Hello again! Thanks for having us! I had coronavirus. But we're back now, babyyyy. In the first episode of our new series about witchcraft in America, Augusta and Eva tell the story of the so-called Salem Witch Trials (which really happened in Salem Village, now called Danvers). We talk Puritan names, PTSD, and eating moldy grain.

content warning: listeners may find discussion of war & the genocide of indigenous peoples disturbing

music: "Girl on the Moon"; written and performed by Nihilore; CC BY 3.0

And we're back! This week, Gus & Eva talk all about their visit to the International Cryptozoology Museum in Portland, Maine. We talk kitsch, museum accreditation, and female behavior.

music: "Girl on the Moon"; written and performed by Nihilore; CC BY 3.0

Thank you all so much for your support this year! We're taking a wee break, but in the meantime, enjoy this delightful short story by Edgar Allan Poe, The Facts in the Case of M Valdemar (1845).

In the conclusion of our necromancy series, Gus & Eva talk about how the Haitian Revolution and a handful of films shaped the idea of the risen dead, and buried previous definitions of 'necromancer' forever. 

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For the second episode in our necromancy series, Augusta and Eva talk about how necromancy was brought into the critical eye of the church(es) in Europe in the Middle Ages. We talk Pope Sylvester II, fumigating decapitated heads, and PLLLAAAAAAY BALLLLL!

music: "Girl on the Moon"; written and performed by Nihilore; CC BY 3.0

In the first episode of our new necromancy series, Augusta and Eva lay down the foundation of the cultural influences of classical antiquity that gave rise to the American concepts of necromancy. We talk about middle school plays, flipping God the bird, and randomness as a series of small consequences. Plus, a livestream announcement! 

music: "Girl on the Moon"; written and performed by Nihilore; CC BY 3.0

In the last episode of our legal anthropology series, Augusta and Eva talk about the case law that covers necromancy. Augusta leaves their bedroom door unlocked, Eva forgets the word sciomancy, and a landline phone goes off in the background (whoah! the ghost of technology past!).

music: "Girl on the Moon"; written and performed by Nihilore; CC BY 3.0

In this episode, Augusta and Eva break down how the agency of ghosts and the white fear of the 'Native spirit' led to the passing of a very significant federal law in 1990. We talk about Kennewick Man, haunted Westerns, and why we don't use the word 'traditional' anymore. 

content warning: listeners may find discussion of the genocide of indigenous peoples disturbing

music: "Girl on the Moon"; written and performed by Nihilore; CC BY 3.0

In this episode, Augusta and Eva discuss a few case studies of how the law addresses the paranormal. We talk about haunted houses (Stambovsky v. Ackley), intellectual property (Gerald Brittle v. Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc.), and the states where it is illegal to procure a fortunetelling license. Plus, some really great affirmations!

music: "Girl on the Moon"; written and performed by Nihilore; CC BY 3.0

This week, Augusta and Eva explain spirit photography, and how its hallmarks and purposes have changed over time. We talk about orbs, mists, and Mary Todd Lincoln. Plus, Eva reminds everyone about cigarettes.

music: "Girl on the Moon"; written and performed by Nihilore; CC BY 3.0