Heinous beliefs


🎙️ Episode Title:
La Corriveau: The Iron Cage of Justice and Myth

đź“Ś Episode Summary:
In this haunting episode of Heinous Beliefs, we dive deep into the true crime case of Marie-Josephte Corriveau—a woman whose name still echoes across Quebec. Was she a murderer, a victim, or both? And how did her story twist into one of Canada's most terrifying folktales?

We uncover the historical facts behind her trial and execution, the strange display of her corpse in an iron gibbet, and how colonial beliefs and fear twisted her into a ghost story. From the courtroom to the crossroads, this episode is packed with mystery, injustice, and cultural mythology.

🔍 Topics Covered:

  • The suspicious death of Louis Étienne Dodier
  • Marie-Josephte's confession and retrial
  • The British military tribunal in New France
  • The symbolic use of gibbeting
  • How her legend evolved into QuĂ©bĂ©cois folklore
  • The rediscovery of the iron cage
  • Belief, patriarchy, and punishment in colonial society
🕯️ Why It Matters:
This case reveals how deeply belief systems—colonial, religious, and cultural—shape the way justice is carried out and remembered. The transformation of Marie-Josephte from a real woman to a ghost in a cage shows how folklore often grows from fear and trauma.

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What is Heinous beliefs?


Heinous Beliefs is a true crime podcast exploring the dark intersection of belief and brutality. Each episode unpacks chilling cases of murder, genocide, and family annihilation, all influenced by deeply held ideologies—especially religious ones. From misguided faith to warped dogmas, we uncover the disturbing truths behind crimes committed in the name of belief systems. With extensive research and a relaxed, conversational tone, Heinous Beliefs sheds light on the human capacity for good and evil when faith goes astray.



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