In this episode, we'll explore the eerie events of the Salem Witch Trials, a chilling tale of suspicion, fear, and injustice in 17th-century Massachusetts.
Discover how a village turned against itself, leading to the execution of innocent people amidst accusations of witchcraft, and consider the theories behind what really happened.
• The harsh winter of 1692 in Massachusetts • Puritans' fear of the devil and witchcraft • Witch accusations in Salem Village • Tituba's confession and impact • Spectral evidence in Salem court trials • Tragic outcomes of the witch trials • Ergot fungus and mass hysteria theories • Social tensions and personal vendettas in Salem • Aftermath and attempts to right wrongs • Exoneration of Elizabeth Johnson Jr. in 2022
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/salem-witch-trials
Episode about The History of Witches: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/witches "Weird history" episodes: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcast-tags/weird-history "Horror" episodes: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcast-tags/horror
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