But Why Do Witches Still Haunt Us? | How Misogyny & Media Keep the Witch Alive

In Part 2 of our Halloween series, we move from broomsticks to boardrooms — exploring how the witch trials never truly ended. Kristin and Laura dive into how the image of the witch morphed into modern misogyny, media tropes, and political smear campaigns. From Sabrina the Teenage Witch to Hillary Clinton, we unpack: • How "witch" became a slur for powerful women • Why women still fear being seen • The cultural obsession with female purity, professionalism, and performance • How capitalism co-opted the witch for wellness trends • Personal stories of unmasking, self-censorship, and “too much-ness” It’s a call to embrace your inner chaos, reject the rulebook, and ask: what if they were scared of us… for good reason?  Socials: https://linktr.ee/butwhy.pod  

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Welcome to But Why? — real talk on messy minds and messier systems. Hosted by two psychologists, Kristin and Laura, we dive deep into the psychology of human experience: from mental health and identity to power, culture, and the systems that shape our lives. Expect thoughtful conversations, critical questions, and honest reflections on how people—and the world—really work. No self-help platitudes. No easy answers. Just meaningful, accessible dialogue for curious minds. Topics we explore: • Psychology and mental health • Identity, feminism, and culture • Neurodivergence and lived experience • Systemic power and social change New episodes every week. Subscribe to join the conversation. #PsychologyPodcast #MentalHealth #CultureAndIdentity #RealTalkPodcast