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The episode explores the historical context of human sacrifice and the occult in ancient London, challenging Roman narratives about the Celts.

Were the Celts a bloodthirsty, insatiable crowd of savages?... On the first episode of "Belief & The Occult in the Capital City", we take a look into just how London came to be. Was it a land of crazed celts who were hell bent on human sacrifice? Well if you listened to the Romans, they'd have you believe so! However, the truth was far more tame...was there bloodshed? Yes, but was it as bad as the slanderous Roman's made it out to be? Absolutely not. The first stops in this series are: What the occult is and how the word came to exist How London became occupied Who did people worship and what did they do to appease their gods? Who were the Pagans, Druids, Celts and ancient mystic Britons Hoards and votive deposition Human Sacrifice The Roman Invasion begins and what are the Briton's gonna do about it? One word...FIGHT! So if you're interested in magick, the occult, historical beliefs, witchcraft and just how the religion we know today was developed and forged in the old fires, with the occasional human sacrifice thrown in, then make sure you join me, this is just the beginning! This series is sponsored by Snag - Clothing for Every Body! Make sure you check them out…

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