Episode 17: The Malleus Maleficarum. Witch Hunts in Late Medieval Europe

The podcast discusses the Malleus Maleficarum, a 15th century German handbook for identifying witches. They explore the evolution of witchcraft in medieval Europe and the consequences of accusations. The chapter also covers methods of protection against witchcraft and the sexual nature of accusations and confessions. The association between witches and the devil is also discussed, highlighting the concept of witchcraft as directed by God.