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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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107. "Salem Witch Trials" 2003 Miniseries

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/04/23

Look out Arthur Miller! You want historical accuracy? Cohesive storytelling? Solid early 2000’s made-for-TV acting? Did we mention the best depiction of the Salem Witch Trials in a visual media we've ever seen? Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they review this gem of an interpretation! Perhaps inspired by the pardons issued in 2001, this depiction of the trials is a real treat. We share our thoughts, reactions, concerns--and of course--how many witch hats we awarded the

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106. Elizabeth Lines, Titanic Survivor

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/04/16

Yes, you read that right! Let's take a deep dive to the Titanic. This week Jeffrey and Sarah were joined by special guest L.A. Beadles, host of Unsinkable, the Titanic Podcast. Both our subjects sit at the crossroads of dark history and collective tragedy. But the real question you're probably wondering is, "how on earth could Salem and the Titanic be

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105. Witch Trials: Dropping 1692 Into History

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/04/10

We are often wrapped in the cloak of Salem, its history, its architecture, its vibe. But 1962 stands as the consummate marker of our history. But what else was going in the world at that time? What names might the puritans in Salem have heard? So join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides as they talk 1692. Do you think Increase Mather ever saw a Shakespeare play? Did the judges have discussions about Isaac Newton and theories of gravity or planetary motion? Did Betty Paras ever meet

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104. The Groton "Witch"

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/04/02

Okay, but she wasn't actually accused of witchcraft, nor did she really accuse anyone of witchcraft. Was Elizabeth Knapp afflicted like Betty Paris and Abigail Williams? Absolutely. But why didn't her strange behavior lead to a witch hunt like the Puritan's would see in Salem twenty years later. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they talk about the so-called Groton “witch.”"In Defense of

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103. Witch Trials: The Judges (part 3)

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/03/26

More Judgment! We’ve covered the Chief Justice and some lesser-known names. Today we wrap up our series with our final five: John Hawthorne, Jonathan Corwin, Waitstill Winthrop, Bartholomew Gedney, and Thomas Danforth. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they once again judge the judges. Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM -

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102. Interview: Salemopoly with Kim & Mike of Nocturne

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/03/19

Have you heard of Salemopoly? How about Nocturne? If you haven’t and you love Salem...maybe you’ve been living under a rock. So let’s change that! Join Sarah and Jeffrey as they sit down for a round of Salemopoly with Mike and Kim of Nocturne. We'll learn about how they met, what brought them to Salem, and some of the cool antiques they've found along the way. Oh gods, buckle up! We’ve got so much going on here! Let’s find out what the most valuable Salem properties are, who gets to buy the Witch

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01:24:26

101. Witch Trials: The Judges (part 2)

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/03/12

Who else oversaw the Salem Witch Trials alongside Justice William Stoughton? There were in fact EIGHT other judges. So let's talk about them! This week we’re covering Samuel Seawall, Nathaniel Saltonstall, Peter Sargent, and John Richards. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they judge the judges. Where were they even from? How did they end up in these positions of power? Did they ever apologize? And how on earth do you pronounce Seawall?!Interested in Salem The Podcast

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100. Interview: Sarah and Jeffrey, Salem the Podcast

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/03/05

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99. Witch Trials: Chief Justice William Stoughton

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/02/27

Oftentimes when we talk about the Salem Witch Trials, it's about the victims, or the girls' behavior. But there is a whole different facet that comes into play as well. The Judges. So let's start our Judge series at the top, with the Lt. Governor. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they hash out the working of Justice Stoughton, how did he land the job, where did he come from, what was his background, and was he as bad as we all think.Interested in Salem The Podcast

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01:41:50

98. Other Salems

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/02/20

Salem. Salem? Salem! Salem… SALEM. We all know and love Salem (Massachusetts), and while we may be the most famous, we aren't the oldest, or the biggest, or the smallest. There’s so many other Salems out there. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem (Massachusetts) tour guides, as they learn a bit about all the other Salems out there. Do you know which states have a Salem? Follow along and take Sarah's test with Jeffrey and see how many you can get! Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?

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97. Salem Love Nuggets Vol. II

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/02/13

It's that time of year again! We know so many of you love Salem, have found love in Salem, have gotten married here (or divorced here), found romance (or maybe lost it). Or perhaps you found a real love for yourself in our strange little harbor city. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides as they read tales of romance from YOU, our listeners. These are your Salem love stories! Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for

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96. Salem History: Danvers State Hospital (part 3)

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/02/11

Is this the last episode on Danvers State? Only time will tell! In this final(?) installment, we'll talk about exploring abandoned buildings, fires, and what's happened to those buried on the property. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a chat about the downfall of this historic structure and what remains there

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95. Salem History: Danvers State Hospital (part 2)

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/02/06

Let's wander deeper into the halls of Danvers State Hospital with part two of our three-part series. Things get a bit darker this week as the history takes a turn for the worse with lobotomies, electroshock therapy, and a distinct lack of funds. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a chat about how the facility took a turn for the worse. But was Danvers State really as bad as we thought it to be? We also have a special little chat for you about an upcoming Broadway Play

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94. Salem History: Danvers State Hospital (part 1)

Salem The Podcast ·

2024/01/30

It’s 2024 and WE ARE BACK! Buckle up friends because we're heading just outside of modern-day Salem and over to Danvers (old Salem Village). Specifically, to Danvers State Hospital--once known as the State Lunatic Asylum at Danvers and now the Bradlee Danvers Apartments. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a chat about the land, the hospital, and its beautiful beginnings. Next week, we descend into

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Goodbye 2023

Salem The Podcast ·

2023/12/19

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93. Holiday History and Pagan Roots

Salem The Podcast ·

2023/12/12

‘Tis the season! Or so we say... A season for celebrations and traditions, some of which date back thousands of years. Whether it's Christmas, Saturnalia, or Yule, all have ties to the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year and a sign of the sun's return. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they talk about Nordic gods, festivals of lights, Queen Victoria, and of course, the Puritans. Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the

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92. Witch Trials: The Putnams (part 2)

Salem The Podcast ·

2023/12/05

Let's jump back into the Putnam Problem. After discussing the differences between Salem Village and Salem Town, both religious and social, and some of the Putnam ancestry, now we get to talk about their direct involvement in the trials. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite tour guides, as they talk about Thomas and his 120 court documents; Ann and her own afflictions; and of course Ann Jr., who makes more accusations of witchcraft than anyone else. Salem Witch Museum Salem Witch Trials: Documentary

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91. Witch Trials: The Putnams (part 1)

Salem The Podcast ·

2023/11/28

Welcome back to 1692. We're spending a couple weeks in Salem Village, with the Puritans who lived there. Specifically, the infamous Putnam family. Thomas Putnam Jr., Ann Sr., and Ann Jr. were responsible for more accusations of witchcraft than anyone else. It certainly seems like they had a bone to pick! Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! www.salemthepodcast.com NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email -

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90. Salem History: The Salem Common

Salem The Podcast ·

2023/11/21

Our beloved Common is one of the many hearts and historic centers of Salem. From the first muster of what is now the National Guard over 350 years ago to the filming of Hocus Pocus just 30 years ago, this public space has been a central part of Salem's ever-evolving story since the city's founding. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a conversation about fences, musters, hot air balloons, and oddly enough, tigers! 1700 Salem, by James Duncan Phillips, 1933. Based on research

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89. Special Interview: Bringing the Hocus Pocus Cast...

Salem The Podcast ·

2023/11/14

This October, Salem had the pleasure of hosting four cast members from the original Hocus Pocus film, thirty years after it premiered. But how does one even go about bringing four high-profile individuals into Salem during its busiest season? Well, we've got the answer for you! It involved a lot of leg work, a lot of planning, and good old fashioned Salem community. Join Jeffrey and Sarah as they sit down with the organizers of “It's all just a Buncha Halloween” in Salem; John Andrews of the

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