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Away with the Fairies: The Changeling Murder of Bridget Cleary

Podcast: The Strange and Unusual Podcast
Published: Feb 12, 2026
Duration seconds: 3355
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In 1895 Ireland, Bridget Cleary was killed by those who believed she had been replaced by a fairy changeling. In this episode we explore the eerie folklore of the Aos Sí, the fear that fueled her murder, and how superstition turned deadly in modern Ireland. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.