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After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal

The King's Witch Trial: North Berwick Witches

Oct 31, 2024
33:49

Maddy and Anthony have a new TV documentary out all about King James VI of Scotland's witch hunts, available on History Hit TV.


When James VI of Scotland's new wife, Anne of Denmark, is almost lost in a storm at sea he thinks he knows who is to blame. Witches. The King personally leads the investigation that follows, coming face-to-face with at least one of the accused, Agnes Sampson. What on earth is going on here?


Anthony and Maddy are joined by Dr Louise Yeoman, historian of witchcraft and radio producer for BBC Scotland who latest series is House of the Lion.


Produced by Freddy Chick. Senior Producer is Charlotte Long.


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After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal is a History Hit podcast.

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