The Night of the Strigoi: St. Andrew’s Eve in Romania
About this episode
Alyson explores the magical and uncanny traditions of St. Andrew’s Eve in Romania.
Between garlands of garlic on doorways, wolves finding their voice in the dark, and the undead rising from their graves, Romania’s celebration of St. Andrew’s Eve (November 29th-30th) blurs the line between the living and the dead. Join Alyson in exploring this magical and uncanny Romanian holiday.
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Host: Alyson Horrocks
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Places: Romania
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