Witch Hunt

By: Josh Hutchinson and Sarah Jack
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  • Witch Hunt is the podcast of witch-hunts, witch trials, and harmful practices related to accusations of witchcraft. From the Malleus Maleficarum and the Salem Witch Trials to the ramifications of modern-day witch-hunts, Witch Hunt covers it all. Tune in today to find out why Witch Hunt is an essential podcast for students, researchers, academics, descendants of witch trial victims, advocates, and everyone else interested in this intriguing subject. (Formerly Thou Shalt Not Suffer: The Witch Trial Podcast) #history #truecrime #witchcraft #SalemWitchTrials #witchhunt Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/witchhunt/support
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  • Secrets of the Basque Witch Hunt with Jan Machielsen

    Secrets of the Basque Witch Hunt with Jan Machielsen
    Oct 16 2024

    Explore one of Europe's most notorious witch hunts - the Basque Witch Trials in France and Spain - with historian Jan Machielsen, author of the new release "The Basque Witch Hunt: A Secret History." We uncover the complex factors behind the trials, including the role of sex-obsessed judge Pierre de Lancre. Machielsen shares the unique Basque Sabbath descriptions and the controversial use of child witnesses, revealing how approximately 100 victims fell prey to these trials. Learn how witch hunt fears persisted and transformed within communities, and draw striking parallels between historical witch hunts and modern witch persecutions. Join us for an eye-opening exploration of the Basque country's rich history.

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    Buy: The Basque Witch Hunt: A Secret History by Jan Machielsen

    Buy: The Science of Demons: Early Modern Authors Facing Witchcraft and the Devil, Edited by Jan Machielsen

    Buy:The War on Witchcraft: Andrew Dickson White, George Lincoln Burr, and the Origins of Witchcraft Historiography by Jan Machielsen

    The International Network Against Accusations of Witchcraft and Associated Harmful Practices

    Call on the World Health Organization to re-add sunscreen to the list of essential medicines

    Zoom Event World Day Against Witch Hunts 10th August, 2024

    International Alliance to End Witch Hunts

    IK Ero On Next Steps For Ending Witch Hunts TINAAWAHP

    Sanguma: Everybody’s Business

    Justice for Witches, Pardon Campaign

    End Witch Hunts

    Connecticut Witch Trial Exoneration Project

    Massachusetts Witch-Hunt Justice Project

    Maryland Witches Exoneration Project
    Witch Hunt Website

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    46 mins
  • Witch Hunt Victim Stories: Martha Cory

    Witch Hunt Victim Stories: Martha Cory
    Oct 14 2024

    In this episode, we explore the life and tragic fate of Martha Cory, one of the victims of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials.


    Learn about:

    - Martha's background and the mysteries surrounding her early life

    - The events that led to her accusation of witchcraft

    - Her experiences during the trials

    - The surprising role her husband played in her story

    - Martha's ultimate fate and legacy


    Join us as we uncover the story of this "gospel woman" caught in the hysteria of one of America's most infamous historical events. Discover how Martha Cory's tale sheds light on the complexities of life, faith, and justice in colonial New England.

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    5 mins
  • Witch Hunt Podcast Goes to England to Speak about Ending Witch Hunts

    Witch Hunt Podcast Goes to England to Speak about Ending Witch Hunts
    Oct 9 2024
    Join Sarah and Josh as they talk about their recent experiences at two dynamic UK conferences focused on witchcraft and human rights. In this fun and reflective episode, our hosts share the insights gained from the York CREMS Magic and Witchcraft Conference 2024 and the Lancaster "Witchcraft and Human Rights: Past, Present, Future" conference, which centered on the implementation of United Nations Resolution 47/8. Learn about the presentations Sarah and Josh delivered for their nonprofit, End Witch Hunts, including talks on the Connecticut Witch Trial Exoneration Project, the End Spiritual and Ritual Abuse (SARA) data collection project, and the World Without Witch Hunts Project. Our hosts share about the fascinating research and presentations of the other experts in the field, which offered experienced perspectives on both historical and contemporary issues surrounding witchcraft accusations. Get up to speed on the current status of implementing Resolution 47/8, which addresses human rights violations related to witchcraft accusations and ritual attacks. This episode showcases how these conferences bring together a diverse group of historians, human rights advocates, legal experts, and social scientists in a collaborative effort to combat ongoing witchcraft-related human rights abuses. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a human rights advocate, or simply curious about this often-overlooked global issue, this first hand report promises to broaden your understanding of the intersection between history, human rights, and modern efforts to end witch hunts worldwide. Buy America Bewitched Book by Owen Davies Wolfgang Behringer, Witches and Witch Hunts: A Global History United Nations Human Rights Council Resolution 47/8. Elimination of harmful practices related to accusations of witchcraft and ritual attacks Papua New Guinea Sorcery and Witchcraft Accusation-Related Violence National Action Plan Pan African Parliament Guidelines for Addressing Accusations of Witchcraft and Ritual Attacks Report of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights: Study on the situation of the violations and abuses of human rights rooted in harmful practices related to accusations of witchcraft and ritual attacks, as well as stigmatization Donate to Our UK Conference Trip to speak and learn about ending witch hunts End Witch Hunts Advocacy for Alleged Witches, Nigeria The International Network Against Accusations of Witchcraft and Associated Harmful Practices Zoom Event World Day Against Witch Hunts 10th August, 2024. International Alliance to End Witch Hunts IK Ero On Next Steps For Ending Witch Hunts TINAAWAHP Sanguma: Everybody’s Business Justice for Witches, Pardon Campaign End Witch Hunts Connecticut Witch Trial Exoneration Project Massachusetts Witch-Hunt Justice Project Maryland Witches Exoneration Project Witch Hunt Website --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/witchhunt/support
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    1 hr and 11 mins

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