Steven Veerapen

In this engaging discussion, historian Steven Veerapen dives deep into the historical obsession with witches during the reign of King James I. He unpacks the cultural implications and the interplay of politics and religion that fueled witch hunts in Scotland and England. Veerapen challenges modern perceptions of figures like James and witch-hunter Matthew Hopkins, revealing their complex roles in society. Tune in to explore how mass panics around witchcraft shaped legal standards and societal norms, all tied to a fascinating era of fear and intrigue.