Listen to a wonderful interview with Erika Funke for the WVIA Radio program ArtScene. In this interview we talk about Krampus, paganism in European Christmas traditions, their survival in Pennsylvania German folk traditions, and the current revival movements.
For more information on Pennsylvania German folklore and magic see:
Our previous interview on ArtScene (Oct. 31, 2017) a link to it is below. Click on the arrow to go to the program.
Pennsylvania German Folklore and Folk Magic on WVIA-FM Radio with Erika Funke
Pow-Wow: Traditional Folk and Grimoire Magic
Pietism, Pow-Wow and the Magical Revival
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This is very interesting Mark, I too have seen the many youtube videos of celebrations in Europe. This idea of consequences for actions is an important lesson. Krampus seems like a good balance for Santa in a society where stuff reigns.
What an interesting and informative discussion! Thanks Mark!