Hans Trapp | Something Wicked #5

The Three Ravens Podcast · Dec 28, 2023 · 26m

In this week's Bonus Episode, Martin and Eleanor dig into the legend of the Christmas Scarecrow, Hans Trapp.

Part of the "Something Wicked" series about folkloric true crimes, we set the scene by talking about life in the Holy Roman Empire during the 15th century.

Then it's time to recount the truths and some of the likely fictions surrounding this legendary Christmas bogeyman.

For example, did he really do a deal with the devil for power?

How many people died when he flooded Weissenburg and its abbey?

What about all the baby-eating?

And why might it be wise to wear a big skirt and keep an…