’s okay to believe in Faeries.To read more stories of encoun

Friends or Foe? Leave your chewed slippers at the door, Kitty is here to talk about Faerie Dogs of The Good People, The Wee Folk or the Sidhe. Faerie of traditional Irish Faerie Folklore are old, clever and can be terrifying. They are all around us and watching, always watching.But what are they thinking? Are they impressed at they way we care for our animals or is their bite worse than their bark? Should we fear them? In this episode, Part One of Faerie Dogs, Kitty bins the science fiction and tries hard not to be sentimental (but I love dogs!) to take a fresh, openminded look at Faerie Dogs and ponders…Are they really demonic?Do they kill Humans for fun?What of those dogs who guard and protect Humans?To get to the bottom of this and more, Kitty looks at personal encounters with Faerie Dogs over history and discovers just how wildly varied they are. Could there be many kinds of Faerie Dog, or just the one with a terrible case of split personality? And, she shares the story of her own encounter with a Faerie

Episode 3 – BansheeLeave your Ghost stories at the door, Kitty is here to talk about Banshee of The Good People, The Wee Folk or the Sidhe. Faerie of traditional Irish Faerie Folklore are old, clever and can be really shrieky. They are all around us and watching, always watching.But what are they thinking? Are they impressed by our social-influencing or are they unfriending us? Should we fear them? In this episode, Kitty bins the hysteria to take a fresh, compassionate look at the most misunderstood of all Faerie: BansheeWho is she really?Why does she suffer so?Does it matter what she looks like?Can she really follow Irish families to America?To get to the bottom of this and more, Kitty discusses 3 very different accounts of Banshee. We celebrate Banshee and the Good People in song and poem and as always, Kitty explains why it’s okay to believe in Faeries.To read more stories of encounters with the Good People, share your own story of an encounter, perhaps one handed down through your family, or just an unusu

Episode 2 – Ireland, Ancestral Memory and Thin Places.Leave your wands and magic potions at the door, Kitty is here to talk about the real Faeries: The Good People, The Wee Folk or the Sidhe. Faerie of traditional Irish Faerie Folklore are old, clever and can be beautiful. They are all around us and watching, always watching.But what are they thinking? Are they impressed by our cyber-modernity or are they quietly simmering with irritation? Should we fear them? In this episode, Kitty brushes away the glitter-dust and bins the stigma to take a fresh, open-minded look at Faerie and asks:What is so special about Ireland that Faerie have made it their home?Are descendants of Irish emigration more likely to encounter a Faerie?Are Thin Places for real? Kitty shares the story of an Ulster teenager who stumbled upon Faerie and lived to tell the tale.We celebrate Ireland in song and poem and as always, Kitty explains why it’s okay to believe in Faeries.To read more stories of encounters with the Good People, share your

Leave your Tinkerbells and Leprechauns at the door, Kitty is here to talk about the real Faeries: The Good People, The Wee Folk or the Sidhe. Faerie of traditional Irish Faerie Folklore are old, clever and can be treacherous. They are all around us and watching, always watching.But what are they thinking? Are they impressed by our touchscreen technology or do they curse our lack of enlightenment? Should we fear them? Here at ‘Encounters with the Good People’ we are going to find out. In this episode Kitty brushes away the glitter-dust and bins the stigma to take a fresh, open-minded look at who the Faerie really are; ponders why our society is choosing to dismiss Faerie Folklore.We celebrate Faerie in poem and song and Kitty explains why it’s okay to believe in Faeries.To read more stories of encounters with the Good People, share your own story of an encounter, perhaps one handed down through your family, or just an unusual experience on a visit to Ireland at: www.encounterswiththegoodpeople.comglassonionsto