A Deadly Sexual Obsession - The Possessed Nuns of Loudun

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  • čas přidán 10. 11. 2023
  • #paranormal #possession #witch
    In 1633 the convent of Ursulines in Loudun, France,
    became the scene of an outbreak of what
    was described as diabolical possession.
    Many of the nuns sequestered in the
    convent showed all of the signs of possession,
    including speaking in tongues, convulsive fits.
    That's not all - the nuns barked, screamed blasphemies
    and acted out obscene contortions.
    The affair grew in volume until practically all the nuns
    belonging to the institution were in the same condition.
    A total of 27 nuns claimed to be possessed,
    obsessed, or bewitched.
    The Exorcisms became a popular public
    spectacle conducted at the Ursuline convent.
    Though the whole affair had blown over by 1634
    with the execution of the main protagonist,
    exorcisms continued until 1637.
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  • @nicolejones9117
    @nicolejones9117 Před 7 měsíci +147

    Oddie is an amazing man. So talented and his voice is so soothing.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +16

      Thanks for your kind words Nicole, that's so nice of you.

    • @nicolejones9117
      @nicolejones9117 Před 7 měsíci +12

      Just the truth

    • @mohammedsalim7052
      @mohammedsalim7052 Před 5 měsíci +1

      ​@ObsoleteOddity
      Can you but Arabic translation please 🙏

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 5 měsíci

      @@mohammedsalim7052 unfortunately, with the later videos, I can no longer edit the language settings individually - CZcams has locked that setting and says that the language will be available automatically to each users computer/country settings.

    • @jillrowan4820
      @jillrowan4820 Před 4 měsíci

      I recognise this voice! Isn't this the octo, now I've forgotten the full name, a place in France where he carried out much research?

  • @suenew4285
    @suenew4285 Před 7 měsíci +98

    What an intriguing story. It was horrifying but I had to finish hoping for a positive ending. Those involved died horrible deaths. I have know personally of a nun and a priest who left the church because they fell in love. They began their own church and had followers that increased. Personally I think few are suited to the celibacy. What a sad and cruel ending to these people's lives. Applause to the masterful story telling.

  • @gloriamontgomery6900
    @gloriamontgomery6900 Před 7 měsíci +75

    There is a book, “The Devils of Loudun”, by Aldous Huxley about this very strange series of events. It is riveting

    • @theDENIMMAN
      @theDENIMMAN Před 7 měsíci +9

      The movie clip at the start of this video is from an adaptation of that book iirc
      That movie is fucking BONKERS by the way

    • @annamossity8879
      @annamossity8879 Před 7 měsíci +3

      @@theDENIMMANA clue as to the name of said movie??

    • @theDENIMMAN
      @theDENIMMAN Před 7 měsíci +11

      @@annamossity8879 "The Devils"
      The director is Ken Russel

    • @tahuti51
      @tahuti51 Před 6 měsíci +8

      The book was among over a hundred left behind in the house my father bought when I was five years old in 1956. All the books were in my bedroom! Eventually I discovered Huxley's book. I couldn't put it down. I was attending a catholic school at that time so I was seeing nuns every day. No demonic possessions but Sister Mary Austin had a crush on Father Gallio who was enamored of Miss Rosa,the attractive 3rd grade lay teacher. That's as close as we got to any drama😅

    • @mnirwin5112
      @mnirwin5112 Před 4 měsíci +1

      I've heard of that book but haven't yet read it.

  • @DiegoRodriguez-666
    @DiegoRodriguez-666 Před 7 měsíci +15

    The fact that you take time to reply to almost all the comments shows your dedication to your followers and its admirable.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you, I do not take my viewers for granted - if they leave me positive feedback, I make sure I reply 😊

    • @DiegoRodriguez-666
      @DiegoRodriguez-666 Před 7 měsíci

      @@ObsoleteOddity I respect that!

  • @sarahhirshlee
    @sarahhirshlee Před 7 měsíci +70

    Another cinematic quality upload that has made my Saturday morning. One of these days Hollywood is going to come knocking at your door!!! Thank you for the upload Mr Oddie!!! 💛🙏💛🙏

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +8

      That's very kind of you, thank you for that!

    • @andreayanochko4758
      @andreayanochko4758 Před 7 měsíci +2

      Another excellent video!! ❤

    • @sarahhirshlee
      @sarahhirshlee Před 7 měsíci +3

      ​@@ObsoleteOdditythank YOU for delivering me knowledge that is a pleasure for my eyes and ears. my brain thanks you!

    • @Inismoon
      @Inismoon Před 7 měsíci +1

      ​@@ObsoleteOddity💓

  • @rosanajaquez3274
    @rosanajaquez3274 Před 7 měsíci +24

    This is an amazing story. I was educated at a school run by Ursulines and this was not a story that was spoken of openly, I can tell you that. Thanks for also reminding me that I need to rewatch The Devils again soon. Repression is horrific.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Thank you so much for your positive feedback!

  • @steadyeddy6526
    @steadyeddy6526 Před 7 měsíci +8

    As Jung had written, " temptation is a constant companion of the saint. " Simply because they make the greatest attempt to repress it.

  • @BonnieCassler-dx6sd
    @BonnieCassler-dx6sd Před 7 měsíci +10

    What an unholy mess,I can't and don't want to even begin to imagine the pain of burning alive.
    As always,your stories are fascinating,and your visuals the best on CZcams.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much for your great feedback, my friend, very much appreciated!

  • @terereynolds698
    @terereynolds698 Před 7 měsíci +107

    My mom always wanted me to become a nun and teach at a Catholic school. I got married a few months after I graduated from high school, my husband and I have known each other since we were 10, we had 4 kids and I became a funeral director , my husband is retired from the Navy.

    • @deborahbaker4770
      @deborahbaker4770 Před 7 měsíci +14

      Mom’s sometime’s think they know what we should do with our live’s ‼️ My mother wanted me to marry an ugly short older man when I was 17 she said…Marry For Money And Learn To Love ☹️ NOPE NOT ME ‼️‼️ I married a guy I knew since Kindergarten we had 2 kid’s he moved us to another state stayed for a year and left us there with nothing no money and no car he moved back to where we came from and married his mistress who had 3 kid’s. So he left his own children for her children and treat’s her grandchildren as his grandchildren and not really his own grandchildren they are still married I was hoping for..ONCE A CHEATER ALWAY’S A CHEATER BEING TRUE UNFORTUNATELY NOT IN MY CASE BUT I STILL WOULDN’T A UGLY OLD MAN WHO HAS MONEY AND LEARN TO LOVE. I DID LOVE UNFORTUNATELY I LOVED THE WRONG PERSON ‼️🥺

    • @charliechurch5004
      @charliechurch5004 Před 7 měsíci +2

      Thank God u got married!! ❤❤❤❤

    • @terereynolds698
      @terereynolds698 Před 7 měsíci

      @@deborahbaker4770 I’m so sorry, my mom was a serial cheater, I was 5 when my biological dad said enough is enough, she had 5 kids by 3 different men, dad walked in on her and the guy that later became my stepdad. My three younger brothers and I had only lived with our biological parents for six months and we were sent back to live with our maternal grandparents again. I was eight when we saw our mom again.

    • @poutinedream5066
      @poutinedream5066 Před 7 měsíci +1

      ​@deborahbaker4770 My mom told me "marry the first time for money, the second time for love." I should've listened 😂

    • @justadutchman5169
      @justadutchman5169 Před 6 měsíci

      😳 Girls your stories.. 😬

  • @GabyGibson
    @GabyGibson Před 7 měsíci +34

    Until this morning I never heard of the nuns of Loudin. And now I have. I'm going to have to research this a little bit more. Thank you once again for a wonderful video, Oddie

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +2

      So glad you enjoyed the presentation - very much appreciated 😊

    • @pirbird14
      @pirbird14 Před 7 měsíci +7

      I saw the movie, The Devils, which was based on the novel "The Devils of Loudon" when it came out in 1971. I always appreciate a performance by Vanessa Redgrave, no matter what it is. Had no idea at the time what the historical basis was.

    • @DickDickstein
      @DickDickstein Před 7 měsíci

      @@pirbird14 Same. Saw it just watching old horror movies one time. Thought it was good. That era of movies was able to create an atmosphere with slow haunting music. They put you in a more tired and dreamy state while watching. lol

    • @GabyGibson
      @GabyGibson Před 7 měsíci

      @@ObsoleteOddity You're very welcome, good sir

    • @GabyGibson
      @GabyGibson Před 7 měsíci

      @pirbird14 It's a novel?

  • @ObsoleteOddity
    @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +31

    Many, many thanks to my patrons on Patreon for enabling me to keep going - bless you all!
    Don't accept cheap copies - no corners cut here!
    Ask for the original ObsoleteOddity!
    Support with rewards (dozens of videos to unlock - twice monthly historical features!)
    Some of the topics discussed on the 'blah blah' towards the end of video, because of the upload date, may no longer be relevant.

  • @beautyfromashes1167
    @beautyfromashes1167 Před 7 měsíci +10

    Game of thrones took years to make. Your talent makes it possible to go through an epic story, without wasting years of our lives. Damn,... Your good. Cheryl

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +2

      That’s a great compliment, thank you so much, Cheryl! 🙏😊🌟

  • @pucmahone3893
    @pucmahone3893 Před 7 měsíci +49

    Once again Oddy finds such amazing and informative stories that stretches the imagination.
    I am truly grateful for you hard work on uncovering such obscure stories.
    BRAVO!

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +6

      Thanks for your really great feedback, a truly wonderful compliment - much appreciated :)

  • @CharCanuck14
    @CharCanuck14 Před 7 měsíci +28

    Back in the 70's I read Huxley's book, then saw Ken Russell's film and almost 50 years later Oddie comes to us with an amazing & accurate video. Like we'd get anything less than amazing from one of the best creators on CZcams.
    Thanks for all your hard work Oddie!

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +3

      Thank you for the lovely compliment my friend, that’s very kind of you 🙏😊

    • @rosanna5515
      @rosanna5515 Před 7 měsíci +1

      Bravissino!

    • @baronsaturday9560
      @baronsaturday9560 Před 7 měsíci +1

      I love Ken Russel's 'Tommy' and I love Vanessa Redgrave and Oliver Reed, a great choice for that film, I'd love to watch it!

    • @CharCanuck14
      @CharCanuck14 Před 7 měsíci

      @@baronsaturday9560 Vanessa was amazing in the film "Julia" and I was mesmerized by Oliver's acting in "Women in Love"......although I was crushing on Alan Bates at the time😍

    • @ms-eg9hr
      @ms-eg9hr Před 4 měsíci +1

      The name of the movie please

  • @tscarletespin2261
    @tscarletespin2261 Před 7 měsíci +25

    Well. That was disturbing. 😳
    This is the first time I had ever heard this story. We all hear of the infamous Salem witch trials and so on. But, this was a first for me. So sad that whether they were coerced or not, all of the involved really did “sell their souls to the devil”. Thanks for sharing.

    • @a.alistair9087
      @a.alistair9087 Před 7 měsíci +6

      A historian pointed out that the Salem Witch Trials became highly regretted as soon as they ended which is why witch trials never happened again on any scale in English American colonies again. Witch trials began in Europe ages before that and would continue in some parts of Europe throughout the 18th century. Yet the Salem Witch Trials continue to fascinate everyone as a quintessential American epoch.

  • @kimcat7320
    @kimcat7320 Před 7 měsíci +58

    Such evil people. Being a nun or a priest is a calling, you can not be forced into it, What a horrible fate!

    • @davidcook680
      @davidcook680 Před 7 měsíci +5

      Back than most didn't choose it. For hundreds of years it was forced. Hell thousand plus years it was. Like these women he talks about were forced too. For stupid reasons. They come from life of privilege. Couldn't afford to marry them you send them away. That is so cruel and horrible.

    • @nussknacker9827
      @nussknacker9827 Před 6 měsíci

      Even today Nuns are used as s3x slaves

    • @littleone1656
      @littleone1656 Před 6 měsíci

      Not EVERY household.​@@andremartel3396

    • @littleone1656
      @littleone1656 Před 6 měsíci +1

      ​@davidcook680 many were forced but there's no evidence to prove that it was MOST.

    • @kimcat7320
      @kimcat7320 Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@andremartel3396 Terrible!

  • @marievaleur7877
    @marievaleur7877 Před 7 měsíci +22

    Oddie Beau you've done it again! Outstanding, terrifying, sad and horrible...and all of that because he was too handsome! Poor Grandier! Many of those women were victims as well, and on so many levels! Jeanne des Anges was anything but of the angels, her regret was too little too late. Ah the Inquisition, a grand excuse for the old Catholic church to maim, torture, persecute and murder at will. Thank you for telling it as only you can!

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +4

      Thanks for your kind words my friend, that's so nice of you.

    • @stacyjones200
      @stacyjones200 Před 7 měsíci +3

      I always enjoy your presentations. This one was another gem.

  • @rubyslippers9611
    @rubyslippers9611 Před 7 měsíci +8

    There's no exceptions, no matter the length of your videos they are well worth every second. And may I add educational.

  • @moodybluesgurl
    @moodybluesgurl Před 7 měsíci +23

    The very best item to go with Saturday morning coffee, Oddie's brilliant narration and storytelling of a truly disturbing and diabolical tale.
    Thank you Oddie as always!!! Best to you and Oddette.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!

  • @DeidreL9
    @DeidreL9 Před 7 měsíci +6

    Oddie I’m so glad you’ve covered this topic in your own inimitable style. I wouldn’t want to hear anyone else tell this story. Dear God what a time it must have been. I’ve seen The Devils, with the magnificent powerhouse Oliver Reed, it had a profound impact on me. Grandier’s end haunts me, and omg did Oliver Reed act the pants off that role.
    Those women had such little choice, so few options, and any mental health issues would understandably have flourished in such a rigid, obsessive environment.
    I appreciated especially your measured telling of the nuns’ story, bringing it to vivid life in a way that felt as very real as it was. This is one story that doesn’t need embellishment to make it truly horrendous and quite insane. Thank you Oddie! Much love to you and Odette❤️

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thanks for your really great feedback Deidre, a truly wonderful compliment - much appreciated :)

    • @DeidreL9
      @DeidreL9 Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@ObsoleteOddity you’re very welcome, I loved what you said after the video had finished too. A religious life can be incredibly fulfilling but you certainly need to want to live that way. I’ve been reading about the nuns who offered themselves as anchorites, being locked away in a room without human contact, only receiving food through a slot in the wall, praying and dispensing advice through a covered window in the wall. That’s a devotion to one’s beliefs that astounds me. Being someone who can talk the leg off a chair, I know I’d fail miserably. On the whole, the history of religious orders is fascinating and complex. I think about the nuns in this story a lot, there’s such a desperation to their actions and the reasons behind their hysteria. It’s all so tragic. Thank you Oddie❤️

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci

      @DeidreL9 yes, being forced into such a life is a whole lot different than choosing it willingly - especially if the latter can opt out at any stage.
      A late friend of mine entered the monastic order decades ago, but realised after a year that it wasn’t right for him. Back in those days, I think many of these nuns and monks had little choice, it was either that or poverty.
      Thank you for your lovely feedback, my friend 😊

  • @deniseleplatt1616
    @deniseleplatt1616 Před 7 měsíci +3

    That was horrific and so terribly sad. He really had some terrible enemies, to think these were people of the church. Thank you Odie

  • @littbitterst2328
    @littbitterst2328 Před 7 měsíci +6

    Again...fascinating. Truly. It seems to me that your talents reach FAR ABOVE you tube...not that i would EVER want you to stop posting on this platform....but ...idk....you go far and above. I've learned so much from you....Your videos are so informative and detailed and haunting...Oddie, you are an artist that I admire and believe...
    thank you, thanks so much

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thanks for your really great feedback my friend, a truly wonderful compliment - much appreciated :)

  • @donnagagne3813
    @donnagagne3813 Před 7 měsíci +7

    This was amazing. One of my favorites. So tragic and creepy too. Thank you.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!

  • @dbanks17
    @dbanks17 Před 7 měsíci +14

    Oddie, I am supporter on Patreon and subscriber here. I’m so glad you are continuing to post on YT. I love watching your videos on my TV. Your are so amazing Sir. The quality of your vids and narration is superb. I actually get giddy when I see you have posted a new one. Keep up the good work 👏🏽👏🏽❤️

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +2

      That’s very kind feedback, I’m so happy you’re enjoying my content so much, very much appreciated 😊

  • @yvonnepeltier9815
    @yvonnepeltier9815 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Horrific and fascinating. I must seek out and watch The Devils, the controversial film based on these events.
    Thank you for your riveting presentation, Oddie!

    • @miguelalvarado2673
      @miguelalvarado2673 Před 7 měsíci +1

      The Devils is a great film, I love it! I think it is a masterpiece, directed by Ken Russell. It's sick❤😍🥰!

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the presentation my friend!

  • @marianac715
    @marianac715 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Another masterpiece! When i was a litle girl, i started school in what was a convent in Quito, Ecuador. The convent itself was part of the oldest cathedral in the city. I remembet thinking that it was close e to heaven Not only because of the beauty I saw but to this day, I can remember that sense of serenity snd peace thst i felt walking through there.The nuns all wore habits like the one that Sally Fields wore on the Flying nun on tv and to me they looked like some of Gods angels. All I wanted to do at that time and as a good little Catholic girl was to someday also be a nun.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Thank you for your great feedback!
      Thank you also for sharing your emotional response while being in the convent.
      Lovely.

  • @J-Williams
    @J-Williams Před 7 měsíci +8

    😳 My goodness! What a story! I lost all illusions about the true piousness of the religious sect a long time ago, but this story beats everything. With five of the deadly sins (pride, greed, lust, envy and wrath) on prominent display, I can only conclude that their presence had something to do with people being forced into a vocation not of their own choosing. Great story!

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci

      Very glad you enjoyed it, thank you so much for your great feedback! Thank you also for your kind donation 😊

  • @99fruitbat94
    @99fruitbat94 Před 7 měsíci +13

    Thank You Oddie . Being an old lady I am familiar with this this slice of history . Mass hysteria is still a thing ! And RIP to the lovely Oliver Reed , one of my favourite actors❤ He played the part very well .

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +4

      I thought you might be my friend, yes, mass hysteria is still very much alive and well.
      I also always liked Oliver Reed, extremely good actor, with such a delightful sense of humour.

    • @99fruitbat94
      @99fruitbat94 Před 7 měsíci +3

      @@ObsoleteOddity Gosh I fell in love with him back in about the seventies ! I was just a teenager 🤔 Brilliant actor but unfortunately had some serious issues 😶 Thanks for including some of his scenes 👍❤️

  • @tjchesney4997
    @tjchesney4997 Před 7 měsíci +8

    That was haunting and brilliant. I watched the film and read the book. This was right up there, with the best on this subject. I tip my hat to you, sir...

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +2

      That is very kind of you and it really makes my day, that my efforts are so appreciated - I thank you sincerely.

  • @thomasdolcelli4969
    @thomasdolcelli4969 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Couldn't imagine living in a time when someone of power could just say witch and that's it your done. You did a great job of this video. I've heard this story before, but not as detailed

  • @EnticinglyDeadly
    @EnticinglyDeadly Před 7 měsíci +5

    A wonderful dive into a tragic tale. Stupendous narration and a very compelling story.

  • @rebeccaewen-rome5585
    @rebeccaewen-rome5585 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I love this chanbel and i had no idea he was back, after having to shut down, but my notifications were on i seen the and im absolutely soooooooooo freaking chuffed. Never miss a episode again....❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @metal_kitty9409
    @metal_kitty9409 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Thanks for the upload Oddie! 🤘🏻❤

  • @Sveccha93
    @Sveccha93 Před 7 měsíci +8

    Thanks for the hard work, Oddie! You've truly enhanced my life over the past years.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +3

      That’s very kind of you my friend, thank you so much for the lovely feedback 😊

  • @skylerwilliams7721
    @skylerwilliams7721 Před 7 měsíci +3

    I have watched all of your narrated videos at least twice. I’ve known about your account since I was 15-16 and you are my favorite account on here. I have learned so much morbid history (which piques my interest) since I discovered you, plus your voice is so soothing to listen to. Keep it up, you are amazing!

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, very glad you enjoy my morbid presentations!
      A kindred spirit indeed 😊

    • @skylerwilliams7721
      @skylerwilliams7721 Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you for noticing and taking the time to respond to my comment. I made a post on Facebook out of sheer excitement😊

  • @ruththompson9369
    @ruththompson9369 Před 7 měsíci +4

    a part of this touch my soul as 15 years old my husband told me he didn’t know if he wanted to stay or go to his lover as the baby came out me in pieces that day. At this early age I lost me and my baby and lost the soul of my life.. as a old woman looking back.. it was a time in life that a story of its own..

    • @Shellorena
      @Shellorena Před 7 měsíci +1

      So sorry, Ruth.
      May your life now be full, gentle and meaningful.❤

    • @ruththompson9369
      @ruththompson9369 Před 7 měsíci +2

      @@Shellorena it is full of a life who history took too much but I made it

  • @juliebajwa721
    @juliebajwa721 Před 7 měsíci +10

    What an obscure and fascinating story. I don't seem to get notifications so this was a pleasent surprise. Such a treat on a dark autumn evening. Your content matches no other. Where do you find such gems?

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +3

      I really appreciate your positive feedback - thank you very much :)

  • @chrissilvester5663
    @chrissilvester5663 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Another cracking piece of content man. Always look forward to when u create new content the well detailed & thorough process u create when narrating these stories. It's always incredibly fascinating & interesting hearing these stories. Keep up the amazing work Oddie. Story telling at it's finest

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Very glad you enjoyed it my friend, and thank you so much for the fantastic feedback!

    • @chrissilvester5663
      @chrissilvester5663 Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@ObsoleteOddity Always do. You've got a natural gift man. As I said story telling at it's finest. What's even better is the incredible effects of each video it's so realistic brings each story to life. I really appreciate all your hard work, time & effort that u put in into each video.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      @chrissilvester5663 much appreciated Chris, that’s very kind of you 🙏😊

  • @clarahainsworth5970
    @clarahainsworth5970 Před 7 měsíci +2

    This is by far the best you have presented us with yet 😁👏. I was gripped from start to finish, and you left me wanting to delve deeper into the lives of these nuns, and look for Ollie's film ❤. Thank you Oddie x

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci

      I’m very pleased to hear that Clara, thank you so much for your lovely feedback! 🙏😊

  • @heatherdaniels3093
    @heatherdaniels3093 Před 7 měsíci +3

    This was so captivating! What a horrific time in history.

  • @julier6779
    @julier6779 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Bravo! Another excellent video! Your research is remarkable! Thanks so much Oddie!

  • @kathleenadams4978
    @kathleenadams4978 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Thank you, Oddie. What a story! And well told.

  • @juliesnider7840
    @juliesnider7840 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Wow Oddie!!!!
    👏👏👏👏👏👏
    “Absolute power corrupts absolutely!!!”

  • @karrieanarasbury9746
    @karrieanarasbury9746 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Look forward to each and every video from you and your sweetheart. Lots of thanks to you both. Hope yall are having a beautiful holiday season.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      I appreciate your positive feedback my friend, thank you so much 😊

  • @tabbathacook1781
    @tabbathacook1781 Před 7 měsíci +3

    I love listening and watching your stories. They capture my attention and I can’t wait for the next one. So informative and interesting. I love historical stories and you bring a different perspective and dimension to some I know. Thank you.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci

      Glad it was to your liking, thank you so much for your positive feedback!

  • @grettagirl2884
    @grettagirl2884 Před 7 měsíci +3

    This was, by far, the most horrific story and very strange and frightening as well. Good job in the telling of a tale by its very nature, had to be very upsetting to you 😢.

  • @luvuforeverjames
    @luvuforeverjames Před 7 měsíci +3

    Thank you oddie, the video was as usual of excellent quality and the story was both intriguing and very sad, an extremely horrific death....what awful times to live in if accused of consorting with the devil.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you my friend, very glad you enjoyed it!
      Yes, it was very easy in those times to be accused of being a witch or a warlock, it could happen to rich and poor.

  • @ronsena877
    @ronsena877 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Bravo! Ken Russell did an amazing film of that story. You filled in all the cracks. Thank You ! 😀

  • @jovantahollis1744
    @jovantahollis1744 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I love every video you make been tuned in for years always great content

  • @a2shake
    @a2shake Před 7 měsíci +3

    I remember this one! Has it really been a year since I first saw it on Patreon? Definitely among the more disturbing stories out there, yet beautifully told and presented, as always!

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Actually, two years, since this was uploaded to Patreon, all the videos are two years old before they reach CZcams.
      Thank you so much for the lovely compliment Amy, much love to you.

  • @lzu2860
    @lzu2860 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Thank you for another interesting story.

  • @jmflyer55
    @jmflyer55 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Great coverage of this historically true event. I saw this film when it was originally released in theaters, (showing my age!) and at that time, it was quite shocking and haunting. Shortly afterwards, I ended up at the library for untold days, researching these events, checking out reference books transcribing all the original manuscripts of the events and trial etc etc..
    One thing people misunderstand by watching the movie, they end up thinking this all happened primarily due to the Mother Superior, Jeanne d Anges. But it did not. It was NOT the nuns at all. The nuns were used by members of the upper hierarchy who had personal grudges against Grandier and wanted him out.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Very glad you enjoyed it, thank you!
      Yes, indeed, that’s exactly it - the nuns were ordered to behave the way they did, and to make the accusations against Grandier.

  • @petanagle2036
    @petanagle2036 Před 7 měsíci +3

    To Oddie, another fantastic story, looking forward to the next episode.

  • @bobbyrutherford9359
    @bobbyrutherford9359 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Oddie is the best story teller I have ever heard here is another masterpiece thanks again Oddie

  • @moonchildluvsbobcrane
    @moonchildluvsbobcrane Před 7 měsíci +3

    Another great video Oddie 👍 I hope you are well.

  • @nanceeM1313
    @nanceeM1313 Před 7 měsíci

    Thank you 0ddie for an amazing upload.
    🌸🌹🌸

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci

      Very glad you enjoyed it my friend, thank you so much for your feedback 😊

  • @ahnraemenkhera7451
    @ahnraemenkhera7451 Před 7 měsíci +4

    I can attest! “Oddie” is a most responsive & generously courteous Host! 💐🌼🌹💐
    Now, about those nuns; I don’t recall hearing anything that sounded as if Jeanne des Ange repented, atoned, made any recompense to Grandier’s family, friends, nor to the other nuns under her priory superiority & influence.
    But I am willing to review the ending, just to be honestly certain. To be even-handed, it sounds as if she never questioned the motives, the designs, nor even certain individual directives given to her by the “priesthood.” Following blindly & ultimately, submissively (for such a forceful person) into carrying-out whatever deceptions she herself performed, fully-aware & intent on inducing other women of the vocation to follow her lead. But given the era, she was in no real position to resist, short of resignation-or worse for herself.
    It does seem that The Inquisition age was simply rife to the point of mass-insanity with needless “religiously-conducted” bloodshed. Just like in this case, anyone rational would wonder-even in that period-WHY the result most sought-after was death, in such an atrocious number of matters?? Especially, when a simple transfer, removal, or replacement would’ve just as well served!!
    People’s hatred of people can really set them beside themselves, obviously. “Out of all compass,” as the British expression goes, I think.
    The real “miraculous” wonder emerging from the story is that the clergy somehow acted as if they were convinced that they were carrying-out an actual religion, letting the apparent “convictions” expressed by some others overrule every single qualm of decency.
    All with nobody intervening who was ever powerful enough to even remind them of the differences between “religion” per se, and acts of warfare that were tantamount to utter depravity-torture before homicide. Mutilations. Violent assaults. AFTER pronouncing the individuals “afflicted” themselves!!
    In this case, knowing themselves & each other to have been idly indulging in vanity, jealousy, envy, & only Heaven knows the rest.
    Psychopathy, masked as Religion, then carried out in play-acting, even after everyone most directly involved is deceased.
    They really should’ve all just gotten married, or just opened a brothel, & changed the rules, made up some better-suited ones they could actually handle. Who was it they were trying to convince? Loudun? The king? The children??

  • @Jen195152
    @Jen195152 Před 7 měsíci

    Wonderful job as always, Oddie!! Bravo!!! ❤️❤️👏🏼👏🏼

  • @kdholden
    @kdholden Před 7 měsíci +4

    What a fascinating story Oddie!

  • @machfront
    @machfront Před 7 měsíci +3

    Though I saw Ken Russel’s film “The Devils” in my early twenties back in the mid-nineties and enjoyed it…and despite being a man in the Deep South of the U.S. and being very interested in anything regarding Renaissance history…..
    I was quite unaware that this was a real event.
    I’m so glad this randomly showed up in my recommendations.
    I enjoyed it immensely!
    Thank you, sir!

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much for your positive feedback,
      So glad you’re enjoying my content. 😊

  • @normoloid
    @normoloid Před 6 měsíci

    Excellent stuff once again Oddie!

  • @utterlygrosstrash
    @utterlygrosstrash Před 7 měsíci +1

    10/10 as always sir. fascinating and spooky!

  • @shainawood890
    @shainawood890 Před 7 měsíci

    Absolutely luv your work.... Been watching for years now ❤❤

  • @theDENIMMAN
    @theDENIMMAN Před 7 měsíci +2

    Loving the intersperced clips from Ken Russel's "the Devils"

  • @annsarge5250
    @annsarge5250 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Absolutely brilliant. Your voice is amazing. So captivating. So mesmerising. Thank you for the stories

  • @itakelly8150
    @itakelly8150 Před 7 měsíci

    Why on earth do i leave it months to watch your videos? On the plus side i have lots to binge watch! Thats an absolute treat!

  • @cherripaterson6066
    @cherripaterson6066 Před 2 měsíci

    As always a good story thanks for bringing it to us, I enjoy your narrations the animation and great vintage photos, as well.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 2 měsíci

      I appreciate that Cherri, thank you so much for your positive feedback!

  • @bluezinnia847
    @bluezinnia847 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Beautiful visuals! Creepy gore, well done! Another Obsolete Oddities masterpiece! Thank you! I think I shall watch this one again, because it's late this night, and I have put down my drink. My cats gather round, and so I will say good night. You are the master of the macabre, and your stories are not to be missed. I fell into a deep dark cloud of the night as I close my eyes. What dreams will I weave? Only you, Sir Oddie knows...Sweet dreams to all for now, I will say good night:)) Til the morrow, when we meet again. Thank you very much for this story. God Bless to you, Odette and your furry friends. You are loved!

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks for your kind words my friend, that's so nice of you.

  • @melsterifficmama1808
    @melsterifficmama1808 Před 7 měsíci

    Great video! I can't wait for more!

  • @janicehurst8605
    @janicehurst8605 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I have not listened to you oddie for a while since my last tablet bit the dust. You are as amazing as ever, l will be sure to never let that happen again, l am just off to rectify my omissions. It's great to have your you tube posts back in my life again 🎉😂😊

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci

      Welcome back!
      Thank you so much for your great feedback, my friend, very much appreciated!

  • @TheKulu42
    @TheKulu42 Před 7 měsíci +3

    That's a tragic yet amazing account. I enjoy doing research, and I'm always impressed by the research you put into these videos. I agree that priest was a cad but certainly didn't deserve his fate. And I feel even worse for those nuns. It's interesting how his enemies met terrible fates. Was it guilt? I do wonder.

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      I appreciate your positive feedback my friend, thank you so much 😊

  • @katherineeggleston6992
    @katherineeggleston6992 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I really appreciate your videos I have been watching for year's I don't know how much your patreon is so I only get to see what videos you put on CZcams but I still really appreciate them your voice just makes the story come alive if you could let me know how much your patron cost per month I will consider it into my budget

  • @Duececoupe
    @Duececoupe Před 7 měsíci

    Most excellent video!
    You just popped up on my feed, watched, liked and subscribed! 🤜🏻🤛🏻🍻

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Welcome aboard! Thank you 🙏

    • @Duececoupe
      @Duececoupe Před 7 měsíci

      @@ObsoleteOddity
      You're very much welcome and thank you Squire!
      I'm off next week, so I'll be having a wee marathon watching your other videos!
      Greetings and salutations from a Swede in Glasgow, Scotland! 🍻

  • @phaedrapage4217
    @phaedrapage4217 Před 7 měsíci

    This is so twisted. Excellent presentation but, damn, so descriptive... I had to turn my bedside lamp back on, it was creeping me out so much!

  • @archuarchu8249
    @archuarchu8249 Před 6 měsíci

    Never heard of this.What a work oddy! Editing,Narration 5/5

  • @anniej1834
    @anniej1834 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Oddi u have spoilt us with your video 📸 top notch content thank u x

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      That's very kind of you, thank you for that.

  • @deborahbarry9421
    @deborahbarry9421 Před 7 měsíci

    That story was horrific! The descriptions of the possessions, the burning, oh my!
    I have never heard of that piece of History. Thank you so much for sharing...I think 🤔

  • @msc8663
    @msc8663 Před 7 měsíci +3

    So sad. Really horrible ways of death penalty. Thank you my friend love to you and Mrs Oddie. Be safe.💕

  • @dianadiva58
    @dianadiva58 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I like hearing your stories, your voice is soothing thank you❤❤

  • @ironmaiden4396
    @ironmaiden4396 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Another great one!!!

  • @jujumulligan43
    @jujumulligan43 Před 6 měsíci +1

    What an amazing story told by an amazing narrator. Your work never fails to amaze me. Keep up the great work. Have you thought about going into theater and acting. What you bring now is incredible work that I find very intriguing. Thank you for sharing these stories with us!

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and compliment, very much appreciated.
      So glad you’re enjoying my content! 😊

  • @pattynielsen5506
    @pattynielsen5506 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I read the Aldous Huxley book many years ago.

  • @brelonfoose2806
    @brelonfoose2806 Před 7 měsíci

    I love your stories and how you make the videos really enjoy it

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci

      I really appreciate your positive feedback - thank you very much :)

  • @johnsmith-gt3po
    @johnsmith-gt3po Před 7 měsíci +1

    What a fascinating story, without you telling the story, we wouldn't have known about it. Thank you. 👍😁

  • @mariameere5807
    @mariameere5807 Před 7 měsíci

    Thank you so much for absolutely fascinating History! Herstory in this case mostly! I just got de ja vu looking at the pictures in the beginning! I hope I wasn’t there in a previous life! Lol, seriously though very well done video!💫💛💫

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci +1

      I really appreciate your positive feedback - thank you very much :)

  • @karmaround
    @karmaround Před 7 měsíci

    Love your videos. I'm a long time subscriber, since, before you narrated them.

  • @Katseye102
    @Katseye102 Před 7 měsíci

    You really have the best stories!

  • @dillsingh4113
    @dillsingh4113 Před 5 měsíci +1

    ODDIE ! That was so scary - but I thoroughly enjoyed it ❤

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Happy it was to your liking Dill!
      We all love a good scare 💀👻

    • @dillsingh4113
      @dillsingh4113 Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@ObsoleteOddity we certainly do Oddie , thank you ❤️

  • @isam7928
    @isam7928 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Sad story. Great way to narrate. Thank you!

  • @lizboychuk6365
    @lizboychuk6365 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Aloha What a great,artistic and totally fine production!🌈

  • @francapascoe7822
    @francapascoe7822 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Thankyou for a great episode

  • @Felidae-ts9wp
    @Felidae-ts9wp Před 7 měsíci

    BRILLIANT presentation. Thank you.

  • @armanderuni3628
    @armanderuni3628 Před 7 měsíci

    Amazing and Mysterious story, You are analyzing these events successfully, l appreciate you, Mr. 🌹👏👏👍👍

  • @rosalindalozano233
    @rosalindalozano233 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Excellent!!! Wow!!

  • @Charlotte66666
    @Charlotte66666 Před 7 měsíci

    Fantastic content Oddie 😊

  • @nathalielefever9291
    @nathalielefever9291 Před 7 měsíci

    The clips are very good! 👍

  • @tabathagibson6314
    @tabathagibson6314 Před měsícem

    Compelling story. This was unbelievably horrific. These ladies were very impressionable. You did this story justice in an amazing way for me. What was your career, before you did CZcams?

  • @lyndastarkey701
    @lyndastarkey701 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I enjoy these readings and appreciate him telling these stories!!!!!

  • @patricianolan5053
    @patricianolan5053 Před 7 měsíci

    Oh my gosh such a wild one for a Sunday morning enjoyed it emensley as usual totally enthralling

    • @ObsoleteOddity
      @ObsoleteOddity  Před 7 měsíci

      I really appreciate your positive feedback - thank you very much :)

  • @2Cuteandcrazycats
    @2Cuteandcrazycats Před 7 měsíci +1

    Creepy but captivating video!❤