November 08 2024 - Witchcraft in the 1960s

Nov 8, 2024

The discussion opens with a fascinating legal case where a Wiccan inmate fights for spiritual rights in prisons. It then dives into the troubling portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters in media, often marked by tragedy. The conversation shifts to the 1960s witchcraft revival, spotlighting iconic figures like Morticia Adams that linked feminism and witchcraft. Lastly, popular culture's representation of witches is dissected, revealing how feminist themes clashed with traditional roles, capturing the spirit of a transformative era.

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Intro

00:00 • 3min

Legal Changes and Cultural Critiques on Religious Practices and Queer Representation

02:49 • 3min

Exploring LGBTQ+ Representation and Celestial Wisdom

05:26 • 2min

Cultural Resurgence of Witchcraft in the 1960s

07:46 • 6min

Witches in Pop Culture: A Feminist Discourse

13:42 • 9min