Untold Italy travel podcast

338. Puglia’s Myths and Legends - Spiders, Curses, and the Power of Community

August 21, 2026·38 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Are you fascinated by myths, legends, and mysterious traditions? Join us as we chat to our friend Paolo, a local guide from Puglia, about the region’s captivating stories of feverish dances, protective superstitions, mischievous elves, and the resilient spirit of southern Italy. Discover the quirks and rituals that shape Pugliese culture and get insider tips on where to experience them firsthand!Find the episode show notes at untolditaly.com/338Want to travel the Untold Italy Way? Our Italy experts love answering your tricky questions and designing trips that take you to the Italy you imagined - start planning hereNot sure where to start? Get the Untold Italy podcast guide with 315 epsiodes organized by topic.The premium Untold Italy app has ad-free access to our complete archive of 300+ episodes searchable by place and topicFOLLOW: Instagram • Facebook • YouTube GET OUR NEWS: Subscribe hereTRIP PLANNING SERVICES: Learn more hereJOIN US ON TOUR: Upcoming departuresThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast editing and audio production by Mark Hatter. Production assistance by the other

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