The Irish Witch Trials: Kilkenny, Youghal & Islandmagee

This week, in our season finale, we explore Ireland's infamous witch trials, uncovering the dark tales of Dame Alice Kyteler, Florence Newton, and the Islandmagee witches. From accusations of demonic pacts to spectral evidence and deadly trials, join us as we explore how fear and superstition gripped these historic Irish communities.Sign up to Patreon (for weekly deep dives & exclusive content)Follow me on InstagramFollow Red Room on InstagramLinks/SourcesNewton, Florence | Dictionary of Irish BiographyIrish Legal Heritage: The Witch of YoughalFairy Stroke | The Atlantic Religion​​The Project Gutenberg eBook of Irish Witchcraft and DemonologyIrish Legal Heritage: The Witch of YoughalWitchcraft and Magic in IrelandTo access bonus weekly episodes of Red Room join Patreon HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.