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Witch hunts: The medieval conspiracy that just won't die

Witch hunts: The medieval conspiracy that just won't die

Update: 2024-08-13
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When did you last hear the phrase "witch hunt"? Thanks to powerful figures like Donald Trump, chances are you see it in the headlines pretty often. Whispers of witchcraft go way back, but the conspiracy really took hold in medieval Europe — with deadly consequences. So how come it's still around, and how has the power shifted? Our adventure reveals why this chapter of history is far from closed.
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