15 Best Witch History Podcasts

1. Unobscured

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Each season of Unobscured digs deep into one of history's darkest and most misunderstood moments, and sheds light on the true story beneath the myth. Explore the Salem witch trials (S1), the Spiritualist Movement (S2), Jack the Ripper (S3), and Grigori Rasputin (S4) through the narrative storytelling of Aaron Mahnke, along with prominent historian interviews.MORE Host Aaron Mahnke
Producer/Network Grim & Mild
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 9KFacebook 2.9KInstagram 8K Avg Length 59 min Format Long form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. The History of Witchcraft

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Witches didn't exist, and yet thousands of people were executed for the crime of witchcraft. Why? The belief in magic and witchcraft has existed in every recorded human culture; this podcast looks at how people explained the inexplicable, turned random acts of nature into conscious acts of mortal or supernatural beings, and how desperate communities took revenge against the suspected perpetrators.MORE Host Samuel Hume
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 284Facebook 6.3KTwitter 3.5K Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. Salem The Podcast

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Welcome to Salem, Massachusetts! Join tour guides Jeffrey Lilley and Sarah Black as they talk all things Witch City. Learn its history, meet its people, and discover the magic.
Hosts Jeffrey Lilley, Sarah Black
Producer/Network Sarah Black & Jeffrey Lilley
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guest Mary Bingham
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 318Facebook 5.1KInstagram 4.8K Avg Length 64 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. The Salem Witch Trials Podcast

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The Salem Witch Trials Podcast takes a fast-paced and episodic examination of the witch hysteria in Salem, Massachusetts in 1692. The brief yet insightful episodes harness the knowledge of experts to help illuminate both the chronology of events as well the deeper context surrounding the witch crisis, giving listeners a better understanding of this fascinating and tragic event in early American history.MORE Host Greg Houle
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 85Twitter 371 Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. The Thing About Witch Hunts

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The Thing About Witch Hunts is the podcast of historical witch trials and modern-day violent witchcraft persecution. From the Salem Witch Trials to the ramifications of today's harmful practices related to accusations of witchcraft and ritual attacks, The Thing About Witch Hunts covers it all. Tune in today to find out why The Thing About Witch Hunts is an essential podcast for everyone interested in this intriguing subject. #history #witchcraft #SalemWitchTrials #witchhuntMORE Hosts Josh Hutchinson, Sarah Jack
Producer/Network Josh Hutchinson and Sarah Jack
Email ****@witchhuntshow.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Andrea Catalano, Ceri Houlbrook +1 more
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 26 Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. Salem Oracle

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Open a doorway into another dimension of time and space, as we travel back to 1692 for weekly insights into the Salem Witch Trials. Join Maya Rook to peel back the veil and see what is revealed about this infamous, fascinating, and dark piece of history.MORE Producer/Network Salem Oracle
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7. Witches in East Anglia

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Why did an otherwise quiet corner of England descend into chaos, accusation, and execution? Witches in East Anglia explores the hidden forces that sparked one of the most intense witch-hunting frenzies in British history.In this eight episode series, Macy Wade peels back the layers of 17th-century fear, war, and uncertainty to uncover why communities turned against their own.MORE Get Email Contact

8. Witches of Scotland

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A podcast that follows the Witches of Scotland campaign to bring justice to those accused, convicted and executed as witches under the Witchcraft Act 1563
Producer/Network madison mitchell
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 287 Avg Length 81 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

9. The Shropshire Witches Podcast

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Join Alix Chidley-Uttley & Amy Boucher for a history podcast uncovering the hidden, the haunted, the half-forgotten, and the famous - with a side of murder, mystery, folklore, and a dash of dark humour.MORE Producer/Network Alexandra Chidley-Uttley Amy Boucher
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 45 Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. Hexed and Healing

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Hexed & Healing is a feminist deep dive into the history of witch trials, their gendered roots, and the ways society still hunts women today. Mixing eerie storytelling, sharp analysis, and modern parallels, this podcast explores how witches went from feared outcasts to feminist icons. Each episode unpacks the power, persecution, and persistence of women who refused to conform—whether in the 17th century or on today's social media battlegrounds...MORE Get Email Contact

11. Short History Of...

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History is full of the extraordinary. Each week, we'll transport you back in time to witness history's most incredible moments and remarkable people. New episodes Mondays, or a week early for Noiser subscribers. With Noiser you'll also get ad-free listening and exclusive content on shows across the Noiser podcast network. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started or head to noiser.com/subscriptions ⁠A Short History of Ancient Rome⁠ - the debut book from the Noiser Network is out now! Discover the epic rise and fall of Rome like never before. Pick up your copy now at your local bookstore or visit ⁠⁠noiser.com/books⁠⁠ to learn more...MORE Host John Hopkins
Producer/Network Noiser
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guest Peter Kastor
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 6.8K Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. Salem Witch Trials Daily

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Witch trials unfolded one document at a time. Salem Witch Trials Daily follows the Salem witch trials of 1692-1693 in real time, day by day and document by document. Hosted by Josh Hutchinson and Sarah Jack, each micro-episode covers the Salem witchcraft accusations unfolding on this exact date. Court examinations. Arrests. Hearings. Petitions. Executions. The real calendar of the Salem witch hunt, built from primary sources and leading scholarship. Free course at aboutsalem.com#witchtrials #SalemWitchTrials #Salemwitchcraft #1692 #Salem #witchcraft #history #colonialamerica #historypodcast #MORE Email ****@aboutsalem.com
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 5 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

13. The Thing About the Salem Witch Trials

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Witch trials shaped colonial America, and the Salem witch trials of 1692-1693 produced the largest witchcraft accusation outbreak in American history. The Thing About the Salem Witch Trials examines a different topic, person, or place connected to the Salem witch hunt each week, with witch trial descendants and experts Josh Hutchinson and Sarah Jack joined by guest historians, authors, and researchers. At 15 minutes a week, it is one of the most focused in-depth guides to Salem witch trials history available. Also from the hosts: Salem Witch Trials Daily and The Thing About Witch Hunts. #witchMORE Email ****@aboutsalem.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest Rebecca Nurse
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14. History of Witchcraft in England from 1558 to 1718

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Embark on a fascinating journey through early modern Britain as we explore the intricate history of witchcraft from 1558 to 1718. This engaging chronological survey delves into the cultural and political landscapes shaped by various monarchs, the influential literature surrounding witchcraft, and the notorious cases of the Lancashire witches. Witness the chilling trials and tribulations faced by those accused of witchcraft and discover how societal attitudes gradually shifted, leading to a decline in witch hunts...MORE Email ****@podcastlibrary.org
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15. Salem Witch Trials Insights from Mathers Accounts

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Dive into the chilling firsthand accounts from 1692 that detail the notorious Salem Witch Trials. This compelling exploration includes Cotton Mathers interpretation of the Book of Revelations, which he describes as Gods last letter to the people of earth. Discover Mathers insights into the motivations behind the Devil's actions, the military hierarchy of evil, and the methods used to identify, capture, and execute witches. With contributions from his father, Increase Mather, D.D., President of Harvard College, this edition presents a striking portrayal of superstition's hold on society...MORE Email ****@adfreesounds.com
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