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Ep35 High Strangeness- Salem Witch Rebecca Nurse- Author Daniel Gagnon
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Unraveling the Salem Witch Trials: An Interview with Dan Gagnon
In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony delves into the chilling history of the Salem Witch Trials through an insightful interview with Dan Gagnon, author of 'Salem Witch: The Trial, Execution and Exoneration of Rebecca Nurse.' The discussion covers the unique sociopolitical climate of 17th-century Salem, the terrifying process of witchcraft accusations, and the life and tragic fate of Rebecca Nurse. Dan also dispels common misconceptions and sheds light on the long-term impact on the community. Tune in to explore the eerie blend of history and folklore surrounding one of America's most notorious periods.
00:00 Introduction to High Strangeness
00:34 Halloween Season and Its Mysteries
01:31 Guest Introduction: Dan Gagnon
02:26 Halloween in New England
04:35 Salem Witch Trials: An Overview
05:19 Dan Gagnon's Journey to Writing
08:01 Puritan Beliefs and Witchcraft Accusations
25:01 Legal Process of the Witch Trials
30:04 Rebecca Nurse: The Unlikely Accused
39:06 The Shock and Sympathy of the Accused
39:30 The Role of Character Witnesses
41:03 The Meaninglessness of Accusations
44:26 The Unfairness of the Trials
46:41 The Execution Waves
48:18 The Torture of Giles Corey
51:43 The Exoneration Efforts
55:40 The End of the Witch Hunt
57:58 Long-term Effects on the Community
01:00:28 The Fate of the Accusers
01:05:07 Visiting Historical Sites
01:06:59 Conclusion and Future Projects
Check out the High Strangeness Website for all else and other podcast episodes going on with this podcast show.
Website: Highstrangenesshow.com
66 Episoden
Manage episode 443363070 series 3557504
Unraveling the Salem Witch Trials: An Interview with Dan Gagnon
In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony delves into the chilling history of the Salem Witch Trials through an insightful interview with Dan Gagnon, author of 'Salem Witch: The Trial, Execution and Exoneration of Rebecca Nurse.' The discussion covers the unique sociopolitical climate of 17th-century Salem, the terrifying process of witchcraft accusations, and the life and tragic fate of Rebecca Nurse. Dan also dispels common misconceptions and sheds light on the long-term impact on the community. Tune in to explore the eerie blend of history and folklore surrounding one of America's most notorious periods.
00:00 Introduction to High Strangeness
00:34 Halloween Season and Its Mysteries
01:31 Guest Introduction: Dan Gagnon
02:26 Halloween in New England
04:35 Salem Witch Trials: An Overview
05:19 Dan Gagnon's Journey to Writing
08:01 Puritan Beliefs and Witchcraft Accusations
25:01 Legal Process of the Witch Trials
30:04 Rebecca Nurse: The Unlikely Accused
39:06 The Shock and Sympathy of the Accused
39:30 The Role of Character Witnesses
41:03 The Meaninglessness of Accusations
44:26 The Unfairness of the Trials
46:41 The Execution Waves
48:18 The Torture of Giles Corey
51:43 The Exoneration Efforts
55:40 The End of the Witch Hunt
57:58 Long-term Effects on the Community
01:00:28 The Fate of the Accusers
01:05:07 Visiting Historical Sites
01:06:59 Conclusion and Future Projects
Check out the High Strangeness Website for all else and other podcast episodes going on with this podcast show.
Website: Highstrangenesshow.com
66 Episoden
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