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Southern Gothic

The Boo Hag of Gullah Culture

Southern Gothic

Southern Gothic Media LLC

History, True Crime, Society & Culture, Documentary

4.7976 Ratings

🗓️ 24 March 2025

⏱️ 32 minutes

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Summary

This episode of Southern Gothic originally aired in April 2023. According to Gullah folklore, the swamps of the Lowcountry are home to a mythical creature who is said to sneak into the homes of its victims while they sleep and then suck the life force from their breath. The creature, known as the Boo Hag, is described as a large, hideous creature with no skin and glowing red eyes. It is said to be able to change its shape, making it difficult to track or identify. The Boo Hag is also said to be very strong and can easily overpower its victims. Join us as we explore this infamous creature, the culture that spawned it, and, of course, the ways you can protect yourself from it! Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free Episodes, Premium Releases, Bonus Content & More  Southern Gothic Premium on Spotify Southern Gothic Premium on Apple Podcasts Into History: History Without Interruption Connect with Southern Gothic Media: Website: SouthernGothicMedia.com Merch Store: https://www.southerngothicmedia.com/merch Pinterest: @SouthernGothicMedia Facebook: @SouthernGothicMedia Instagram: @SouthernGothicMedia X: @SoGoPodcast Advertise on this podcast: press@southerngothicmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:27.8

Chews. Southern Gothic is a podcast that explores the history behind some of the American South's darkest days,

1:46.5

greatest mysteries, and you just might notice an intriguing feature of the architecture there,

2:21.0

the widespread use of a distinctive color known as haint blue.

2:27.2

This sky-blue shade that is traditionally used to paint porch ceilings

2:31.5

is believed to ward off evil spirits, or as folks from around their

2:36.0

call him, haints. Local lore claims that it works for one of two reasons. First, the haints will

2:45.5

simply confuse the color for the sky above, and as a result,, just pass right on through the porch ceiling.

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