Bonus Episode: Tracing the Origins of Witchcraft Beliefs

In this bonus episode you'll hear the extended interview with Professor Diane Purkiss from episode 5 of the podcast. In her discussion, Diane explores the origins of witchcraft beliefs and how the figure of the witch was born. This episode contains content that may not be suitable for younger listeners. Visit our episode page to learn more about Joan of Navarre's accusation of witchcraft and imprisonment at Pevensey Castle. Speaking with Shadows is brought to you by English Heritage. Presenter: Josie Long Producer: Katharine Kerr for Fresh Air Contributor: Diane Purkiss, Professor of English Literature (Keble College, University of Oxford)

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Bonus Episode: Tracing the Origins of Witchcraft Beliefs is an episode from Speaking with Shadows by Neil Cowling.

This episode is 6:52 long.

This episode was published on Dec 10, 2019.

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