Poisons and Poultices

Poisons and Poultices

Author: Paul A.T. Wilson November 14, 2022 Duration: 58:55

NB: I am not an expert and this is way way outside my wheelhouse, so there are probably lots of mistakes.

Join me as we explore the shady world of poisons and their cures through the centuries.

Poisons have been a mainstay of humanity, from their use in outright murder to accidental death. We will look at ancient and medieval poisons, their successful and not so successful antidotes and how they have impacted society.

Not all poisons were used to harm, some were thought to be cures in their own right and some were used for their narcotic effects.

Let's explore these toxins that arguably gave rise to modern medicine.


In Tales of Wihtlore: Folklore and Stories from a sacred isle, Paul A.T. Wilson acts as a modern-day keeper of ancient wisdom, drawing inspiration from Britain's most hallowed landscapes. This podcast is rooted in the deep magic and mythology that permeates the land, long before history was written down. Each episode feels like a journey into those other domains, realms of mist and subtle sorcery that are felt more often than they are seen. You'll hear stories passed down through generations, tales that capture the unique spirit of a sacred isle where the veil between worlds is famously thin. The narrative style is immersive and contemplative, designed to transport you directly into the heart of these legends. It’s a fiction podcast built on the very real, atmospheric folklore that defines a magical Britain. Listening becomes an act of shared meditation, uncovering the whispers and shadows that have shaped a culture’s imagination. Paul A.T. Wilson weaves these threads not as simple retellings, but as living encounters with the past. The result is a deeply atmospheric collection where every myth and legend feels personally discovered, resonating with a timeless quality that modern life often overlooks. This isn't just about stories; it's about experiencing the persistent echo of an older, enchanted world that still lingers in the landscape and in memory.
Author: Language: en-gb Episodes: 50

Tales of Wihtlore: Folklore and Stories from a sacred isle
Podcast Episodes
The Erdrawyrm [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:34
Deep within the chalky earth, permeated by the greasy loam that runs in veins through the land are tunnels. These tunnels travel in a haphazard way, twisting and turning, going right and left and up and down and they for…
The Wyrd and Wihtlore -- Beltaine and Mayday Part Three [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:02
The final part of the Wihtlore around Beltaine. In this part I speak about St Catherine's oratory, it's connection to the magic of the Island and read from the wonderful Legends and lays of the Wight by P.G. Stone
The Wyrd and Wihtlore -- Beltaine and Mayday Part Two [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:41
Continuing on with the Wihtlore of Beltane, I describe old accounts of practises as the Hexal Grove. I describe the Oaken Youth and the Spring Maiden and their courtship and the trials of the woods.
The Wyrd and Wihtlore -- Beltaine and Mayday Part One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:57
This week I speak about Beltaine / Mayday and some of the Wihtlore that goes with it. Welcome to Part one. I talk about the ancient ceremonies, the old songs,, the ancient rivers and the magics of the Island
From the Crows Nest: 2019-08-15 -- The Wee Hill Folk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:48
I go walking through the hills in Scotland and find a lovely lake to sit by and talk about the Wee Hill Folk and their struggle with humanity. I share my adventure with you. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thesacred…
From the Crows Nest: 2019-08-08 -- Nine Sacred Herbs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:39
I venture into the haunted Morey's Copes on the Isle of Wight to take some time out to visit the Nine Sacred Herbs. Also, please check out my Kickstarter for my new Magazine. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thesacre…