6. Midwives and Healers
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.
A common belief about the witch hunts is that they were a targeted attack on female healers and midwives. But to what extent is that true? India speaks to historians, nurses and activists to find out.
Presenter: India RakusenExecutive Producer: Alex HollandsProducer: Elle ScottProducer: Lucy DearloveAP: Tatum SwithenbankProduction Manager: Kerry LuterSound Design: Olga Reed
Scored with original music by The Big Moon.
A Storyglass production for BBC Radio 4
Witch
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.
- No. of episodes: 14
- Latest episode: 2023-05-30
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