No Tears For Black Girls

Louisiana Axe Murders: Clementine Barnabet and the Church of Sacrifice
EPISODE 12 • SEASON 2 00:16:58

In this episode, we uncover the disturbing tale of Clementine Barnabet, a young girl whose life was marred by violence, cults, and incomprehensible tragedy. Born in the late 19th century, Clementine rose to lead a deadly cult, eventually confessing to a string of brutal murders. Her story is a chilling reflection on the impact of neglect, mental illness, and systemic marginalization on African American communities in early 20th century America.


But that's not all. We also dive into the mysterious identification of the Escatawpa Jane Doe, revealing her true identity as Clara Birdlong from Greenwood, Mississippi—a haunting reminder of unresolved stories and forgotten lives.


00:00 Clementine Barnabet born into turmoil and poverty.

03:14 Clementine's family, brutal murders, Opolis town.

09:11 Twisted church, gruesome murders, Clementine's life sentence.

10:15 Clementine's dark deeds haunt Louisiana, her identity mystery.

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