They Hanged a Cat for Treason

They Hanged a Cat for Treason

Cats today are beloved pets, internet icons, practically family members- but it hasn’t always been this way. For centuries, some saw them not with affection, but with suspicion. They were once viewed as conspirators, criminals, and vessels of evil- accused of serving witches, burned in town squares, and even executed for treason. Why were they so feared and despised?

The Gods who killed summer

We all know the story of Persephone and Hades, but what about the other gods and monsters who bring the end of summer?  This is the story of two forgotten cycles—one born from the fury of the sea, the other from a betrayal on the land—that explain why the golden days of summer must always come to an end. In this episode, we cover: The Orcadian myth of Sea Mither and Teran The skinless horror of the Nuckelavee How Slavic Jarilo's betrayal brings winter...

The Sorcerer Who Vanished from the Tower of London

Is magic real?  The Elizabethans certainly thought so. In a world lit by candlelight and shadowed by mystery, belief in witches, spells, and omens was as real as the rising sun. From the royal court to the village square, magic and superstition shaped everyday life—guiding decisions, inspiring fear, and influencing even the greatest minds of the age. In 1561, a man named Hew Draper vanished from the Tower of London, leaving behind only a strange astrological carving on his cell wall. Was it magic? An escape? Or something darker? This is the mysterious story of Elizabethan England's lost sorcerer.  Dive into the facinating past of the Tower of London's Salt Tower and its most puzzling inmate. This video looks at the story of Hew Draper, the Bristol innkeeper who was accused of witchcraft and sorcery during Queen Elizabeth I's reign. We take a closer look at the detailed astrological sphere and planetary grid he etched into the wall of his prison cell—a silent message that still hasn't been solved. The video covers the history of Elizabethan occult practices, John Dee, astrological magic, the Witchcraft Act of 1563, and the influential figures Draper encountered, including Bess of Hardwick. Could this carving have served as a magical tool? A celestial chart? Or was it just a way for a condemned man to pass the time? did he become a victim of the Tudor justice system, or did he manage to escape his destiny through means we can't comprehend?

Sacred MAGIC or Saintly MADNESS? The Dark Truth of Scotland's Holy Isle

Deep in Loch Maree, a tiny island hides a tree studded with coins, a well that forgot how to heal, and graves of lovers who trusted fate too far. Isle Maree is where Scottish legends whisper of magic, saintly miracles, and a queen’s secret wish. But whose power still lingers? In this episode, we cover: Queen Victoria's visit to Isle Meree The healing well The sacred Oak tree The forgotten rituals The old gods/ spirits of the Island

A Magical Journey | May Day Celebrations in Britain

May Day celebrations in Britain are full of colours, from the crowning of the May Queen, Jack in the Green parade, Morris dancing, and Bealtaine fire festival to the collecting of May dew. The list goes on.  In this episode, we take a look at some of the celebrations taking place in England, Scotland, and the Isle of Man.