The 17th Century Is Back—Monarchs, Witches, and the Politics of Fear

Описание: What if the seventeenth century wasn’t a distant chapter in history—but a mirror for the world we live in today? The 17th Century Is Back—Monarchs, “Witches,” and the Politics of Fear

In this episode, Philipp Kobald sits down with historian Katie Dean, PhD, to explore why the 17th century feels so unsettlingly familiar. Together, they examine a period marked by collapsing monarchies, religious extremism, witch hunts, and societies ruled by fear and superstition—and why these patterns are resurfacing now.

This is not a nostalgic trip into the past. It’s a map of how fear shapes civilisations, how women became targets when they stepped into power, and how trauma—and the systems built on it—continue to influence modern society.
It’s a conversation about history, psychology, spirituality, and human behaviour in times of chaos.

What You’ll Learn

• Why the 17th century mirrors today’s political and social climate
• How power, panic, and accusations of “witchcraft” were used as political tools
• Why superstition rises during moments of instability
• The emotional + societal cost of living in an age defined by fear
• How healing trauma changes societal structures more than ideology ever could
• Why studying history is essential in chaotic times—not optional

Memorable Quotes

“Superstition replaces spirituality the moment fear enters the room.” —Philipp Kobald
“If we’re going to survive this next transition, healing trauma matters more than ideology.” —Katie Dean, PhD

About the Guest

Katie Dean, PhD earned her doctorate in History from Cambridge University and later developed a healing and self-reconnection system using sacred geometry and colour. She bridges academic insight with a holistic understanding of trauma, spirituality, and the human experience.

Link to our guest:
https://www.findmyenergy.co.uk/

🎧 Watch the full conversation on the @HolisticCircle YouTube channel.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and Female Empowerment in War
00:28 Welcome to Holistic Circle Podcast
02:06 Guest Introduction: Katie Dean
02:25 Katie's Journey: From Academia to Healing
03:10 Sacred Geometry and Healing Frequencies
05:42 Diving into History: The 17th Century England
09:17 Religious Turmoil and the Reformation
17:12 Power, Control, and Superstition
30:04 Superstitions and Witchcraft in History
31:37 Spirituality vs. Superstition
34:19 Historical Trauma and Societal Pressure
34:56 Religious Turmoil and Power Struggles
37:43 Women's Rights and Roles in History
42:10 The Quakers' Influence
45:54 The Shift to Rationality and Science
55:39 Healing Trauma for a Better Future

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P 78/25 (E 0096) Nov 12. 2026