101. The Cock Lane Ghost

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The Cock Lane haunting is one of the best known British ghost stories and one of the best known British hoaxes. In this episode, Matt discusses the events that took place at 20 Cock Lane in the 1760s, how they related to the religious, political, and social currents of the time, and how we might think about them today. Ghosthropology is a part of the KMMA Media Podcasting Network. For sources, transcripts, and a full back catalog of episodes, visit kmmamedia.com/podcasts/ghosthropology-podcast/ Connect with the show! Facebook: www.facebook.com/ghosthropology Instagram: www.instagram.com/ghosthropod YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ghosthropology Patreon: www.patreon.com/ghosthropology Email: [email protected]

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