Best Rootwork Podcasts (2025)

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11. Elizabeth Bathory: The Notorious Blood Countess 26:05

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High in the Carpathian hills, the ruins of Cachtice Castle still whisper her name. In this episode, we descend into the history and legend of Elizabeth Bathory—the Hungarian countess accused of bathing in blood and condemned without a trial. You’ll hear what really happened inside those castle walls, what the records say, and what the folklore inve…

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10. The Tomb of Marie Laveau – Voodoo, Graveyard Magic, and the Spirit of New Orleans 30:14

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White-washed and sun-cracked, the tomb of Marie Laveau stands in St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 like it’s still waiting for someone to knock. In this episode, we dig into the magic and myth surrounding the most famous Voodoo Queen of New Orleans—and the strange rituals that still cling to her grave. You’ll hear how this Creole healer became a living lege…

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How to Read Playing Cards for Real Insight – Papa Seer’s Unscripted Lesson 29:47

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Join Papa Seer—master cartomancer, author of The Intimacy of Cartomancy, and creator of the Soothsayer Divination Deck—for a 30-minute, unscripted teaching session that brings cartomancy to life. In this natural, commentary-style lesson you’ll discover: How to read with confidence using only the four suits and the red/black colors. Real-life readin…

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How to Call on the Right Ancestors (Even If You Don’t Know Their Names) 21:43

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Register For Classes & Workshops Papa Seer gives a deep, practical teaching on calling the right ancestors—even if you don’t know their names. In this episode, Papa Seer introduces the Soil Bearers: the hardworking ancestors of soil and toil—gardeners, railroad builders, sharecroppers, and others—whose strength, discipline, and sacrifice still move…

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9. The Hex Murder of York County: A True Crime Rooted in Pennsylvania Dutch Folk Magic 32:38

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In 1928, a Pennsylvania folk healer named Nelson Rehmeyer was beaten and killed by three men who believed he’d hexed them. They weren’t strangers—they knew him, had sat at his kitchen table, and came armed with folk instructions: steal his spellbook, take a lock of hair, and destroy them to break the curse. When the fire they set didn’t catch, the …

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Voodoo Axe Murders: Did Clementine Barnabet Really Kill? 13:13

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Step into the shadowy swamps of early 20th-century Louisiana and uncover the chilling story of Clementine Barnabet, accused of a string of brutal axe murders. Was she truly a calculating killer, guided by dark Hoodoo rituals, or a pawn of hysteria, fear, and racial prejudice? In this episode, Papa Seer dives deep into the historical records, eyewit…

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Spiritual Parasites — Protect Hoodoo, Protect Yourself (Raw & Unscripted) 26:32

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Join The Discord Learn To Read Playing Cards (Cartomancy) This one’s uncut — raw talk about the spiritual predators hiding in plain sight online. I break down how to spot spiritual parasites, why they flourish on clout and chaos, and how new practitioners can build real discernment and accountability without losing their spirit. No filters. No symp…

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A Hoodoo True Crime You’ve Never Heard Of (1845 New Orleans) 38:35

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Most people have never heard this true story… In 1845 a slave named Pauline and her lover Peter Rabbeneck turned an ordinary Bayou Road home into a secret prison. For six terrifying weeks, Pauline held her mistress and three children hostage, beating and starving them in the dark. When the nightmare was exposed, it led to one of the most shocking e…

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It's Hoodoo Season- Are You Ready? 20:31

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Connect With Papa Seer Join The Discord Community Papa Seer returns with a candid, spirit-filled welcome to the most powerful time of the year—Hoodoo season. Whether you’ve been deep in your practice or have drifted away, this episode is a call to come back to your ancestors, refresh your altar work, and claim the blessings waiting for you. For tho…

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Voodoo Queen Lala: The Untold Story 12:34

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Step into the shadows of New Orleans history with Voodoo Queen Lala, one of the most mysterious and misunderstood figures of Louisiana’s spiritual world.In this documentary, we uncover the untold story of Lala — a conjure woman both feared and sought after, a healer and a mystic whose name was whispered through the streets of New Orleans. From veve…

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Creole Faith Healers of Louisiana | Dr. Jack & The Traiteurs 10:55

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Step into the hidden world of Louisiana’s secret healers — the traiteurs. In this documentary, we uncover the life of Dr. Jack Kerry, a Creole healer known for his gift of prayer, fasting, and healing rituals. Though he denied being a hoodoo man, Dr. Jack’s story reveals the blurred lines between faith healing, Catholic prayer traditions, and Afric…

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8. Where Haints Get Stuck: Bottle Trees to Trap Evil Spirits 28:34

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Blue bottle trees aren’t just porch decorations—they’re spirit traps. In this episode, we dig into the Southern and African origins of this folk magic tradition, where glass bottles are used to confuse, trap, or drive off wandering spirits. You’ll learn how this practice came over from the Congo, how it changed in the American South, and why blue i…

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Ida Carter, The Hoodoo Tarot High Priestess: Imposter or Icon? 16:42

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Ida Carter — the woman remembered as “Seven Sisters” and immortalized as the High Priestess in the Hoodoo Tarot. But who was she really?In this documentary, we uncover the untold story of Ida Carter, a powerful conjure woman whose reputation stretched across the Black Belt of Alabama and Georgia. Folklorist Carl Carmer dedicated an entire chapter o…

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7. The Myrtles Plantation: The Mirror That Watches Back 31:38

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Mirrors are supposed to show us the truth—but in folk magic, they do a whole lot more. In this episode, we’re heading to Louisiana’s most famously haunted home to unravel the legends behind the Myrtles Plantation and the mirror said to trap spirits inside its frame. We’ll walk the line between history and haunting, breaking down the folklore of Chl…

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SIX LIES ABOUT SPIRITUAL AWAKENING THEY FOOLED YOU 11:09

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Spiritual awakening is often surrounded by mystery, half-truths, and misconceptions. In this video, I break down 6 of the biggest myths (or lies) about spiritual awakening that keep many seekers stuck, confused, or even disillusioned.True awakening isn’t about perfection, constant bliss, or escaping reality—it’s about transformation, responsibility…

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Join The Hoodoo Family! (H.C.R. IS BACK !) 3:53

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Step 1 : Join The Discord 🔥 Our 2025 Initiation took place at Fort Monroe, the same soil where the first Africans were brought to Virginia. This is our 4th Initiation, continuing the legacy every two years. 🌿 Classes for the Hoodoo Conjure Rootwork Academy begin January 2026. The first step is simple: join the Discord. Only then will you gain acces…

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5 Signs Your Ancestors Are Listening to You | Hoodoo Ancestral Guidance 9:49

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Join The Discord Have you ever prayed, made an offering, or sat quietly by your altar… and wondered if anyone was really listening? You're not alone. Many people on the path of ancestral veneration struggle with doubt in the beginning. In this powerful video, Papa Seer breaks down five clear signs that your ancestors are not only listening—but acti…

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Spirit Chose You: 10 Signs You’re a Born Spiritual Worker 10:47

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You didn’t choose this path—Spirit chose you. In this quiet, cinematic message from Papa Seer, you’ll hear 10 signs that you are a born spiritual worker. This isn’t just a list—it’s a mirror, a memory, and a confirmation. If you’ve ever felt called… but couldn’t explain why—this is for you.

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6. Omens in the Oven: Kitchen Magic and Household Warnings 27:41

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For as long as there have been hearths, the kitchen has been more than a place to cook—it’s been the heart of household magic and the first line of defense against what doesn’t belong. In this episode, we delve into the world of culinary omens, protective recipes, and everyday tools imbued with meaning. From bread that rises—or refuses to—to iron p…

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5. Sharp Magic: Ritual Knives, Iron Nails, and the Edge Between Blessing and Banishment 27:21

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For generations, sharp tools have done more than carve wood or cut rope—they’ve drawn boundaries, ended spiritual ties, and held protection in place. In this episode, we’re digging into the world of ritual knives, iron nails, and other edged tools used in folk magic across cultures. From black-handled conjure blades to coffin nails pulled from grav…

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4. Death Knocks - The Coffin Was Screaming - Appalachian Death Omens 26:33

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For centuries, people have whispered about the signs that death is coming—a knock at the window, a bird tapping on glass, a shadow in the shape of someone still breathing. From eerie sounds to black dogs and flying birds, this episode pulls back the veil on the chilling world of death omens: where they come from, how they’ve shaped family customs, …

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2. The Greenbrier Ghost Testified in Her Own Murder Trial 25:17

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In 1897, a young woman died under mysterious circumstances in Greenbrier County, West Virginia. Her death might’ve gone unnoticed—until her mother claimed she returned from the grave with a shocking truth. This isn’t just a ghost story—it’s a legal case where spectral testimony helped convict a killer. We walk through the legend, the court records,…

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1. The Devil at the Crossroads - Robert Johnson and the Power of Folk Pacts 30:17

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Robert Johnson didn’t invent the story of making a deal with the Devil at the crossroads—but he sure made it sing. In this debut episode, we dig into the Southern folklore that shaped the myth, the deeper meaning behind crossroads in folk magic, and how these stories get tangled up with race, power, and fear. From Hoodoo conjure work to Delta blues…

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3. Buried in Glass: Witch Bottles and Hidden Hexes 31:17

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For centuries, people buried glass bottles under thresholds and hearths, stuffed with hair, nails, pins, and other nasty bits—desperate measures to trap evil or send it crawling back where it came from. In this episode, we dig into the history and folklore of witch bottles: where they come from, why they work, and how they show up in both archaeolo…

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21 Saints Sacrificed In Africa 17:12

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In the Kingdom of Buganda, ruled by King Mwanga II, a clash of cultures unfolds as European missionaries introduce Christianity to a land steeped in ancient traditions. Mwanga's reign and the martyrdom of Charles Lwanga and his companions provide a gripping narrative that sheds light on the complexities of colonialism, religious conversion, and the…

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Tortured by the Church: Paula & Teodora’s True Story 15:00

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In this powerful first episode of the Black Witch Files, we uncover the true stories of Paula de Eguiluz and Teodora de Salcedo — two Afro-Caribbean women accused of witchcraft during the height of the Spanish Inquisition in the Americas.✨ Paula, a dark-skinned healer who survived three witch trials, manipulation, and 200 lashes — only to rise agai…

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Aunt Caroline Dye: The Real Hoodoo Queen of the South 31:13

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Born into slavery and rising to national fame, she became one of the most sought-after Hoodoo seers in the American South.In this exclusive deep-dive, Papa Seer uncovers the real story behind Aunt Caroline Dye’s power. From her prophetic gifts at age 10 to her legendary readings that guided gamblers, lovers, and politicians alike—this is the untold…

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The Feral Folklorist Trailer: Magic, Mystery, and Ghosts with Stories to Tell 1:06

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The Feral Folklorist is a podcast about the eerie, the enchanted, and the stories we’ve been whispering for generations. From haunted objects to weather witches, buried charms to crossroads deals—it’s where folklore meets real history and a little bit of dirt-under-the-nails magic. The show launches June 30, 2025 with a three-episode drop, followed…

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Voodoo Axe Murders? The Chilling Tale of Clementine Barnabet 13:12

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Step into the shadowy swamps of early 20th-century Louisiana and uncover the chilling story of Clementine Barnabet, accused of a string of brutal axe murders. Was she truly a calculating killer, guided by dark Hoodoo rituals, or a pawn of hysteria, fear, and racial prejudice? In this episode, Papa Seer dives deep into the historical records, eyewit…

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The Forgotten Black Women of the Salem Witch Trials 8:56

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The Forgotten Black Women of the Salem Witch Trials🎥 A Black Witch Files Micro-Documentary by Papa SeerIn 1692, three enslaved Black women were accused of witchcraft in Salem:Tituba. Candy. Mary Black.One became a symbol. The others were buried by time.This isn’t the story you’ve been told.This is the truth the court recorded — and history erased.I…

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The Conjure of Cleanliness 18:40

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Download Classes A clean home is more than just a reflection of discipline — it is a sacred act of alignment. In today’s episode of Hoodoo & Chill, Papa Seer explores the deep spiritual connection between cleanliness and godliness within Hoodoo, African American folk spirituality, and ancestral practice. Learn how physical tidiness can become a for…