Welcome to the What Even Is...? October Spooktacular where we talk about all things mystical, magical, and/or just plain misunderstood. In this episode, host Donna Truong talks with Salem Witch Museum Director of Education Rachel Christ about the Salem Witch Trials.
They touch upon the following topics and more:
- Why did the Salem Witch Trials happen
- How did the Salem Witch Trials begin
- Salem Witch Trial victims
- Witch history in the United States and Europe
- Why did the Salem Witch Trials end
Rachel Christ has received her Bachelor of Arts in History at Clarks University and her Masters of Arts in History and Museum Studies at Tufts University. She currently works as the Director of Education at the Salem Witch Museum.
Thank you to Jennifer Nakhai and Kimphuong Nguyen for suggesting this episode!
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