62: Madame LaLaurie's Haunted Mansion

Insomniacs: The Podcast

In this episode, we're diving into a chilling blend of true crime and the paranormal—two of our favorite things! We're heading to New Orleans, Louisiana to explore the infamous story of Madame Delphine LaLaurie and her haunted mansion. From her rise in high society to the horrific rumors and crimes that led to the torment and deaths of many enslaved people, this episode uncovers the dark history behind one of the most haunted houses in America.
We'll walk through Delphine's turbulent personal life, her marriages, and her descent into cruelty. Then, we'll explore the tragic fire that revealed her horrific treatment of slaves, which ignited public outrage and drove her to flee. But that’s not where the story ends—many believe the tortured souls of her victims still haunt the mansion today, with chilling reports of phantom footsteps, anguished cries, and eerie apparitions.
Join us as we unravel the twisted history of LaLaurie Mansion and its lingering paranormal activity. Could this be the most haunted house in the U.S.? Listen and decide for yourself!
Stay spooky. Stay Safe. And sweet dreams!
Sources:

The Lalaurie Mansion
The Sinister History of Madame LaLaurie
Wiki- Delphine LaLaurie
The Spirits Inside the LaLaurie Mansion
Madame Delphine LaLaurie
Delphine LaLaurie and her Haunted Mansion
The Horrific Tale of Madame LaLaurie
History of the LaLaurie Mansion

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