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December 9th, 2022
Did you know that the first 'War on Christmas' was started by the Puritans? We may view our seasonal Christmas squabbles as a modern phenomenon, but the Puritans were trying to cancel Christmas all the way back in 1659.
The History of Advent They Don't Teach You in School
November 30th, 2022
Did you know that many advent traditions celebrated by Christians are borrowed from ancient pagan traditions? Wreaths, candles, and Christmas trees (and decorations!) are all "borrowed" from the pagans.
The Secret Religious History of Thanksgiving
November 22nd, 2022
Did you know Thanksgiving is a religious holiday? This is the story of pagan harvest festivals, how the Christian Church coopted these holidays as their own, and how the symbolic evidence survives to this day.
Is This Middle School Mural 'Satanic'? Some Say Yes
October 26th, 2022
Is this mural Satanic? A new mural at a Grant, Michigan middle school is being accused of being Satanic. The mural, painted by a student, has drawn accusations of witchcraft by outraged local parents.
The Creepy History of Halloween Costumes
October 19th, 2022
Many might believe that the tradition of dressing up in a Halloween costume on October 31st is a modern one, but the roots of Halloween costumes run almost as deep as the roots of Halloween itself.
War on Halloween? Unlikely Alliance Teams Up to Take Down Spooky Season
October 17th, 2022
Is Halloween canceled? Religious conservatives have long sought to end the 'Satanic' holiday, but now schools around the country are canceling Halloween... for not being inclusive enough. Has the War on Halloween begun?
Witches Claim Spells Are the Secret Behind NFL Star Tom Brady's Success
October 10th, 2022
A group of witches are claiming that Tom Brady's going to have the worst season of his career because he's no longer shielded by Gisele Bündchen's protective spells. Was the source of Tom Brady's power magic all along?
Will This New Witchcraft Movie Corrupt Kids' Souls? One Christian Mom Thinks So
October 7th, 2022
Is Hocus Pocus 2 part of an insidious plot to indoctrinate children into a life of Satanism and witchcraft? One Texas woman says yes, and her post warning others about the film's corrupting influence has gone viral.
How to Celebrate Mabon, the Pagan Holiday Honoring the Autumn Equinox
September 21st, 2022
Did you know that for many Wiccans and Pagans, the Fall Equinox is a holiday? Frequently dubbed the 'Pagan Thanksgiving', Mabon is a newer holiday that honors ancient traditions. Curious how to celebrate?
One-Year-Old's Viral Birthday Party Draws Accusations of Satanism
September 12th, 2022
Was the devil at work at this birthday party? A viral TikTok video showing images from a one-year-old girl's birthday party set the internet on fire, as her Baphomet piñata and pentagram cake drew millions of views.
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