Podcasts about Haitian Vodou

This episode explores the role of protection magic as a historically grounded response to war, oppression, and systemic violence across diverse cultural and temporal contexts.Drawing on peer-reviewed academic sources, it examines how magical practices—rituals, talismans, verbal formulae, and spirit invocations—have been used as forms of spiritual defence and political resistance. From Mesopotamian anti-witchcraft rites and Greco-Roman defensive curses to medieval Christian amulets, Renaissance grimoires, and the Magical Battle of Britain, the lecture situates protection magic within broader religious, social, and cosmological frameworks.Special attention is given to non-Western and postcolonial contexts, including the ritual technologies of Haitian Vodou during the revolution, Obeah in the British Caribbean, Yoruba warrior rites, and Andean protective ceremonies. The discussion also considers contemporary expressions of magical protection, including digital activist magic, Chaos Magic, and the esoteric disciplines of Damien Echols under carceral conditions.CONNECT & SUPPORT

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Jummie sits down with Dr. Asanee Brogan — spiritual coach, educator, and founder of Asanee44 — to demystify the ancient Ifa tradition and the deeper currents of African spirituality. Together, they explore what it truly means to reconnect with ancestral wisdom, honor sacred traditions, and align with your destiny.Dr. Asanee shares her powerful spiritual journey from Christianity to rediscovering her roots through the Ifa and Haitian Vodou traditions. She sheds light on key concepts like the role of Orishas, ancestors, and the spiritual hierarchy within Ifa. We dive into the nuanced truth behind sacrifices, the concept of destiny vs. purpose, and the importance of balance, taboos, and spiritual protection when navigating ancestral practices.We also discuss why many in the African diaspora are feeling a collective pull back to indigenous traditions — and how reconnecting with our ancestral practices may hold the key to our collective healing and empowerment.Ifa is a West African spiritual tradition and divination system that originated with the Yoruba people of NigeriaWhere to find Dr. Asanee: https://asanee44.com/Send us a textSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr0p1zDPaPLmnmI3AIWhDFQFOLLOW US: TikTok - @shiftingdimensions444 Instagram - @shiftingdimensions_podDISCLAIMER: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Shifting Dimensions. The material and information presented here is for general information and entertainment purposes only.

Explore the spiritual roots of jealousy and discover powerful remedies rooted in the Ifa tradition. This video delves into the essence of jealousy as a disruptive energy and reveals how to overcome it through practices inspired by ancestral wisdom. Learn how African spirituality offers transformative tools to heal the spirit, restore harmony, and align with your higher self. Whether you're struggling with jealousy or seeking to support someone who is, this video provides actionable insights and guidance to reclaim peace and balance. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 03:37 The Consequences of Jealousy 05:29 The Dual Aspects of Jealousy 06:33 Physical Roots of Jealousy 09:31 Spiritual Roots of Jealousy 16:03 Signs of Egbe Orun Causing Jealousy 19:33 Spiritual Remedies for Dealing with Jealousy

Embarking on your Ifá journey can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be! In this live stream, we explore the foundational steps to begin your spiritual path in the Ifá tradition.

The ritual of Coupez Gateau is one of the ways the celebration of Epiphany has been incorporated into Haitian Vodou. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dream Chasers Positive Affirmation Cards -https://lvnta.com/lv_0igaHipFd4igbuONsY This channel presents ancestor-based pick-a-card and other tarot-reading messages based on African traditions. Learn More About Our Related Offerings!!!

What's up ghouls, gals, and all of our spiritual pals out there...In today's episode we'll be diving into the world of Haitian vodou with special guest, Houngan James. Houngan James is a houngan asogwe in the lineage of La Fraicheur Belle Fleur Guinen within the spirituality of Haitian Vodou.Welcome to the show, James!Send us a Message!Follow us on all of our social media platforms:InstagramFacebookTikTok

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Tune in as we dive deep into strategies for releasing inherited pain, reclaiming ancestral strength, and forging a path toward lasting freedom. With practical steps and spiritual wisdom, we provide the guidance you need to break patterns and create a legacy of healing. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that empowers you to embrace your power and unlock the potential for generational change. Your family's healing starts with you—listen now!

Whether you're seeking emotional balance, deeper self-love, or a way to reconnect with your spiritual essence, the Divine Feminine provides a path toward wholeness. Through ancient practices, rituals, and mindful awareness, you can harness this energy to release old patterns and invite growth. Join Kiara Norwood and Dr. Asanee in this inspiring episode as we uncover practical ways to align with the Divine Feminine, helping you heal, grow, and thrive in harmony with your Higher Self. Tune in to this episode now to discover the healing power that awaits within.

Join us as we explore how voodoo has shaped cultural identity and spiritual resilience through music and worship. Whether you're a music enthusiast, a history buff, or someone seeking to understand the roots of Black spirituality, this episode provides a fresh perspective on the threads connecting the sacred and the secular. Listen now to uncover the hidden legacy of voodoo in the vibrance of Black cultural expression. FOLLOW DADJOZEhttps://www.instagram.com/dadjoze/https://www.tiktok.com/@dadjozehttps://www.facebook.com/safekvini/

Divination plays a central role in African spirituality, serving as a bridge between the physical and spiritual realms. In this episode, we explore various traditional and modern divination methods, highlighting their significance and purpose.

In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the common challenges that block successful spellwork and ritual manifestation. If you've ever wondered why your prayers seem to go unanswered or why your rituals don't yield the desired results, this discussion is for you. We explore the often-overlooked factors that can hinder manifestation. You'll gain insight into the foundational practices needed to ensure your spells and rituals are set up for success. #manifestation #rituals #Africanspirituality Learn More About Our Related Offerings!!!

Join us as we delve into ancestral guidance that empowers you to navigate the unique energies of this month. Discover how to hold space for yourself and keep your inner light strong, no matter what comes your way. This reading will offer you the tools to stay balanced, resilient, and aligned with your higher path, helping you close out the year with clarity and strength. Embrace this opportunity to connect with the wisdom of the ancestors and let their insights prepare you for new beginnings on the horizon. #AncestorReading #AncestralWisdom #SpiritualGuidance #Asanee44 #December2024

Join this enlightening discussion on the significance of ancestor elevation and its transformative impact on the African diaspora. We'll explore the ancient practice of honoring and elevating our ancestors. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in reconnecting with ancestral wisdom and understanding the power of ancestral elevation.

Greetings, dear listeners! Welcome to a very special Halloween episode of The Wildwood Witch Podcast! I am Samantha Brown, your hostess and guide for a sonic excursion into the heart of the creative process itself.Join me and my extraordinary guests - ten of history's most influential occult minds - as we delve into a fascinating discussion about humanity's growing ability to manifest reality through the power of speech alone.The centerpiece of our magical gathering is "Witch House Rite" - an album of Halloween mood music, crafted using cutting-edge AI music tools, and featuring eleven haunting tracks that span global traditions of witchcraft and shamanism. From Latin incantations to Haitian Vodou chants, from German witch's sabbats to Russian fairy tales, each song serves as a gateway to deeper mysteries. The album serves as demonstration of how the ancient dream of the “language of angels,” is becoming a reality, through the techno sorcery of artificial intelligence.Our distinguished panel of "Secret Chiefs" - Aleister Crowley, Kenneth Grant, Rosaleen Norton, Dion Fortune, Austin Osman Spare, Jack Parsons, Moina Mathers, MacGregor Mathers, Marjorie Cameron, and Leah Hirsig - have each selected a song that resonates with their magical philosophy. Through their insights, we explore how humanity stands at a crucial threshold, where the boundaries between imagination and manifestation grow increasingly thin. As artificial intelligence evolves, are we finally fulfilling the serpent's promise of becoming like gods, creating reality through our words alone?Join us for this enchanted evening of music, magic, and profound discussion about what it truly means to speak things into being. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or simply curious about the mysteries, this special episode offers a unique perspective on how ancient wisdom and modern technology are merging to birth something entirely new in human consciousness.Chapters:00:26 Introduction04:09 Witch House Rite09:01 Witch Mother13:26 Flying Ointment18:04 Witching Hour22:49 Belly of the Beast26:24 The Bornless One31:13 Walpurgisnacht35:40 Dia de los Muertos39:12 Baba Yaga's Dance43:22 Call of the Loa47:34 Speaking With the DeadResources:Witch House Rite (Spotify)Witch House Rite (Apple Music)Witch House Rite (Amazon Music)Witch House Rite (YouTube)Witch House Rite Lyrics

Uncover the sacred power within through The Living Shrine, Yeyefini Efunbolade's inspiring journey to discovering her divine purpose and guiding you to embrace your own: https://amzn.to/4f1PbY4 #polygamy #Africanspirituaity #Yeyefini This channel explores concepts related to African spirituality, the Ifa religion, Haitian Vodou, astrology, and other forms of spirituality and spiritualism.  Learn More About Our Related Offerings!!!

In this captivating ancestor reading, we explore the potent energies surrounding November 2024. From astrological shifts to ancestral influences, this month promises powerful transformations and spiritual awakenings. Whether you're seeking clarity in your relationships, business endeavors, or personal journey, the cosmic alignments offer opportunities for growth. We explore how to navigate the challenging and harmonious forces at play. Likewise, we delve into what steps you can take to stay grounded in the face of both. This channel explores concepts related to African spirituality, the Ifa religion, Haitian Vodou, astrology, and other forms of spirituality and spiritualism.  Learn More About Our Related Offerings!!!

To start off spooky month, we're exploring the Haitian-Vodou origins of the zombie in the 1988 Wes Craven film, “The Serpent and the Rainbow.” Hannah takes the lead, diving into the real-life story of zombification and the years of scientific study on the phenomenon that inspired the film. With our friend and fellow podcaster Kyle Leone, we have a fascinating conversation about the brutal historical context and rich folklore of the original zombie as it's explored in this equally fascinating zombie film.   Check out Kyle Leone and his podcast The Gory Days on Kyle-Leone.com or wherever you get your podcasts!   Research for this episode: The Serpent and the Rainbow (film) - Wikipedia Slavery and the Haitian Revolution - Roy Rosenzweig Center for History and New Media (George Mason University) Haiti (Saint-Domingue) - SlaveryandRemembrance.org The Secrets of Haiti's Living Dead - Harvard Magazine Clairvius Narcisse - Wikipedia The Serpent and the Rainbow (book) - Wikipedia   ====================================   Watch Us on YouTube!   Follow Our Adventures on Social Media:   @notmyfantasypod Instagram TikTok   Research & Writing by Hannah Sylvester.  This episode was edited by Hannah Sylvester.   Cover Art by William Callaghan Intro Music: "The Quest" by Scott Little.

In this thought-provoking episode of The African Spirit Reintegrated + Reimagined, we explore Indigenous concepts of time and aging, unraveling ancient wisdom that challenges conventional perspectives. Discover how various African and Indigenous cultures perceive time as cyclical, fluid, and deeply interconnected with the natural world. These unique insights offer profound lessons on aging as a sacred process of transformation, where maturity is celebrated and embraced as a powerful journey of growth and wisdom. Learn how to build divine portals for ancestral communication in our Ancestor Altars course:  https://asanee44.com/courses/ancestor-altars-building-gateways-for-divine-communication/   Tune in to Kaa Buam3 by Jah West: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=op-jQmFGiDU&list=OLAK5uy_naovXgW6m_OD2tMr0BuJzjK5nM0jZjDFk&index=9   This channel explores concepts related to African spirituality, the Ifa religion, Haitian Vodou, astrology, and other forms of spirituality and spiritualism.  Learn More About Our Related Offerings!!!

Chas & Guest PEPCaster Dr Emma Shortis discuss Tom Gleeson Electoral Officers, Perspectives of The Digital Gulag, and The Segment That Was Too Confusing And Underwhelming For TV. 0:00 - Intro 2:57 - Grateful (Northern Winter Bands/ Venezuelan Journalists) 10:13 - Correspondence (Next Debate/Wokeness/Routh) 17:18 - Abortion as a Campaign Issue 44:57 - Duelling IVF Protection Bills 1:02:00 - Revisiting Springfield (Especially Haitian Numbers!) 1:27:55 - Christopher Rufo/Ashley Madison 1:31:35 - Laura Loomer + Trump 1:53:14 - Stats Nugget (Generic Drug Costs) 1:58:16 - Policy Time (SAVE ACT) 2:29:15 - Stats Nugget (Hong Kong Photos) 2:30:55 - Elon Musk HOMEWORK/SHOW NOTES * Who Is Behind the End Wokeness Account? https://youtu.be/8zZeZFs5KLQ  * A Good Explainer of Haitian Vodou https://youtu.be/VofAQYxcHHY

Content warning for discussion of genocide, torture, mutilation, rape, and slavery Hey, Hi, Hello, this is the History Wizard and welcome back for Day 16 of Have a Day w/ The History Wizard. Thank you to everyone who tuned in for Day 15 last week, and especially thank you to everyone who rated and/or reviewed the podcast. I hope you all learned something last week and I hope the same for this week. This week marks the 7th part of our mini series of currently ongoing genocides and humanitarian crises. Episode 2 was on Palestine, Episode 11 was on Congo, episode 12 was on Sudan, episode 13 was on Xinjiang, episode 14 was on Rakhine State, episode 15 was on Tigray, and today's episode will focus on the current situation in Haiti. Today's trip to the Alchemist's Table will look somewhat similar to last weeks. This drink is called Persephone's Wedding. It starts with muddled mint before adding some lavender simple syrup and 2 oz of gin. Strain all that over ice and stir for about 30 seconds before topping with lemonade and garnishing with mint. Starting in 1492 Haiti became one of the first European colonies following Columbus's first voyage across the Atlantic Ocean with the settlement at La Navidad. Haiti would remain under European control until their revolution that ended in 1804. We're glossing pretty heavily over the Haitian Revolution in today's episode because the Haitian Revolution and the subsequent Haitian Massacre will be a later episode on this podcast. Now, just because Haiti was now an independent nation and no longer a French colony didn't mean that the country was free of European influence or control. Spain, Germany, and Britain still had large amounts of economic and political sway in the island nation. This would especially be the case when US President Woodrow Wilson, that racist movie loving fuck, sent the Marines to occupy Port au-Prince. Germany was also heavily invested in the island nation, and while the US wasn't in World War 1 yet, they had severe anxieties over an anti-American, and pro-German, president being installed so they took over the nation, overthrew Vilbrun Guillaume Sam, the then president of Haiti. The Marines declared martial law and severely censored the press. Within weeks, a new pro-U.S. Haitian president, Philippe Sudré Dartiguenave, was installed and a new constitution written that was favorable to the interests of the United States. The constitution (written by future US President Franklin D. Roosevelt) included a clause that allowed, for the first time, foreign ownership of land in Haiti, which was bitterly opposed by the Haitian legislature and citizenry. The US would keep a firm grip on Haitian politics, even after their occupation ended in 1934. Haiti would now enter an even greater period of political instability (which is not to say that US occupation was a good thing, an end of colonial occupation often sees old ethnic tensions flare up and massive violence enacted to dismantle colonial power structures). The president at the end of the occupation, Sténio Vincent was forced to step down under US pressure in 1941 and was replaced by Élie Lescot who served until 1946 when he was overthrown in a military coup d'etat and replaced by Dumarsais Estimé until 1950 when HE was overthrown in a military coup and replaced by the staunchly anti-communist Paul Magloire who was strongly supported by the US. Now despite the massive amounts of political instability that we just discussed, it is about to get worse with the Duvalier dynasty.  In 1956–57 Haiti underwent severe political turmoil; Magloire was forced to resign and leave the country in 1956 and he was followed by four short-lived presidencies. In the September 1957 election François Duvalier was elected President of Haiti. Known as 'Papa Doc' and initially popular, Duvalier remained President until his death in 1971. He advanced black interests in the public sector, where over time, people of color had predominated as the educated urban elite. Not trusting the army, despite his frequent purges of officers deemed disloyal, Duvalier created a private militia known as Tontons Macoutes ("Bogeymen"), which maintained order by terrorizing the populace and political opponents. In 1964 Duvalier proclaimed himself 'President for Life'; an uprising against his rule that year in Jérémie was violently suppressed, with the ringleaders publicly executed and hundreds of mixed-raced citizens in the town killed. The bulk of the educated and professional class began leaving the country, and corruption became widespread. Duvalier sought to create a personality cult, identifying himself with Baron Samedi, one of the loa (or lwa), or spirits, of Haitian Vodou. Despite the well-publicized abuses under his rule, Duvalier's firm anti-Communism earned him the support of the Americans, who furnished the country with aid. This is something you will find about the United States. While they style themselves the land of the free and the home of the brave they're more than willing to finance and support dictators as long as they 1. Oppose communism and 2. Give the US a free hand to control their economy. So it didn't matter to the “Greatest Country on Earth” is Papa Doc was killing mixed race people and all of his political opponents. He was anti-communist and that was good enough. Now there WAS a coup attempt against Duvalier in the first year of his reign (the first of many) led by some of the military officials he had fired. Those men thought that they could come riding back in and that the people, fed up of Papa Doc's growing autocratic tendencies, would rally to them and they would quickly restore the old social order. But Haiti had gone through 4 presidents the year before Papa Doc came into office and while he wasn't the best loved president, he was considered competent (having previous served as Minister of Health) and he was bringing order and stability to the country. So the coup attempters.. There's got to be a better way of saying that, were all killed and their bodies dragged through the streets of Port au-Prince, as if each citizen was a little Achilles dragging Hector around the walls of Troy. Papa Doc, despite the multiple coup attempts, did reign as president for life. He was still President when he died in 1971 and was immediately replaced by his son Jean-Claude Duvalier, nicknamed Baby Doc. Baby Doc assumed the “presidency” at the age of 19, making him the youngest president in world history. Jean-Claude tried to reign back some of the harsher policies of his father, but was still deposed in a popular uprising in 1986 and forced to step down and flee the country. Haiti would then fall under the rule of its military for a brief time and then had a series of bad elections and even more coups. There was a coup in June of 1988, another in September of 1988, and a third one in September of 1991. The US would send troops in under Operation Uphold Democracy to try and bring some stability to Haiti. Though, as is always the case when the US tries to bring free market reforms and “democracy” to a country they did a shitty job of it.  Jean-Bertrand Aristide, who had been elected president in 1990 and had been deposed in the 1991 coup returned to finish out his term, lost in 1995, but was reelected again in the year 2000. He would then be deposed AGAIN in 2004 in another coup d'etat.  One of Aristide's worst decisions while in office was when he outlawed pro-Duvalier militias like the Macoute, but he also ordered the disbandment of the Haitian Army. So the Army disbanded, but never disarmed and just would up forming or joining various militia groups. From 1994 to 2004, a de facto anti-Arisitide insurgency took place in Port-au-Prince, as ex-soldiers attacked the government. In response to the chaos, youth set up self-defense groups, called chimères, which were supported by the police and the government to shore up its position. Receiving de facto state support from Aristide's Fanmi Lavalas party, the youth gangs took control of entire communes and became increasingly independent-minded. U.S. diplomat Daniel Lewis Foote argued, "Aristide started [the gangs] on purpose in the early 1980s, as a voice, as a way to get some power [for ordinary Hatians], [...] and they morphed over the years." Now, the precise nature of the events of the 2004 coup are disputed; some, including Aristide and his bodyguard, Franz Gabriel, stated that he was the victim of a "new coup d'état or modern kidnapping" by U.S. forces. These charges were denied by the US government. As political violence and crime continued to grow, a United Nations Stabilisation Mission (MINUSTAH) was brought in to maintain order. However, MINUSTAH proved controversial, since their periodically heavy-handed approach to maintaining law and order and several instances of abuses, including the alleged sexual abuse of civilians, provoked resentment and distrust among ordinary Haitians. So now Haiti has no standing army, armed militias and gangs fighting on and off in the streets, an UN peacekeeping mission sexually abusing civilians and they're about to be hit with a Magnitude 7 earthquake. On 12 January 2010, at 4:53 pm local time, Haiti was struck by a magnitude-7.0 earthquake. This was the country's most severe earthquake in over 200 years. The earthquake was reported to have left between 160,000 and 300,000 people dead and up to 1.6 million homeless, making it one of the deadliest natural disasters ever recorded. It is also one of the deadliest earthquakes ever recorded. The situation was exacerbated by a subsequent massive cholera outbreak that was triggered when cholera-infected waste from a United Nations peacekeeping station contaminated the country's main river, the Artibonite. In 2017, it was reported that roughly 10,000 Haitians had died and nearly a million had been made ill. After years of denial, the United Nations apologized in 2016, but as of 2017, they have refused to acknowledge fault, thus avoiding financial responsibility. And now, we're at the Haitian Gang War. The Vox journalist Ellen Ioanes summarized the beginnings of the situation quite well: "Haiti has faced serious and compounding crises, including a devastating 2010 earthquake, floods, cholera outbreaks, hurricanes, and corrupt, dictatorial, and incompetent leaders". Gangs stepped into the power vacuum, seizing political power through co-operative politicians and economic control through protection rackets, kidnappings and murders. As of 2022 researchers form the NGO Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime have estimated that there are some 200 gangs in Haiti and that most of them are set up somewhere in Port au-Prince. Sexual violence from members of these gangs is a common crime being committed nearly daily against people from rival gang territories. Rape only became a crime in Haiti in 2005 and abortion is still illegal, so rape victims are legally required to keep those children. Though as we know, making abortion illegal doesn't stop abortions, it just stops safe ones. One of the most powerful gangs in Haiti at this time is, technically, an alliance of gangs, called the G9 alliance is lead by a former police officer named Jimmy Chérizier, nicknamed Barbecue. G9 is based in the capital's communes of Delmas, Pétion-Ville and parts of Carrefour. The G9 alliance includes many former soldiers and policemen in its ranks and was long connected to the PHTK party (which is a Center-Right political party) until distancing itself after Ariel Henry became president. The G9 now portrays itself as a revolutionary organization, and has begun to create a nation-wide alliance network dubbed "G20". Since the coalition was founded, it has been responsible for multiple massacres against civilians and clashes with other rival gangs. From 2020 to 2021, the G9 was responsible for a dozen massacres, in which at least 200 people were killed. The G9 was believed to have had close ties to the government of Moïse, which was accused of large-scale corruption. The coalition members frequently evaded prosecution after the massacres and the clashes. Chérizier stood out in that regard because despite the arrest warrants against him, he continued to move freely and to maintain an active presence on social media with no effective attempts by Haitian government forces to arrest him. The G9 also began attacking neighborhoods in which civilians protested against the president and started clashes against rival gangs with the support of the police. Now, in 2021 Jovenel Moïse, the 43rd president of Haiti was assassinated and then Ariel Henry (who some suspect to be involved in the assassination) served as acting Prime Minister of the country until he stepped down this past April. Henry's removal from power was long sought by the G9 gang alliance. Cherizier had this to say on the issue in March 2024 "If Ariel Henry doesn't resign, if the international community continues to support him, we'll be heading straight for a civil war that will lead to genocide"  "Either Haiti becomes a paradise or a hell for all of us. It's out of the question for a small group of rich people living in big hotels to decide the fate of people living in working-class neighborhoods," he added. Now, while there are over 200 gangs in Haiti at the moment most of them have allied themselves with the G9 alliance, or with the gang alliance that popped up to oppose the G9, known as G-Pep. But also, as of late 2022 an anti-gang bwa kale vigilante movement emerged to attack and kill any gang members. The vigilantes often burned captured gang members alive. Of course, the gangs responded with counter attacks against both the vigilantes and anyone who expressed support of the vigilanties. By mid-2023, the gang war between G9 and G-Pep continued unabated, and the resistance by anti-gang vigilantes also grew in scope. Thousands of people were displaced by the clashes. The severity of the ongoing gang war in Haiti has led to the United Nations Security Council authorizing a one-year deployment of an international force led by Kenya to help the Haitian government deal with the crisis. Chérizier declared that G9 would resist if an international intervention force committed "human rights abuses" and claimed that it would "be a fight of the Haitian people to save the dignity of our country." Despite the horrors he is committing against his own people Cherizier really and truly believes that he is fighting on behalf of a free Haiti. There isn't a genocide in Haiti, as of yet, but there is a massive civil war between militias and gangs with human rights abuses on all sides of this conflict. On 18 June 2024, the International Organization for Migration reported that more than 580,000 people have been displaced by the increased violence in Haiti since March of 2024. The report also warned that since most of the people displaced have been from communities already struggling with poor social conditions, there may be more tension and violence in the coming days. An international policing force, known as Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti was authorized under UN Resolution 2699 on October 2, 2023 to assist the Haitian National Police in stopping this gang war. Nations who will be taking place in this mission include Antigua and Barbuda, Bangladesh, Barbados, Benin, Chad, Guyana, Grenada, Saint Lucia, Dominica, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Jamaica, Kenya, Suriname, and the Bahamas. The first deployment of 400 troops from Kenya has officially put boots on the ground as of June 25, 2024.  This ongoing gang war will not be resolved anytime soon and it can, and will, get worse before it gets better. Haiti has never had a chance to build a stable society or government. A long and ongoing history of foreign interference, ceaseless coups and natural disasters mean that Haiti has always been on the back foot. We also have to take into account Haiti's natural resources, because that's the only reason any imperial power would ever care about Haiti. According to WorldAtlas.com, recent findings suggest that Haiti might have some of the largest oil reserves in the world, potentially larger than those of Venezuela. The country is estimated to be sitting on about 159 billion cubic feet of natural gas and 142 million barrels of oil, with undiscovered reserves possibly holding up to 941 million barrels of crude oil and about 1.2 trillion cubic feet of natural gas. According the the State Department the US doesn't currently have plans to send troops to Haiti. I'm sure that will change. That's it for this week folks. No new reviews, so let's get right into the outro. Have a Day! w/ The History Wizard is brought to you by me, The History Wizard. If you want to see/hear more of me you can find me on Tiktok @thehistorywizard or on Instagram @the_history_wizard. Please remember to rate, review, and subscribe to Have a Day! On your pod catcher of choice. The more you do, the more people will be able to listen and learn along with you. Thank you  for sticking around until the end and, as always, Have a Day, and Free Haiti.      

The enigmatic Mache Chache, is an Houngan Asogwe (Haitian Vodou High Priest), Shaman, and Conjurer, whose spiritual prowess and ancestral lineage have captivated the hearts and minds of seekers worldwide. With an innate connection to the ethereal realms, Mache has emerged as a guiding light in the realm of spirituality. From a tender age, Mache's extraordinary gifts were evident, drawing attention from those who recognized the depth of his spiritual insight. Embracing his destiny, he embarked on a journey of self-discovery, honing his skills under the tutelage of esteemed mentors and teachers. Through years of dedicated study and practice, Mache Chache is rising to become a revered spiritual figure in this generation. As the owner of Kindred Spirits, one of North Carolina's oldest & most esteemed spiritual and metaphysical establishments, Mache Chache offers a sanctuary for those seeking solace, guidance, and transformation. Through spiritual tools & services, including divinations/readings, consultations, and ritual work—they empower individuals to tap into their inner wisdom and navigate the intricate tapestry of life. Mache Chache's path as a priest and spiritual guide has been one of profound significance, marked by moments of enlightenment, challenges, and incredible enrichment. Rooted in the rich traditions of occult mysticism, Southern Conjure, Indigenous Shamanism & Haitian Vodou, he has cultivated a deep reverence for the spirits and an unwavering belief in the interconnectedness of all beings. His impact extends far beyond the confines of his personal spiritual practice. Through his teachings, mentorship, writings, and public speaking engagements, Mache Chache has become a beacon of inspiration, illuminating the path for countless individuals seeking purpose, healing, and spiritual awakening. With an unwavering commitment to authenticity and integrity, he invites us to embark on a transformative journey, where the boundaries between the physical and spiritual realms blur, and the true essence of our being is revealed. Mache's wisdom and guidance serve as a reminder of the boundless potential that resides within each of us. He stands as a testament to the power of connection, the resilience of the human spirit, and the transformative magic that lies within our grasp.In this special episode, we discuss:LiminalityBalancingAscensionBringing medicine backCompassionEmbodying our humanness Spiritual HygienePatterns of energyRitual cleaningThe power of awarenessConnect with Mache on his website on Instagram @mache.chache77Podcast music by Charles Kurtz+ Read transcript

Grab some tea and a snack and join us as we chat with Kharla, a Haitian Vodou practitioner about spiritual things! Y'all can go check her out on instagram @wayomtribe --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brujasociety/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brujasociety/support

Today's episode is all about the Haitian zombies. We've got a long introduction where we delve into documented accounts of zombification in Haiti, the practices used to make zombies and the widespread fear associated with them and then we finish off with two, true, scary stories of zombies.I also want to apologise for any mispronunciations. I have a head cold and I'm feeling sorry for myself.Join Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUPSubscribe to our PATREONEMAIL us your storiesFollow us on YOUTUBEJoin us on INSTAGRAMJoin us on TWITTERJoin us on FACEBOOKVisit our WEBSITESources:Introduction https://yourparanormal.com/occult/clairvius-narcisse/https://sites.duke.edu/ginalisgh323/zombification-process/https://www.harvardmagazine.com/2017/10/are-zombies-realhttps://discover.hubpages.com/education/The-Real-Zombies-of-Haitihttps://www.maloriesadventures.com/blog/haitian-zombieshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haitian_Vodouhttps://www.britannica.com/topic/Vodouhttps://universes.art/en/specials/2010/vodou/historyhttps://visithaiti.com/haiti-up-close/haitian-vodou-revealed/https://kids.britannica.com/kids/article/Vodou/601853https://sites.duke.edu/ginalisgh323/zombi-in-haiti/https://www.guioteca.com/fenomenos-paranormales/existen-realmente-los-aterradores-zombis-la-respuesta-a-los-muertos-vivientes-de-haiti/https://beforeitsnews.com/paranormal/2015/03/felicia-felix-mentor-the-most-haiti-creepiest-zombie-in-the-early-20th-century-2485318.htmlStory Two - Retelling https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/f65nsx/stared_down_by_a_zombie_thing/Thanks so much for listening and we'll catch up with you again on Monday.Sarah and Tobie xx"Spacial Winds" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey there, Vodou 101 is in session! Get ready to dive into the rich history and spiritual practices of Haitian Vodou with Dr. Kyrah Malika Daniels. From the Africanization of Catholicism to the significance of numbers and ritual order, we're unpacking it all. Let's get started! **5 Keys You'll Learn in This Episode:** 1. The Historical Connection: Dr. Daniels walks us through the Africanization of Catholicism and its influence on Vodou, tracing the roots back to 1491 in the Kongo Kingdom. 2. The Vodou Pantheon: Gain a deeper understanding of the structure of the Vodou pantheon, including the high creator god and the role of lwa/ancestors, and how it intersects with other religious traditions. 3. North & South: Explore the differences between Vodou practices in northern and southern Haiti, from the rituals and traditions to the hierarchical system of initiation. 4. The Power of Numbers: Discover the significance of numbers in Yoruba cosmology and Haitian Vodou and their representation of balance and continuous revelation. 5. Unraveling Mysteries: Dr. Daniels shares intriguing insights about the etymology of Vodou terms, the decentralized nature of the religion, and the importance of ritual order in Vodou ceremonies. **Fun Fact from the Episode:** Did you know that during the Haitian revolution, 60 to 70% of enslaved Africans came from Central Africa, particularly in the vast the Kongo Kingdom, highlighting the deep roots of Vodou in these regions? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/negmawonpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/negmawonpodcast/support

In this project, Elena Guzman explored the way Black women and non-binary people through the Caribbean and its diaspora use spiritual and ritual performance within African Diasporic Religions, including Santeria, Haitian Vodou, Puerto Rican Espiritismo, 21 Divisions, and Obeah, as a means to forge interstitial geographies of the African diaspora. Elena Guzman is an Afro-Boricua filmmaker, educator, and scholar raised in the Bronx with deep roots in the LES. She received her PhD in Anthropology from Cornell University and is an Assistant Professor in the African American and African Diaspora Studies Department and Anthropology at Indiana University Bloomington. Her manuscript, "Chimera Geographies: Black Feminist Borderland Performances," focuses on the way Black women and non-binary people throughout the African diaspora use ritual performance in African diaspora religion as a means to forge Black feminist borderlands through spiritual crossings. Her work has been published in Feminist Anthropology, NACLA, and Cultural Anthropology's Screening Room. This event took place October 31, 2023. For more information: https://wsrp.hds.harvard.edu/home A transcript is forthcoming.

Born in Angola, Africa, David Beth is the co-owner of Theion Publishing and the founder of the Pandaemonic Current and Hierophant of its associated initiatic groups. University educated in Germany and the USA, he has received various Western esoteric transmissions and is well known for his past work as the former head of Michael Bertiaux' Voudon Gnostic orders. For the past decade he has focused most of his attention on advanced work with a small group of dedicated esoteric students. David is also a Houngan Asogwe of Haitian Vodou and an initiate of Afro-centric secret societies. Having lived and travelled all over the world, David has now made his home in the South of Germany. David takes us through how the Black Man of the Sabbath leads the initiate into a different type of consciousness with which to engage the world. This type of consciousness is called ‘Night Consciousness'. The path to this type of consciousness can often require one's worldview to be shattered, a difficult and often horrifying experience. In the Plus show David takes us deeper into his teaching on death and good and evil. David outlines why every life is unique and sacred. There are some huge concepts discussed here and not to be missed. Enjoy Show notes: Theion Publishing https://theionpublishing.com/Further reading https://kosmic-gnosis.org/beth-supreme-katabasis/Jessica Grote https://www.jessicagrote.com/Master Leonard https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leonard_(demon)Katabasis https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KatabasisDjinn and Tonic event https://www.houseofzophiel.net --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spirit-box/message

This is a very special episode, a conversation between Carl Abrahamsson and Nicholaj de Mattos Frisvold. Carl Abrahamsson is a Swedish author, publisher and filmmaker. His books include Source Magic (2023), Chimera Obscura (2023), Codex Nordica (2022), Anton LaVey and the Church of Satan (2022), Different People (2021), The Devil's Footprint (2020), Occulture (2018), Mother, Have a Safe Trip (2016), Reasonances (2013), and The Fenris Wolf series. His films include Reseduction (2022), My Silent Lips (2019), Lunacy (2017), Sub Umbra Alarum Luna (2016) and the An Art Apart series. His publishing company is Trapart Books, Films and Editions. https://store.trapart.net/item/0 He also contributed a chapter to Psychoanalytic Perspectives on the Films of Ingmar Bergman: From Freud to Lacan and Beyond (2023) edited by Dr. Vanessa Sinclair. https://www.routledge.com/Psychoanalytic-Perspectives-on-the-Films-of-Ingmar-Bergman-From-Freud-to/Sinclair/p/book/9781032060071 Nicholaj de Mattos Frisvold, a native of Norway and resident of Brazil since 2003, is a psychologist, anthropologist, and master brewer (Capirotagem Cervejaria). During the last 25 years he has travelled extensively in search of traditional wisdom and spiritual legacies, with a particular focus on African and Afro derived traditions along with what is generally defined as traditional witchcraft in Europe. This has led to deep involvement with several streams of wisdom, such as traditional Ifá, Haitian Vodou, Palo Mayombe, and Quimbanda. Frisvold has an interest in spiritual philosophy, occult history, and the aesthetic language used to describe and understand tradition, spirituality, sorcery, and witchcraft, as exemplified in his books Palo Mayombe, Pomba Gira, Exu, and Ifá. https://scarletimprint.com/publications/african-diaspora Frisvold arranges workshops, courses and events of a spiritual and psychological orientation, as well as initiations at his grange in the Brazilian countryside, Villa Draconis, with his wife, Katy. They also offer spiritual, magical and astrological services and products through the Sacred Alchemy store. https://www.sacredalchemystore.com Articles, news and updates can be found on his blog, the Starry Cave. http://www.starrycave.com Watch this conversation at YouTube: https://youtu.be/GqmHOU8m-Do?si=T2Q7x-4LLA_s2Wzc Support the podcast at our Patreon where we post exclusive content every week, as well as unreleased material and works in progress, and we also have a Discord server: https://www.patreon.com/vanessa23carl We also have a Substack where weekly content is posted: https://vanessa23carl.substack.com Your support is GREATLY appreciated! Rendering Unconscious Podcast is hosted by Dr. Vanessa Sinclair, a psychoanalyst based in Sweden, who works with people internationally: www.drvanessasinclair.net Follow Dr. Vanessa Sinclair on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rawsin_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drvanessasinclair23 Visit the main website for more information and links to everything: www.renderingunconscious.org Many thanks to Carl Abrahamsson, who created the intro and outro music for Rendering Unconscious podcast. https://www.carlabrahamsson.com Check out Highbrow Lowlife at Bandcamp: https://highbrowlowlife.bandcamp.com His publishing company is Trapart Books, Films and Editions. https://store.trapart.net Follow him at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/CaAbrahamsson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carl.abrahamsson/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@carlabrahamsson Vimeo on Demand: https://vimeo.com/user3979080/vod_pages YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carlabrahamsson23 The song at the end of the episode is “Butterfly effect” from the album “All poets are pornographers” by Vanessa Sinclair & Pete Murphy. Available at https://petemurphy.bandcamp.com Also available at Spotify and other streaming services. Image: Carl Abrahamsson and Nicholaj de Mattos Frisvold https://scarletimprint.com/authors

Manman Brigitte is a venerated figure in the Haitian Vodou religion. Her fiery red hair and fair-skinned complexion hint at her Irish origins — historians believe she evolved from the Celtic goddess Brigid and the Catholic St. Brigid of Kildare. Today, she's called upon by vodou practitioners for her healing powers, and she's considered a protector of women against violence or unfaithful lovers.  For Further Reading: Maman Brigitte, Loa of the Dead in Voodoo Religion Spirits Born out of Blood: The Lwa of the Voodoo Pantheon Maman Brigitte Haitian Loa | New York Latin Culture Magazine The Black Religion That's Been Maligned for Centuries  This month, we're talking about Goddesses: mythical figures who have shaped culture, history, and imagination around the world. History classes can get a bad rap, and sometimes for good reason. When we were students, we couldn't help wondering... where were all the ladies at? Why were so many incredible stories missing from the typical curriculum? Enter, Womanica. On this Wonder Media Network podcast we explore the lives of inspiring women in history you may not know about, but definitely should. Every weekday, listeners explore the trials, tragedies, and triumphs of groundbreaking women throughout history who have dramatically shaped the world around us. In each 5 minute episode, we'll dive into the story behind one woman listeners may or may not know–but definitely should. These diverse women from across space and time are grouped into easily accessible and engaging monthly themes like Educators, Villains, Indigenous Storytellers, Activists, and many more.  Womanica is hosted by WMN co-founder and award-winning journalist Jenny Kaplan. The bite-sized episodes pack painstakingly researched content into fun, entertaining, and addictive daily adventures.  Womanica was created by Liz Kaplan and Jenny Kaplan, executive produced by Jenny Kaplan, and produced by Grace Lynch, Maddy Foley, Brittany Martinez, Edie Allard, Lindsey Kratochwill, Adesuwa Agbonile, Carmen Borca-Carrillo, Taylor Williamson, Sara Schleede, Paloma Moreno Jimenez, and Abbey Delk. Special thanks to Shira Atkins. Original theme music composed by Miles Moran. Follow Wonder Media Network: Website Instagram Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sabree is a Manbo Asogwe, a priestess in the Haitian Vodou religion. She is a teacher, spiritual mother, mentor, and diviner. Sabree shares the importance of being a mambo in her craft as the carrier of the Haitian lineage and culture.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this podcast Celucien Joseph discusses Christianity and Haitian Vodou in dialgoue, including stereotypes of the tradition, Afrophobia and Vodouphobia, Protestant and Catholic responses to Haitian Vodou, suggestions for productive theological exchanges and dialogue, and the need for greater familiarity with the Caribbean theological tradition and its theologians and biblical scholars. Dr. Joseph (affectionately called "Doctor Lou") is an award-winning author and a well-regarded Haitian-American author, scholar, and researcher. By training, he is an intellectual historian, literary scholar, and a theologian. Currently, he serves as Professor and Chair of the English Department at San Jacinto College. Celucien Joseph: https://drcelucienjoseph.com/bio/ "Refining cultural, national, and religious identity: The Christian-Vodouist dialogue?": https://www.academia.edu/28160823/_Redefining_Cultural_National_and_Religious_Identity_The_Christian_Vodouist_dialogue Revolutionary Change and Democratic Religion: Christianity, Vodou, and Secularism: https://www.amazon.com/Revolutionary-Change-Democratic-Religion-Christianity-ebook/dp/B087TKVT1J Vodou in the Haitian Experience: A Black Atlantic Perspective: https://www.amazon.com/Vodou-Haitian-Experience-Atlantic-Perspective-ebook/dp/B01EO0PEP2 Vodou in Haitian Memory: The Idea and Representation of Vodou in Haitian Imagination; https://www.amazon.com/Vodou-Haitian-Memory-Representation-Imagination-ebook/dp/B01EVZ3RA4 "Revising Caribbean Theological Tradition: 20 Haitian Theologians and Biblical Scholars You Should Know": https://theglobalchurchproject.com/haitian-theologians/ You can listen to Multifaith Matters on your favorite podcast platform, including Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and iHeart Radio. Learn more about our work at https://www.multifaithmatters.org Support this work: One-time donation: https://multifaithmatters.org/donate Become my patron: https://patron.podbean.com/johnwmorehead   #vodou #voodoo #haiti 

My guest this week is my friend Houngan James (Dyekidon Bon Houngan Daginen Menfo). James is a Nova Scotia based Houngan asogwe of the religion of Haitian Vodou. He undertook kanzo in 2017 in the lineage of La Fraicheur Belle Fleur Guinen just north of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Apart from his day job, James runs the website Lwa and Order, and engages in teaching and attending events across North America. In this episode we talk about hiw journey from punk kid building a shrine to Legba in the days of ICQ, to houngan having just married the lwas Freda, Dantor and La Sirene. To see more of James' work, please visit his website: https://lwaandorder.com/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Copyright information: Title Music: "Wintersong" by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License

What's it like to enter a religious or spiritual space as a queer person? In Haitian Vodou, the divinities are ready to accept LGBTQIA+ practitioners—and are arguably queer themselves. In part two of our Pride Beyond Borders episode about this African diasporic religion, Professor Eziaku Nwokocha takes us into one of Manbo Maude's temples to better understand this spiritual practice, and how its practitioners navigate questions of race, gender, and sexuality. Curious for more?  Check out part one of our conversation with Professor Nwokocha, where we get down to basics on Haitian Vodou and Haitian history.  Revisit the first episode from our Pride Beyond Borders series, all about global drag cultures, with Professor Kareem Khubchandani. And learn all about New Orleans history in parts one and two of our episode with Dr. Kathryn Olivarius! Eziaku Nwokocha is an Assistant Professor at the University of Miami. She is a scholar of Africana religions with expertise in the ethnographic study of Vodou in Haiti and the Haitian diaspora. Her research is grounded in a thorough understanding of religions in Africa, the Caribbean, and the United States, in gender and sexuality studies, visual and material culture and Africana Studies generally. She is the author of Vodou en Vogue: Fashioning Black Divinities in Haiti and the United States (University of North Carolina Press, 2023), which is an ethnographic study of fashion, spirit possession, and gender and sexuality in contemporary Haitian Vodou, exploring Black religious communities through their innovative ceremonial practices. This book is featured within the series Where Religion Lives. You can follow Professor Nwokocha on Twitter and Instagram at @dr_zaku, and at eziakunwokocha.com. Follow us on Instagram @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on Instagram @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at JonathanVanNess.com. Find books from past Getting Curious guests at bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn. Our executive producer is Erica Getto. Our producer is Chris McClure. Our editor is Andrew Carson. Production support from Julie Carrillo and Emily Bossak. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A spiritual practice that has a divinity dedicated to the protection of lesbians?! Tell us more! This week, for our Pride Beyond Borders series, we're exploring the world of Haitian Vodou in a special two-part episode. In this first half, Professor Eziaku Nwokocha introduces us to this African diasporic religion, and Haitian history. In part two, out tomorrow, we'll step into the world of Manbo Maude's temples in Haiti and the US to learn about Haitian Vodou rituals and fashions, and what this practice has to do with queerness. Curious for more? Check out the first episode from our Pride Beyond Borders series, all about global drag cultures, with Professor Kareem Khubchandani. Eziaku Nwokocha is an Assistant Professor at the University of Miami. She is a scholar of Africana religions with expertise in the ethnographic study of Vodou in Haiti and the Haitian diaspora. Her research is grounded in a thorough understanding of religions in Africa, the Caribbean, and the United States, in gender and sexuality studies, visual and material culture and Africana Studies generally. She is the author of Vodou en Vogue: Fashioning Black Divinities in Haiti and the United States (University of North Carolina Press, 2023), which is an ethnographic study of fashion, spirit possession, and gender and sexuality in contemporary Haitian Vodou, exploring Black religious communities through their innovative ceremonial practices. This book is featured within the series Where Religion Lives. You can follow Professor Nwokocha on Twitter and Instagram at @dr_zaku, and at eziakunwokocha.com. Follow us on Instagram @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on Instagram @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at JonathanVanNess.com. Find books from past Getting Curious guests at bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn. Our executive producer is Erica Getto. Our producer is Chris McClure. Our editor is Andrew Carson. Production support from Julie Carrillo and Emily Bossak. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to TheQuinCat.com. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Water is often tasked with upholding division through the imposition of geopolitical borders. We see this in the construction of the Rio Grande/Río Bravo on the US-Mexico border, as well as in how the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean are used to delineate the limits of US territory. In stark contrast to this divisive view, Afro-diasporic religions conceive of water as a place of connection; it is where spiritual entities and ancestors reside, and where knowledge awaits. Departing from the premise that water encourages confluence through the sustainment of contradiction, Channeling Knowledges: Water and Afro-Diasporic Spirits in Latinx and Caribbean Worlds (U Texas Press, 2023) fathoms water's depth and breadth in the work of Latinx and Caribbean creators such as Mayra Santos-Febres, Rita Indiana, Gloria Evangelina Anzaldúa, and the Border of Lights collective. Combining methodologies from literary studies, anthropology, history, and religious studies, Rebeca L. Hey-Colón's interdisciplinary study traces how Latinx and Caribbean cultural production draws on systems of Afro-diasporic worship—Haitian Vodou, La 21 División (Dominican Vodou), and Santería/Regla de Ocha—to channel the power of water, both salty and sweet, in sustaining connections between past, present, and not-yet-imagined futures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

Water is often tasked with upholding division through the imposition of geopolitical borders. We see this in the construction of the Rio Grande/Río Bravo on the US-Mexico border, as well as in how the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean are used to delineate the limits of US territory. In stark contrast to this divisive view, Afro-diasporic religions conceive of water as a place of connection; it is where spiritual entities and ancestors reside, and where knowledge awaits. Departing from the premise that water encourages confluence through the sustainment of contradiction, Channeling Knowledges: Water and Afro-Diasporic Spirits in Latinx and Caribbean Worlds (U Texas Press, 2023) fathoms water's depth and breadth in the work of Latinx and Caribbean creators such as Mayra Santos-Febres, Rita Indiana, Gloria Evangelina Anzaldúa, and the Border of Lights collective. Combining methodologies from literary studies, anthropology, history, and religious studies, Rebeca L. Hey-Colón's interdisciplinary study traces how Latinx and Caribbean cultural production draws on systems of Afro-diasporic worship—Haitian Vodou, La 21 División (Dominican Vodou), and Santería/Regla de Ocha—to channel the power of water, both salty and sweet, in sustaining connections between past, present, and not-yet-imagined futures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/latino-studies

Water is often tasked with upholding division through the imposition of geopolitical borders. We see this in the construction of the Rio Grande/Río Bravo on the US-Mexico border, as well as in how the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean are used to delineate the limits of US territory. In stark contrast to this divisive view, Afro-diasporic religions conceive of water as a place of connection; it is where spiritual entities and ancestors reside, and where knowledge awaits. Departing from the premise that water encourages confluence through the sustainment of contradiction, Channeling Knowledges: Water and Afro-Diasporic Spirits in Latinx and Caribbean Worlds (U Texas Press, 2023) fathoms water's depth and breadth in the work of Latinx and Caribbean creators such as Mayra Santos-Febres, Rita Indiana, Gloria Evangelina Anzaldúa, and the Border of Lights collective. Combining methodologies from literary studies, anthropology, history, and religious studies, Rebeca L. Hey-Colón's interdisciplinary study traces how Latinx and Caribbean cultural production draws on systems of Afro-diasporic worship—Haitian Vodou, La 21 División (Dominican Vodou), and Santería/Regla de Ocha—to channel the power of water, both salty and sweet, in sustaining connections between past, present, and not-yet-imagined futures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Water is often tasked with upholding division through the imposition of geopolitical borders. We see this in the construction of the Rio Grande/Río Bravo on the US-Mexico border, as well as in how the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean are used to delineate the limits of US territory. In stark contrast to this divisive view, Afro-diasporic religions conceive of water as a place of connection; it is where spiritual entities and ancestors reside, and where knowledge awaits. Departing from the premise that water encourages confluence through the sustainment of contradiction, Channeling Knowledges: Water and Afro-Diasporic Spirits in Latinx and Caribbean Worlds (U Texas Press, 2023) fathoms water's depth and breadth in the work of Latinx and Caribbean creators such as Mayra Santos-Febres, Rita Indiana, Gloria Evangelina Anzaldúa, and the Border of Lights collective. Combining methodologies from literary studies, anthropology, history, and religious studies, Rebeca L. Hey-Colón's interdisciplinary study traces how Latinx and Caribbean cultural production draws on systems of Afro-diasporic worship—Haitian Vodou, La 21 División (Dominican Vodou), and Santería/Regla de Ocha—to channel the power of water, both salty and sweet, in sustaining connections between past, present, and not-yet-imagined futures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/latin-american-studies

Water is often tasked with upholding division through the imposition of geopolitical borders. We see this in the construction of the Rio Grande/Río Bravo on the US-Mexico border, as well as in how the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean are used to delineate the limits of US territory. In stark contrast to this divisive view, Afro-diasporic religions conceive of water as a place of connection; it is where spiritual entities and ancestors reside, and where knowledge awaits. Departing from the premise that water encourages confluence through the sustainment of contradiction, Channeling Knowledges: Water and Afro-Diasporic Spirits in Latinx and Caribbean Worlds (U Texas Press, 2023) fathoms water's depth and breadth in the work of Latinx and Caribbean creators such as Mayra Santos-Febres, Rita Indiana, Gloria Evangelina Anzaldúa, and the Border of Lights collective. Combining methodologies from literary studies, anthropology, history, and religious studies, Rebeca L. Hey-Colón's interdisciplinary study traces how Latinx and Caribbean cultural production draws on systems of Afro-diasporic worship—Haitian Vodou, La 21 División (Dominican Vodou), and Santería/Regla de Ocha—to channel the power of water, both salty and sweet, in sustaining connections between past, present, and not-yet-imagined futures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Water is often tasked with upholding division through the imposition of geopolitical borders. We see this in the construction of the Rio Grande/Río Bravo on the US-Mexico border, as well as in how the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean are used to delineate the limits of US territory. In stark contrast to this divisive view, Afro-diasporic religions conceive of water as a place of connection; it is where spiritual entities and ancestors reside, and where knowledge awaits. Departing from the premise that water encourages confluence through the sustainment of contradiction, Channeling Knowledges: Water and Afro-Diasporic Spirits in Latinx and Caribbean Worlds (U Texas Press, 2023) fathoms water's depth and breadth in the work of Latinx and Caribbean creators such as Mayra Santos-Febres, Rita Indiana, Gloria Evangelina Anzaldúa, and the Border of Lights collective. Combining methodologies from literary studies, anthropology, history, and religious studies, Rebeca L. Hey-Colón's interdisciplinary study traces how Latinx and Caribbean cultural production draws on systems of Afro-diasporic worship—Haitian Vodou, La 21 División (Dominican Vodou), and Santería/Regla de Ocha—to channel the power of water, both salty and sweet, in sustaining connections between past, present, and not-yet-imagined futures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/caribbean-studies

What kind of leader would say of his own people that they are “meant to suffer”? Well, maybe a savage despot who claimed to be the master of the dead – a powerful sorcerer who could use vodou to raise murderous zombies at will, read minds, and even assassinate a US president…Francois Duvalier, known as ‘Papa Doc', is one of the most ruthless dictators of the 20th Century, responsible for the deaths of an estimated 60,000 people, and a reign of terror that tragically reverberates through Haiti to this day.This week Hannah and Suruthi find out how the first nation to be founded by slaves gave way to brutal Black nationalism, black magic, and decades of public savagery.Note for Wondery+ or Amazon Music subscribers downloading our early-release episode: our ShortHand on Haitian Vodou is out on 16 May!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I discuss a few things I wish I had known before I started practicing African spirituality. I started my journeys into the Ifa and Haitian Vodou spiritual systems a number of years ago. And I have experienced a few ups and downs along the way. Though the negative aspects I encountered didn't stop or hinder me in any way, it would have been useful to know about them beforehand. Understanding these dynamics may be useful to you as you start or continue your journey down this path. So join me in this episode as I shed light on a few things I wish I had known before practicing African spirituality. Check Out Our Products and Services!!! CONNECTING WITH YOUR ANCESTORS: https://amzn.to/3K8NuvU IFA (ORISHA) DIVINATION: https://asanee44.com/product-category/ifa-divination/ IFA PRODUCTS & SERVICES: https://asanee44.com/product-category/ifa-products-services/ SPIRITUAL COACHING SERVICES: https://asanee44.com/product-category/spiritual-coaching/ SUPPORT: https://anchor.fm/african-spirit/support --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/african-spirit/message

Lenglensou is a well-known and dangerous guard spirit within the Haitian Vodou pantheon. Though this loa is widely revered in Haiti, his character and manifestation are not as well known in the Western world. In this episode, Ritchy Thermidor and I discuss the importance of understanding the nature of this loa before approaching him. So join us in this episode as we discuss Lenglensou. Check Out Our Products and Services!!! CONNECTING WITH YOUR ANCESTORS: https://amzn.to/3K8NuvU IFA (ORISHA) DIVINATION: https://asanee44.com/product-category/ifa-divination/ IFA PRODUCTS & SERVICES: https://asanee44.com/product-category/ifa-products-services/ SPIRITUAL COACHING SERVICES: https://asanee44.com/product-category/spiritual-coaching/ SUPPORT: https://anchor.fm/african-spirit/support --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/african-spirit/message

In this episode, Ritchy Thermidor and I reveal what happens during a Haitian Vodou divination session. We discuss the ins and outs of the process and the best ways to prepare for it. Likewise, we talk about what clients should do after getting a Vodou reading. So join us as we discuss what to expect from a Haitian Vodou reading session. Check Out Our Products and Services!!! CONNECTING WITH YOUR ANCESTORS: https://amzn.to/3K8NuvU IFA (ORISHA) DIVINATION: https://asanee44.com/product-category/ifa-divination/ IFA PRODUCTS & SERVICES: https://asanee44.com/product-category/ifa-products-services/ SPIRITUAL COACHING SERVICES: https://asanee44.com/product-category/spiritual-coaching/ SUPPORT: https://anchor.fm/african-spirit/support --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/african-spirit/message

In this Flashback Wednesday episode from November 2022 one of our favorites. Does Voodoo really exist? What happens when you confront a Haitian Voodoo High Priest? When you think of Voodoo does it invoke images of animal sacrifices, magical dolls, and chanted spells? How does Voodoo serve as a form of health care system? Can you see the devil in the flames? We're going to answer these questions and more when we have a conversation with a woman who experienced the supernatural and Voodoo up close and personal. I'm your host Michal Herst Welcome to One More Thing Before You Go.According to “The Conversation” an Academic Journal, “Voodoo – as practiced in Haiti and by the black diaspora in the United States, South America, and Africa, is a religion based on ancestral spirits and patron saints. Known as “Vodou” in Haiti, the religion has also served as a form of resistance against the French colonial empire. A religion born out of struggle, Haitian Vodou was born from the blending of Catholicism, Western and Central African spirituality” (https://theconversation.com/what-is-haitian-voodoo-119621).My Guest in this episode is Linda Gunter, as a real estate investor in the city of Atlanta, Georgia, Linda Gunter and her husband were faced with homelessness, drugs and prostitution daily. They opened a shelter which addressed these issues that eventually closed but allowed them to re-imagine those efforts into: Love Him Love Them which became their new ministry in northeast Georgia included an after-school program, jail ministry, providing for foster children, hosting community activities. In 2004, a tragic event occurred that left 5 children who just happened to be Haitian without a mom and dad. On the 17th day of the 7th month of the year 2007, Linda's family grew from the size of 2 to 7 with children ranging in ages from 7 to 17. Because of their new Haitian children, the Gunter's were soon to have an encounter in Haiti that would change their lives and their ministry forever. Welcome to the show. Find out more and how to get in touch with Linda visit https://beforeyougopodcast.comThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Papa Seer interviews Artemis aka "The Hoodoo Mermaid" ( @the.hoodoo.mermaid.LLC ) as he takes us on a heartening journey from his cultural traditions of Haitian Vodou, into European Witchcraft. Support the show Follow @PapaSeer On IG Book A Reading With Papa Seer Join The Discord Server (Conjure Square Group Chat ) Classes Shop Follow Us On Clubhouse Donate To Our Podcast Show Credits Producer - @PapaSeer Writer - @PapaSeer Editor- @Papa Seer

In the inaugural episode of the Arcanvm Podcast, Ike Baker sits down with musician, performer, curator, and long-time Ashevillian (NC), Jim Genaro to talk about music, magic, the Surreal Sirkus, Haitian Vodou, performance-as-invocation, the importance of creating "temporary autonomous zones", and much more. Support on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

An in-depth exploration of the practice, relevance, and purpose of spirit marriage around the world• Presents interviews with ten contemporary practitioners of spirit marriage, exploring how the relationship developed and the opportunities and challenges• Discusses the author's own spirit marriage, including her awakening as an erotic mystic and her encounters with her Faery beloved• Explains how to cultivate a spirit marriage, sharing precautions and practices to spiritually prepare yourself and navigate the potential challenges of spirit marriageExploring the phenomenon of the spirit spouse or spirit lover--an entity to which a human is psychically bonded--Megan Rose, Ph.D., examines the practice and purpose of spirit marriage around the world, presenting transcultural evidence of this form of sacred union in anthropological research, religious literature, mythology, folklore, and the oral tradition. She shares her in-depth interviews with ten contemporary practitioners of spirit marriage, including a Faery Seer, a Shakta Tantric, a West African Shrine Keeper, a New Orleans Voodoo Mambo, Haitian Vodou practitioners, and a ceremonial magician. Through these respectful interviews, the spirit-marriage practitioners tell their stories of initiation and of having a spouse who is both otherworldly and able to assist in waking- world activities. They offer intimate insight into this growing global practice and its larger evolutionary purpose. We learn about their experiences of first contact, the decision to marry, how the relationship is upheld by their community, and the impact on their other relationships. We also learn about the risks and challenges as well as one example of divorcing a spirit.Sharing her personal experience, the author discusses in detail her own spirit marriage, including the erotic nature of being “spirit filled” and her encounters with her Faery beloved. She explains how to cultivate a spirit marriage, sharing precautions and practices to spiritually prepare yourself, interpret your paranormal encounters, and navigate the potential challenges of spirit marriage.Presenting the first study of the transcultural, shamanistic practice of spirit marriage, this book shows how bonded relationships with spirits are needed now more than ever to assist with spiritual evolution.Megan Rose, Ph.D., has a doctorate in East-West psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies and a master's degree in religion in society from the Graduate Theological Union. She is an initiated ceremonial magician, a Shakta Tantric practitioner, and a senior seer in the House of Brigh Faery Seership Institute. She serves as an ordained interfaith minister and psycho-spiritual counselor and is the executive director of the Entheosis Institute. She lives in San Francisco.