This podcast explores the historical context of witchcraft accusations in Ireland, contrasting it with other European nations like Scotland where persecution was more severe due to Ireland's strong pagan roots. The host introduces three key figures: Dame Alice Kytler and her maid Petronilla de Meath, the first recorded individuals accused of witchcraft in the Irish/British Isles, highlighting Kytler's wealth and resilience and de Meath's tragic fate. The episode then shifts focus to Biddy Early, a celebrated Irish healer and herbalist, detailing her life, her famous blue potion, and her eventual acquittal from witchcraft charges, emphasising her role as a justice-seeking figure. Ultimately, the source encourages listeners to reclaim their own "WITCH" title and recognise instances of oppression, drawing parallels between historical and contemporary experiences of female empowerment.

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