We’re traveling to the misty hills of Ireland and diving into the commonly misunderstood Celtic lore of banshees, including a couple firsthand experiences. The banshee’s mournful cry and sometimes ominous presence can haunt you, protect you, or warn you.

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Resources:

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Marrs, Delaney. “In Search of the Irish Family Banshee, Her Cry Echoing Across Generations.” Folklife, 30 Oct. 2023, https://folklife.si.edu/magazine/irish-banshee.

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