The tradition of Southern Conjure is centuries old, tracing its history back to the forced migration of Africans to the Americas during the era of the slave trade. In New Orleans, Louisiana, the unique blend of Creole culture and Catholic tradition yielded Louisiana Voodoo and its undoubted queen, who served the people of New Orleans as a healer, herbalist, entrepreneur, spiritual leader, social worker, and community activist. This episode brings you the story of Marie Laveau, Voodoo Queen of New Orleans.
Researched, written, and produced by Corinne Wieben, with original music by Purple Planet.
Episode sources
For more on spiritual practices in the African Diaspora, check out Oracles of the Woods.
For more on the history of the Ursuline nuns, check out The Devils of Loudun.
