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| Ghosts: Spooky Summonings | 09 Sep 2024 | 01:05:59 | |
The Boogeyman, Bloody Mary, Candyman, and others are anxiously waiting to be summoned this spooky season. Listen to today's episode to find out how! Sources: Girls Sleepover Creepy History How To Summon Bloody Mary And Other Slumber Party Monsters Scary stories - Boogeyman - Wattpad My Two Encounters with a Hellhound… : r/Paranormal SCARY FACTS AND STORIES - Charlie Charlie, are you there? - Wattpad The Candyman - Interesting Horror Stories for Kids | |||
| Creeps Speak 3 | 20 Jul 2024 | 01:24:53 | |
Another creepy collection of stories sent in by our listeners of their spookish, real life experiences. If you have a story you'd like to submit, email us at spookishpodcast@gmail.com or dm us on Instagram, @spookishpodcast to hear your story in a future episode! | |||
| Ghosts: The Sallie House | 06 Apr 2024 | 00:54:01 | |
In one of America's spookiest states lies a house harboring Sallie. Is she the ghost of a girl who died a tragic death, or a demon who wants to eat your soul? Find out for yourself by listening to today's episode. Sources:Sallie House - WikipediaSallie House - US Ghost AdventuresSallie House - Atchison KS, 66002Haunted America: The Sallie HouseSallie House Overnight Stay - Visit AtchisonGoogle Review Sallie HouseAt the Sallie house tonight AMA : r/ParanormalThe Sallie House : r/nosleep
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| Spookish History: Poveglia Island | 31 Mar 2024 | 01:01:33 | |
What do military outposts, plague quarantine sites, and insane asylums have in common? They all occurred on this tiny island in Italy. Listen now to learn about its spookish past and present. Sources: Black Death ("Hollaback Girl" by Gwen Stefani) No trespassing: 9 places you’re not allowed to visit Poveglia Island: All About Venice’s Haunted Island Poveglia Island | Travel Channel's Ghost Adventures Poveglia Island - The Little House of Horrors Poveglia Plague Island – Venice, Italy - Atlas Obscura The haunting of Italy's Poveglia Island | Times of India Travel The Horrifying Plague Filled History Of Poveglia Island Italian Ghost Stories: Poveglia Island | |||
| Cryptids: Not Deer | 23 Mar 2024 | 01:11:49 | |
Today, Heather introduces us to monsters lurking in the Appalachian Mountains: the Not Deer. Are they descendants of Norse gods, Native American folklore, or simply normal deer with a disease or two? Find out now! | |||
| Spookish History: Dyatlov Pass | 10 Feb 2024 | 01:23:29 | |
No one really knows what happened to claim the lives of 9 incredibly experienced Soviet hikers back in 1959, but Bailey came prepared with theories and all the puzzling details for this episode. Sources: Has an Old Soviet Mystery at Last Been Solved? | The New Yorker The Dyatlov Pass incident: How did nine Russian hikers lose their lives? | Sky HISTORY TV Channel How do you pronounce kolmogorova in English? | |||
| Spookish History: Fae/Fairies | 27 Jan 2024 | 00:49:50 | |
If you have ever been interested in learning some basic truths about fairies or the fae, this is the episode for you. Heather walks us through what fairies are, where they reside, what they do, and most importantly, how to avoid them. Sources: Lesson 1-1 - Fae Folk: The World of the Fae Fae – Mythical Creatures Guide Fae | Supernatural Beings Wiki The Fae Meaning and Mythology Secrets You Need To Know - The Peculiar Brunette | |||
| Cryptids: Mothman | 20 Jan 2024 | 01:01:54 | |
Bailey teaches us all about the media phenomenon that is Mothman. From his origins to his cheeky statue, the story of Mothman is one you won't want to miss. Sources: The Terrifying Tale of West Virginia's Legendary Specter: The Mothman The True Story Behind The Legendary Mothman Said To Terrorize West Virginia | |||
| Aliens: Skinwalker Ranch | 14 Jan 2024 | 01:06:49 | |
Bailey attempts to make sense of the cryptid, paranormal, and multi-dimensional madness that takes place at Skinwalker Ranch in today’s episode of Spookish. How Skinwalker Ranch Became a Hotbed of Paranormal Activity | HISTORY I-Team: Skinwalker Ranch and the 'hitchhiker effect' | |||
| Ghosts: Robert the Doll | 13 Jan 2024 | 00:40:18 | |
Today we talk about the doll who inspired the Chucky movies. Robert and his lifelong friend Gene got up to quite a bit of mischief. Sources: Discover the Story of Robert the Doll What Is The Curse of Robert the Doll Ghostly Gatherings with Robert the Doll What Did the Osbourne's Do During the Lockdown The Creepy True Story Behind Chucky. Robert the Doll Ghosts and Gravestone | |||
| Creeps Speak 2 | 31 Dec 2023 | 00:53:43 | |
Happy New Year! To celebrate, listen to this episode of stories from the lives of fellow creeps, including one which made Bailey literally cry in fear. You won't want to miss hearing these real life tales of terror! | |||
| Creeps Speak 1 | 23 Dec 2023 | 00:46:43 | |
A podcast episode chock full of spooky and terrifying tales from the lives of our very own creeps!! Thank you to everyone who shared their horror with us! If you have a story you’d like to share you can dm us on Instagram @spookishpodcast or email us at spookishpodcast@gmail.com. Merry Christmas!
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| Cryptids: Bigfoot Part 5 | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:50:41 | |
Our final installment of Bigfoot episodes is all about Bigfoot theories. Listen now and let us know which was your favorite! Sources: Bigfoot Collectors Club: "Vanishing Bigfoot" on Apple Podcasts | |||
| Spookish History: Winter Solstice | 16 Dec 2023 | 00:43:11 | |
Heather introduces us to some Pagan winter solstice mythology. Cozy up with some cocoa and listen to this Yule themed episode!
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| Cryptids: Loch Ness Monster | 09 Dec 2023 | 01:00:45 | |
Heather goes over history, research expeditions, and evidence of the Loch Ness Monster on today’s episode of Spookish. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loch_Nesshttps://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-36024638.amphttps://www.strathspey-herald.co.uk/news/another-sonar-sighting-leaves-nessie-experts-stunned-216443/https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loch_Ness_Monsterhttps://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/lochness/legend.htmlhttps://www.jacobite.co.uk/blog/law-protection-loch-ness-monsterhttps://daily.jstor.org/nessiteras-rhombopteryx-the-loch-ness-monster/
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| Cryptids: Yokai | 02 Dec 2023 | 01:05:21 | |
Bailey teaches us what yokai mean to Japanese culture, their origins, as well as 12 examples of yokai from across Japan. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yuki-onna#Storieshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jor%C5%8Dgumohttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gashadokurohttps://yokai.com/yamauba/https://blog.gaijinpot.com/7-scariest-japanese-ghosts-and-ghouls-to-haunt-your-dreams/
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| Ghosts: Villisca Ax Murder House | 18 Nov 2023 | 00:56:49 | |
Bailey leads us through what happened in the Moore’s house on the night that claimed eight lives. We also go over the hauntings in current day and possible suspects in this unsolved case. https://www.reddit.com/r/Ghosts/comments/eldrm7/stayed_the_night_at_the_villisca_axe_murder_house/ https://roadtrippers.com/magazine/villisca-ax-murder-house-iowa/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Villisca_axe_murders https://www.reddit.com/r/ChilluminatiPod/comments/r110km/my_experience_ghost_hunting_at_villisca_ax_murder/ https://adelaidehauntedhorizons.com.au/haunted-villisca-ax-murder-house-ghosts/ https://www.vice.com/en/article/ppm84g/why-did-a-ghost-hunter-stab-himself-inside-a-famous-axe-murder-house-1118
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| Spookish History: The Lost Colony | 11 Nov 2023 | 00:51:58 | |
Heather walks us through the history and theories revolving around the disappearance of over 100 English colonists from Roanoke Island in 1590. Submit Stories here: Spookishpodcast@gmail.comMusic Via FesilyanStudios Sources: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dare_Stoneshttps://news.artnet.com/art-world/archaeologists-mystery-lost-roanoke-lost-colony-1921594https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/131208-roanoke-lost-colony-discovery-history-raleighhttps://historycollection.com/lost-colony-roanoke-8-theories-mysterious-island-inhabitants/https://history.howstuffworks.com/history-vs-myth/roanoke-colony1.htmhttps://news.artnet.com/art-world/archaeologists-mystery-lost-roanoke-lost-colony-1921594/amp-pagehttps://www.historyskills.com/classroom/modern-history/roanoke/#:~:text=This%20theory%20suggests%20that%20the%20colonists%20may%20have%20relocated%20to,presence%20has%20ever%20been%20found.https://littlethings.com/lifestyle/roanoke-mystery-theories/3647536-2https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roanoke_Colony#:~:text=The%20fleet%20consisted%20of%20seven,Barlowe)%20and%20two%20small%20pinnaces.https://www.britannica.com/place/Roanoke-Island#:~:text=The%20island%2C%2012%20miles%20(19,parents%20in%20the%20New%20World.https://shorelineobx.com/blog/history-of-roanoke-island/#:~:text=The%20history%20of%20Roanoke%20Island%20is%20tied%20to%20the%20very,continues%20to%20mystify%20historians%20today.
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| Ghosts: The Legend of La Llorona | 04 Nov 2023 | 00:57:05 | |
Today we learn about the origins of the legend of La Llorona, different versions of her story, and some Spookish encounters from present day. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jokMhVxOZmc&t=0s https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Llorona#/media/File%3A%22La_llorona%22_de_mandera.JPG https://www.legendsofamerica.com/gh-lallorona/ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PvEayLpeUAg&t=0s https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0rFgvibIV-U&t=0s https://www.reddit.com/r/scaryeddie/comments/13xpape/la_llorona_caught_on_camera/ https://blogs.loc.gov/folklife/2021/10/la-llorona-roots-branches-and-the-missing-link-from-spain/ https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Llorona https://books.google.com/books?id=tdBBTe-ntEQC&pg=RA1-PA5#v=onepage&q&f=false https://digitalcommons.wku.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=4497&context=theses
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| Cryptids: Skinwalkers | 28 Oct 2023 | 01:05:39 | |
Today, Bailey teaches us the history, folklore, and myths surrounding skinwalkers interspersed with firsthand accounts of people who have had run ins with them. https://www.legendsofamerica.com/navajo-skinwalkers/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYccS3r95GUhttps://www.history.co.uk/articles/from-skinwalkers-to-wendigos-4-native-american-myths-and-legendshttps://www.reddit.com/r/skinwalkers/comments/1z1nbo/navajo_skinwalker_encounter_on_a_bus_seen_on_an/https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1968&context=gradreports
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| Ghosts: The Conjuring House | 21 Oct 2023 | 00:57:20 | |
Today’s episode covers the events that took place at the Conjuring House, whether or not the movie accurately described the haunting, and the real role of the Warrens on the case. https://globalnews.ca/news/8247260/bathsheba-search-for-evil-andrea-perron-interview-the-conjuring/https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/movies/2013/07/22/conjuring-true-story-perron/2457209/https://www.historyvshollywood.com/reelfaces/conjuring.phphttps://www.looper.com/393453/bizarre-things-that-happened-on-the-set-of-the-conjuring/ https://wokq.com/we-talked-to-ghosts-in-the-real-conjuring-house-in-new-england/ https://people.com/travel/we-tried-it-i-spent-a-terrifying-night-at-the-real-life-conjuring-house/
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| Spookish History: Halloween Origins | 14 Oct 2023 | 00:56:37 | |
In this episode, Bailey leads us through the origin of Halloween traditions both at home and abroad. https://www.thefactsite.com/100-halloween-facts/https://www.thehistorypress.co.uk/articles/where-does-halloween-come-from/#:~:text=Today%20the%20celebration%20of%20Halloween,are%20much%20older%20than%20Christianity.https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/halloween-ideas/a35150/halloween-facts/https://www.history.co.uk/articles/15-frightening-facts-about-halloweenhttps://www.allrecipes.com/article/bobbing-for-apples-origin/#:~:text=Bobbing%20for%20apples%20originated%20in,they%20were%20soulmates%20or%20not.https://blogs.loc.gov/headlinesandheroes/2021/10/the-origins-of-halloween-traditions/#:~:text=Yet%2C%20the%20Halloween%20holiday%20has,costumes%20to%20ward%20off%20ghosts.
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| Cryptids: El Chupacabra | 07 Oct 2023 | 00:53:42 | |
On today’s episode of Spookish, hosts Bailey, Heather, and Hunter discuss origins, explanations, and lesser known theories revolving around El Chupacabra. Submit Stories here: Spookishpodcast@gmail.com Music Via FesilyanStudios Sources for today's episode: https://arquivo.pt/wayback/20090713065825/http://news.mongabay.com/2007/0904-chupacabra.html https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-2011-03-31-ct-met-kass-0331-20110331-story.html https://www.chieftain.com/story/special/1999/10/31/la-chupacabra-just-when-you/8818012007/ https://www.teachingforchange.org/caribbean-connections-puerto-rico-battle-for-paradise-excerpt https://www.livescience.com/13356-el-chupacabra-mystery-solved.html https://www.ctvnews.ca/mobile/mythical-chupacabra-may-have-turned-up-in-texas-1.254742 | |||
| Ghosts: Annabelle | 10 Jul 2024 | 00:57:37 | |
Annabelle is perhaps the world's most famous haunted doll. In today's episode, Bailey shares with us her true origins and where she can be found today. Sources: My Life Turned into a Nightmare After Meeting the Real Annabelle Doll Real ‘Annabelle’ story shared by Lorraine Warren at Milford’s Lauralton Hall The Real Annabelle Doll's True Story Of Terror. | |||
| Aliens: Abducted in Arizona | 30 Sep 2023 | 00:45:00 | |
On today’s episode of Spookish, we detail the alien abduction of Travis Walton, possible motivations for fabricating his story, and whether or not we believe him. Music via FesliyanStudios Sources for today’s episode: | |||
| Cryptids: Bigfoot Part 4 | 29 Jun 2024 | 00:47:47 | |
The theme of this episode is disappointing to some, but nevertheless, it contains relevant information for those of us who desire to be Bigfoot experts. Buckle up for a rollercoaster of Bigfoot "proofs." Sources: Texas Geneticist Invented Study Georgia Bigfoot body in freezer - Tom Biscardi Ric Dyer Matt Whitton Bigfoot hoax ends badly: Montana jokester hit, killed by car - Los Angeles Times First the leprechaun and now this? Photos of Wilmer Bigfoot hoax go viral | |||
| Cryptids: Bigfoot Part 3 | 17 Jun 2024 | 01:06:23 | |
Encounters, encounters, and more encounters is what you will encounter in today's episode. Tune in for Bigfoot sightings and colorful commentary now! Sources: Bigfoot: The Pacific Northwest's Claim to Cryptid Fame | HowStuffWorks Do you personally know anyone who claims to have had a Sasquatch encounter? Is Bigfoot real? Everything you need to know about the Sasquatch | Live Science Why Do So Many People Still Want to Believe in Bigfoot? | Smithsonian It's hard to prove that something, even a monster, doesn't exist - The New York Times Woman claims she saw Bigfoot; sues California to prove it - ABC7 Chicago Bigfoot 911 Call in Washington State 1990 Bigfoot 911 calls in (HD) Weed culture. True crime. Bigfoot lore. 'Sasquatch' has something for everyone | |||
| Spookish History: The Wurzburg Witch Trials | 28 May 2024 | 00:55:21 | |
Bailey teaches us all about the witch trials that claimed the lives of over 900 people at the height of the German witch craze. Thirty Years' War - Students | Britannica Kids | Homework Help | |||
| Cryptids: Bigfoot Part 2 | 13 May 2024 | 01:02:08 | |
Last time we talked about Bigfoot in ancient folklore, this week we focused on significant happenings in Bigfoot lore from the modern era. Sasquatch the Legend - Ultra Madness | |||
| Cryptids: Bigfoot Part 1 | 27 Apr 2024 | 00:50:14 | |
Did you know that Bigfoot has roots in folklore all over the world? Today, we focus on ancient Bigfoot history mostly drawn from the legends of North American indigenous peoples. Submit your Spookish experiences to spookishpodcast@gmail.com Sources: Bigfoot Cousins Claimed in Many Countries | Live Science Stages Of Human Evolution Stock Illustration - Download Image Now ‘Missing link’ in human history confirmed after long debate | CNN | |||
| Aliens: The Roswell Incident | 14 Apr 2024 | 01:04:33 | |
Join us as we uncover the truth behind the Roswell incident of 1947. Bailey leads us through eye witness accounts, government cover ups, and fun anecdotes. 6 Things Witnesses Said About The Roswell Incident Roswell - New Mexico, Alien & UFOs | |||
| Cryptids: Korean Monsters | 13 Jul 2025 | 00:51:45 | |
Akin to our Yokai episode, today Bailey takes us to a new culture where we learn all about Korean myths and monsters. Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTryFH8MaLk https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dokkaebi https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gwisin https://vocal.media/horror/gwisin-the-haunting-history-and-folklore-of-korea-s-restless-ghosts https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korean_virgin_ghost https://www.wattpad.com/1482973478-urban-legends-the-egg-ghost https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bulgae https://www.90daykorean.com/korean-myths/ | |||
| Cryptids: Wendigo | 28 Jun 2025 | 01:04:52 | |
Welcome back to Spookish Season 3! We are kicking off the new season with an episode on the Wendigo! Heather teaches of its origins in folklore, references in pop culture, and modern day sightings. Listen now! Music via FesliyanStudios Sources for today’s episode: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Algonquin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Algonquin_people http://www.native-languages.org/algonquin-legends.htm http://www.native-languages.org/windigo.htm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1xCrsKIB24 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgK0iZStpNA https://www.facinghistory.org/ideas-week/more-monsters-deeper-significance-wendigo-stories https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10685673/ Wendigo Encounter. : r/ParanormalReddit · r/Paranormal50+ comments · 2 years ago https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/bwr7w9/wendigo_story/ https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptids/comments/z0sx25/me_my_girlfriend_and_her_mom_just_encountered_a/ | |||
| Spookish History: Vampires | 08 Sep 2025 | 01:11:51 | |
Ever wondered why people believed vampires turned into bats or why garlic repels them? Heather takes us through these questions, other common vampire myths, and the origins of this legendary monster in today episode of Spookish. Email us at Spookishpodcast@gmail.com to hear your spooky experiences in a Creeps Speak episode! Sources: The Vampire Historian podcast | |||
| Spookish History: Nahanni Valley | 05 Aug 2025 | 01:07:25 | |
Today's episode is full of unsolved mysteries and unexplained deaths. Learn how Nahanni Valley National Park earned its nickname as the Valley of the Headless Men. This haunting place has a plethora of theories attached to it including werewolves, river monsters, wild men, and aliens. Listen now and see if you come to your own conclusions! Sources: Haunting History of Canadian National Park | |||
| Ghosts: The Wyoming State Hospital | 18 Sep 2025 | 00:49:55 | |
Have you ever heard of an insane asylum where everything was operated peacefully and above board? Me neither, and the Wyoming State Hospital is no exception. In today's episode, Bailey teaches us all about this spooky place in a small town that was so haunted, the police had to intervene. Send your spooky experiences to us at Spookishpodcast@gmail.com Like what you hear? Please consider rating our show or writing a review! Sources: Bailey's friend, Riley, and her family (Thanks Riley!) | |||
| Aliens: The Kelly-Hopkinsville Encounter | 24 Sep 2025 | 00:49:39 | |
This iconic alien visitation from the 1950s is the root of much of what we know as common alien lore today. Give a listen to hear how today's story gave us Green Little Men, Gremlins, E.T., and a Pokemon. Send us your spooky stories at spookishpodcast@gmail.com for a chance to hear them read in a future episode. Sources: | |||
| Ghosts: National Park Scares | 18 Oct 2025 | 01:06:33 | |
The episode that at least one of our listeners has been waiting for: a collection of creepy stories from National Parks, brought to us by Bailey. Close your blinds, lock your doors, and prepare to be spooked by these creepy tales from the woods. Sources: | |||
| Cryptids: Mongolian Death Worms | 13 Feb 2026 | 00:56:19 | |
Come with us to the Gobi desert to learn about the cryptid which inspired Dune and Tremors: the Mongolian Death Worm! Enjoy this wormy, Valentine's Day treat brought to us by Bailey. | |||
| Spookish History: New Year's Traditions | 31 Dec 2025 | 00:55:02 | |
The New Year is a time for many traditions around the world. Listen to today's episode to learn what different customs have to do with breaking plates, performing exorcisms, and dressing in drag. Happy New Year creeps! Thanks for listening! Sources: The History of New Year’s Resolutions Celebrating the New Year in Asia How to Celebrate New Year's Eve Like a Dane Smashing Tradition: Exploring Denmark’s Affectionate Plate-Shattering Ritual on New Year’s Eve Celebrate New Year's Eve in Spain Traditional Black Southern New Year's Day Meal - Dash of Jazz Hogmanay Traditions to Celebrate the New Year - Barcaldine Castle New Year’s Traditions That Include Windows & Doors | Window World of Boston. New Year's Eve Irish Traditions - Twinkl The best New Year’s traditions in Switzerland How Did the Medieval World Celebrate New Year? | History Hit | |||
| Creeps Speak 4 | 31 Oct 2025 | 01:23:54 | |
Happy Halloween! Here's a spine-tingling treat for your enjoyment today! Thanks to all our listeners who submitted their real life scary stories to entertain us this spooky season! | |||
| Ghosts: The Enfield Haunting | 27 Oct 2025 | 00:50:36 | |
Spooky season calls for a good old fashioned haunting episode. Bailey shares the story of a little girl, her family, and the ghost that wouldn't leave them alone. Listen to hear the piece of evidence that sways Hunter to believe in ghosts for the first time since the podcast began. Sources: The Enfield Poltergeist: Inside the Real Story that Inspired 'The Conjuring 2'. The True Story Of The Conjuring: The Perron Family & Enfield Haunting The Enfield Haunting and The Conjuring 2 True Story | |||
| Spookish History: The Salem Witch Trials | 22 Oct 2025 | 01:11:55 | |
We've done an episode of one of the European witch trials in the past, but today we are sharing the homegrown horrors from right here in America, the Salem witch trials. Today's episode focuses on the victims of the witch trials and their fates. TW: infant death, child loss, pregnancy loss. Sources: A Brief History of the Salem Witch Trials A True Legal Horror Story: The Laws Leading to the Salem Witch Trials John Proctor (Salem witch trials) - Wikipedia After 329 years, a woman accused of being a witch in Salem has been exonerated TAMUC History Professor Busts Myths About The Salem Witch Trials | |||