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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 civilizations, 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 behavior 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 color. She bridges academic insight with a holistic understanding of trauma, spirituality, and the human experience.

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

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