27: The Loudun Possessions - Demons
In 1632, a group of nuns in the French town of Loudun claimed they’d been bewitched by a man named Urbain Grandier - a charismatic, controversial priest who was famously down bad.
In this episode, we’re diving into the Loudun possessions: the scandal, the politics, the public exorcisms, and the infamous witch trial that ended with Grandier burned at the stake. From demons and intrigue to repression and an (allegedly) real contract with the Devil, this one has it all.
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I Scream, You Scream Podcast
Welcome to I Scream, You Scream, your weekly scoop of the most chilling histories, mysteries and paranormal perplexities—served with a side of ice cream.
Every month, hosts Gina & Kathryn pick a new flavor of ice cream AND a new topic to go along with it! Werewolves, poison, cemeteries, you name it! From deep dives into stories we all thought we knew to your real-world experiences, at this ice cream party, we always get to the bottom of the bowl.
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Keep it cool🍦
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