Curse of the Sumpa: Filipino Cursed Objects

Stories Philippines · Episode ## Episode 30: Curse of the Sumpa: Filipino Cursed Objects Three chilling stories of cursed objects found in the Philippines. A vintage mirror from an ukay-ukay shop traps the reflections of the living. A family santo harbors the spirit of a dead grandmother who wants to take a baby to the other side. And an antique ring buried in a rice field binds a college student to a woman who died long ago. Each object carried a sumpa, a curse that only an albularyo could break. ## Timestamps - 00:00 — Introduction and cold open - 01:00 — Disclaimer and content warning - 01:30 — Show intro and host introductions - 03:00 — Kamustahan and episode topic introduction - 06:00 — Story 1: The Mirror That Remembered (Paul narrates) - 18:00 — Discussion and reaction - 22:00 — Story 2: The Hungry Santo (Angel narrates) - 34:00 — Discussion and reaction - 38:00 — Story 3: The Ring in the Rice Field (Paul narrates) - 46:00 — Final thoughts and closing - 48:00 — Outro ## Story Summaries **The Mirror That Remembered** Marilou, a nurse in Davao, buys a beautiful vintage mirror from an ukay-ukay shop for two hundred pesos. But the mirror shows reflections that don't match reality. Her reflection lags behind her movements, shows different clothes, and reveals figures in white standing behind her. An elderly neighbor identifies it as a sumpa, a cursed object used in dark rituals to trap spirits in glass. With the help of an albularyo named Mang Teban, they crack the mirror and throw it into the sea. **The Hungry Santo** In Pampanga, the Reyes family inherits a wooden santo from their grandmother, Lola Remedios. After her death, the santo begins moving on its own at three in the morning. The baby screams at the same hour every night, staring at something only he can see. An albularyo reveals that Lola Remedios spirit has attached itself to the santo and is trying to take the baby to the other side. The family must choose between preserving their history and protecting their children. **The Ring in the Rice Field** Gerald, a college student in Laguna, finds an antique gold ring while clearing a rice field. He puts it on and can not take it off. Over three days, his personality changes completely. His eyes turn black. A woman's voice comes out of his mouth. His mother recognizes it as a sangkaterbang ring, a vessel used by spirits to bind themselves to the living. An albularyo performs a ritual at the field to send the spirit back. ## Hosts - Angel — Co-host, brings personal stories and cultural perspective - Paul — Co-host, provides research and historical context ## Topics - Cursed objects and sumpa in Filipino folklore - Ukay-ukay thrift shopping and secondhand dangers - Santos and religious objects as spirit vessels - Albularyo folk healers and their role in supernatural encounters - Three in the morning as the witching hour in Filipino belief - Sangkaterbang rings and spirit binding ## Disclaimer This episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The hosts are not professionals in paranormal investigation or folklore studies. We have deep respect for the spiritual beliefs and cultural traditions of the Filipino people. Listener discretion is advised. Stories Philippines is a Filipino podcast exploring the mysteries, legends, and supernatural encounters of the Philippines. New episodes every week. Episode 30 | Runtime: 44 minutes | Hosts: Angel and Paul Thanks for listening to Stories Philippines! Everything we share on this show is meant for entertainment and educational purposes. We are speaking from our own personal experience, so it might not be the perfect fit for your specific situation. This podcast is proudly brought to you by HustleStudios. Hustle smarter, grow faster.DISCLAIMER 📢Stories Philippines Podcast - Pinoy Horror Stories is an independent production by HustleStudios. The stories and topics discussed are for entertainment and informational purposes only. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect HustleStudios or its affiliates.Some names and details may be altered to protect privacy. Listener discretion advised. All content protected under copyright law.This episode might be ad-supported. Support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, and exclusive promos.👉 Check our Patreon👉 Or subscribe via Apple Podcasts📻 Listen to Hustle Studios Radio 24/7!🎧 radio.hustlestudios.net/live🔊 All our podcasts — playing back to back, anytime!