What is folklore? Turns out it's just about anything you can think of that's shared by more than two people. Art, literature, stories, dance, music, traditions, even those family heirlooms qualify. Turns out folklore is pretty neat. Learn all about it in this classic episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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This podcast discusses how difficult it is to define what constitutes as folklore, including examples such as oral traditions and homespun wisdom.
Folklore stories often transcend geographical boundaries, and can be found in multiple cultures worldwide. Shared regional characteristics are probably the result of stories making it from one group to another and are based on norms, customs and traditions of the members of the group.
The importance of embracing regional dialects in preserving cultural heritage is discussed, including how this is reflected in literature.
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The concept of cultural taboos can be subjective and specific to families and society. It may involve anything from recipes to stories or mythology that support human sacrifice in past cultures, but it is not always easy to identify or pin down.
The podcast host delves into the different forms of folklore and how they get passed down through generations, from jokes and family recipes to music genres like disco and metal.
The speaker recounts a memory of a wedding in Portland where he unexpectedly had a dance solo to a jazz drum breakdown, despite not being a dancer.
The Podcast discusses beliefs and customs across various cultures ranging from mythology, religion to the golden rule in the context of folklore. Additionally, it delves into the concept of evil eye, hex, and curse in various cultures.
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