Talking History

The programme takes a contemporary look at history and the lessons that can be learnt from it. The show challenges the listener to rethink their views and to deepen their understanding of history.

Text 53106 (€0.30) Email talkinghistory@newstalk.ie

19:00 - 21:00 Sundays

Salem Witch Trials-Sunday 22nd January

Jan 16th, 2012, 11:10 am

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This Sunday Patrick and a panel of social and religious historians will be looking back at the Salem Witch Trials of the 1960s. Join us as we try to find out what drove the people of Massachusetts to condemn 29 of their neighbors for consorting with the devil and practicing witchcraft.