Lilias's Bones
The story of the only witch in Scotland with a grave and the search for her stolen bones.
In this podcast, American journalist Breena Kerr goes to Scotland to understand what happened during the European Witch Hunts, why hundreds of thousands were murdered, and the legacy that still endures today.
Lilias's Bones
Episode 1: The Only Witch in Scotland With a Grave
A group in Scotland discovers the unusual story of an 18th-century accused Scottish witch, named Lilias Adie. The group vows to clear Adie's name and find her remains. After being buried, her bones were taken by grave robbers, then passed between some of Scotland's most famous institutions, and then lost. American journalist and storyteller (and Scottish descendant) Breena Kerr reads an article about Adie and decides to investigate the story of her life and death and the fate of her missing skull. She has personal reasons, like her own kinship with the word "witch." And she has a desire to tell the story of the European witch hunts — events that are often spoken of and rarely understood — so justice can, in some way, be done.
For show notes, a contact form, and extras, check out www.BreenaKerr.com
