Witch Hunt

In this episode, hosts Josh and Sarah explore the complexities of witchcraft legislation relating to witch branding and witch hunting in India. They are joined by Riya A. Singh, a third year law student specializing in human rights, and Dr. Amit Anand, an Assistant Professor of Law at Reva University. They discuss the differences in legal frameworks and implementation across Indian states, underscoring the urgent need for central legislation. The discussion highlights  how the shortcomings of current laws are impacting the lives of vulnerable community members. They address the importance of tailoring education, systemic changes, and community programs to fit the unique needs of each region. Join us for an insightful conversation on the urgent need for legal reforms and societal action to combat witch-hunting in India. Anti-Superstition Laws in India THE PREVENTION AND PROHIBITION OF WITCH-BRANDING AND WITCH-HUNTING AND OTHER HARMFUL PRACTICES BILL, 2022 Come Visit Us On Youtube Sign the Petition to recognize those accused of witchcraft in Massachusetts ActionAid Report: “Witch-Hunting in Odisha” ActionAid Report: “Witch Branding in India” Join One of Our Projects Support Us! Buy Books from our Book Shop End Witch Hunts 

In this episode, we welcome back Beth M. Caruso, author of the compelling novel One of Windsor and its sequel The Salty Rose, to discuss her latest book, Between Good and Evil: Curse of the Windsor Witch's Daughter, the final entry in her Connecticut Witch Trials trilogy. Beth takes us through the chilling history of the Connecticut Witch Trials, focusing on Alice Young Jr., the daughter of the first person executed for witchcraft in Connecticut.  Beth shares insights into Alice Jr.'s experiences, her family's history, and the extensive research behind the book, including work with historians Malcolm Gaskill and Kathy Hermes. We also explore themes of trauma, healing, and the lasting impact of the witch trials, along with efforts to honor the victims and educate the public. Join us for a compelling mix of historical insights and personal stories with Beth M. Caruso. Author Beth Caruso's Website Come Visit Us On Youtube ConnecticutWitchTrials.org CT W.I.T.C.H. Memorial Support Us! Buy Book Titles Mentioned in this Episode from our Book Shop Sign the Petition to recognize those accused of witchcraft in Massachusetts

Join us for a special episode marking the first anniversary of the groundbreaking legislation that cleared the names of Connecticut’s witch trial victims. On May 25, 2023, House Joint Resolution 34 was adopted, officially absolving the innocent victims of the colonial witch trials and offering a formal state apology to their descendants. In this episode, hear from the five advocates who founded the Connecticut Witch Trial Exoneration Project in 2022 as they reflect on their journey to legislative success, share their personal experiences, and discuss the profound impact of the 2023 resolution. We'll delve into their efforts to raise awareness, the plans for a state memorial, and how this historical victory resonates with the ongoing modern witch hunt crisis worldwide. Don't miss this insightful conversation about justice, remembrance, and the continued fight against wrongful persecution. Come Visit Us On Youtube ConnecticutWitchTrials.org CT W.I.T.C.H. Memorial State Representative Jane Garibay Mary-Louise Bingham’s YouTube video at Proctor's Ledge about Connecticut victims Diana DiZoglio Senate Floor Speech Exoneration of Elizabeth Johnson, Jr. 05/26/22 Support Us! Buy Book Titles Mentioned in this Episode from our Book Shop Sign the Petition to recognize those accused of witchcraft in MassachusettsList of those accused of witchcraft in Massachusetts Youtube - Connecticut Witch Trials with Dr. Scott Culpepper Windsor Historical Society New London Connecticut Historical Society Historical Sites with witch trial ties First Church in Windsor Connecticut's Old State House Barnard Park also known as South Green Hartford Ancient Burial Ground Witch Hunt: Connecticut Witch Trials episodes Connecticut Witch Trials with Beth Caruso and Tony Griego of CT WITCH Memorial Should Connecticut Witch Trial Victims be Exonerated? Connecticut Witch-Hunts and John Winthrop, Jr. with Dr. Scott Culpepper Descendants of Connecticut Witch Trial Victims Introducing The Last Night, a Connecticut Witch Trials Play Between God and Satan with Beth Caruso and Katherine Hermes Representative Jane Garibay on Connecticut Witch Trial Exoneration Legislation Goody Bassett, Accused Witch of Stratford, Connecticut Andy Verzosa on Museums, Mary Barnes, and Farmington, Connecticut Connecticut Witch Trials 101, Part 1 Connecticut Witch Trials 101, Part 2: Witchcraft Belief, the Founding of Connecticut, and Alice Young Connecticut Witch Trial Victim Exoneration Testimony with William and Jennifer Schloat Connecticut Witch Trials 101 Part 3: 1648-1661 Connecticut Witch Trials 101 Part 4: The Hartford Witch-Hunt of 1662-1665 Before Salem with Richard S. Ross III Connecticut Witch Trials 101 Part 5: 1666 to 1691 Connecticut Witch Trials 101 Part 6: 1692 and Beyond

In this episode of "Witch Hunt," we are privileged to share the expert insights of Mary Beth Norton, a distinguished historian specializing in early American history. Mary Beth shares her profound research on the impact of frontier warfare on the dynamics of the Salem Witch Trials, offering a unique perspective that centers on the accusers. Mary Beth gives insights from her experiences teaching this intriguing topic of history at Cornell University, alongside the compelling witch trial research her students undertook. Join us as we discuss key takeaways from her groundbreaking book, In the Devil's Snare, and hear firsthand about the innovative research conducted by her students. Don't miss this deep dive into one of the most mysterious chapters of American history. Buy: In the Devil's Snare: The Salem Witchcraft Crisis of 1692 by Mary Beth Norton Buy: Records of the Salem Witch-Hunt by Bernard Rosenthal, editor The Cornell University Witchcraft Collection commonplace.online Salem Witchcraft In The Classroom Support Us! Buy Book Titles Mentioned in this Episode from our Book Shop Petition to recognize those accused of witchcraft in MassachusettsList of those accused of witchcraft in Massachusetts Come Visit Us On Youtube Athenian Mercury

We present a thought-provoking episode that considers the enduring legacy of witch hunts, tracing their historical roots through the Salem Witch Trials to the present day with Martha Carrier descendant and author Alice Markham-Cantor. Her personal journey and research, lead our reflection on the economic, political, and personal motivations driving witch hunts. Witch hunt history reveals how accusations of witchcraft, intertwined with social disputes and global dynamics, persist across time, necessitating a call for historical truth, awareness of ongoing injustices, and activism against this continuing phenomenon. Alice’s new book, The Once and Future Witch Hunt: A Descendant’s Reckoning from Salem to the Present, releases May 8, 2024, and stay tuned to awitchstory.com for updates on the new documentary, A Witch Story, featuring Alice. Buy the book "The Once and Future Witch: A Descendants Reckoning from Salem to the Present" By Alice Markham Cantor https://www.alicemarkhamcantor.com/ https://awitchstory.com/ United Nations Human Rights Council Resolution 47/8. Elimination of harmful practices related to 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 'Witch Hunt' Podcast Episode: Ending Sorcery Accusation Related Violence in Papua New Guinea with Miranda Forsyth 'The Briefing' Podcast Episode: Why Witch Hunts are Still Happening in 2024 with Miranda Forsyth End Witch Hunts Why Witch Hunts are not just a Dark Chapter from the Past The International Network against Accusations of Witchcraft and Associated Harmful Practices Grassroots organizations working with The International Network

This comprehensive discussion brings together experts Dr. Akanksha Madaan and Dr. Amit Anand, focusing on witch hunts, the intersection of spirituality and gender roles in societies, particularly within Hinduism, and comparisons with African contexts. Dr. Madaan, an Assistant Professor of Law with extensive study in Victimology, and Dr. Anand, also an Assistant Professor who has researched violence against women in India, including aspects of witchcraft and honor-based abuse, discuss the historical and sociocultural facets of witch-hunting. They examine how witch hunts have been influenced by various factors, including patriarchal structures, lack of education, and misconceptions about religious and spiritual practices. The conversation extends beyond India, touching on similar practices in Africa and drawing parallels to historical European witch trials, highlighting the universal scapegoating of women in such accusations. The discussion underscores the complexity of tackling witch hunts, calling for multidimensional approaches involving law, education, and community engagement to address this grave human rights issue. Film: Testimony of Ana End Witch Hunts AVARNAN | SHORT FILM | NAVEEN SURESH | AMAL OSCAR | SHAMAL CHACKO | VISHNU SUJATHAN - YouTube Why Witch Hunts are not just a Dark Chapter from the Past The International Network against Accusations of Witchcraft and Associated Harmful Practices Grassroots organizations working with The International Network International Alliance to End Witch Hunts

This episode features a comprehensive discussion on superstitions and their impact on child rights in India, specifically focusing on the harmful ritual of Pillai Thookkam. The guests, Naveen Suresh, a PhD researcher on anti-superstition law in India, and Dr. Samantha Spence, an expert in human rights law, dive into the legal, cultural, and psychological aspects of superstitions and their enforcement. Naveen shares unsettling details about Pillai Thookkam, a ritual involving putting babies at risk without safety measures, to highlight the severe neglect of child rights under the guise of tradition. Both guests discuss the complexities of applying existing laws against such practices, emphasizing the importance of scientific temper, education, and mental health awareness. The episode concludes with insights into how media and education can play pivotal roles in combating superstitions and fostering a rational and empathetic societal outlook towards child welfare. Street Play on Witch Hunting by I-CARD Film: Testimony of Ana End Witch Hunts AVARNAN (The Colorless People) | SHORT FILM | NAVEEN SURESH Why Witch Hunts are not just a Dark Chapter from the Past The International Network against Accusations of Witchcraft and Associated Harmful Practices Grassroots organizations working with The International Network International Alliance to End Witch Hunts

In today's episode, we sit down with Brendan Walsh, an expert in Early Modern Intellectual History and Religion to examine a chilling account of a 17th century demonic child possession in Connecticut, as chronicled in Cotton Mather’s "Memorable Providences Relating To Witchcrafts And Possessions." Brendan takes us through the golden age of demonic possession, spotlighting significant figures such as the English exorcist John Darrell and notorious New England minister Cotton Mather. As we consider the account of the "Boy of Tocutt," Brendan elucidates how such reports reflect the fundamental Puritan perceptions of the diabolical or malevolent and their assault on the spiritually weak. Join us for a fascinating journey into the past, exploring how immemorial  beliefs in witchcraft, the devil’s pact, demonic obsession and possession continue to shape our understanding of evil in our society and ourselves. "The Boy of Tocutt" and the Demonic Covenant in Seventeenth-Century New England Demonology Memorable Providences Relating to Witchcrafts and Possessions Salem Witch-Hunt Daily Report Save Ingersoll's Tavern Facebook Group Massachusetts Witch-Hunt Justice Project Facebook Group Sign the MA Witch Hunt Justice Project Petition Join One of Our Projects Support Us! Buy Books from our Book Shop End Witch Hunts 

Witch Hunt presents “The Ultimate Introduction to the Salem Witch Trials,” the first episode of the Salem Witch-Hunt 101 series. This episode provides a comprehensive overview of the Salem Witch Trials, emphasizing the event's extensive reach, the variety of people involved, and its unique characteristics compared to other witch hunts in history. We discuss the origins and progression of the witch hunt, debunking myths and shedding light on the social, legal, and political factors feeding the crisis. Also covered are some of the key accusers, victims, opposition, and lasting legacy of the trials, with an emphasis on the importance of remembrance and learning from this dark chapter in history. Hosts Josh Hutchinson and Sarah Jack, descendants of people hanged for witchcraft in the Salem Witch-Hunt, welcome you to explore the witch-hunt in great detail in this episode and the rest of the series. Look for much more in-depth Salem coverage over the coming months and years. Salem Witch-Hunt 101 Bibliography A Storm of Witchcraft: The Salem Trials and the American Experience by Emerson W. Baker The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-By-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege by Marilynne K. Roach Records of the Salem Witch-Hunt by Bernard Rosenthal, editor The Ruin of All Witches: Life and Death in the New World by Malcolm Gaskill Witchcraft: A History in Thirteen Trials by Marion Gibson The Once & Future Witch Hunt: A Descendant's Reckoning from Salem to the Present by Alice Markham-Cantor Marion Gibson on Witchcraft A History in 13 Trials Owen Davies on Grimoires, Magic, and Witch Hunts Finding Your Salem Witch Trial Ancestors with David Allen Lambert Malcolm Gaskill on The Ruin of All Witches

Joined by John Azumah, an expert who sheds light on the origins and societal impacts of witchcraft accusations, we navigate the intricate landscape of family disputes, community fears, and the national efforts to combat this grave injustice. Our journey takes us into the heart of communities torn apart by fear and suspicion, where accusations of witchcraft have long led to banishment and the resulting formation of 'witch camps.' Azumah's insights offer a profound look at the cultural and societal dynamics that perpetuate these practices, as well as the ongoing struggles to reintegrate victims into their communities amidst threats of re-accusation and violence. This episode is a deep dive into the efforts at various levels to address and hopefully eradicate the stigma and harm caused by these ancient accusations, highlighting the urgent need for reform and protective measures for those unjustly accused. Recommended Reading United Nations Human Rights Council Resolution 47/8. Elimination of harmful practices related to 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 Websites of Note The Sanneh Institute: Research, Religious, Society Total Life Enhancement Center, Ghana Songtaba.org  Securing Basic Rights for Women and Girls Women's International League for Peace and Freedom  Action Aid Ghana Legal Resource Centre Ghana Amnesty International, Ghana End Witch Hunts Why Witch Hunts are not just a Dark Chapter from the Past The International Network against Accusations of Witchcraft and Associated Harmful Practices Grassroots organizations working with The International Network International Alliance to End Witch Hunts