9. To Be Called a Witch
India Rakusen explores historical and modern witch hunts and the impact of being accused of witchcraft.
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.
It's one thing to choose to be a witch - it's quite another to be accused. India explores historical and modern witch hunts and the impact of being accused of witchcraft.
Scored with original music by The Big Moon.
Presenter: India Rakusen
Executive Producer: Alex Hollands
Producer: Lucy Dearlove
Producer: Elle Scott
AP: Tatum Swithenbank
Production Manager: Kerry Luter
Sound Design: Olga Reed
A Storyglass production for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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- Tue 25 Jul 2023 23:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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Witch
India Rakusen finds out what it means to call yourself a witch today.
