Ever seen a face made of leaves staring down from a church roof? In this episode of Wyrd Wessex, Andy and Craig, your resident Wyrdos delve deep into the folklore surrounding the Green Man.
We explore his potential origins in medieval carvings, his vibrant appearances in folk customs like Jack-in-the-Green, and his powerful re-emergence in contemporary paganism and art.
Plus a fascinating conversation with Poet Tom Hirons about his own connection to the wild and the poetic. Prepare for a journey into the uncanny corners of history and myth!
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Written by Emma Brooks and hosted by Craig Brooks and Andy Stevens
Edited by Craig Brooks
Episode artwork by TheSaxonstoryteller
Intro music by Leonell Cassio - The Paranormal Is Real (ft. Carrie)
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