EPISODE · Mar 4, 2026 · 17 MIN
The Violent Fraud of Jinn Doctors
from Crime Night · host Crime Night
This episode examines the notorious career of Sheikha Nadia, a prominent Egyptian healer who claimed supernatural powers to cure illnesses and exorcise demons through violent spiritual rituals. Despite having a brother who was a legitimate physician, she attracted thousands of followers—including educated professionals—who believed in her alleged spiritual connections.She maintained control over her visitors using aggressive tactics and physical abuse under the guise of religious treatment. Authorities ultimately intervened in 1999, sentencing her to prison for deception and malpractice. Her story remains a striking example of how charlatanism can exploit public vulnerability.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/crimenight1Produced by:https://www.podcaistudio.com/
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This episode examines the notorious career of Sheikha Nadia, a prominent Egyptian healer who claimed supernatural powers to cure illnesses and exorcise demons through violent spiritual rituals. Despite having a brother who was a legitimate physician, she attracted thousands of followers—including educated professionals—who believed in her alleged spiritual connections.She maintained control over her visitors using aggressive tactics and physical abuse under the guise of religious treatment. Authorities ultimately intervened in 1999, sentencing her to prison for deception and malpractice. Her story remains a striking example of how charlatanism can exploit public vulnerability.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/crimenight1Produced by:https://www.podcaistudio.com/
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