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About this episode
Can a mere mortal outwit the Devil? In this episode, we share a classic Georgia folktale about a blacksmith who refuses to surrender his soul without a fight. With a clever plan and the help of a local witch, he prepares a series of traps that leave the Devil wishing he'd never set foot in Georgia. It's a humorous and haunting "trickster" tale perfect for listeners who love seeing the underdog come out on top. Read the full trickster tale here: For another version of this story, but more Halloween-themed, be sure to listen to our story "Why Is A Jack O' Lantern Named Jack?" Why is a Jack-O'-Lantern Named Jack? : The Moonlit Road FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at . Follow us on Facebook and X/Twitter "Deal With The Devil" was written by David Hirt This story was originally recorded as part of a compilation CD for the live Halloween storytelling event A Tour of Southern Ghosts . This event is put on each year by ART Station at Georgia's famous Stone Mountain Park. This event is one of the best storytelling programs in the country – check it out if you're in the area! Storyteller: David Hirt Sound Design: Henry Howard The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC. ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers. #DealWithTheDevil #GeorgiaFolklore #TricksterTales #SouthernGhostStories #StoneMountainHistory #AppalachianHumor #DevilStories #TheMoonlitRoad #Folktales #SouthernGothic #StoneMountainPark