Episode 38  Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast  Witching in the 21st Century  After a summer break, Swailes the Friendly Green Witch is tackling a large topic, 'is witchcraft Dangerous?' Tackling  the greatest misconceptions about witchcraft by sharing personal experiences and reflecting on The Burning Times historical insights. The episode delves into the societal perceptions and historical treatment of witchcraft, highlighting the patriarchal influences and misconceptions that have persisted into modern times. There is no devil in the craft.  Swailes reflects on the witch hunts of the 16th and 17th centuries, drawing parallels to contemporary society's fears and misinformation. Emphasizing the empowering and healing aspects of modern witchcraft, the host encourages listeners to challenge societal norms and engage in thoughtful dialogue about the true nature of witchcraft. Made with love and magic by @friendlygreenwitch11.11 of @The_bell_witch_podcast  Email- [email protected]  The Bell Witch Podcast (@the_bell_witch_podcast) • Instagram photos and videos [https://www.instagram.com/the_bell_witch_podcast/] Join the Patreon to support the creator The Bell Witch Podcast | Podcast | Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/TheBellWitchPodcast] Mentioned in this episode-  https://open.spotify.com/episode/62jdpDDmPox3pZIGjDsvw3?si=fc186a5fdacf4c2c https://open.spotify.com/episode/3xC1T01S9D75ollsNoedaw?si=64e906e3e7c74078 Sponsored by Otley Ghost Tour  Turnip Fish Theatre Company (squarespace.com) [https://turnipfishtheatre.squarespace.com/] #PodcastPals  The Adventures of Lilly Thystle and her Flower Dragon | Podcasts [https://www.podcasts.com/the-adventures-of-lilly-thystle-and-her-flower-dragon] https://open.spotify.com/show/0e5i06FKGQPQwCEzhIpaT5?si=541c87d6be234bbd Sauces and Research  Questions About Salem MA Witchcraft | 1692 Salem Witch Museum [https://salemwitchmuseum.com/faqs/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFP0J9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHQEAygv-GZhaooZtt3AR7ykD5yjvKNc7jWKmpw4WlddjH88JLQERR0YShA_aem_1kx4_sybPx2Zn2pI7j1g_w] Witchcraft - UK Parliament [https://www.parliament.uk/about/living-heritage/transformingsociety/private-lives/religion/overview/witchcraft/] The trouble with witchcraft today - Big Issue North [https://www.bigissuenorth.com/features/2019/09/the-trouble-with-witchcraft-today/] Witchcraft – Beliefs: An Open Invitation to the Anthropology of Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion (pressbooks.pub) [https://oer.pressbooks.pub/beliefs/chapter/witchcraft/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFP0L1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRFMnCOb9pDsqENjUNQ2gdQFU0Pd8IjCLr93rHSJaYf1oxej9UMd1htjIA_aem_alLbnm_aoRJSUkbEv7JYgQ] Cover art by Coleen of StarGladeVintage on Pixabay