The REAL Skinwalkers | Navajo Mythology Explained | Folklore | Native American Mythology Stories

Today we'll be starting a new arc, on Native American mythology, folklore and history. I'm trying something new, so I might bounce from culture to culture, rather than stick with just one at a time. In this video we're going to talk about the REAL Skinwalkers, from Navajo Folklore and culture. Not the typical videos and images that you see online claiming to be one. We'll talk about the Origins, their characteristics and roles, their connection to Other people and the world, and their influence on Navajo culture, and much more! Grab some popcorn and enjoy. 🍿 This is the story of the Skinwalkers, legendary creatures from Navajo Folklore that should never be talked about. Navajo Mythology Explained. Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:10 Skinwalkers 01:02 Origin of the Skinwalkers 06:51 Characteristics - Appearance, Powers, Weaknesses, 13:05 Cultural Significance and Taboos 16:10 Popular Media 19:28 Stories and Anecdotes 22:05 Conclusion 23:11 Outro