February 09, 2022

Folk Magick Part One: Cunning

32 minutes

You’re living in Medieval times and your neighbor accuses you of stealing their favourite spoon but do you get a fair trial? Of course! Just whack out the sieve and shears and leave it to Divination. In this episode, we explore the uses of Cunning magick to find stolen treasure, heal ailments and even seek revenge.

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Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires.

Episode references:

https://www.museumoflondon.org.uk/discover/witches-wellness-medicine-and-magic-london

Research links:

http://bodman.uk/famous-bodmans/anne-bodenham-1653/

https://www.psupress.org/books/titles/978-1-61248-143-2.html

http://roy25booth.blogspot.com/2007/07/sir-john-danvers-and-witch-of-wapping.html

https://penandpension.com/2017/11/29/cunning-folk-witchcraft-healing-and-superstition/

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