93: Dancing with the Devil in Hartford, CT

On this episode of Common Mystics Jen and Jill examine the historical context and tragic results of the Hartford Witch Panic. Nearly 30 years before the infamous Salem Witch Trials, a panic was brewing in Connecticut. Hartford residents accused their neighbors of dancing with the devil and transforming into black hounds. In 1662, four people were hanged for their alleged crimes. One of them confessed. Support Common Mystics on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/commonmystics and sign up for exclusive bonus content like the Detours from each episode. Tier 4 Patreon subscribers gain access to monthly pods on various topics and live mentorship Zoom sessions on the last Sunday of each month. Join us!!!