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News of the Times Episode 114 | 1677
The Legend of Mother Damnable –The Camden Town Witch
Mother Damnable, Mother Redcap, Mother Shipton. Who are they and what is their connection? In this episode we explore the legends – did she really cook husband number 3 in her oven? – and piece together the ties between the folklore and legends of all 3 personages in England’s History.
Hosted by Robin Coles.
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