Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"I'd rather be in hell in the afterlife because I'm already in hell now." — Speaker referencing a slave's statement about her circumstances.
"She said, I can buy new slaves next week. That's an original Renoir. This is an incredibly expensive table. Get it out of here." — Speaker recounting Madame Llorie's priorities during a fire.
"And they see that there's one picture taken from the ceiling of the room of the two of them asleep." — Speaker describing a supernatural occurrence captured in a photograph.
The episode begins with the host recounting a highly recommended ghost tour in New Orleans, highlighting its informative and engaging nature. The narrative quickly shifts to the infamous Llorie Mansion, detailing the opulent lifestyle of Madame Llorie and her alleged mistreatment of enslaved individuals. Historical accounts suggest a disturbing pattern of slave turnover and alleged unspeakable experiments conducted in the mansion's attic, culminating in a tragic fire and the discovery of brutal acts.
The discussion then moves to the modern-day ownership and rumored haunting of the Llorie Mansion, with anecdotes about previous owners and the prevalent ghost stories associated with the property, particularly a young slave girl. The host shares an interaction with an employee at a local sandwich shop, Verdi Mart, who humorously downplays sightings of the ghost. This leads to a commentary on the host's solo experience and interactions, framing it as a form of personal exploration and potential comedic fodder for the podcast.
Further ghost stories are shared, including accounts from the Andrew Jackson Hotel, where alleged ghostly activity was captured in photographs. The episode touches upon the host's personal experiences in New Orleans, including his dietary habits and general observations about the city. The conversation then transitions to reflections on the hosts' dynamic and potential future interactions, before concluding with standard podcast outros.