HistoryExtra podcast Scotland’s last witch
Nov 3, 2023
Explore the remarkable story of Helen Duncan, the last witch to be convicted in Britain in 1944. Delve into her extraordinary abilities as a spiritualist medium, the legal consequences she faced, and the debate between spiritualists and psychical researchers. Learn about the process of materialization mediums, the role of spirit guides, and the phenomenon of ectoplasm. Discover the tragic life and trial of Helen Duncan, her return to performances after prison, and the shift in public opinion towards her legitimacy.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Enigmatic Helen Duncan
01:39 • 7min
Rise to Fame and Attention of Spiritualists, Psychic Researchers, and the Law
08:25 • 3min
Spiritualist Medium Sessions in the 1930s: Materialization and Spirit Guides
11:09 • 7min
The Tragic Life and Trial of Helen Duncan
18:31 • 19min
The Continued Popularity of Spiritualism and Helen Duncan's Return to Performances
37:47 • 2min