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Uncovering the Power of Hoodoo: An Ancestral Journey

Season 1 Episode 4 | 12m 07s

Join Tank Ball as she explores the origins of Hoodoo, a unique and powerful form of spiritual practice deeply rooted in African American culture and the ancient ritual of ancestral worship. Ball traces the lineage of Hoodoo back to the era of slavery and provides an intimate glimpse into the practices and philosophies that bind generations together,

Aired: 05/15/23
Funding for RITUAL is provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
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