In this hauntingly delicious episode, we descend into the blood-soaked, Southern gothic world of the film Sinners—a vampire story laced with folklore, crossroads magic, and protective witchcraft. From Robert Johnson’s legendary deal with the Devil to real-life vampire lore, we explore the shadowy edges of horror and spellcraft.

We cover ancient garlic rituals, vampiric goddesses like the Empusae and Lamia, and garlic’s sacred link to Hekate. Plus: folklore from Romania, real historical vampire cases, and protective charm work you can use today.

The film Sinners and why it’s your next obsession

Robert Johnson and crossroads lore: the deal that haunts blues history

Real-life vampire sightings and historical accounts

Female vampires from myth and legend: the Strigoi, Empusae, Lamia, and more

Garlic through history: its magickal and medicinal uses

Romanian garlic traditions + Hekate’s crossroads connection

Garlic in protective spells, folklore, and vampire defence

A garlic charm spell for protection and warding

The film Sinners

Hormone Goddess by Samantha Hadadi (book review + podcast tie-in)

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