Hello, my dark darlings. I'm Marquia, and this is the Something Scary podcast. To our veteran listeners and those sheltering in the dark with us for the first time, welcome.

Before we get started, I wanted to mention that we'll be recording this podcast live on April 8th, along with some super spooky

stories we're working on, we, and by that I mean, you and I, will get a chance to chat,

and I could answer any questions you have. I really hope you'll join me. The Something Scary Live show on April 8th. Tickets available now on

looped live.com. L-O-O-O-P-E-D-L-I-V-E.com. So, for what we're here for today, something near and dear to my own horror heart.

Witchcraft.

Witchcraft is many things.

Primarily the study and practice of magical skills and abilities. Some are gifted with a natural talent,

such as being empathic of others' emotions, having a heightened sense of people's ores,

or being able to see things that others cannot.

Those with these aptitudes have been around for generations, most using their powers for

good, but beware those with ill intent who practice wicked witchcraft.

First, actions intended to help cause lasting harm, followed by jealousy that kills a love

triangle. Then, a battle between good versus evil. Finally, in our featured story, a sister, seemingly

consumed by greed.

I receive hundreds of creepy story submissions every single week, and of those the scariest ones

make it into our podcasts, along with the story that we've chosen to animate and post over

at YouTube.com slash snarled. If you have a tale you're dying to share, send me an email at something scary at snarl.com.

So, want to hear something scary?

Wicked Witchcraft. It's important to help others whenever you're able, but it's important to take care of yourself as well.

If you're not careful, then your good deed could be severely punished, like in this true story inspired by Emily.

Thank you to one of our patrons, Danisha, whose name has been used as a character in this story.

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