#246 - Daniel A. Gagnon: THE WITCH TRIALS OF REBECCA NURSE, Strangeness In Salem, Specters, Modern Day "Witch Hunts," Executions, & Ergot Poisoning?

On this episode of The AUXORO Podcast, Daniel A. Gagnon and Zach discuss the witch trials of Rebecca Nurse that took place in Salem, the factors that led to over 20 people being executed during the witch trials of 1692, how the strangeness in Salem began, specters and the actual accusations of the accusers, the execution of Rebecca Nurse, modern-day "witch hunts," lessons we can learn from the witch trials, whether or not psychedelic ergot poisoning sparked the Salem witch hunts, and more. Guest bio: Dan is the author of 'A Salem Witch: The Trial, Execution, and Exoneration of Rebecca Nurse' and has spent many years researching the Salem Village Witch-Hunt of 1692, and Danvers history in general. He serves on the board of directors of the Rebecca Nurse Homestead Museum in Danvers, is a member of the Danvers Historical Society, and serves on the Town of Danvers’ Salem Village Historic District Commission.

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