Hoodoo vs. Voodoo (Vodou) - Episode 2

The Spiritual Realest · Apr 1, 2026 · 20m · transcript

In this episode, I’m clearing the air on something that has been misunderstood for generations. Hoodoo versus Voodoo.

I grew up hearing these words used interchangeably, often tied to fear, myths, or things that were never fully explained. But the truth is, while both have African roots and carry deep ancestral power, they are not the same. And understanding that difference matters.

I walk you through what Hoodoo really is. A spiritual practice rooted in African American history, developed in the South, and built on survival, prayer, scripture, and everyday spiritual work. Hoodoo is not a…