222: The Gävle Goat’s Fiery Legacy | Sweden

Evidence Locker True Crime

This week we uncover the peculiar and fiery tale of the Gävle Goat, a Swedish Christmas tradition turned international spectacle. For decades, this towering straw goat has captivated the world as it falls victim to daring arsonists year after year. Join us as we explore the history of the Yule Goat, the bizarre rivalry between festive pride and rebellion, and the unwavering resilience of the town of Gävle.
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Resources
Documentary
Killing Gävle
Christmas Commences – A Gävle Goat Documentary
The Complete History of the Gälve Goat
Web
Wikipedia
Visit Gävle

Created & Produced by Sonya Lowe
Narrated by Noel Vinson
Theme Music: “Nordic Medieval” by Marcus Bressler
Additional music track: Mikhail Smusev from Pixabay
Background track: Doblado Studios: https://www.youtube.com/c/DobladoStudios

This True Crime Podcast was researched using open-source or archive materials.