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Salem The Podcast

Sarah Black & Jeffrey Lilley

Welcome to Salem, Massachusetts! Join tour guides Jeffrey Lilley and Sarah Black as they talk all things Witch City. Learn its history, meet its people, and discover the magic.

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35. Happy October From Salem

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/10/18

It's October and the Halloween spirit is in full force here in Salem. The leaves are changing and pumpkins and skeletons can be seen all around! Join your favorite spooky tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they answer your questions. You asked how Salem was and we answered. We've got the latest scoop and the juicy details. Let's see how October is going! This episode was brought to you by: Curly Girl Candy Shop 140 Washington St, Salem Ma, 01970 @curlygirlcandyshop on Facebook, Instagram &

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34. Interview: James Lurgio, Owner of Count Orlok’s...

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/10/11

So you like horror films? From classics like Nosferatu and Dracula to fan favorites like Freddy and Jason, this Salem gem has it all. Join your favorite tour guides Sarah and Jeffrey as they chat with James Lurgio, the proprietor of Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery. Take a peek under the coffin and meet the man behind the monsters. ** Jump to 24:55 to get straight to the interview. We begin the episode with a little pop culture round-up and controversy. This episode was brought to you

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33. Hocus Pocus 2 Review

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/10/04

Nearly three decades after Hocus Pocus was released, we FINALLY have a sequel to this beloved cult classic. In Hocus Pocus 2, the Sanderson Sisters find themselves resurrected once again by another black flame candle (and virgin). Their return to Salem could spell disaster. Join your favorite Salem tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they chat about some of their favorite (and least favorite) parts of the film! How many witch hats out of 13 do you think it got? This episode was brought to you

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BONUS: Mini update from Salem!

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/09/29

Hi Friends! Enjoy a brief overview of our experience at this year's Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival. We also touch on some local controversy and provide some suggestions for visiting Salem in October. Happy Spooky Season!

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01:28:43

32. Salem in Pop Culture (Part 2)

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/09/27

In Part 1, we talked about Salem representations in books, plays, TV shows, comics, and even a video game! Now let’s jump into Part 2 of our pop culture series as we cover some of the most iconic Salem movies: Lords of Salem, Hubie Halloween, Paranorman, and of course the beloved cult classic Hocus Pocus! Join local tour guides Sarah & Jeffrey as they talk about how Salem has featured on the big screen. This episode was brought to you by: Curly Girl Candy Shop 140 Washington St, Salem Ma,

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31. Witch Trials: Giles Corey

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/09/20

Within the scope of the Salem Witch Trials, 19 innocent people were hanged and 1 was tortured to death – pressed over the course of two days. Giles Corey, an 81-year-old yeoman farmer known for his grumpy disposition was that one outlier. Join Salem tour guides Jeffrey & Sarah as they talk about Corey's tenuous relationship with his neighbors, with the church, and why he was so critical of what was happening here in 1692. https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/corey_giles.html You know what to

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30. Interview: Father Sebastiaan - Author, Fangsmith,...

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/09/13

Join Sarah & Jeffrey for a true interview with a vampire. He is also a fangsmith, an author, and the Impresario of the Endless Night brand. You have heard us talk about the intimate Vampire Salons and the epic Vampire Balls, but let's see where it all started. We'll talk to the man behind the madness, the creature who created the world's largest vampire community, and what inspired this dark dream of

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01:16:37

29. Salem in Pop Culture

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/09/06

Everyone knows Salem! Maybe from the cult classic Hocus Pocus, perhaps the cat in Sabrina the Teenage Witch, or the The Crucible by Arthur Miller, just to name a few. There are countless other movies, TV shows, books, plays, comics, even video games! Join Salem locals as they chat about how our beloved Witch City has been woven into the fabric of our modern society. This episode was brought to you by: Curly Girl Candy Shop 140 Washington St, Salem Ma, 01970 @curlygirlcandyshop on Facebook,

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01:23:47

28. Salem History: The Salem Willows

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/08/30

Who doesn't like “a trip to the seaside” to "take in the air"? Well that's exactly why one of Salem's hidden gems was created. Join local tour guides Sarah & Jeffrey as they chat all about Salem Willows Park. Things may have changed over the past 220 years, but we still have those same European white willow trees, there's still a boardwalk filled with restaurants and entertainment, and you can still dip your feet in the ocean. Resources & Further Reading "'African Americans have enriched

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01:59:27

27. Witch Trials: Rev. George Burroughs

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/08/23

Who was Salem's King of Hell? Many believed that this former Salem Village minister was leading the coven of witches who had descended upon their communities. Head of the Devil's army on earth, and yet he hadn't been to Salem in nearly ten years. Join Salem tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they piece together this strange story of how a Harvard-educated man, living on the Maine frontier, became the only minister found guilty for

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26. Interview: Brian Sims (aka BORAH!)

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/08/16

In our last episode, you heard from the infamous green witch of Salem: BORAH Brewington Snaggletooth XIII. No let's hear from the man behind the makeup. Where did BORAH come from? What inspires such devilish wit? Join us for a behind-the-scenes talk with Brian Sims, the genius behind one of the most iconic street performers of modern Witch City. https://salemsblackhatsociety.org/index.html

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25. Interview: BORAH!

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/08/09

Who exactly is BORAH Brewingington Snaggletooth the 13th? They may be one of the most wickedly famous faces of Salem–often seen hexing tourists, screaming at loving couples, and bringing endless smiles to visitors and locals alike! BORAH brings street performing to a whole new level with their quick wit and over-the-top humor. Join local Salem tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah as they sit down and talk with the ever-green, ever-cynical Witch of Salem's Black Hat Society. RESOURCES & FURTHER

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24. Field Trip to Danvers

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/08/02

Just a few miles inland from modern Witch City sits Danvers, Massachusetts – or what once was Salem Village. Danvers can sometimes be overlooked within the scope of the Salem Witch Trials, but in reality, this is where it all began. Sarah and Jeffrey left the familiarity of their Salem streets and ventured to Danvers to see those the historic sites. From the old foundations of Reverend Parris's home to the actual house of witch trial victim Rebecca Nurse, join us as we wander in the footsteps of

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01:12:31

23. Interview: John Kozik, Owner of Salem Witch Board...

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/07/26

Have you ever tried to contact spirits? Those who are said to dwell beyond the vale? As the planchette moves across the board everything will be revealed. But just in case you don't have a Ouija Board, you can join Jeffrey and Sarah as they talk with John Kozik, owner of the world's only witch board museum. John has a near-encyclopedic knowledge of the talking board. We'll explore everything from the history and origins, to obscure boards, to some fun superstitions (or Ouija-stitions). All from

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22. Witch Trials: Rebecca Nurse

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/07/19

Eldest of the three sisters, happily married, mother to eight children and many more grandchildren, and a fully coveted member of the Puritan Church. And yet, Rebecca Nurse found herself at the heart of witchcraft accusations in mid-March of 1692. She was tried, found guilty, and executed. Join local Salem tour guides Sarah & Jeffrey for a discussion on the life and tragic death of this well-known Salem Witch Trials victim. RESOURCES Six Women of Salem: The Untold Story of the Accused and Their

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21. Salem History: Murder of Captain White

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/07/12

“An aged man, without an enemy in the world, in his own house, and in his own bed, is made the victim of a butchery murder, for mere pay.” Words spoken by Daniel Webster during Salem's most infamous murder trial. Join local Salem tour guides Jeffrey & Sarah as they recount the harrowing details surrounding the death of Captain Joseph White on that moonlit night in April, nearly 200 years ago. SPECIAL THANKS The Ordinary Extraordinary Podcast https://www.theordinaryextraordinarycemetery.com Kurt

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20. Ghost Stories & the Paranormal

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/07/05

This week, paranormal expert Dr. Vitka of Spellbound Walking Tours joins us for a peek behind the veil. What are what we call ghosts? A lingering spirit, imprints of energy, We don't promise to have the answers but we’ll share some stories, theories, and even a personal ghostly experiences or two! Note that we gave this episode the big explicit "E". Some topics of discussion may not be suitable for young ears. SPECIAL THANKS to Lauren and Kristian for sending in their stories! For more info

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19. Interview: Dr. Vitka, Owner of Spellbound Tours

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/06/28

Paranormal investigator? Bigfoot serenader? UFO believer? Elvis aficionado? Who exactly is the mysterious Dr. Mike Vitka! Joining Jeffrey & Sarah this week is fellow tour guide Mike Vitka, owner of Spellbound Walking Tours. Spellbound has been haunting the streets of Salem for over 20 years as Witch City’s original haunted tour. *EXPLICIT WARNING* This episode may not be suitable for young ears. Some grotesque subjects include decapitation, shrunken heads, and Bigfoot erotica. Pursue at own

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01:22:00

18. Salem History: The Great Fire of 1914

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/06/21

At 1:37 PM on June 25, 1914 a fire began at the Korn Leather factory in Salem's manufacturing district. It would burn for 13 hours, destroy a third of the city, and render 18k-20k people homeless. Join local Salem tour guides Sarah & Jeffrey as they talk about this often-overlooked tragedy that devastated Witch City in the early twentieth century. Resources: The Salem Fire. By Arthur B. Jones. (1914) https://books.google.com/books/about/The_Salem_Fire.html?id=NZwlAQAAMAAJ "The Great Salem Fire

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01:23:04

17. Witch Trials: Bridget Bishop (Part 2)

Salem The Podcast ·

2022/06/14

In Part 1, we covered the life of Bridget Bishop leading up to 1692. We stopped just short of how her story unfolds in the days after her arrest. Although she was hardly the first person accused, she was the first to be brought before the court of Oyer and Terminer. Join local Salem tour guides Jeffrey and Sarah, as they explore the last weeks of Bridget Bishop’s life. Resources: Because Bridget Bishop can be such a contested character in the historical record, we would like to note that we

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