5. The Magic(k)
What is magic? India Rakusen speaks to witches and scientists to untangle the meaning and real-world impact of magic. From hexes to chants, what lies behind the power of a spell?
The witch has held a place firmly in our imagination for centuries – from whispered warnings in folklore to pop culture-driven heights. But what does it mean to be a witch now?
Presenter India Rakusen, creator of the podcast 28ish Days Later, is on a journey to find out.
What is magic? In this episode India speaks to witches and scientists to try and untangle the meaning and the real-world impact of magic. From hexes to chants, what lies behind the power of a spell?
Scored with original music by The Big Moon.
Presenter: India Rakusen
Executive Producer: Alex Hollands
Producer: Tatum Swithenbank
Producer: Lucy Dearlove
Producer: Elle Scott
Production Manager: Kerry Luter
Sound Design: Olga Reed
A Storyglass production for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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From hexes to chants, what lies behind the power of a spell?
Duration: 03:35
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- Tue 27 Jun 2023 23:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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Witch
India Rakusen finds out what it means to call yourself a witch today.
