Since 1973’s The Exorcist, demonic possession and exorcism have dominated horror pop culture. But what are the origins of exorcism within the Catholic Church and how has it changed over the centuries?
Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of religious trauma, death, persecution, possession, ableism, medical malpractice, forced marriage, institutionalizing, mental illness, self-harm, homophobia, transphobia, and violence.
Housekeeping
- Recommendation: This week, Julia recommends Face Off on Netflix and Peacock!
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Cast & Crew
- Co-Hosts: Julia Schifini and Amanda McLoughlin
- Editor: Bren Frederick
- Music: Brandon Grugle, based on "Danger Storm" by Kevin MacLeod
- Artwork: Allyson Wakeman
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About Us
Spirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.
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236: Your Urban Legends LI - Ghostly Cheez-Its
235: Beauty and the Beast (Myth Movie Night)
234: Sirens and Black Voices (with Bethany C. Morrow)
233: Sinbad the Sailor
232: Your Urban Legends L - Mold? Or GHOSTS?
231: Advice from Folklore III (with Dr. Moiya McTier)
230: Jamaican Witches (with Ciannon Smart)
229: The Secret Tunnels of Europe (Erdstalls)
228: Inserting Ourselves into the Story (with Rena Rossner)
227: Your Urban Legends XLIX - PS3: Powered By Ghosts?
226: Soju (with Dr. Hyunhee Park)
225: Tatterhood
224: Your Urban Legends XLVIII - The Creepy Child Scale
223: The Tale of Princess Kaguya (Myth Movie Night)
222: Women and Other Monsters (with Jess Zimmerman)
221: The Moon
220: Your Urban Legends XLVII - Expanding the Spirits Canon
219: Advice from Folklore II (with Moiya McTier)
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