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Episode 181 - THE TRAITORS: WHIMSY OR WITCH-HUNT?

The Folklore Podcast by Mark Norman

Oct 31, 20251:11:37Society & Culture

I gather together a gaggle of witchcraft historians to discuss the cult TV gameshow 'The Traitors'. To what extent do the machinations of the contestants in the show, whichever version that might be, draw parallels with...

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Episode 181 - THE TRAITORS: WHIMSY OR WITCH-HUNT? is an episode from The Folklore Podcast by Mark Norman. I gather together a gaggle of witchcraft historians to discuss the cult TV gameshow 'The Traitors'. To what extent do the machinations...

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Published Oct 31, 2025, 1:11:37 long, audio available.

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I gather together a gaggle of witchcraft historians to discuss the cult TV gameshow 'The Traitors'. To what extent do the machinations of the contestants in the show, whichever version that might be, draw parallels with the witch-hunts of the Early Modern Period? Joining me to debate this are: Professor Marion Gibson Dr Tabitha Stanmore Tracey Norman All of whom are returning guests to the show. Support the Folklore Podcast on Patreon for extra content at

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Published Oct 31, 2025 and 1:11:37 long