<p>In which we learn the real history of the Salem Witch Trials and why they have a prominent place in American folklore, and in which Laura makes an apology to the Beverly Historical Society.  We also determine how many stereotypical white Pilgrim coifs to rate the movie, while sneering at the idea that Puritans' outfits never progressed past the fashions of 1620.</p>

In which we learn the real history of the Salem Witch Trials and why they have a prominent place in American folklore, and in which Laura makes an apology to the Beverly Historical Society. We also determine how many stereotypical white Pilgrim coifs to rate the movie, while sneering at the idea that Puritans' outfits never progressed past the fashions of 1620.

<p>In which we learn the real history of the Salem Witch Trials and why they have a prominent place in American folklore, and in which Laura makes an apology to the Beverly Historical Society.&nbsp; We also determine how many stereotypical white Pilgrim coifs to rate the movie, while sneering at the idea that Puritans' outfits never progressed past the fashions of 1620.</p>

Season 1, Episode 10: "The Crucible" (1996)

How often have you watched a historical drama and wondered if it was REALLY telling the truth about the Tudor Court or the American Revolution? You could have looked it up on Wikipedia, but your phone was so far away and there were so many words to read.That’s where we come in! Public history enthusiasts Megan Judt and Laura Skog are setting out to watch every historical film, talking about each of them might tell us about history.  Expect spoilers, and also some snark. We’ll also rate each one, with a scoring system based on the many hats of history.

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How often have you watched a historical drama and wondered if it was REALLY telling the truth about the Tudor Court or the American Revolution? You could have looked it up on Wikipedia, but your phone was so far away and there were so many words to read.That’s where we come in! Public history enthusiasts Megan Judt and Laura Skog are setting out to watch every historical film, talking about each of them might tell us about history. Expect spoilers, and also some snark. We’ll also rate each one, with a scoring system based on the many hats of history.

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Season 1, Episode 10: "The Crucible" (1996)

Season 1, Episode 10: "The Crucible" (1996)