Halloween Episode: Witches

Witches: The Story of Mary Bateman | What the Hell Happened! Podcast
Hosted by Esther & Alice

In 18th-century England, fear and superstition still ruled the countryside—and few stories capture that better than the tale of Mary Bateman, the so-called “Yorkshire Witch.” Known for her charm, cunning, and supposed supernatural abilities, Bateman made a living selling charms, potions, and “protective” spells… until her dark secrets caught up with her.

Behind the facade of a fortune-teller and healer was a skilled con artist—and possibly, a murderer. In this episode, Esther and Alice explore the life and crimes of Mary Bateman, how she manipulated her victims through fear of witchcraft, and why her legend still lingers as one of the last echoes of England’s witch hysteria.

🕯️ Witchcraft, deception, and the deadly power of belief—this is the story of the Yorkshire Witch.

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