Detestable and Wicked Arts with Paul Moyer

Paul Moyer delves into New England's witch-hunt history this week on Witch Hunt. Drawing from his book, Detestable and Wicked Arts, Moyer discusses the origins of witchcraft beliefs, transatlantic connections, and infamous trials like Salem and Hartford. Learn about the societal pressures behind these hunts, from religious conflicts to political turmoil, and gain new insights into this haunting chapter of American history. How did heavy societal expectations on family and marriage bring out the hunting of diabolical duos, couples accused of being witches? Paul Moyer discusses his upcoming book about a  gripping murder case set in antebellum America, an enthralling history with  themes of social justice and defiance of gender norms. Buy the book, Detestable and Wicked Arts by Paul B. Moyer Petition to recognize those accused of witchcraft in MassachusettsList of those accused of witchcraft in Massachusetts Donate to The International Network Small Grant Fund GoFundMe Campaign TINAAWAHP Witch Hunt Book Store End Witch Hunts Movement  Support Us! Buy Podcast Merch!