Tag: voodoo
Julia Brown: The Swamp Witch of Manchac and Her Deadly Curse
Discover the chilling legend of Julia Brown, the “Swamp Witch” of Louisiana’s Manchac Swamp. A healer, prophet, and folk figure, she died in 1915 on the same day a devastating hurricane destroyed her town — sealing her place in Southern folklore.
Louisiana Voodoo Fries
Louisiana Voodoo Fries are crispy fries loaded with Cajun sausage, melted cheese, and drizzled with a spicy ranch-style voodoo sauce. A flavorful and indulgent Southern-inspired comfort food.
Eshu vs Papa Legba vs Baron Samedi
Welcome to a journey through the "The Dark Triad: Esu, Papa Legba, and Baron Samedi’s Uncomfortable Truths." This video embarks on an exploration of ancient African deities, mythological symbols, and the profound wisdom they offer our contemporary lives.
Voodoo, Torture, and Pirates: New Orleans History Revealed
New Orleans is known for its lively Mardi Gras celebrations, soulful jazz musicians, and flavor-filled cuisine. Historian Kahlil Greene dives beneath New Orleans’ festive facade and reveals five shocking stories about the city's foundation.
Baron Samedi: The Vodou Spirit that Celebrates Death
Baron Samedi is a celebrated Vodou spirit from Haitian and New Orleans traditions, portrayed as a flamboyant skeleton overseeing death, resurrection, and fertility. Often depicted humorously, he guides souls to the afterlife, offers protection, and symbol...
The 'Voodoo Renaissance' of New Orleans
Voodoo is experiencing something of a renaissance in New Orleans, US.
From Innocent Toys to Nightmare Fuel: The Evolution of Creepy Dolls
Maybe it’s the unblinking eyes, staring at you, emotionless, day and night. Or, perhaps it’s their small size acting as a cloak of innocence. Or their human-like appearance that makes them seem just slightly too real. However, you want to spin it—there’s...
A Black Women’s History of Hoodoo, Conjure, and Witchcraft
A historical take on the history of "Black Girl Magic".
New Orleans Voodoo Museum
The Voodoo Museum explores a fascinating and mysterious side of New Orleans’ fabled history.
Vodou: Haiti's African-Derived Religion
Haitian Vodou is an African diasporic religion that developed in Haiti between the 16th and 19th centuries. It arose through a process of syncretism between several traditional religions of West and Central Africa and Roman Catholicism.
Voodoo vs. Hoodoo: What’s the Difference?
If you are into magic, witchcraft, and/or faith healing, you’ve undoubtedly run across Voodoo and Hoodoo. But are you aware that these two belief systems are completely different from each other even though they may, at times, look like the same thing?
The Truth of Voodoo Revealed
A two-hour exploration of the myths and realities of voodoo. Includes a look at the sources of voodoo in ancient African religion, current day practitioners, and the startling phenomenon of possession.