The Eclectic
Step into the shadows with The Eclectic, a podcast where folklore, true crime, the paranormal, and bloody history converge. From ghostly legends and UFO encounters to the darkest deeds of history’s most infamous figures, each episode pulls back the curtain on the mysteries that haunt us. With a tone that’s chilling yet captivating, The Eclectic is for those who crave stories that linger long after the episode ends.
The Eclectic
Krampus: The Devil Who Walks At Christmas
Krampus: The Devil Who Walks At Christmas
Long before Christmas became a season of warmth, lights, and goodwill, something darker stalked the winter nights.
In this episode of The Eclectic, we delve into the chilling folklore of Krampus — the horned figure said to punish the wicked while Saint Nicholas rewarded the good. Rooted in Alpine tradition and pagan mythology, Krampus embodies fear, morality, and the uneasy balance between reward and punishment.
We explore Krampus’s origins, his evolution through European folklore, the rise of Krampusnacht, and how this terrifying figure survived religious suppression to become a modern cultural icon. From ancient winter rituals to masked processions and devilish imagery, this episode asks why societies have always needed monsters — especially at Christmas.
Because sometimes, the most unsettling traditions are the ones meant to keep us in line.
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The Origin of Krampus, Europe's Evil Twist on Santa | Smithsonian
Meet Krampus, the Christmas Devil Who Punishes Naughty Children | HISTORY