After a month of mushroom folklore, horror, and general gushing, we are revisiting with fresh eyes the scariest story we’ve ever told on the podcast: The Shuddering of Creekside Mushrooms. 

Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of racism, viruses, death, body horror, homophobia, and guns. 

Housekeeping

- Recommendation: This week, Julia recommends A Marvellous Light by Freya Marske.

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Cast & Crew

- Co-Hosts: Julia Schifini and Amanda McLoughlin

- Editor: Bren Frederick

- Music: Brandon Grugle, based on "Danger Storm" by Kevin MacLeod

- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman

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About Us

Spirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.