What happens when a wealthy widow tries to outbuild her ghosts? In this case, a confusing labyrinth of staircases to nowhere, doors that open into walls, and windows that overlook nothing. Back from hiatus, Clara and Sabrina wander the endless halls of the Winchester Mystery House, uncovering how Sarah Winchester turned her fortune (and maybe her fears) into one of the strangest architectural enigmas in history. Was she haunted by the spirits of those killed by her family’s rifles, or simply a passionate architect? Grab a map and stay close as we take you through the winding maze of madness, mourning, and meticulous design!

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Winchester Mystery House - Timeline

Winchester Mystery House - History

US Ghost Adventures - Why the Winchester House Is Haunted

SFGATE - Everything you think you know about the Winchester Mystery House probably isn't true

Paulette Kennedy - THE ONE ABOUT SARAH WINCHESTER

Beck Technology - Rebels of Construction—Sarah Winchester and Her Mysterious House

Winchester Mystery House - The Untold Story of Isabel Merriman: Sarah Winchester's Spirited Sister

Wikipedia - Sarah Winchester

Wikipedia - Winchester Mystery House

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What would happen if a giant tank of molasses exploded in the middle of Boston? Unfortunately, that is not a hypothetical question, because over 100 years ago, one did. In January 1919, a massive storage tank burst, unleashing an unfathomable wave of deadly syrup that tore through the streets faster than anyone could run. But even after the molasses settled, the chaos was far from over. Grab your favourite molasses catching mug and some waders and join us to hear about the stickiest year Beantown ever had!

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History.com - Why the Great Molasses Flood Was So Deadly

City of Boston - 100 years ago today: Molasses crashes through Boston's North End

Scientific American - The Science of the Great Molasses Flood

USN History - A Sticky Situation: The Navy and the Great Molasses Flood

Wikipedia - Great Molasses Flood

The Guardian - The Great Boston Molasses Flood: why the strange disaster matters today

Boston Public Library - Molasses Disaster, Boston, Mass., 1919

Britannica - How Fast Is the World’s Fastest Human?

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In this episode of Brief Bewitchments, we’re lighting a candle for the original lesbian icon and lyrical enchantress herself, Sappho of Lesbos! As one of the most prolific poets of Ancient Greece, her words are still widely known today, and Sabrina will dive into the sacred and spell-worthy power of her poetry. Her passionate words can be used in modern witchcraft, and have become a part of queer magic for many who practice. So whether you’re manifesting desires, setting intentions, or trying to increase your sapphic longing, Sabrina will explain how Sappho has got you covered!

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