Toke 04 - Pontianak
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In this episode of Toke Lore, Sarah and Kiki delve into one of the biggest icons in Hantu horror... the Pontianak. This infamous revenant has haunted Southeast Asia for centuries; was an instrumental factor in the founding of a major port city and continues to haunt it today; and influences the horror film genre all over the world. Sarah and Kiki will explore this history and peel back the controversial layers of this fearsome creature.
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This episode contains discussions of violence and substance use. Listener discretion is advised. Marijuana is not legal in all states. Please check your state’s laws before engaging in recreational use. Please do not smoke and drive. Smoke responsibly. Marijuana should be done with consent. Please respect others’ decisions not to engage in recreational marijuana use.
Mature audiences advised.
Resources for Episode:
- HBO Asia's Folklore, "Nobody"
- Mytho Ladies podcast, "The Pontianak (Southeast Asian Folklore)"
- GHOST MAPS podcast, "True Southeast Asian Horror Stories #1", "The Pontianaks of Bukit Brown Cemetery - GHOST MAPS - True Southeast Asian Horror Stories #5"
- The Eerie East podcast, "Tales of the Pontianak"
- PBS's Monstrum podcast, " Pontianak: The Vengeful, Violent Vampiric Ghost of Southeast Asia"
Producers: Sarah Etherton and Kiki Rau
Research & Scripting: Kiki Rau
Editing: Sarah Etherton
Logo Art: Ali McQueen - instagram.com/taller_mcqueen
Season Album Art: Heather Lisonbee - instagram.com/featherbee_art
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