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EPISODE · Feb 13, 2025 · 4 MIN

Feb. 13, 1944: Witchcraft and Wartime: The Curious Case of Helen Duncan

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On February 13, 1944, Helen Duncan became the last person convicted under the UK’s Witchcraft Act of 1735. But was she really a witch? Or just a victim of wartime paranoia? Join us as we uncover the fascinating story of this spiritual medium, her trial, and the echoes of a bygone era that still resonate today.Visit our website for more information and source material: https://thedailyhitpodcast.com/ Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailyhitpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedailyhitpodcastX (Twitter): https://x.com/thedailyhitpod

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