67. The Krampus

Welcome to our first ever holiday season special, and this time we are diving into the mythology, lore, and origins of the European Alpine and Pagan shadow of the Patron Saint of Children. The Krampus has a deep origin that possibly spans back to biblical times and most people aren't talking about it. But of course that's not how we do things here on IRH. Now, sit back grab your loved ones, your hot coco and start up the fire place. Tonight we see if our children have been good behind our backs. An of course, welcome back to Infinite Rabbit Hole! Infinite Rabbit Hole Webpage: https://www.infiniterabbithole.com/ Infinite Rabbit Hole Merch Site: https://www.redbubble.com/people/Infinite-RH-Pod/shop Infinite Rabbit Hole Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2938155016437751/ SOURCES Book: The Krampus: And the Old Dark Christmas Roots and Rebirth and Rebirth of the Folkloric Devil by: Al Ridenour https://www.byerschoice.com/christmas-traditions/krampus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Nicholas_Day https://www.thelocal.de/20191206/15915/ https://boroughsofthedead.com/frau-perchta/ https://www.quickenloans.com/blog/scary-christmas#:~:text=You%20may%20call%20them%20Krampus,a%20stick%20and%20a%20bag. https://seawitchbotanicals.com/blogs/swb/krampus-celebrations-in-the-united-states