Black Elk Speaks

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Definition

An influential book that chronicles the life and visions of Black Elk, a Lakota Sioux elder, providing insights into Native American spirituality and culture.

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S2 Ep2: Ask and you Might Receive

Astonishing LegendsJan 20, 2026

In this episode, Chris and his wife venture to Black Elk Peak for a night of stargazing, where they attempt to communicate with the universe. Their experience leads to an unsettling encounter in the dark woods that makes them reevaluate their invocation of 'entities.' Scott and Forrest explore the sacred history of the Lakota site and the potential effects of such a mental invitation.

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