Beltane Blessings everyone! Today’s episode is on the Polula Witch Trial in Estonia. Kayla and Steph go off script in this episode while they explore the history and culture of Estonia’s witches and early paganism. Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to a true tale of historic witches. Every episode is a different story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. Rate and Subscribe for more!

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In this episode, Kayla and Stephanie talk about the Loudun Possessions in France. A convent of nuns possessed by demons, a parish Priest burned at the stake for sorcery, and a pact with the devil signed in blood. Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to a true tale of historic witches. Every episode is a different story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. Rate and Subscribe for more!

*warning: a demonic text is read.

Sources: The Loudun Possessions: Witchcraft Trials by Mary Kay, Hunter.

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In this episode, Kayla and Stephanie tell the real story of the Aix-En-Provence Possessions in the 1600’s. Many nuns began to experience a possession, all blaming Father Louis Gaufridi. Following one nun’s story (Madeline de Demandolx de la Palud) through the exorcisms and trials, to get to the bottom of the real motive behind the possessions. Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to a true tale of historic witches. Every episode is a different story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. Rate and Subscribe for more!

*trigger warning: sexual assault is discussed.

Sources: - The Encyclopedia of Demons and Demonology by Rosemary Guiley.

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In this minisode, host Kayla talks about the story of Alice Lake from the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Hanged for witchcraft around 1651, her tale is curious albeit very tragic. Give this quick episode a listen so Alice's story won't be forgotten!

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Every episode is a different researched story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. We thank you for listening, please rate and subscribe for more!

Kayla and Stephanie tell the story of Alse (Alice) Young, the first recorded execution of a witch in America, as well as the first recorded trial of a witch, Mary Johnson. Many people think Salem when they think of witches but nope, this story takes place in Connecticut! Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to a true tale of historic witches.

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Every episode is a different researched story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. We thank you for listening, please rate and subscribe for more!

The Ottawa witch who solved a murder. In this episode of Witchstory, hosts Kayla and Steph (with special guest Katy Lamb) discuss the real legend of a local Canadian witch named Elizabeth Barnes. In the 1800's Elizabeth Barnes' clairvoyant abilities helped solve many crimes and questions, including a missing man and his murderer. Grab a tea and join the trio on this fun tale of an adored infamous witch!

Do rabbits lay eggs? Is Easter actually a Pagan holiday? In this special episode of WitchStory, hosts Stephanie and Kayla talk about the surprising history of Ostara and how you can honour and celebrate this magical time of year. 

In this episode, a 16th century widow was accused of witchcraft... but what she confessed, was so much more than a little sorcery. Kayla and Steph retell her tale and try to uncover if she was innocent - or a notorious serial killer. Listen to the story of Walpurga Hausmannin today!

The legend of Cate Batts, the Bell Witch, has haunted a small town in Tennessee for centuries. This was the first time in American history that a paranormal entity was blamed for the death of a man... but what really happened at the Bell House so many years ago? Grab a tea and join Kayla and Steph as they ponder the spooky history of the famous haunting.  

What really happened at Hungary's Witch Island that is now supposedly haunted? Who were these witches and what actually led to their demise? Join Kayla and Stephanie as they discuss their research on the famous witch trial, pointy hats, and fish soup!