Morbid Episode 505: Leonarda Cianciulli: The Soap-Maker of Correggio
Oct 23, 2023
Leonarda Cianciulli, a deeply superstitious shopkeeper, took extreme measures to protect her children. After being warned that her kids would die young, she resorted to human sacrifices. Over a year, she murdered three women, used their bodies to make soaps, candles, and baked goods, and shared them with her community.
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Amelia's Tragedy
- Leonarda Cianciulli's mother, Amelia, was a wealthy, well-liked young woman.
- After being raped and forced to marry her attacker, Amelia lost her social standing and became impoverished.
Leonarda's Abusive Childhood
- Leonarda's childhood was marked by neglect and abuse from her mother.
- After two suicide attempts, Leonarda's mother expressed disappointment in her failure.
The Curse and its Impact
- After her father's death, Amelia remarried but continued to mistreat Leonarda.
- Amelia cursed Leonarda and her husband, Rafaele, impacting Leonarda's mental state and causing paranoia.