In this episode, we introduce listeners to the Petwo nation (nanchon in Kreyol), one of the major spiritual lineages within Haitian Vodou, and explore how it emerged during the Haitian Revolution. We begin by explaining how Petwo developed in response to enslavement, violence, and the struggle for survival and freedom in Haiti.

From there, we address common misunderstandings about Petwo that often arise from colonial or external interpretations. We explain who the Petwo lwas are, what their energetic signature represents, and why they are associated with protection, urgency, resilience, and liberation rather than chaos or harm. This section helps clarify how Petwo functions within Vodou as a system of balance, not fear.

We close the episode by exploring different expressions of the Petwo lwas, especially those we have not yet covered  ...