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The Witches of Letters: A Supernatural Rewatch Podcast

The Witches of Letters: A Supernatural Rewatch Podcast

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The Witches Of Letters is a Supernatural rewatch podcast hosted by friends Joy and Laura.

Joy is a returning fan and has seen every episode. Laura is a total Supernatural newbie so will be watching for the first time.

Join us for spoiler free hot takes, Easter eggs about the show lore, and fun games as we breakdown every single episode.

Always keep fighting!


Find us on Instagram @thewitchesofletterspodcast

Email us at thewitchesofletters@gmail.com

Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay
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Merry Christmas, and happy holidays Hunters! We have another bonus episode for you today!If you need a little breather from family today, we’ve got you. Join us as we read you some spooky ghost stories, just like the Victorian’s used to do at Christmas. Don’t forget that protective salt circle, or at least light a candle!We’ve got stories about a near death experience on Christmas Eve, the Brown Lady of Raynham Hall, a magical Christmas cat, the ghost of Castle Rising, Christmas messages from beyond the grave, a potential Santa encounter, and the miracle of a neighbourhood menorah. Let us know your thoughts or stories in the comments below.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:Laura’shttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brown_Lady_of_Raynham_HallRobins, D. (2025) Do you believe in ghosts? Penguin Random House UKhttps://www.reddit.com/r/Ghosts/comments/18e0kgg/the_brown_lady_of_raynham_hall_a_very_famous/ https://www.norfolkfolkloresociety.co.uk/post/the-brown-lady-ghost-of-raynham-hallhttps://www.edp24.co.uk/news/20792688.weird-norfolk-ghosts-castle-rising/https://great-castles.com/risingghost.html Joy’shttps://www.reddit.com/r/Christians/s/ak9hC8Brqlhttps://momsforamerica.us/blog/american-christmas-miracles-5-true-stories-to-inspire-your-holidays/ https://www.reddit.com/r/ParanormalEncounters/s/yjZJgNjzOghttps://www.reddit.com/r/ParanormalEncounters/s/c133SXLFmyFree resources for mental health over the holidays : https://www.crisistextline.org/blog/2023/12/11/coping-with-grief-five-tips-for-navigating-the-holiday-season/ International & General Resources• Find a Helpline: findahelpline.com  offers a directory for crisis and support lines worldwide.• HelpGuide.org : Provides articles and international helplines for various : (ADHD, LGBTQ+, Eating Disorders, Anxiety , PTSD etc.).• WHO Mental Well-being: WHO (World Health Organization) offers global mental health resources. UK-Specific (Free & Confidential)• Samaritans: Call 116 123 (free) or email jo@samaritans.org  for anyone in distress or suicidal.• Shout: Text-based 24/7 crisis support in the UK.• Hub of Hope: Search for local mental health charities in your area.• NHS 111: Call 111 or use 111.nhs.uk  for urgent, non-emergency mental health help in England. US-Specific (Free & Confidential)• emergency services Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text emergency services for immediate support.• NAMI HelpLine: Offers support and education for mental health conditions. Tips for Finding Local Help• Search for your country's national mental health charity.• Use search terms like: "[Your Country] mental health helpline," "[Your Country] crisis support," or "[Your Country] free counseling.”Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, Supernatural character analysis, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, fun facts, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, comedy, women podcasters.
This week we are wrapping up Season 4 by talking about our highlights of the season, our hot takes and thoughts on the character arcs for season 4, behind the scenes fun facts about the final episode of the season, fandom facts, and as usual we finish by playing end of season games.Joy has also brought back prank wars and reads some haunted doll stories to Laura.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:Joy’s show notesEmail us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, Supernatural character analysis, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, fun facts, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, comedy, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy, Laura and their guest Wally from The Wally Verse break down season 4 episode 22 “Lucifer Rising”. Sam and Dean are still at odds over Sam’s increasing reliance on Ruby and his demon-blood powers. Sam, convinced he must stop Lilith to prevent the apocalypse, continues working with Ruby to find and kill her. Meanwhile Dean has to deal with the angels who are trying to keep him away from Sam, because it is revealed that they in fact want Lillith to die as that is the final seal, and they want the apocalypse to happen. Dean works out what is going on and with Cas’ help gets to Sam to try and stop him, but it’s too late and the final seal gets broken freeing Lucifer.We discuss Ruby’s character arc, how nerdy Sam and Dean really are, how the angelic teleporting works, and our thoughts about Destiel.We also discuss the set design of the angel green room; how deep Azazel’s plot must have gone right from the start, due to what we see in the flashbacks in this episode; and who we think was behind the altered voicemail!Joy’s Easter eggs are about a haunted college in the same place as this episode is set (St. Mary's College "Hell House" in Maryland) and other links to it too.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222609/?ref_=ttep_ep_22 https://supernaturalwiki.com/4.22_Lucifer_Rising_(transcript) https://www.historicmysteries.com/history/hell-house-college/34180/ https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/st-mary-s-college https://supernatural.fandom.com/wiki/Lucifer_Rising https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=PersqueeterThe Shining opening credits: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9spGH0YMkj8  Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.You can find Wally on socials. He's @thewallyverse everywhere.Instagram: The Wally VerseTheme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, Supernatural character analysis, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, fun facts, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, comedy, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy and Laura break down season 4 episode 21 “When The Levee Breaks”. In the penultimate episode of season 4 Sam escapes Bobby’s panic room, where he had been imprisoned by Dean and Bobby so he can detox from drinking demon blood, and meets up with Ruby to get his fix. She reassures him that he needs it to stop Lillith. Dean tracks them down and the brothers fight. This episode sets the stage for the season finale and marks one of the most intense breaking points in Sam and Dean’s relationship.We discuss whose side we are on in the Sam vs Dean fight; Sam’s character arc this season and how he got to this point; and Joy shares her thoughts about the lighting for the opening scene.We also discuss Sam’s hallucinations and what they mean; how Sam and Dean turn into John when they are in stressful situations; and whether the drinking blood scene is hot or not. Joy’s Easter eggs are about a haunted hospital, and the gates of hell, in the location for this episode Jamestown, North Dakota.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222608/?ref_=ttep_ep_21 https://supernaturalwiki.com/4.21_When_the_Levee_Breaks_(transcript) Joy’s show notes Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy and Laura break down season 4 episode 20 “The Rapture”. Sam and Dean find Castiel unconscious in some rubble after what looks like a huge fight between the angels. When he wakes up Cas is gone and his human vessel Jimmy Novak is back in his body.  Sam’s addiction to demon blood also continues to spiral out of control.We discuss whether Sam acting like a vampire is hot or not, and the parallels with Sam’s blood drinking and addiction; Laura has some questions about how the demon blood actually works, and about Ruby’s motivations; and we also discuss our thoughts about Jimmy and Amelia as characters.Joy’s Easter eggs are stories where angels have saved people.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222607/?ref_=ttep_ep_20 https://supernaturalwiki.com/4.20_The_Rapture_(transcript) Joy’s show notes Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy and Laura break down season 4 episode 19 “Jump The Shark”. Sam and Dean receive a call from a young man named Adam Milligan, who claims to be John Winchester's son and go to meet him. They help Adam investigate the disappearance of his mother, but things take a dark turn when it’s revealed that Adam and his mother have already been killed, and ghouls have taken on their forms. We play Kiss, Marry, Kill at the start. Then we discuss whether John is a better or worse dad for protecting Adam from the hunter life, Sam and Dean’s differing reactions to finding out about another sibling, and Laura feels sick from the enclosed spaces Dean has to be in during this episode.We also discuss how disturbing it is when Dean finds Adam and Kate’s bodies, and how Dean pointing out Sam is like their father is the ultimate insult.Joy’s Easter eggs are about Ghouls within Islam and other folklore, including an account from a Medieval monk in England.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222605/?ref_=ttep_ep_19 https://supernaturalwiki.com/4.19_Jump_the_Shark_(transcript) Joy’s show notesEmail us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy and Laura break down season 4 episode 18 “The Monster at the End of This Book”. Sam and Dean discover a series of books titled Supernatural, which turn out to be detailed accounts of their real lives as hunters, and track down the author. We discuss how meta this episode is, how rebellious Cas is actually kinda hot, and Laura has a rant about Sam being a hypocrite.We also discuss our love for the laundromat scene (it’s so funny!), our initial thoughts about Chuck, and whether Zachariah is as bad as Uriel.Joy’s Easter eggs are about real prophecies that came true, including writers who have predicted things.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222604/?ref_=ttep_ep_18 https://supernaturalwiki.com/4.18_The_Monster_at_the_End_of_This_Book_(transcript) Joy’s show notesEmail us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy and Laura break down season 4 episode 17 “It’s A Terrible Life”.  Dean wakes up as Dean Smith, a corporate executive at Sandover Bridge & Iron Company, while Sam is Sam Wesson, a tech support worker at the same firm. Neither of them remembers their real lives as hunters. They have to team up to fight a ghost who is haunting the building and killing their colleagues.We discuss how Dean is channeling Patrick Bateman and Sam is channeling Scooby Doo this episode; how we feel about the Ghostfacers this time; all of the gruesome deaths that happen; and how this episode is a much needed breather in what has been a dark season overall so far.We also discuss our fear of lifts/elevators and what would be the better option if we found ourselves in a faulty lift that was about to drop; the ghost’s electric fingers; and how Zachariah actually has a good point at the end of the episode.Joy’s Easter eggs are about the links between the number 1444 and real deaths; the “Hound of the Baskervilles effect”; and an instance where a ghost reportedly killed someone.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222603/?ref_=ttep_ep_17 https://supernaturalwiki.com/4.17_It%27s_a_Terrible_Life_(transcript)https://shura.shu.ac.uk/6377/3/clarke_-_scared_to_death_-draft_version.pdfEmail us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy and Laura break down Supernatural season 4 episode 16 “On The Head of a Pin”. Dean is recruited by Castiel and Uriel to use the torture skills he learned in Hell to interrogate Alastair, a powerful demon they captured last episode, when other angels turn up murdered. We discuss how we feel seeing Anna again, how both Sam and Dean are bad boys in this episode, how well Jared plays the darker side of Sam, and Sam’s descent into darkness as a whole.We also discuss the comparisons between the dead angel at the start and Mary Winchester, the Destiel ship, Uriel’s character arc, and why do angels always meet at kids playgrounds?Joy’s Easter eggs are about the origins of the Star of David/ six-sided star, and the links to magical practices; and how well the Biblical lore matches up to what is said in this episode.  Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222602/?ref_=ttep_ep_16 https://www.britannica.com/topic/Star-of-David https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seal_of_Solomonhttps://twojourneys.org/sermons/series/revelation/war-in-heaven-and-on-earth-the-dragon-and-the-woman-revelation-sermon-20-of-49/#:~:text=In%20Revelation%205%2C%20Christ%20is%20revealed%20as,Revelation%206%2C%20Christ%20breaks%20open%20those%20seals.Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, women podcasters.
Welcome to part 5 of our Halloween 2025 special bonus episodes where every Friday in October we are bringing you local lore that has been sent in by our listeners, and also some of our own. This is our final part. Happy Halloween!!In this episode we are joined by a special guest and we cover:DragursKarly's personal hauntingAnne Boleyn’s ghostMothmanStay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:Joy’shttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nordic_and_Scandinavian_Americans#:~:text=The%20vast%20majority%20of%20Americans%20of%20Nordic,the%20region's%20existing%20infrastructure%20could%20not%20support.https://usghostadventures.com/haunted-stories/25-days-of-christmas/the-saga-of-glamr-the-icelandic-draugr/#:~:text=The%20History%20of%20the%20Draugr,depicted%20in%20the%20Grettis%20Saga. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Draugr#:~:text=Draugrs%20usually%20possess%20superhuman%20strength,that%20often%20issued%20foul%20stench.Laura’s https://allthatsinteresting.com/mothman https://mythus.fandom.com/wiki/Mothman#cite_note-10https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mothmanhttps://cryptozoologycryptids.fandom.com/wiki/MothmanCLARKE, David (2022). The Mothman of West Virginia: A case study in Legendary Storytelling. In: PUGLIA, David J., (ed.) North American Monsters. A Contemporary Legend Casebook. Contemporary Legend Casebook Series . Louisville, Colorado, Utah State University Press, 266-281. [Book Section]  https://shura.shu.ac.uk/24606/3/Clarke_Mothman_Of_West%28AM%29.pdf https://themothman.fandom.com/wiki/Men_In_Black#John_Keel_vs_MIB: https://usghostadventures.com/haunted-stories/31-days-of-halloween/the-true-story-behind-the-mothman-of-west-virginia/https://allthatsinteresting.com/silver-bridge-collapse https://themothman.fandom.com/wiki/Mary_Hyre https://dailyyonder.com/woodrow-derenberger-and-the-legend-of-indrid-cold/2021/12/03/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indrid_Cold Astonishing Legends episode 50: Mothman part 1 https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/2/7/ep-050-mothman-part-1 Astonishing Legends episode 51: Mothman part 2https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/2/7/ep-051-mothman-part-2 Karly’shttps://www.hauntedrooms.co.uk/anne-boleyn-ghost-sightings-pictures#:~:text=Anne%20Boleyn's%20ghost%20is%20one,his%20divorce%20to%20marry%20Anne Check out Karly’s website https://spellboundhealing.com/ or find her on Instagram, Medium and Substack. Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy and Laura break down Supernatural season 4 episode 15 “Death Takes a Holiday”. Sam and Dean investigate a small town where people have stopped dying, even after fatal accidents occur, and discover that the reaper assigned to the town has vanished. The brothers use astral projection to leave their bodies and operate as spirits to find out what’s going on.We discuss how bad Sam and Dean are at saving the seals from being opened, how whiny Dean is being, and our thoughts about the new iteration of Alistair.We also discuss how rude it is that Dean doesn’t remember Tessa, and their whole dynamic; how Sam is a big sexy liar; how maybe they should have locked the motel room door before they went into a trance, and maybe they should have had a lookout who can actually see!Joy’s Easter eggs are about Joe the plumber, and real Grim Reaper encounters.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222601/?ref_=ttep_ep_15 Joy’s show notesMessage for other podcasters to use to support Lynn and SPNverse:For Lynn Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, women podcasters.
Welcome to part 4 of our Halloween 2025 special bonus episodes where every Friday in October we are bringing you local lore that has been sent in by our listeners, and also some of our own.In this episode Joy and Laura cover:KnuckersThe Legend of the Broadwater Midsummer TreeZombie Road, MissouriThe Flying DutchmanChing Shih the pirate queenChurch yard rituals in Norfolk, UKStay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:Joy’shttps://www.strangehistory.net/2011/07/08/the-midsummer-oak-and-its-skeletons/https://www.historyhit.com/facts-about-ching-shih-chinas-pirate-queen/https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/ching-shih-chinese-female-pirate https://sevenswords.uk/ching-shih/https://www.military.com/history/chinese-woman-led-largest-and-most-successful-pirate-fleet-history.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zheng_Yi_Saohttps://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flying_Dutchman# Joy’s show notesLaura’shttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knucker#:~:text=Knucker%20is%20a%20dialect%20word,used%20in%20the%20poem%20Beowulf. https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/heritage-and-retro/retro/sussex-folklore-explored-wingless-water-dragons-and-the-knucker-holes-of-lyminster-binsted-and-sompting-4466106 https://dragons.fandom.com/wiki/Knucker_(Mythology) https://www.facebook.com/CelticBardJeff/posts/lyminster-knuckerlyminster-sussex-was-once-home-to-a-knucker-based-on-the-old-en/2732786113475704/  https://www.binsted.org/folklore#:~:text=There%2C%20this%20manifestation%20of%20the,together%20with%20cart%20and%20horse. https://youtu.be/weCtmJLreVI?si=oPEa5KteLPkdhmmF&t=940https://stlghosts.com/the-hauntings-of-zombie-road/#:~:text=Located%20a%20half%2Dhour%20drive,infamous%20reputation%20for%20being%20haunted. https://www.roadrunner.travel/tours/classic-roads-zombie-road/ https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/trip-ideas/missouri/zombie-road-mo https://www.reddit.com/r/StLouis/comments/74i78v/zombie_road_info_needed/https://www.reddit.com/r/StLouis/comments/xwd7fc/zombie_road/https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/20719471.weird-norfolk-13-fantastic-folklore-tales-norfolk-black-shuck-bloody-mary/  Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy and Laura break down season 4 episode 14 of Supernatural “Sex and Violence”. Sam and Dean investigate a series of murders where seemingly happily married men suddenly slaughter their wives. They discover a siren is luring men and compelling them to kill their loved ones. We discuss how the topic of domestic violence is handled in this episode, the LIES Sam is telling Dean, and the origin of “FBI” Nick’s name and how it might hint at his true identity.We also discuss the red herrings in the episode, and it took Laura far too long to work out who the siren really was.Joy’s Easter egg is about sirens and the lore surrounding them.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222600/?ref_=ttep_ep_14 Joy’s show notes Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, women podcasters.
Welcome to part 3 of our Halloween 2025 special bonus episodes where every Friday in October we are bringing you local lore that has been sent in by our listeners, and also some of our own.In this episode Joy and Laura cover:Ghost ShipsThe Grey Lady of Ormesby HallThe Cursed Ship of the River TeesAnkouThe Ghosts of Roseberry Topping and the mines.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:Joy’shttps://lostteesside.com/teessides-ghost-stories-haunted-places-and-local-legends/https://www.bbc.co.uk/wear/content/articles/2005/06/29/coast05walks_stage8_walk.shtmlhttps://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/18833763.10-south-durham-ghosts-keep-eye-halloween/https://www.thisisdurham.com/blog/read/2021/10/five-frightful-durham-ghost-stories-b356https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roseberry_ToppingLink for AI overview for the miner stories glitched when trying to save the link.Laura’shttps://www.kindredspiritinvestigations.co.uk/item/210226-Ormesby-Hall https://www.facebook.com/NTOrmesbyHall/posts/we-are-often-asked-is-ormesby-hall-hauntedwell-we-believe-it-isby-a-young-laundr/3160774314050571/ https://lostteesside.com/teessides-ghost-stories-haunted-places-and-local-legends/ https://teesvalleymuseums.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Talking-Tees-Valley-pack-Ghost-Stories.pdfhttps://www.lawrentian.com/archives/103502 https://www.transceltic.com/breton/ankouhttps://staring-at-the-sea.com/2020/10/09/the-ankou-the-most-terrifying-figure-in-celtic-folklore/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Personifications_of_death#:~:text=Celtic,-Bunworth%20Banshee%2C%20%22Fairy&text=In%20Breton%20folklore%2C%20a%20spectral,skeleton%20with%20a%20revolving%20head. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ankou  Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy and Laura break down season 4 episode 13 of Supernatural “After School Special”. Sam and Dean investigate what they think is a case of demon possession at their old high school, but it turns out to be a haunting.We discuss our feelings about the motives of “Dirk the Jerk” in this episode, and we don’t agree with the writing that tries to make Sam out to be his bully. Laura also gives her thoughts about Dean’s gym teacher shorts, and why they annoy her.We also discuss the casting of young Sam and young Dean, how the actress who played Taylor felt about being drowned in a toilet, and how this episode is actually pretty depressing!Joy’s Easter eggs are about the most haunted schools in America.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222599/?ref_=ttep_ep_13 Joy's show notes Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, women podcasters.
Welcome to part 2 of our Halloween 2025 special bonus episodes where every Friday in October we are bringing you local lore that has been sent in by our listeners, and also some of our own.In this episode Joy and Laura cover:Haunted dollsThe Lantern ManKiller Clowns of FloridaThe Paulding LightStay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:Joy’shttps://mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2016/11/1/halloween_mob_attack_stabbing#:~:text=Two%20men%20were%20beaten%20and%20stabbed%20in,gear%20and%20masks%2C%20Orange%20County%20deputies%20said https://eu.jacksonville.com/story/news/crime/2016/10/01/clown-sightings-rattle-northeast-florida-residents/15726248007/#:~:text=Clown%20sightings%20rattle%20Northeast%20Florida,the%20clown%20before%20he%20fled. Laura’shttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lantern_man#:~:text=A%20lantern%20man%20is%20an,death%20in%20the%20reed%20beds.https://www.icysedgwick.com/norfolk-broads/#:~:text=The%20folklore%20explanation%20sees%20these,away%20from%20dangerous%20natural%20spaceshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7Ti9HbyzG0&t=140shttps://www.cambridge-news.co.uk/news/local-news/lantern-man-wicken-fen-folklore-18517642 https://www.greatbritishlife.co.uk/magazines/norfolk/22567546.spookiest-myths-legends-norfolk/#:~:text=The%20Lantern%20Men,your%20home%20in%20the%20nighthttps://www.broads-authority.gov.uk/learning/for-students/history https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Broads#:~:text=The%20initial%20capital%20of%20%C2%A3,to%20around%201%2C700%20by%202004. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paulding_Lighthttps://www.bbc.co.uk/travel/article/20231025-the-paulding-light-a-us-mystery-you-can-see-but-not-touchhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5zRlnFYq4Dw https://www.reddit.com/r/upperpeninsula/comments/14t1wm4/paulding_light_experience/?share_id=GpVdArcF6WVl9nzE_IJln&utm_content=2&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_source=share&utm_term=1  Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy and Laura break down season 4 episode 12 of Supernatural “Criss Angel is a Douche Bag”. Sam and Dean investigate a series of bizarre deaths linked to magicians who have gathered in a small town for a magic convention.We discuss the episode title, how we both love magic, the sneaky sneaky murder rope, and some of the dark themes that feature in this episode.We also discuss how Laura’s views about Ruby may be changing, how Dean should have been in show business, and compare what the tarot cards in this episode actually mean versus how they are used in the spells.Joy’s Easter eggs are about real magicians who died for their art, and lesser known female magicians including Adelaide Herrmann, Dorothy Dietrich and Kristen Johnson (AKA Lady Houdini).Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222598/?ref_=ttep_ep_12 Joy's show notes Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, women podcasters.
Welcome to part 1 of our Halloween 2025 special bonus episodes where every Friday in October we are bringing you local lore that has been sent in by our listeners, and also some of our own.In this episode Joy and Laura cover:Florida Skunk Ape / Swamp apeAugustine Steward HouseCuban Club ghosts of TampaBugul-NozHaunted OrlandoBunyipStay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:Joy’shttps://fdc.com/blog/florida-skunk-ape-cryptids/#:~:text=The%20first%20reports%20of%20what,areas%20and%20avoiding%20human%20interaction. https://thedeadhistory.com/2025/01/02/the-cuban-club/https://www.roseninn7600.com/blog/haunted-or-hoax-seven-spooky-places-in-orlandoLaura’shttps://www.curiousarchive.com/augustine-steward-norwich/ https://www.gpsmycity.com/attractions/augustine-steward-house-42023.htmlhttps://www.edp24.co.uk/lifestyle/20784410.weird-norfolk-little-girl-crooked-house-norwich-ate-parents/ https://www.france.fr/en/article/werewolves-tales-legends-netflix/ https://the-demonic-paradise.fandom.com/wiki/Bugul_Nozhttps://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Bugul_Nozhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeUGl1rOXx0https://www.britannica.com/topic/bunyiphttps://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Bunyip  https://www.murraybridge.sa.gov.au/tourism/things-to-see-and-do/family-activities-and-attractions/bunyip  Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy and Laura break down season 4 episode 11 of Supernatural “Family Remains”. Sam and Dean investigate a supposedly haunted farmhouse, but it turns out that feral children, who were raised in secret and hidden within the house’s walls, are to blame. We discuss the predictability of this episode, the references to “The Shining”, and call a flag on the use of night vision near the end.We also discuss the horror and gore in this episode and how it could have actually been a slasher movie, and Joy says “shaft” too many times.Joy’s Easter egg is about “The Licked Hand” urban legend. Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222597/?ref_=ttep_ep_11 Joy's show notes Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, women podcasters.
In this episode Joy and Laura break down season 4 episode 10 of Supernatural “Heaven and Hell”. Dean, Sam, and Ruby try to protect Anna, a woman who can hear angels’ voices, from the angels who want to kill her, and a powerful demon, Alistair, who wants to t*rture her for information. This results in a showdown between the two sides.We discuss how the dynamic between Dean and Ruby has changed as he’s very protective and trusting of her in this episode; the relationship between Dean and Anna; why Uriel is such a creepy creeper; and we ponder if the Destiel vibes started this early in the series. We also discuss the comparison between Anna’s grace being pure creation where it fell to Earth, and the contrast between this and the destruction caused by Dean being pulled out of Hell.Joy’s Easter eggs are about real documented and investigated miracles, including people being cured of illnesses after praying to certain Saints.Stay safe out there, have each other’s backs, and always keep fighting!Sources used:https://epguides.com/Supernatural/  (for dates of episodes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1222596/?ref_=ttep_ep_10 https://www.thornandclaw.com/blogs/news/oak-and-acorn-symbolism?srsltid=AfmBOorD8vFNNR4LsO5SPiSJmXcZLuGEwdr6SrVn4oR0jR5_BQqmddSJ Joy's show notes Email us: thewitchesofletters@gmail.comSubscribe and follow us on socials:Find us on Instagram Find us on ThreadsSupport the show by leaving a review and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, and sharing the episode with a friend.Theme music is Hard Rock (Fireman) by AlexGrohl from Pixabay Supernatural podcast, Supernatural TV show rewatch, Supernatural episode recap, Supernatural rewatch podcast, Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural analysis podcast, Sam and Dean Winchester, Castiel, hunters and monsters, Supernatural demons, Supernatural angels, lore, favourite Supernatural moments, SPNFamily, behind the scenes Supernatural, monster of the week podcast, paranormal, urban legends, horror, fantasy, Supernatural season 4 recap, women podcasters.
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