Long before Punxsutawney Phil, civilizations practiced animal divination, watching creatures for signs of weather shifts, fate, and supernatural forces. But what if Groundhog Day isn’t just a quirky tradition—what if it’s a modern echo of an ancient ritual?

In this episode of The Empty Coffin, we unravel the dark origins of Groundhog Day, its deep ties to the Celtic festival of Imbolc, and why humans have always turned to animals as oracles of destiny. Joining us is Séamus the Druid, who shares his firsthand knowledge of ancient divination, mysticism, and forgotten supernatural traditions.

But Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, holds more than just a famous groundhog. Beneath its small-town charm lies a history of eerie energy, ghostly encounters, and strange phenomena. Local psychic medium and metaphysical therapist Alena Gourley reveals chilling tales of haunted spaces, unexplained sightings, and the lingering spiritual presence that still haunts the town.

Is Groundhog Day just folklore… or something far more mysterious?

🔥 Press play and uncover the chilling truth behind the “Rodent Oracle.”

Join me as I guest host Fright Club Live podcast on Feb. 14, 2025

Thank you for supporting The Empty Coffin Podcast!
Please help us make this show the best it can possibly be. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting app, and rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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The Empty Coffin is part of the Evergreen Network
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Alena Gourley is AWESOME click HERE to learn more about her
Séamus the Druid is pretty damn cool too.

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12. The Rodent Oracle: Animal Divination, Imbolc, and Punxsutawney

FEB 1, 202538 MIN
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12. The Rodent Oracle: Animal Divination, Imbolc, and Punxsutawney

FEB 1, 202538 MIN

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Long before Punxsutawney Phil, civilizations practiced animal divination, watching creatures for signs of weather shifts, fate, and supernatural forces. But what if Groundhog Day isn’t just a quirky tradition—what if it’s a modern echo of an ancient ritual?


In this episode of The Empty Coffin, we unravel the dark origins of Groundhog Day, its deep ties to the Celtic festival of Imbolc, and why humans have always turned to animals as oracles of destiny. Joining us is Séamus the Druid, who shares his firsthand knowledge of ancient divination, mysticism, and forgotten supernatural traditions.


But Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, holds more than just a famous groundhog. Beneath its small-town charm lies a history of eerie energy, ghostly encounters, and strange phenomena. Local psychic medium and metaphysical therapist Alena Gourley reveals chilling tales of haunted spaces, unexplained sightings, and the lingering spiritual presence that still haunts the town.


Is Groundhog Day just folklore… or something far more mysterious?


🔥 Press play and uncover the chilling truth behind the “Rodent Oracle.”


Join me as I guest host Fright Club Live podcast on Feb. 14, 2025


Thank you for supporting The Empty Coffin Podcast!

Please help us make this show the best it can possibly be. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting app, and rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Follow Greg on Instagram and TikTok for bonus content.

Together, let's take this show to the next level. Think about joining the elite group of Dr Hannibal Lecter level supporters on Patreon

You can also buy Greg a cup of coffee

The Empty Coffin is part of the Evergreen Network

The amazing music on The Empty Coffin is by Sedcairn Archives


Alena Gourley is AWESOME click HERE to learn more about her

Séamus the Druid is pretty damn cool too.