A Guide to Mexican Folklore
Summary
This episode explores the deep roots of Mexican folklore, tracing shared Mesoamerican concepts like cyclical creation and maize ontology through figures such as Quetzalcoatl and Tlaloc. It details enduring supernatural entities including La Llorona, nahuales, and the chanques, while examining the syncretic blend of indigenous and Catholic traditions in Día de los Muertos. The discussion also covers living practices like curandismo and the veneration of the Virgin of Guadalupe, Jesus Malverde, and Santa Muerte, highlighting how these beliefs persist and evolve within modern Mexican culture a…
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