JOAN SAID NO: The True Story of Joan Leeds, The Nun Who Faked Her Death and Flipped Off the Church

JOAN SAID NO: The True Story of Joan Leeds, The Nun Who Faked Her Death and Flipped Off the Church

Author: Darren Marlar July 1, 2025 Duration: 6:07
Joan of Leeds took one look at the vow of celibacy, faked her death, and said, ‘Yeah… I’m gonna go be literally anywhere else.

In 1318, Joan of Leeds pulled off one of the wildest stunts in medieval history: faking her own death to escape life as a cloistered nun. In this episode of #MindOfMarlar we uncover the true story of the rebellious medieval nun who buried a dummy, vanished into the countryside, and left the Church fuming. From fake corpses to religious scandal, it’s a tale of defiance, dark comedy, and historical audacity.

Read the article: https://weirddarkness.com/mom-joansaidno
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Darren Marlar, familiar to many as the voice behind 'Weird Darkness,' brings his signature blend of the bizarre and the hilarious to MIND OF MARLAR. This isn't your standard exploration of the dark side; it's a guided tour through the strange and unsettling, delivered with a wink and a dose of sharp satire. Each episode feels like a conversation with a friend who happens to be an expert in the macabre, covering everything from deeply twisted true crime cases and paranormal oddities to forgotten chapters of weird history. The real magic of this podcast is how Darren manages to find the humor in the horror, balancing chilling details with absurd observations and dark comedy that never disrespects the subject matter. You'll find yourself equally captivated by a mysterious myth and laughing at the sheer ridiculousness of a situation, all within the same story. It's a unique mix of monsters, mysteries, and mirth designed for those who like their scares served with a side of sarcasm. Tune in for a consistently engaging experience where the topics are heavy, but the delivery is cleverly, refreshingly light.
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