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Etsy Witches: Spells, Curses, and the Rise of Online Magic for Hire

September 11th, 2025

Over the past few years, Etsy has seen a quiet explosion in sellers offering magical services. But what does it mean to hire an Etsy witch, and what are the consequences?

Pagan & Wiccan 89 Comments

The Secret Religious History of Halloween's Top Monsters

October 25th, 2024

Creatures like skeletons, witches, and zombies have become so closely tied to the Halloween holiday that we don’t think twice about them. But did you know many of these creepy figures have hidden religious connections?

ULC Minister Training & Education 79 Comments

Kentucky Crystal Shop Owner Accused of Witchcraft, Satanism

May 2nd, 2024

Is energy healing and crystals Satanic witchcraft? Crystal Coven Mystic Cottage in Kentucky is being accused of witchcraft and Satanism following that business being promoted by the local tourism board.

Pagan & Wiccan 208 Comments

Arrested for... Witchcraft? Tarot Reader Threatened With Jail Time

October 19th, 2023

The owner of a witchcraft-themed store in Pennsylvania was recently visited by the chief of police in her town, who told her that he may be forced to arrest her for tarot reading under an archaic law.

Pagan & Wiccan 257 Comments

What is WitchTok? Meet the Internet's Spellcasters

September 22nd, 2023

'WitchTok' may be the fastest growing spiritual or religious movement today. TikTok witches have tens of billions of views online, and are using their powers to both hex political rivals, but also find community.

Pagan & Wiccan 68 Comments

What is the Difference Between Voodoo and Hoodoo?

March 17th, 2023

Voodoo and Hoodoo: What's the difference? Many, even those involved in the realm of witchcraft, falsely believe that these are two words that mean the same thing, but Voodoo and Hoodoo are very different.

ULC Minister Training & Education 42 Comments

Connecticut Reckons With Its Dark Past of Executing People for Witchcraft

February 13th, 2023

The state of Connecticut is considering exonerating the men and women accused of (and executed for) witchcraft in the 1600s. Critics say it's a waste of time, but advocates argue it's never too late for justice.

Pagan & Wiccan 39 Comments

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.

Pagan & Wiccan 199 Comments

New Zealand's "Official Wizard" Fired After 23 Years on the Job

October 21st, 2021

New Zealand's letting the world's only taxpayer-funded wizard go after two decades of service. The city of Christchurch's 'Official Wizard' won't have his contract renewed in December, ending his lengthy, magical tenure.

Pagan & Wiccan 55 Comments

Man Sues Psychic Over Failure to Remove Witch's Curse

October 14th, 2021

A California man is suing a psychic for $25,000 in damages after she failed to remove a curse that she says his ex-girlfriend placed on him. When the service is supernatural, can you really sue for failure to deliver?

Pagan & Wiccan 77 Comments

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