The Salem Witch Trials of 1692 were a series of hearings and prosecutions of people accused of witchcraft in colonial Massachusetts. These trials resulted in the execution of 20 people, mostly women, and caused widespread panic and hysteria in the community. The trials began when two young girls, Betty Parris and Abigail Williams, started exhibiting strange behavior and claimed to be possessed by witches. They accused several women in the community of bewitching them, which led to a chain reaction of accusations and trials. The trials were conducted in a highly biased and unfair manner. The accused were presumed guilty until proven innocent and were often subjected to harsh interrogations and even torture.
I can’t think of an episode of HODINKEE Radio that was more fun to prepare for than what we've got for you today. I basically spent a few hours at my desk watching clips of magic shows on YouTube, digging for information while also trying my hardest to avoid spoilers. And I’m happy to confirm that's a pretty great way to spend an afternoon.
I basically spent a few hours at my desk watching clips of magic shows on YouTube, digging for information while also trying my hardest to avoid spoilers. I basically spent a few hours at my desk watching clips of magic shows on YouTube, digging for information while also trying my hardest to avoid spoilers.
The accused were presumed guilty until proven innocent and were often subjected to harsh interrogations and even torture. The court relied heavily on spectral evidence, which was based on the belief that the accused person's spirit could appear to the victims in the form of an apparition. Many factors contributed to the hysteria surrounding the trials.
HODINKEE Radio Episode 38: Dan White
The world-famous magician talks about how he fell in love with watches (and blows our minds with a few tricks too).
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I can’t think of an episode of HODINKEE Radio that was more fun to prepare for than what we've got for you today. I basically spent a few hours at my desk watching clips of magic shows on YouTube, digging for information while also trying my hardest to avoid spoilers. And I’m happy to confirm that's a pretty great way to spend an afternoon.
You might recognize magician Dan White from his episode of Talking Watches or maybe his show The Magician At The Nomad here in New York City. Or maybe you saw him doing card tricks for Scarlett Johansson on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon? Or did you see Kanye West’s Yeezus tour? Yeah, he worked on that too.
I guess what I’m saying is that Dan is kind of the modern face of magic, and his combination of charm, showmanship, and skill is dangerous. He’s also a watch guy, if that wasn’t obvious. We get into the watches he wears on stage, the historic relationship between watches and magic, his days working for David Copperfield, and a whole lot more.
Make sure to stick around to the end of the episode. Dan does a few tricks for us that, to be honest, blew my mind. I think you’re going to enjoy them too. This guy’s really good.
We hope you enjoy Episode 38 of HODINKEE Radio. Check out the show notes below and let us know what you think in the comments.
ADVERTISEMENT Wrist CheckNo surprises here. Dan first told us about his ceramic-bezel Rolex Daytona (ref. 116500LN for you nerds keeping score) during his Talking Watches episode. At the time it was a relatively new acquisition for him, and now, almost a year later, it's still his go-to daily-wearer. There's something about how it feels on the wrist and its all-black, slightly sinister look that just speaks to Dan. He often wears it on stage at the Nomad and has even had audience members yell "Nice Daytona!" at him mid show. I can't recommend watch-related heckling at a live performance, but.
You might recognize magician Dan White from his episode of Talking Watches or maybe his show The Magician At The Nomad here in New York City. Or maybe you saw him doing card tricks for Scarlett Johansson on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon? Or did you see Kanye West’s Yeezus tour? Yeah, he worked on that too.
The Puritans believed in the existence of witches and saw the devil's influence everywhere. They were also living in a time of great religious and political tension, which added to the fear and paranoia. The trials eventually came to an end when the governor of Massachusetts disbanded the court and pardoned the remaining accused. The fallout from the trials left a lasting impact on the community, with many families torn apart and a deep sense of shame and guilt. In modern times, the Salem Witch Trials have become a symbol of injustice and mass hysteria. They serve as a reminder of the dangers of intolerance and the importance of due process and fairness in the legal system. The trials also highlight the power of fear and groupthink in fueling prejudice and discrimination..
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