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  • The Boo-Foons & Oddtrots: The Mystery of the Green Children of Woolpit

    Episode 28

    This week, the Boo-Foons team up with John from Oddtrots for a delightfully strange expedition to Suffolk, where one of England’s most enduring mysteries first took root: the Green Children of Woolpit. According to 12th‑century accounts, two children with green-tinted skin appeared near the village, speaking an unknown language and refusing all food except broad beans. Over time, their colour reportedly faded, and the surviving child claimed they came from a twilight world called St Martin’s Land, where the sun never fully shone.

    In true Boo-Foons fashion, Steve, Dan, and John dive into the legend with equal parts curiosity and chaos, sampling broad beans, scanning the countryside for wolves (a nod to Woolpit’s historic wolf pits), and attempting to decode the children’s mysterious language. It’s folklore meets field trip, with plenty of laughs woven through the history, theories, and wonderfully weird details that make this centuries-old tale so irresistible.

    If you love your mysteries with a side of education and a generous helping of Boo-Foonery, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

  • The Boo‑Foons Hunt for Floating Heads in Southeast Asia

    Episode 26

    Southeast Asia is famous for many things: breathtaking temples, incredible food, warm hospitality… and, of course, the occasional floating head with its entrails dangling like festive streamers. Naturally, this meant one thing.

    The Boo‑Foons had to go.

    Armed with backpacks, questionable bravery, and a deeply flawed sense of what counts as a “relaxing getaway,” Steve and Dan set off across the region in search of the legendary Penanggalan or Krasue, beautiful women by day, terrifying flying viscera‑demons by night.

    Folklore, Fear, and Questionable Choices

    The Krasue is said to detach her head from her body and fly through the night in search of victims. Steve and Dan wandered through moonlit streets, listening for the tell‑tale wet flapping of airborne organs, they discovered something important: Southeast Asian folklore is rich, fascinating, and absolutely terrifying when you’re the one doing the fieldwork.

    Did They Find One?

    Well… that would be telling.

  • Greenhouse Mystery: The Curious Case of the Mandrake

    Greenhouse Mystery: The Curious Case of the Mandrake

    Episode 24

    Steve and Dan find themselves face-to-face with a botanical enigma, the legend of the mandrake.

    What Is a Mandrake?

    Mandrake (genus Mandragora) is a plant steeped in folklore and mysticism. Native to the Mediterranean region, its roots often resemble human figures, which has fueled centuries of superstition. Historically, mandrakes were believed to scream when uprooted, a cry so deadly it could kill anyone who heard it.

    Folklore and Myth

    • Medieval Legends: In medieval Europe, mandrakes were thought to grow beneath gallows, nourished by the bodily fluids of hanged men.
    • Protective Talismans: People carried mandrake roots as charms to ward off evil or bring good fortune.
    • Magical Uses: Mandrakes appeared in potions, spells, and rituals, often associated with witchcraft and alchemy.

    Biological Facts

    • Species: The most well-known species is Mandragora officinarum.
    • Appearance: Mandrakes have thick, often bifurcated roots that resemble human limbs, and dark green leaves with bell-shaped flowers.
    • Habitat: They thrive in dry, rocky soils and bloom in spring.

    Toxicity and Medicinal Use

    Mandrakes contain alkaloids such as hyoscyamine and scopolamine, which can be highly toxic. Historically, they were used as anesthetics and sedatives, but improper use could lead to hallucinations, coma, or death. Today, mandrake is rarely used medicinally due to its dangerous properties.

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    (images: Wikimedia)

    Final Thoughts

    Whether feared or revered, the mandrake remains one of nature’s most enigmatic plants. Its legacy spans centuries, bridging the gap between botany and legend. For the Boo-Foons, it’s just another day in the greenhouse.

  • The Boo-Foons and the Three‑Headed Giant of Bonny Scotland

    Scotland has given the world many wonders: bagpipes, tartan, deep‑fried everything… and now, thanks to the Boo-Foons, one more addition to the list, a rumoured three‑headed giant lurking somewhere in the Highlands. Naturally, Steve and Dan packed their bags, grabbed their microphones, and set off on a quest that absolutely nobody asked for but everyone will enjoy.

    What followed was a journey filled with riddles, ruined castles, suspiciously tall vegetation, and a man named Jack who may or may not have been entirely trustworthy.

  • Taniwha Trouble

    We’ve crossed oceans, dodged customs, and packed extra socks because this time, we’re heading to New Zealand! Our mission? To uncover the truth behind legendary Māori creatures said to guard sacred lands and waters.

    Join us as we plunge into the Pacific, hunting for signs of reptilian sea guardians known as taniwha. These mythical beings are woven into Māori lore, often described as dragon-like creatures that dwell in rivers, lakes, and coastal waters.

    Some taniwha are fierce protectors of iwi (tribes), while others are known to be more mischievous or territorial. Either way, they’re not the kind of cryptid you want to surprise with a flashlight.

  • Into the Jungle: The Curupira Episode

    The Boo-Foons head deep into South America in search of the legendary forest guardian, the Curupira (or as Steve calls it, “Curry-piranha?”). This fiery-haired trickster from Brazilian folklore is known for his backward-facing feet, a clever trait that confuses hunters and leads them in circles. He’s the ultimate protector of the rainforest, punishing those who exploit nature and vanishing into the trees before you can say “deforestation.”


    Join Steve and Dan as they dodge mischievous spirits and try to keep up with the chaos. Steve, naturally, struggles with pronouncing “Curupira,” but that’s half the fun.

    This episode was recorded live during a Patreon stream, so expect extra Boo-Foonery and jungle misadventures.

  • Boo-Foons in Wales: Fairy Cattle & Cow Pat Chao

    The Boo-Foons are back on the road, this time hoofing it through the misty hills of Wales in search of fairy cattle and folklore mischief. Join Steve and Dan as they tiptoe through enchanted pastures, dodge flying cow pats, sidestep suspicious witches, and wrangle tales from the otherworldly herd.


    Expect moo-ving mysteries, udder nonsense, and a few dairy-fresh punchlines as the Boo-Foons milk every last drop of weirdness from this whimsical Welsh adventure.


    Listen now and graze on the magic.

  • Hitchin Ghost Hunt Special

    The Boo-Foons are back on the trail of the paranormal, and this time, they’re heading to Hitchin! Join Steve and Dan as they team up with a fearless crew of ghost hunters for a spine-tingling night at the historic British School’s Museum. From creaking floorboards to unexplained whispers, the gang dives deep into the eerie atmosphere of one of Hertfordshire’s most haunted locations.

    In this very special episode, we recount the strange happenings, share behind-the-scenes banter, and reflect on the chilling moments that had us questioning reality. Expect laughs, gasps, and a few goosebumps as the Boo-Foons blend folklore, fun, and fright in classic style.

    A massive thank you to our ghost-hunting dream team Cliff (N64LIFEpodcast, Under Consoletation Podcast) Dan (Dan Does), John (Oddtrots), Seb, and Skor, for joining us on this unforgettable adventure. Your energy, insights, and bravery made the night one for the books.

    And of course, thank you to Paul and Sanja for making this possible (Paul and Sanja).

    Paul and Sanja’s video of the night on YouTube: We Smuggled a Ghost into a Victorian School

  • Boo-Foons Haunted Pub Crawl special: Spirits, Stories & Stumbles Across the Southwest

    Grab your pint and hold onto your EMF meter, this feature-length episode is a wild ride through the haunted watering holes of Cornwall and Devon. Steve and Dan hit the road (and the barstools) in search of ghostly tales, spectral sightings, and the kind of pub banter only the Boo-Foons could attract.

    From creaky floorboards to cursed cellars, each stop reveals a new layer of folklore and local legend. Whether it’s the beer glass throwing phantom, to a peek-a-boo ghost girl in a fireplace, the Boo-Foons are on a mission to uncover the truth, or at least get close enough before the next round.

    Expect:

    • Slurred ghost-hunting logic after pint #4
    • Interviews with charming locals who know their spirits (A heartfelt shoutout to Jim and Les, whose stories chilled our bones and warmed our hearts).
    • Dan trying to walk in a straight line while Steve gets angry at a famous “haunted” pub.

    This isn’t just a pub crawl, it’s a paranormal pilgrimage. Tune in for laughs, lore, and a few questionable decisions. Cheers to haunted history and hiccuping through the horror!

  • Boo-Foons Episode 2: Frogmen Unleashed

    Last Wednesday, Boo-Foons took a slippery leap into one of the UK’s strangest folklore legends: the mysterious Toadmen. Who were these shadowy figures? What did they want with toads, horses, and secret rituals?


    Join us as we wade through murky myths, rural magic, and the unsettling truth behind the Toadmen’s powers. Expect laughs, lore, and a few unexpected croaks.


    Listen now wherever you get your ghostly fix or from our website

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