Snap Judgment The Medicine Man - Snap Classic
Feb 20, 2025
Chris Lundy, a talented storyteller known for his performances at RISK! and USA Today's Storytellers Project, shares his family's unforgettable encounter with a Vodou priest while navigating a mysterious childhood illness. Ray Christian, an Army Sergeant and host of the podcast What’s Ray Saying, recounts a surreal training night involving LSD and a daring parachute jump that lifted troop morale. Together, they explore themes of healing, family, and the unexpected twists of life that shape our stories.
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Chris's Mysterious Illness
- At age 10, Chris Lundy experienced a severe cough with blood, causing immense pain.
- Doctors couldn't diagnose him, leading his family to seek alternative treatments.
The Voodoo Remedy
- Chris's family took him to a voodoo priest who gave him a potion.
- Initially, the potion seemed to work, stopping the cough, but it later returned with greater intensity.
Seeking Answers
- Despite the mysterious illness and treatment, Chris eventually recovered completely.
- As an adult, he seeks to understand the experience and his family's decision to use voodoo.