WitchStory

Kayla Kandzorra

A bi-weekly podcast where hosts Stephanie and Kayla discuss trials and tales of witches throughout the centuries. Each episode will shed light on a new story bringing attention to the thousands of people who have been persecuted as a witch. Grab a tea, light a candle, and join us with our historic tales of woe!

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S2 · E9
Apr 12, 2022 · 42 min
The Curious History of Witch Bottles
Archaeologist Kayla Kandzorra and historian Stephanie Zaslov chat about how some old bottles were used to ward off hexes and evil witches. Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to the true history of witchcraft. Every episode is a different story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. Rate and Subscribe for more! Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com Sources: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/witch-bottle-full-teeth-pins-and-possibly-urine-discovered-chimney-180973448/ https://unmaskedhistory.com/2019/10/06/appalachian-folk-magic-the-witch-bottle/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7116482/
S2 · E8
Jan 26, 2022 · 24 min
The Henot Trial: Germany's First Female Postmaster
Welcome back coven to The Henot Trial! In this episode, Kayla and Steph talk about a fascinating woman in history named Katharina Henot. Katharina was Germany’s first female postmaster - an intelligent, wealthy, mother and businesswoman. But why did she fake her father’s death? Why was this the spark that later led to the Cologne Witch Trials in Germany? Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to a true tale of historic witches. Every episode is a different story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. Rate and Subscribe for more! Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com Sources: http://historyheroines.com/2018/04/04/katharina-henot/ https://www.historicum.net/themen/hexenforschung/lexikon/alphabetisch/h-o/art/Henot_Katharin/html/artikel/1606/ca/d7b6277f5a/ https://www.rheinische-geschichte.lvr.de/Persoenlichkeiten/katharina-henot/DE-2086/lido/57c82b951aab93.67871848 http://www.anton-praetorius.de/downloads/14.2.12%20%20Koeln%20Hexenprozesse%20Presse%20Berichterstattung.pdf Music by JuliusH from Pixabay
S2 · E7
Oct 31, 2021 · 58 min
Halloween Horror Stories!
Blessed Samhain and Happy Halloween to our coven of listeners! This is a bonus episode of our podcast where we asked listeners to share their haunted experiences with us. Thank you very much to all guests who contributed. Enjoy the stories and stay spooky! Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Steph Zaslov
S2 · E6
Oct 25, 2021 · 35 min
The Yorkshire Witch (+ Bonus: Samhain Special!)
Blessed Samhain to you all! In this episode, hosts Kayla and Steph go over the horrifying accounts of Mary Bateman (Harker), otherwise known as the Yorkshire Witch. At the end of the episode stay tuned as your hosts go over the history of Samhain and how you can celebrate. Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to a true tale of historic witches. Every episode is a different story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. Don't forget to rate and subscribe for more! Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com Music by JuliusH from Pixabay Sources: - Llewelyn's Sabbat Essentials -Davies, Owen (2004). "Bateman, Mary (1768–1809)" -Johnson, Helen (31 October 2018). "The Yorkshire Witches: Mary Bateman, Mary Pannal and Mother Shipton". Yorkshire Post. -Knipe, William (1867). "Mary Bateman". Criminal chronology of York castle; with a register of criminals capitally convicted and executed at the County assizes, commencing March 1st, 1379, to the present time. York.
S2 · E5
Sep 14, 2021 · 26 min
Hekate: The Goddess of Witchcraft
Hekate, the goddess of witchcraft. This episode talks about the history, mythology, archaeology and worship of and ancient Greek goddess, Hekate. Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to a true tale of historic witches. Every episode is a different story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. Rate and Subscribe for more! Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com
S2 · E4
Jul 27, 2021 · 1 hr 5 min
A Finnish Witch Trial & Vagina Magic!
In this episode, hosts Kayla and Steph have a special guest: Elena from the Witch n' Bitch podcast! Elena talks about the history of Finnish witches, the Lavinto witch trial based on maleficium, male witches, and vagina magic! We have a lot packed for you in this hour long episode, so grab a brew and enjoy. Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Special Guest: Elena from @witchnbitchpod Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com Music by JuliusH from Pixabay Sources: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Sonja-Hukantaival/publication/309041621_For_a_Witch_Cannot_Cross_Such_a_Threshold_-_Building_Concealment_Traditions_in_Finland_c_1200-1950/links/596df7ee0f7e9bd5f75f5a31/For-a-Witch-Cannot-Cross-Such-a-Threshold-Building-Concealment-Traditions-in-Finland-c-1200-1950.pdf https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1057/9781137547279_1
S2 · E3
Jul 13, 2021 · 21 min
The Ancient Witch Prince of China
You heard right: witch, prince, China. How did cursed witch dolls almost ruin the entire Han Dynasty? Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to this dramatic but true tale of historic witchcraft. Every episode is a different story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. Rate and Subscribe for more! Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Guest Editor and Researcher: Jamie Li Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com
S2 · E2
Jun 29, 2021 · 23 min
The Real Geilis Duncan
Happy Midsummer Everyone! Today’s episode is on Geilis Duncan, who some of you may recognize from the Outlander Series. However, Geilis was a real woman accused of being a witch in 16th century Scotland. In this episode, Kayla and Steph discuss the start of witch trials in Scotland by featuring Geilis' tragic tale. Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to another true tale of historic witches. Rate and Subscribe for more! Sources: Daemonologie - King James VI England’s Witch Trials Were Lawful - K. Eschner Newes from Scotland - declaring the damnable life and death of Dr. Fian, a notable sorcerer - J. Carmichael Outlander (series) - D. Gabaldon Satan's conspiracy: magic and witchcraft in sixteenth-century Scotland - R. Scot & B. Nicholson The Scottish Witchcraft Act - J. Goodare The demonology of King James: includes the original text of daemonologie and news from Scotland. D. Tyson Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com
S2 · E1
Jun 15, 2021 · 29 min
The Legend of "Baba Yaga"
Welcome back everyone to Season Two of WitchStory! Today’s episode is on The Legend of the Baba Yaga: Stories, History, and Etymology of the Favourite Witch Tale. Who is this mysterious woman living in the forest? And where did the story originate? Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to a fun folk lore tale of witches. Every episode is a different story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. Rate and Subscribe for more! Sources: Baba Yaga: The Ambiguous Mother and Witch of the Russian Folktale by Andreas Johns, 2004. Baba Yaga, the Witch from Slavic Fairy Tales by Małgorzata Oleszkiewicz-Peralba, 2015. Morozko (film) - 1964. Rossiiskaia grammatika by Mikhail Vasilevich Lomonosov, 1755. Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com
S1 · E13
May 4, 2021 · 1 hr 1 min
"Witch" Stories and Folk Tales from Pakistan
Welcome to the season finale of WitchStory! For this episode, Kayla and Steph have invited a very special guest: Wardah Saeed. Wardah shares her family's stories of legends and lore from Pakistan. This includes churails, the concept of jinn and shirk, and other spooky folk tales. Together, the three chat and explore Pakistan's culture and also their concept of 'witches' through these oral stories. Grab a tea, get cozy, and tune in today. WitchStory will be back in just a few weeks, so don't forget to subscribe and follow us on social media! Special Guest: Wardah Saeed Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com
S1 · E12
May 1, 2021 · 46 min
Witches in Estonia? The Polula Trial
Beltane Blessings everyone! Today’s episode is on the Polula Witch Trial in Estonia. Kayla and Steph go off script in this episode while they explore the history and culture of Estonia’s witches and early paganism. Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to a true tale of historic witches. Every episode is a different story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. Rate and Subscribe for more! Source Link: http://www.ra.ee/pargamendid/index.php/en/parchment/view?id=16973&_xr=eNpFjUEOgkAMRe%252FSAygjCuS7YuE5zAQamASKoWVhDHd3qiau%252BvLSvkYEvBKKa0T1BUWoQI%252B4duPMYkdlR3IfQEnUkm2WFnFVgm5t63QBsfT3p3MB8nH2zMCOJ1BZ%252F5wuq31yeS23Jj70rJ2bBjRFGbb%252FEecv%252B%252F4GUl0yIg%253D%253D Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com
S1 · E11
Apr 20, 2021 · 43 min
The Loudun Possessions
In this episode, Kayla and Stephanie talk about the Loudun Possessions in France. A convent of nuns possessed by demons, a parish Priest burned at the stake for sorcery, and a pact with the devil signed in blood. Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to a true tale of historic witches. Every episode is a different story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. Rate and Subscribe for more! *warning: a demonic text is read. Sources: The Loudun Possessions: Witchcraft Trials by Mary Kay, Hunter. A Case of Witchcraft: The Trial of Urbain Grandier by Robert Rapley. “Pact allegedly signed between Urbain Grandier and the Devil, submitted as evidence during the 1634 Loudun Possession Trial” from Columbia College. Music: JuliusH from Pixabay Demon Story by Alex Mason Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com
S1 · E10
Apr 13, 2021 · 37 min
Possessed Nuns and a 'Witch' Priest
In this episode, Kayla and Stephanie tell the real story of the Aix-En-Provence Possessions in the 1600’s. Many nuns began to experience a possession, all blaming Father Louis Gaufridi. Following one nun’s story (Madeline de Demandolx de la Palud) through the exorcisms and trials, to get to the bottom of the real motive behind the possessions. Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to a true tale of historic witches. Every episode is a different story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. Rate and Subscribe for more! *trigger warning: sexual assault is discussed. Sources: - The Encyclopedia of Demons and Demonology by Rosemary Guiley. - A Notorious Woman: Possession, Witchcraft and Sexuality in Seventeenth-Century Provence by Anita M. Walker and Edmund H. Dickerman. Music: Waves - Michael Kobrin (Pixabay) Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com
S1 · E9
Apr 6, 2021 · 6 min
Alice Lake: Hanged for Witchcraft
In this minisode, host Kayla talks about the story of Alice Lake from the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Hanged for witchcraft around 1651, her tale is curious albeit very tragic. Give this quick episode a listen so Alice's story won't be forgotten! Sources: - A Modest Inquiry the Nature of Witchcraft by John Hale. - Entertaining Satan: Witchcraft and the Culture of Early New England by John Putnam Demos. - Women & Witchcraft in Colonial Dorchester: The Tragic & Mysterious Story of Alice Lake by Sarah K. Black. Music: JuliusH from Pixabay Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com Every episode is a different researched story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. We thank you for listening, please rate and subscribe for more!
S1 · E8
Mar 30, 2021 · 20 min
America's First Witch Hanging: Alse Young
Kayla and Stephanie tell the story of Alse (Alice) Young, the first recorded execution of a witch in America, as well as the first recorded trial of a witch, Mary Johnson. Many people think Salem when they think of witches but nope, this story takes place in Connecticut! Grab a tea, get cozy, and listen to a true tale of historic witches. Sources: One of Windsor: The Untold Story of America's First Witch Hanging by Beth Caruso. Music: JuliusH from Pixabay Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: Instagram - @witchstorypod Twitter - @witchstorypod Email - witchstorypodcast@gmail.com Every episode is a different researched story on historic witch trials, witch tales, or folk lore relating to witches. We thank you for listening, please rate and subscribe for more!
S1 · E7
Mar 23, 2021 · 37 min
The Plum Hollow Witch
The Ottawa witch who solved a murder. In this episode of Witchstory, hosts Kayla and Steph (with special guest Katy Lamb) discuss the real legend of a local Canadian witch named Elizabeth Barnes. In the 1800's Elizabeth Barnes' clairvoyant abilities helped solve many crimes and questions, including a missing man and his murderer. Grab a tea and join the trio on this fun tale of an adored infamous witch! Music: JuliusH from Pixabay Hosts: Kayla Kandzorra + Stephanie Zaslov Social Media: @witchstorypod Email: witchstorypodcast@gmail.com
S1 · E6
Mar 16, 2021 · 34 min
Ostara: A Spring Celebration
Do rabbits lay eggs? Is Easter actually a Pagan holiday? In this special episode of WitchStory, hosts Stephanie and Kayla talk about the surprising history of Ostara and how you can honour and celebrate this magical time of year.
S1 · E5
Mar 9, 2021 · 29 min
Walpurga Hausmannin: Witch, Vampire, or Serial Killer?
In this episode, a 16th century widow was accused of witchcraft... but what she confessed, was so much more than a little sorcery. Kayla and Steph retell her tale and try to uncover if she was innocent - or a notorious serial killer. Listen to the story of Walpurga Hausmannin today! Music: Demon Story - Alex Mason.
S1 · E4
Mar 2, 2021 · 37 min
The Haunting of the Bell Witch
The legend of Cate Batts, the Bell Witch, has haunted a small town in Tennessee for centuries. This was the first time in American history that a paranormal entity was blamed for the death of a man... but what really happened at the Bell House so many years ago? Grab a tea and join Kayla and Steph as they ponder the spooky history of the famous haunting.
S1 · E3
Feb 23, 2021 · 26 min
The Witch Island of Hungary
What really happened at Hungary's Witch Island that is now supposedly haunted? Who were these witches and what actually led to their demise? Join Kayla and Stephanie as they discuss their research on the famous witch trial, pointy hats, and fish soup!

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