Listen "Hexed Holidays: A Story of Revenge"
Episode Synopsis
In a festive city lived Lisa, a woman of many secrets was unjustly fired from her job before Christmas. Filled with resentment, she decided to use her "abilities" for revenge. As the city slept, she prepared a curse for her heartless employer.Mangkukulam“Mangkukulam” is a term deeply woven into the cultural fabric of the Philippines, denoting individuals who practice “kulam,” a type of witchcraft or sorcery. This story shows one of the many facets of the intriguing world of the Mangkukulam and their rituals.The notion of the Mangkukulam has roots predating Spanish colonization, indicating the long-standing prevalence of witchcraft throughout the Philippine islands. In modern times, these practices are particularly prevalent in areas such as Siquijor, Cebu, Davao, Talalora, Western Samar, and Sorsogon.AlbularyoAn albularyo, a term originating from the Spanish word “herbolario,” is a traditional Filipino healer who specializes in the knowledge of herbs and employs folkloric treatment methods.#kulam #mangkukulam #albularyoStory by: Genesis DomingoNarrated and produced by: Genesis Domingo
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