The Spell

Elena Sada recounts her early experiences with the Legion of Christ, including the moment she felt "chosen" by its founder, Marcial Maciel. Lourdes Barroso shares her story of being personally invited by Maciel to become a consagrada. Both women describe the "spell" that Maciel cast, blurring their perceptions and leading them down a path of strict obedience and hidden manipulation. As the women are molded into ideal servants, they are tasked with recruiting new members and raising funds, becoming key players in the Legion's expansion and financial empire.

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The Spell is an episode from Sacred Scandal by My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts.

This episode is 39:32 long.

This episode was published on Sep 18, 2025.

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