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| 192. Jeff's Salem-centric England Trip | 07 May 2026 | 00:42:56 | |
The threads of Salem's history stretch around the world to build Salem's stories; from Hawaii, to Mauritius, to Japan, and of course to the United Kingdom. And Jeffrey was just recently in the UK and explored some cool Salem connections! Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as Jeffrey recounts his adventures and what he found. In episode 185 where Sarah talked about Sarah Remond's studies in England at the University College London, and from episode 172, when we discussed the play John Proctor is the Villain, Jeffrey found where she lived and saw the play! And what about Salem's founder, Roger Conant, he's from England too, a little village called East Budleigh down in Devon, Jeffrey had to check it out!
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/racism-racialisation/about-us/sarah-parker-remond-plaque-unveiling https://www.ucl.ac.uk/racism-racialisation/sarah-parker-remond-centre https://royalcourttheatre.com/events/john-proctor-is-the-villain/ https://www.eastbudleigh.org.uk/out-and-about.html
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| 191. Interview: Allie Del Franco, Founder of Witch City Comedy | 28 Apr 2026 | 01:01:24 | |
Ever done stand-up comedy? If you’re coming to Salem, now might be the opportune time to test your skills in a booming comedy scene. Each week, roughly half a dozen comedy shows take place at various venues throughout the city. But it wasn't always like that... not until Allie Del Franco came to town. Over the last few years, this New York transplant has single-handedly transformed the comedic landscape of Salem. What started as a weekly open mic night at Witch's Brew Cafe, has now blossomed into a coalition of 500 comics who just last year alone performed 250 shows. Allie dubs her army of laughter: Witch City Comedy. She is also the creator, writer, director, producer, inspiration, and star of her own television show, "Witch City." After winning multiple awards at the NYC TV Festival, the show will make its Salem premier at Cinema Salem on May 7th. The entire pilot was filmed in Salem and is full of Salem locals including our very own Sarah Black! So join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a chat with one of our funniest guests yet!
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| 190. Shipwrecks in Salem Sound | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:48:37 | |
The ocean is beautiful. But it is also unforgiving. Just beyond Salem’s shoreline, hidden ledges, shifting fog, and unpredictable weather have claimed ships and their passengers for centuries. Some wrecks ended in tragedy. Others in relief. And at least one left Salem awash with bananas. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a look at three shipwrecks from a curious book Sarah uncovered during an eBay deep dive: Shipwrecks North of Boston by Raymond H. Bates Jr. From an 18th-century pleasure cruise that became one of Salem Bay’s deadliest maritime disasters, to a Fourth of July excursion steamer caught in a violent squall, these stories reveal just how unforgiving Salem Sound can be. And then there’s the Ethelwold—a fogbound banana steamer that ran aground in 1901, prompting the crew to toss thousands of stems overboard… only for them to wash ashore for days along Salem and Marblehead.
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| 189. Salem History: Nathaniel Bowditch | 15 Apr 2026 | 00:58:06 | |
He was a man of numbers, perhaps THE man of numbers! Nathaniel Bowditch was a math super-genius, an astrologer, a bookkeeper, a finance bro, a shipmaster, a sailor, and by any and every account, a very practical navigator. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they learn who exactly this son of a copper turned finance guy really is. We know him as a shipmaster and navigator, but what other innovations can we credit this math wiz with? And is his famous book “The New Practical Navigator” still in use on every US vessel today?
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| 188. Interview: The Good Witch of Salem | 08 Apr 2026 | 01:02:01 | |
Salem is certainly full of witches. Some, however, fly above the rest for their influence and impact on the community--Samantha Stevens, Laurie Cabot, BORAH, etc. But have you met the Good Witch of Salem? You've probably seen her waltzing through downtown Salem in her iconic pink ballgown; or perhaps making potions or witch hats with kids at her shop; maybe in the parade or on the trolley. This witch does it all, spreading self-love and joyful energy everywhere she goes. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a sit down with the Good Witch herself, Ashley Tina, and learn all about her journey from teacher to innovative entrepreneur and Witch City icon. Where did she come from? How did she become such a staple of Salem? What is our golden heart and how can we discover the magic within ourselves?
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| 187. Annabelle Coming to Salem? | 02 Apr 2026 | 00:47:04 | |
Salem has witches, pirates, merchants, and murderers, but soon, Salem may another to the list: Annabelle, one of the most haunted dolls in America. The doll is currently part of the Warren’s Occult Museum, which has recently come under a new custodianship that wants to bring the whole collection to Salem. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a chat about the controversy surrounding the "haunted" doll. If a visceral two-hour meeting at City Hall or Reddit and Facebook posts are anything to go by, locals and paranormal investigators alike have strong opinions on the matter and the pot (or maybe cauldron) is well and truly stirred. Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com
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| 186. Salem History: Sarah Parker Remond | 25 Mar 2026 | 01:14:19 | |
The Remonds are by far one of Salem's most famous families. But it may be the youngest daughter, Sarah Parker Remond, who left the greatest impact. Following in her brother's footsteps, Sarah became an anti-slavery activist and lecturer. She toured the country, achieved international success, and earned advanced degrees, all at a time when women (specifically black women) were limited in public discourse. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for look at the exhilarating life of this very special Salemite.
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| 185. Salem History: Charles Lenox Remond | 18 Mar 2026 | 00:48:19 | |
While John and Nancy Remond served dignitaries and presidents at Hamilton Hall, their eldest son became an accomplished author and public speaker. Known for his voice and wit, Charles Lenox Remond was one of the first to speak out against the horrors of slavery. He traveled with William Lloyd Garrison, inspired Fredrick Douglas, recruited for the USCT, and spoke on political stages everywhere from Pennsylvania to Massachusetts. Join your favorite Salem tour guides for a peak into the life of Charles Remond.
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| 184. Salem History: The Remond Family | 11 Mar 2026 | 00:57:36 | |
Of all the famous names that have made their imprint on Salem's history, there's perhaps none more renowned and wide-reaching than the Remonds. In fact, one could argue they are the most famous family in Salem's history. Rather than just one man, one merchant, one author, one woodcarver, the Remonds left a multigenerational legacy. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides for a chat about John and Nancy, the first Remonds of Salem.
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| 183. Witch Trials: Alice Parker | 04 Mar 2026 | 00:59:11 | |
We return to 1692 Salem to talk about another victim of the Salem Witch Trials: Alice Parker. Details of her early life may be scant - maybe even nonexistent - but those superstitious puritans left behind plenty of vivid examinations and testimony for us to sift through. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a look at Alice Parker's story.
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| 182. The Blizzard of '78 (revisited) | 25 Feb 2026 | 01:16:30 | |
Salem is buried in snow! Or rather - the whole New England region is. We thought it was the perfect time to dig up our Blizzard episode from last year. Stay warm! ----- New England is known for its unpredictable and unforgiving winter weather. We've seen everything from ice storms to a Snowpocalypse, but few storms have had the impact as the Northeastern Blizzard of 1978. Hurricane force winds, extreme tidal flooding, and over two feet of snow in less than two days. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they recap the damage, devastation, and aftermath of this historic storm. You'll hear some light-hearted insights about how Salem State College students weathered the blizzard, as well as some grim details about an oil spill and fatal rescue attempt off Salem's coast.
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| 181. Essex Street (part 4) | 18 Feb 2026 | 01:18:45 | |
Our journey down Essex Street comes to an end with a final stroll through the McIntire District. We leave behind the bustling downtown center with a history of commerce, theaters, and banks, to venture into a quieter, residential stretch. From the Witch House to the intersection at Boston Street, let's walk the last .6 miles of our Salem's main drag. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, for one final exploration of Essex Street. Feel free to open google maps and walk with us as we start our journey at the Witch House!
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| 180. LIVE: Salem Love Nuggets Vol. IV | 10 Feb 2026 | 01:28:34 | |
Welcome to our fourth annual installment of Love Nuggets! This time, in front of a LIVE audience at Longboards Restaurant & Bar located on Pickering Wharf. If you didn't make it out during the untimely blizzard and parking ban, fret not, you can listen now. It was Salem's So Sweet weekend and we found some sweet and shocking history for you - not to mention our lovely listener contributions. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they cover “love” in Salem! We’ve got the sorted history of Valentine's Day, love from the grave, and of course the actual nuggets of love, your stories from right here in the Witch City. Has Salem cast her spell on you yet?
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| 179. Debunking the Tunnel Myth | 28 Jan 2026 | 01:17:07 | |
We're back for another round of tunnel hunting! Way back in Episode 10, we talked about the legend of smuggling tunnels under Salem and it has been somewhat of a running joke on the Pod ever since. But it's time to revisit these rumors, because historically, there was no network of secret hidden tunnels in Salem. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they debunk the persistent claims about these so-called smuggling tunnels. We're also putting our money where our mouths are! If you have actual physical or historical evidence of tunnels in Salem, we are offering a $300 reward. We’re not messing around this time. Come to the Love Nuggets Live Show on Feb 7th at Long Boards!
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| 178. Salem's Tercentenary 1926 (part 3) | 21 Jan 2026 | 01:29:06 | |
How do you wrap up a week-long celebration of 300 years of history? With more parades... obviously! Along with band concerts, street fairs, fireworks, a grand ball, and even a firemen's muster. Our coverage of Salem's 300th birthday may be coming to a close, but we still have a lot to get through on the event line-up. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they reach their conclusion on the celebrations of a century ago. Tickets to our next LIVE SHOW on February 7th!
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| 177. Salem's Tercentenary 1926 (part 2) | 13 Jan 2026 | 01:21:22 | |
A century ago Salem celebrated its 300th birthday. And they had a party like you would never believe! Last week we covered just the first day of festivities, so let's see what the next few days have in store! Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they take another look back at Salem's Tercentenary celebration. Prepare for parades, parachutes, and presidents galore! Tickets to our next LIVE SHOW on February 7th
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| 176. Salem's Tercentenary 1926 (part 1) | 06 Jan 2026 | 01:26:52 | |
Happy Birthday Witch City! Salem was founded in 1626 by Roger Conant which means this year we celebrate 400+ years of history. So how is Salem The Podcast gonna kick off the celebration? Let's turn back the clock by 100 years and see how the people of Salem were celebrating back in 1926! Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they dive into the monumental week-long extravaganza that was Salem 300. It all kicked off with church bells ringing on the morning of July 4th. What followed was an array of musical performances, parades (yes, plural), warships, bonfires, and visit from the Vice President, and lots and lots of traffic!
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| 175. Essex Street (part 3) | 30 Dec 2025 | 01:15:29 | |
Let's return to Essex Street! At the end of part 2, we stopped at the East India Square Fountain, so we will pick up there and wander all the way down to North Street. Today, you'd walk past apartments, Professor Spindlewinks, Count Orlok's, and Rockafellas. But if we could turn the (Almy's) clock back, we would see Almy's department store, flanked by banks, banks, and more banks! Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they explore more of Essex Street's past. What lay where the Ped Mall is today. And what would you see past Town House Square? Just how many grand theaters used to dot Essex Street? And what does the YMCA and Alexander Graham Bell have in common? Oh, and why on earth does Essex Street have a 4.1 rating on Trip Advisor?
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| 174. Holiday House Tour 2025 | 24 Dec 2025 | 01:01:55 | |
Salem doesn’t shut down after Halloween. Quite the opposite, in fact! During the winter months, Witch City plays host to so many fun holiday traditions, markets, events, and celebrations. But few compare to “Christmas in Salem.” On the first weekend of every December, Historic Salem Inc. presents a unique experience where we get to tour historic homes decorated for the holiday season. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as reminisce about the beautiful houses that were on this year's itinerary. Chestnut Street, Broad Street, the Pickering House... does it get much better than that?! Did we have a favorite? Any surprises along the way? Can you go see any of them yourselves? Yes, yes, and yes again!
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| 173. Interview: Amber Newberry, Owner of Die With Your Boots On | 16 Dec 2025 | 01:16:42 | |
You know it, you love it, Salem's longest-standing goth style clothing, Die With Your Boots On! For almost a decade they have been “keeping Salem's dark subcultures in clothing as black as their hearts.” So let's meet the mastermind behind the brand: the writer, the poet, the musician, the fashionista herself, Amber Newberry. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a sit-down with Amber. Learn how a girl from small-town Georgia made her way to the forefront of Salem’s modern, inclusive, goth fashion subculture.
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| 172. "John Proctor is the Villain" Review | 10 Dec 2025 | 01:48:25 | |
From award-winning playwright Kimberly Bellflower comes a modern reimagining of Arthur Miller's The Crucible. Set in rural Georgia in 2018; what does high school feminism, mixed with the #MeToo movement, and studying the Salem Witch Trials look like? Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they read through and reflect on this modern, feminist response to Arthur Miller's interpretation. We found it to be a masterful piece of art that shows just how important and relevant these stories are, especially in today's world. TW: This episode, and the play, do contain discussions of sexual assault of minors. If you or anyone you know has experienced sexual assault please know you are not alone. Call: 1-656-4673 Text: Hope to 64673 https://rainn.org/help-and-healing/hotline/
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| 171. Witch Trials: John Proctor (part 3) | 03 Dec 2025 | 01:20:53 | |
John Proctor was hanged on August 19, 1692. His wife Elizabeth, while found guilty, received a stay of execution because of her pregnancy. We have covered accusations, arrests, jail time, family ties, but we're not done yet. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they focus on what happened to Elizabeth Proctor and the struggles she faced after the trials. Let's wrap up the Proctor story.
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| 170. Touring the Pickering House | 26 Nov 2025 | 02:11:00 | |
Nestled under the shade of a copper beech, with its iconic spired fence and captivating gables, sits a rare gem of American history. The Pickering House is the oldest, continuously lived in home in the United States, with over 350 years of stories, it stands as a testimony to the enormity of Salem’s history. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they take a tour of this iconic landmark led by the current caretaker and Executive Director of the Pickering House: Vijay Joyce. A wealth of knowledge, Vijay teaches us about the Pickering family, the house itself, the land, the ties to the Revolutionary War, and even the Treaty of Canandaigua. From playing host to George Washington himself, to recently appearing in People Magazine as a wedding venue, The Pickering House has it all! https://www.pickeringfoundation.org
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| 169. Witch Trials: John Proctor (part 2) | 19 Nov 2025 | 01:44:20 | |
We left off last time with the arrest of Elizabeth Proctor. So now our story continues with the accusations against her, which very quickly spread to her husband, John Proctor. It's no longer just women, it's no longer just Salem, the fear of the Devil has spread. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they recap testimony, petitions, and sift through accusations and evidence surrounding the Proctor family. What made John different? What made him stand out? Was it just chance and bad timing, or was it something more?
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| 168. Witch Trials: John Proctor (part 1) | 12 Nov 2025 | 01:09:55 | |
October may be over, but history persists! And we're getting back into the Salem Witch Trials. Executed on August 19th 1692, John Proctor may be one of the most famous names associated with Salem, but does he deserve the fame? Join your favorite Salem tour guides as they tackle the first part of this man's life. From his arrival to the Massachusetts Bay Colony at the age of three, to his life as a father, farmer, and tavern owner.
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| 167. Movie Review: The Salem Chronicles | 06 Nov 2025 | 01:35:19 | |
It's movie review time! Sarah learned about a new direct-to-streaming movie set in Salem. We looked at the premise, we watched the trailer, and we were EXCITED. That excitement didn’t last though because this movie was... something. Just how bad was it?? There's only one way to find out - watch it yourself. If already have, we're sorry! And if you haven't, you've been warned. But to save you from that horror we've done a full review, both historically and cinematically. Join your favorite Salem tour guides as they review this disaster of a movie.
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| 166. 2025 October Check-In (part 2) | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:43:43 | |
Hello from the busy streets of Witch City! Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem pumpkins, as they waddle their way around downtown to chat with visitors, workers, and street performers. Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com
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| 165. 2025 October Check-In (part 1) | 24 Oct 2025 | 00:53:00 | |
Oh hello October. It's been BUSY here. We hope all of you are enjoying your spooky season! Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite (exhausted) tour guides as they do a mid season check in. What's been happening on the streets? What wild tourists have they encountered? And just how long was the line for the Salem Night Faire?! This is only part 1 for the episode. Stay tuned for part 2 where we don our blow-up pumpkin costumes and hit the streets to chat with locals and tourists and see how their season is going! Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? CLICK HERE! Interested in supporting the Podcast? Looking for more Salem content? CLICK HERE! NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com
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| 164. Salem History: Forgotten Murders | 17 Oct 2025 | 01:23:41 | |
What's spooky season without a bit of true crime? While sensational murders like that of Captain Joseph White in 1830 took Salem and the country by storm, there are countless more that have since been forgotten. But leave it to Sarah to dig through old newspapers and bring them back into our collective memory! Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides as they learn about some crimes of Salem's past. What about the dog who knew of a body in a well and no one listened? How about an attempted murder with a weapon purchased right on Front Street? And lastly, a gruesome murder on Boston Street. Was it a lover's quarrel, a secret engagement, or just a creep who couldn't handle rejection?
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| 163. Haunted Happenings Parade 2025 | 07 Oct 2025 | 01:10:20 | |
For the third consecutive year, we're giving you a front-row seat to the annual Haunted Happenings Grand Parade! But this year, our commentary looks a little different! We teamed up with Salem Access TV and the Salem Chamber of Commerce to be the on-air hosts for the parade! We know some of you watched it live, and some of you have already seen it on youtube, but if you haven't... Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides as we cover the parade in its entirety!
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| 162. Salem History: Haunted Houses | 30 Sep 2025 | 01:41:19 | |
Who doesn't love a haunted house? Think Dracula's Castle, not the Merchant Hotel. Salem has a long (and somewhat sorted) history of haunts and for this episode we had to call in an expert: Erik Rodenhiser, Salem local and a fan favorite of the podcast. Erik has been building haunts in Salem for over 30 years and he agreed to give us all the juicy details and history! Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides (and Erik!) for a deep dive into the history of these spooky halloween favorites. From the Wharf to the Commons, to Essex street and beyond, what long-forgotten haunts use to line Salem's streets? And how serious did these “Haunt Wars” get?
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| 161. Essex Street (part 2) | 23 Sep 2025 | 01:14:27 | |
Let's keep exploring the history of Essex Street! We spent part one strolling from Collins Cove to the Hawthorne Hotel. Part two brings us up a little further to the East India fountain and we cover everything that's packed in between--Salem's layered history of maritime, architecture, literature, and cinema continues. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for another walk down Essex Street. We delve into the history of the Peabody Essex Museums properties, the long since gone armory, and while Cinema Salem is there today, what about the grand theater that used to be where the parking garage is now?
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| 160. Essex Street (part 1) | 17 Sep 2025 | 01:06:15 | |
Let’s take a walk down Essex Street, Salem’s oldest and perhaps most iconic street, it didn't always play host to millions of visitors in October. It is lined with over 400 years of history: architecture, maritime, farming, industry, banking, murder, and so much more. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a stroll down Witch City’s main drag, recounting buildings and people long gone along the way. From Collins Cove and unmarked graves, to homes that predate the Witch trials, and merchants in between. Let's see what this first part of Essex St holds. Feel free to open google maps and walk with us as we start our journey. Google Maps. “Directions to 42.5261979,-70.8841083.” Google Maps. https://www.google.com/maps/dir//42.5261979,-70.8841083/@42.5249201,-70.8860927,17.1z/data=!4m2!4m1!3e2?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDkxMC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D.
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| 159. LIVE At the Hawthorne Hotel | 09 Sep 2025 | 01:47:13 | |
Thank you to everyone who was able to join us at the Hawthorne Hotel on September 2nd for our LIVE show. It was wonderful to see you all! For those who couldn't make it this time, we have for you now, Salem The Podcast LIVE at the Hawthorne. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as we take a deep dive into the history of Salem’s favorite hotel. From the land it sits on to the building itself; from the the celebrities who have stayed here to the ghosts who refuse to leave; come spend an evening at the Hawthorne with us. And special thank you to Claire Kallelis, the General Manager of the Hawthorne, who was kind enough to sit down with us for the start of the show and chat about her job and history of this historic landmark. https://www.hawthornehotel.com/ Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? CLICK HERE! NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com
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| 158. Interview: Mary Bingham, Descendant of Sarah Wildes | 26 Aug 2025 | 01:29:01 | |
When we talk about the Salem Witch Trials, we spend most of our time focused on 1692, give or take a half-century. Rarely do we bring it all the way to modern day. But many of those involved in the trials had descendants and we finally got the chance to interview one. Just as the stories of innocent victims are woven into our city's history, Sarah Wildes, has woven her way into Mary Bingham's life. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides as they get to hear first-hand from a witch trial descendant, three times over, about her life, her research, her theories, and how the very concept of the Salem Witch Trials has impacted her life. A true lived historical experience.
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| 157. Salem Islands (part 2) | 19 Aug 2025 | 01:08:24 | |
Fall may be approaching, but we're still living the island life! Salem Sound has so much to offer and Misery and Bakers were just the tip of the... island? In part two, we'll venture to Children's (or Cat) Island and hear about how it went from small pox to summer camp. Sarah reads us the long lost tale: “The Desperado of Cat Island.” And we've got a Spanish ship wreck at Tinkers! Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they hop back on the boat and explore like the maritime sailors of old!
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| 156. Salem Islands (part 1) | 13 Aug 2025 | 01:12:47 | |
When you think Salem, you probably envision Essex Street or the Common, perhaps the Willows or Derby Street. But what about islands in Salem Sound? Wait - Salem has islands?! You bet! And quite a few at that. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they explore what lies beyond Salem's shores. We'll cover just two of Salem’s many Islands in our first installment: Baker's Island and Misery Island. Let's talk private beaches, lighthouses, sunken ships, wildlife preserves, fires, hotels - there's so much to explore!
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| 155. Witch Trials: Elizabeth Howe (part 2) | 05 Aug 2025 | 01:12:00 | |
In our last episode, we covered Elizabeth Howe's life leading up to 1692, her journey from Yorkshire to Rowley, and the whispers of witchcraft that followed her before any afflicted girls in Salem cried out her name. In part two, we dive into her examination, subsequent testimonies, and trial aftermath. There's even a few research gems at the end. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for the conclusion of Elizabeth Howe's story.
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| 154. Witch Trials: Elizabeth Howe (part 1) | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:48:40 | |
We're back from break! And what better way to return than with an episode about a victim from the Salem Witch Trials. Elizabeth Howe is the only person we have yet to cover from the July 19th executions. She was also the only person executed from the town of Ipswich, even being referred to as the Witch of Ipswich. Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they cover the first part of Elizabeth Howe’s life. From her birth in Yorkshire England to whispers of her being a witch a decade before the Salem Witch Trials.
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| 2025 Update! | 22 Jul 2025 | 00:29:27 | |
Hello hello! We've missed you all. We've got some updates for you and a full witch trial episode dropping next week. Get ready for more witches, new topics, and an upcoming LIVE show! Thank you to all our listeners for your never-ending support. We could not do this without you. | |||
| 153. Winters of New England's Past | 06 Apr 2025 | 01:16:30 | |
A few weeks ago, we covered the Blizzard of 1978. But what about the Blizzard of '88... 1888 that is? What about centuries before that? Snow storms are destructive enough in the modern era, but how did Puritans in colonial New England deal with them? We'll also jump 150 years forward to the Great White Hurricane of March 1888. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides as they talk about more winter, more snow, and more cold.
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| 152. Interview: Georgia Wrenn | 28 Mar 2025 | 00:51:11 | |
Who is the most famous artist in Salem? Some would say that title goes to 13-year-old Georgia Wrenn, the talent behind “Georgia Made This.” You've probably seen her selling Salem-inspired merchandise at the Salem Arts Festival, or perhaps at the Haunted Happenings Marketplace in October. You can also find her products in Moons Gift Shop and at the Peabody Essex Museum Store! And we know several of you listeners probably have "Georgia Made This" apparel hanging in your closet at this very moment. Join Jeffrey and Sarah as they sit down with the Georgia (and her Dad, Chris) to learn about how she got her business off the ground at just 6 years old. What's her favorite design thus far? How does she feel about opening a new store on Front Street? And did she really meet Adam Sandler? @georgiamadethis
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| 151. Salem in 1892 | 20 Mar 2025 | 01:11:18 | |
Some of you may remember the 300th year anniversary of the Salem Witch Trials. Perhaps you watched as the memorials were dedicated. Or you followed Laurie Cabot and her fellow witches up to Gallows Hill. But surely none of you were around in 1892! Nearly a century and a half ago, Salem was commemorating the bicentenary of the Salem Witch Trials... or were they? What exactly did Salem look like and how did they treat this grim history? Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, for a little 1892 adventure. Are you buying Witch Cream and cigars from the pharmacy at the Witch House? Or being taken on a carriage tour to the hanging grounds. And which house inspired Hawthorne's House of the Seven Gables again?
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| 150. Witch Trials: Sarah Wildes (part 2) | 14 Mar 2025 | 01:18:45 | |
Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they round out the life of Sarah Wildes. What lasting repercussions did her quick betrothal have on her life? Is that why Mary Reddington slandered her for decades? Was the scythe cursed or were they just a bunch of teenagers? It all comes together in the end.
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Clara Arlette Avery, The Averell-Averill-Avery Family: A Record of the Descendants of William and Abigail Averell of Ipswich, Mass. Marilynne Roach, The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-By-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege Walter Davis, The Wildes Family of Essex County, Massachusetts https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/sarah-and-john-wildes-home-site-of/ https://historyofmassachusetts.org/sarah-wildes/ https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/tag/wilds_sarah.html
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| 149. Witch Trials: Sarah Wildes (part 1) | 07 Mar 2025 | 01:27:51 | |
333 years ago, fear was starting to stir in seventeenth-century Salem as a few young girls claimed to be afflicted by unseen forces. Over the next year, superstition, fear, and a broken legal system would ultimately lead to the wrongful convictions and executions of 19 people. But what exactly was so scandalous or threatening about Sarah Wildes? Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they delve into the life of another victim from the Salem Witch Trials. Was her reputation as bad her time in court would make it seem? Did she just follow a non-traditional path? And where did she get that silk scarf?! Endless Night Salem Vampire Salon : discount code SALEMTHEPOD
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| 148. Interview: Diane Wolf, Chef and Restaurateur | 27 Feb 2025 | 01:18:17 | |
What does the Lobster Shanty, Wolf Next Door Coffee, and Front Street Coffeehouse have in common? These local eateries are all owned and operated by Diane Wolf, Salem's favorite restauranteur extraordinaire. We stole Diane away from tireless work to learn a bit more about her dedication to good coffee and an even better meal. What brought Diane into Salem's restaurant scene in the first place? How did she end up juggling three establishments? And do any ghosts lurk in the basements of your favorite coffeehouse? We'll talk lobster rolls, tourist shenanigans, and even a food network appearance. PS. You might not want to listen to this one on an empty stomach! https://lobstershantysalem.com/ https://www.wolfnextdoorcoffee.com/ Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!? CLICK HERE! NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered Tours www.salemuncoveredtours.com Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours www.bewitchedtours.com | |||
| 147. Love Nuggets Vol. III | 21 Feb 2025 | 00:58:09 | |
It's that time of year again and love is in the air! Red roses... dead roses... either way... Salem sees love stories all year long! Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they share YOUR love stories of Salem. What do we have this year? Updated naked adventures! Baby witches! Destination proposals! And a mystery listener shoots their shot!
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| 146. The Blizzard of '78 | 13 Feb 2025 | 01:16:12 | |
New England is known for its unpredictable and unforgiving winter weather. We've seen everything from ice storms to a Snowpocalypse, but few storms have had the impact as the Northeastern Blizzard of 1978. Hurricane force winds, extreme tidal flooding, and over two feet of snow in less than two days. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they recap the damage, devastation, and aftermath of this historic storm. You'll hear some light-hearted insights about how Salem State College students weathered the blizzard, as well as some grim details about an oil spill and fatal rescue attempt off Salem's coast.
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| 145. Salem History: Leslie's Retreat (revisited) | 06 Feb 2025 | 01:54:27 | |
Hide the cannons! Grab your muskets! It's the 250th anniversary of Leslie's Retreat and Salem's annual reenactment of this underrated Revolutionary War conflict is just weeks away! In 1774, the people of Salem took a stand against Colonel Leslie and his 200 British troops. Although no shot was fired, some say February 26th marked the real start of the War for Independence. To commemorate the anniversary, Salem is hosting an array of lectures, programs, and even a "Revolution Ball" at Hamilton Hall! So before we take you back to Episode 52 to brush up on the history, let's chat details about what Salem has in store for this momentous occasion. Perhaps Revolutionary War reenactments aren't your thing! Don't fret! We'll also be covering updates about the upcoming Vampire Salons.
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| 144. Laurie Cabot (part 4) | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:40:43 | |
Four parts! Our last and final episode on Laurie Cabot, the Official Witch of Salem. Someone who, by her very presence and actions, has changed the face of this city over the last fifty years. Join Sarah and Jeffrey, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they talk about some last-minute hidden stories about Laurie Cabot's past, and share some fun listener insights with you as well!
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