Julie the Naked Ghost: A "True" New Orleans Folktale

Spooky season is upon us, and leading up to Halloween, I'll be sharing with you "true" New Orleans folktales and ghost stories popular among our city's ghost tour guides. The tragic legend of Julie the Octoroon Mistress, who supposedly still haunts Père Antoine Alley in the French Quarter just off Jackson Square, is New Orleans' own take on Romeo and Juliet, and touches on greater truths about Louisiana's troubled past.
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[@WhatDaHeckIsThat]

2:20 imagine just walking through new orleans together and you hear this weird dude talking into a camera going "Oh yES LoRD WallINGSfoRD ShE wILl BreED"

[@TN-ci4ox]

I’d probably continue the joke while walking bye

[@jthompson2379]

Now I'm hearing that old maroon 5 song: 🎶She wiiiiilll be looooved🎶 But, ya know.. bred. And in that accent.

[@bonniea8189]

I'd probably assume they were talking about a mare, or some other animal

[@greatfrito]

Those people walking closer caused me massive anxiety.

[@pre-debutera6941]

It's New Orleans people just mind their business💀

[@emzyfallen7257]

"Make sure they're not virgins until 35... that's how wars start" Haha hes talking about hitler.

[@KoreaMojo]

As a joke I get it but plenty of sociopaths and psychopaths are promiscuous.

[@5thfjreenactor602]

But hitler had hot times with a French girl in ww1

[@semiramisbonaparte1627]

Constantly bringing him up on shit that has nothing to do with him...weirdos

[@Kobolds_in_a_trenchcoat]

@@semiramisbonaparte1627 This comment was explaining a joke in the video. It's not out of nowhere. The joke itself is somewhat flawed in that plenty of older virigins have no issues at all and plenty of sociopaths and psychopaths are promiscuous but as someone who analyzes comedy like that, it's needlessly boring. The issue with this extremely off-hand joke shouldn't be that it's a hitler reference, I think that part was lost on a lot of people (it was on me until I saw this thread).

[@lichlord9838]

@@KoreaMojo I'm no psychologist but I remember an AMA with someone claiming to be a "real life psychopath" and the subject of sex came up. He said he honestly had no sex drive, couldn't care less. He had a boyfriend and said it was, in more polite terms, an enjoyable sensation to sleep with him but he didn't crave it like normal people. I got the impression from that and some other comments it's a known thing with psychos. But again, the whole of my knowledge on the subject comes from a reddit thread.

[@andrewcullen8702]

Idk if it’s planned, but the timing of the bells is perfect.

[@Kevin-zv6ds]

I didn't realize that wasn't edited o-0

[@trolandia]

Exactly what I thought!

[@MrFirextinguisher]

Knowing this guy, they rang the bells just for him

[@bijibadness]

how would that be planned? he paid off the clock? he staged that entire 11 minute monologue to peak RIGHT on time? no my friend, I think that's just another weird, wonderful moment captured forever on digital film. pretty great, eh?

[@mr.classified6167]

"She's up there to this very day" (points at actual naked lady on the balcony)

[@moralkombat66]

Honestly knowing women from new orleans, i wasn't surprised

[@ChaseMcCain81]

Lol

[@matthewdavid6134]

“We’re very luck this isn’t how it works anymore” you could say that about anything

[@AtunSheiFilms]

Yes, the past was almost completely terrible for almost everyone.

[@matthewdavid6134]

@@AtunSheiFilms I didn't mean to be snarky it just made me laugh

[@AtunSheiFilms]

Sorry, didn't mean to sound hostile. I agree with you.

[@matthewdavid6134]

@@AtunSheiFilms Np

[@SeruraRenge11]

I don't know, getting a third of all days in the year off for religious holidays was one thing english medievals peasants had over us.

[@R00365]

I used to live in a building in London where one of the Jack the Ripper murders happened. Was pretty weird opening the door to "and this is where the body was found" and stepping over the imaginary body out of "respect" as the whole group paused.

[@paithancampbell7289]

You're a good historian, my man. Entertaining and informative. I got a degree in history, but I don't have the talent you do. Always enjoy your work!

[@Kobolds_in_a_trenchcoat]

@han solo Yea, same here. I'm not particularly entertaining, more of an annoying pedant in a lot of ways.

[@blaquevamp]

Thank you for confirming this story that for years I tried to uncover after hearing it once in New Orleans when I was 15. I love your videos.

[@d.m.collins1501]

I'd like to think that Julie's ghost infects the souls of the tenants of the apartment where she used to live, and when the occasion is right, she forces them to get naked on the roof until death, or the cops, drag them away.

[@janetscofield7740]

I have been married a long time. Very happy. I learned a very long time ago never ever listen to the first thing that pops into a mans head. This also starts wars.

[@kyleheins]

Oh yes indeed. So very many wars...

[@SassyMa_]

Props to us Mixed folks!!!!! I really am enjoying your channel and you, Thank you for sharing, can't wait to what else you got!

[@AtunSheiFilms]

Awesome, thanks for watching!

[@williamoldaker5348]

I am sad for her.

[@nialcc]

Me too. And he didn't last long after she died.

[@gwtpictgwtpict4214]

Seems rather harsh to evict the lady for just playing along with the story. It would seem tourists can be ungrateful bastards.

[@w.callens1629]

"...staying virgin untill 35, thats how wars start."

[@Andromansis]

That girl at the 8 minute mark looking like she wanted to placage you.

[@LordVader1094]

BRUH that look in her eye she got the real thirst 😂

[@dragonsword7370]

@@LordVader1094 turned at looked at our fine white thin fellow with eyes that stated shes was hungry for a thin healthy Snacc! Lol

[@ScooterFXRS]

I believe it was the tie that caught her eye.

[@mr.oouuulawd2222]

I’m pretty sure she was wondering wth he was doing lol

[@jaypea30]

Nah he's talking to a hidden camera so it looks like he's talking to himself

[@gideon-abelcole681]

Shei's ability to one take a story like this is pretty impressive

[@spacecase7566]

I feel like I’m in a tour! Thanks. They really help brighten up my quarantine!

[@andreaf.6572]

Thanks for the videos - you are a great storyteller!! Just found you on KZbin. Headed to NOLA in a couple of weeks. Can’t wait.

[@AtunSheiFilms]

Thank you! Hope you have a great time here.

[@Virtrial]

imagine getting so fed up that you sit naked on your roof then end up getting evicted :( like damn she a legend I woulda given her a new place to live if I lived in nola

[@philhahn]

Wow that hilarious tale at the end took a sadly dark all-american turn (naked lady on the roof, taken down by force etc)

[@TheShadowOfMars]

I'm subscribing for the next chapter of the Lady Wallingsford saga.

[@__-jt4tv]

That's a fantastic story, though I think I might have congratulated Modern Day Rooftop Naked Lady because that is an absolute Power Move...

[@Tyareth]

What’s going on in those Central Park men’s rooms?!

[@AtunSheiFilms]

Oh, I think you know.

[@raritania7581]

@@AtunSheiFilms I don't.

[@Andromansis]

@@raritania7581 Butt stuff.

[@Dim.g0v]

Gay things

[@ScooterFXRS]

Lavender meetings.

[@SgtSAVAGE-xl5zh]

Props for the Mr Plinkett reference

[@bonniea8189]

What was it?

[@SirEnwardEffsler]

@@bonniea8189 the "half in the bag" comment

[@JB-hl1qx]

😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣👍👍bravo ! Another great one man . Your videos get better and better! Loved that folktale. ⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜⚜

[@vitaminanime]

So much nostalgia! I love New Orleans. It has all the things that meet my criteria for a great city-history, food, shopping, and ghosts. Have heard many ghost stories from New Orleans, but not this one! It's great. Your tie is super cute too. Thank you!

[@sandyriggle8417]

Great videos! I’m from Metairie, and I love New Orleans history 😍 I also love how you threw in the “this is a Christmas story, much like Die Hard...” 😄

[@johnwilks112]

The three people who disliked are Jean, Julie, and that naked lady

[@comettamer]

How tragic, that a lovers quarrel too often leads to such an outcome.

[@ellysiaroy5496]

Great videos!! Thanks for the great information!

[@AtunSheiFilms]

No problem!

[@angelacarter2974]

I didn't know it got that cold down there

[@TheAustinWoolShow]

It's okay. Arthur Morgan exercised her spirit just north of Largas.

[@battleb0ng420]

you're alright girl

[@goodguypingu1675]

@@battleb0ng420 OK catch you later then

[@thebasileus4793]

I just imagine touring around New Orleans and hearing "hmmmmm is she fertile" in the most stereotypical predator voice I have ever heard.

[@islandofideals6571]

Excellent timing with the story and the bells

[@EvelynnEleonore]

7:45 I seem to remember hearing in a podcast that Germanic tribes during the roman era shared this custom-- romans themselves did not-- and those among them who ended up in roman society Would Just Sorta Do That and be a Huge Nuisance. extremely funny stuff

[@siervodelovecraft]

Man, I would pay a million dollars for one of your city tours.

[@fiafia5802]

You are AMAZING! Always a pleasure. Signed, a fan from natchitoches ❤️❤️

[@reneethornton371]

I love all you tell the ghost stories. Keep it up you are a true story teller.

[@baronclauswitz5259]

There is a similar guest who would not leave tale between Charles Dickens and Han Christian Anderson who mooched off of Dickens and his wife for several months.

[@blaisevillaume2225]

Knowing Hans Christian Anderson, he probably left a gallon of spooge in the sheets from their guest room, too

[@kate_cooper]

You got dowry the wrong way around; it's money that comes with the bride, given to her new husband from her parents, not to her parents in exchange for her. I like your English accent though.

[@maneatingcheeze]

He's thinking of bride price, which people often mistake for dowry.

[@badnoisebebopblackoutnetwo3348]

@Kimmminem West What's done in Africa is bride price, not dowry

[@politereminder6284]

Potayto potaato. In Africa, dowry is often used to mean bride price. It's a common way to use the word

[@donniefitz8038]

Dowry can go either way depending on the culture. He’s correct

[@joaogomes9405]

Dowry in my country means the price you'd pay to the bride's parents to marry her, so the word is applicable to both

[@user-zr1mb3qv2r]

Do a video on A Confederacy of Dunces, I think you'd be one of the most suitable people to talk about i!

[@AtunSheiFilms]

That's a good idea.

[@thedemonhater7748]

@@AtunSheiFilms YO, is this the origin for your civil war shit?!

[@bijibadness]

WHOA. _big_ time look-back at 7:58! what a lovely moment. what a shining smile. man. magical moment captured, right there.

[@christymccullough7306]

I love this channel. Glad to see truth stories

[@yashalnajeeb7838]

Love your content!

[@alexandersaldivar7243]

You are a good story teller. Thank you.

[@idontknowaboutthat1904]

Your page is a national treasure dude!

[@gonzo361]

subscribed your story telling is delightfully chaotic

[@SirenASMR_]

I just found your channel. Love this story and love Pirates Alley. You look great in Pink and Black.

[@UltimaKombat]

Imagine being a fan of a franchise that only has 1 ring throughout its entire history. Couldn’t be me.

[@lokijohnsmith92]

Hmmmm. Jets fan too?

[@sacboybreeze]

Lol imagine having the best qb ever to play for that franchise 🤯🤯🤯

[@Ken_Brooks]

7:07 is that a Red Letter Media reference? Outstanding content, as always.

[@itsmannertime]

You may not have noticed all the RLM references in this channel, *but your brain did*

[@mikewilburn5884]

Well done. Thank you.

[@jabscha7051]

You're so well focused in this video that I thought it was green screen

[@semiramisbonaparte1627]

My family was a part of the placage...

[@chrisserrific]

What's your opinion of it as someone with personal ties to it?

[@tehdmanvids3]

My mans come walkin' up with the fit, drippy af

[@brodenmcdougall2698]

The bells at the end were right on time.

[@sesameoil0009]

2:20 the people walking past must be so confused

[@brightenight8699]

They must be thinking "Just keep walking, just keep walking ".

[@99jean88]

Plot twist, Juliet was behind the camera

[@peltimies2469]

This is kinda like a New Orleans Lindybeige video, and i kinda like that.

[@Drega001]

The ghost in the background had a sexy back. And the story doesn't surprise me.

[@lukelandis3090]

Timestamp?

[@panzerjagertigerpelefant]

@@lukelandis3090 the thumbnail he meant.

[@kalebnbrown]

That was a great story!

[@williamoldaker5348]

I am sad for the other lady too.

[@connorpayne9830]

This is a Christmas story like die hard 🤣🤣🤣

[@ScooterFXRS]

The guy does have some good quips.

[@hopefulhyena3400]

PERFECTLY TIMED BELL

[@scouttyra]

Love your pink skeleton tie! Looks good with the black shirt as well.

[@jant7881]

I heard a way different version on tv many many years ago. She wasnt black, she was mixed and you can still see her ghost wearing a yellow dress in certain areas. I'm sure there's a variety of stories online like this.

[@DelfinoGarza77]

That's a great story.

[@fritzvongerbel8999]

2:24 Those people walking by were probably just like "what the fuck is this guy mental?"

[@kenken8765]

"Make sure they're not virgins until 35... that's how wars start" that's probably the reason why the Viking age started

[@current9300]

A very late answer, but one theory of viking voyages and raiding actually is lack of marriageable women in Scandinavia since tribal chieftains and notable men would often take several concubines (custom they continued until early Nordic Christianity). One piece of evidence for it is genetics of Iceland, most of it's population has Celtic female ancestors which suggests that the vikings who settled Iceland brought Celtic slave girls abducted from Britain with them.

[@hankrogers8431]

YOU ARE JUST CUTE AS A BUTTON.

[@cjxgraphics]

That story is messed up, and the timing of the church bells was perfect.

[@jdzencelowcz]

I actually went by that spot on a tour, got pics of the building & everything.

[@angeladollarhide352]

I took that your many years ago and we were taken to a bookstore below “the apartment” and told the Julie story. Was that a tourist trap? It was my 2nd time in NOLA. At least the first time a homeless guy told us where Anne Rice lived and we actually got to meet her chauffeur and her- amazing lady!

[@tessat338]

I have only ever been to New Orleans in December. I am under the impression that it is a cold place.

[@Jane20121985]

"Christmas story like Die Hard".....you should have a primetime show on cable....

[@Henners1991]

Is this really true? Because it just sounds like a variation of the Lady Godiva story.

[@WowItsErin]

Well I mean, for what it's worth, the Lady Godiva story is a blatantly false folktale as well. Furthermore, it's a folktale that ends with a ghost, so you can certainly take it with a grave of salt.

[@Tina06019]

The system sure did suck for black men who fell in love with these young mixed-race girls. They genuinely had no chance compared to rich white men.

[@cindychristian1700]

There were actually laws forbidding them from marrying those women!!

[@kylelaird5539]

Like diehard

[@AtunSheiFilms]

Come out to the coast, have a few laughs...

[@AthosJosue]

Heck yeah brother, that is my kind of ghost.

[@Cabral_del_Norte]

The ending kill me 😂

[@adamvradenburg2018]

A love story between two people. Thats generally how they go. Though. These days. You never know. Hahaha amazing. You sir. Arw becoming my hero.

[@marlynhebert9728]

I grew up in New Orleans and lived there for 42 years and never heard that story.

[@oshaughnessyrof5201]

2:51 that act may not be funny but the imitation was class

[@thecactusman17]

I wish I could give Dylan a second thumbs up

[@TomasPabon]

Damn the bells were on point, what a coincidence

[@rival4228]

2:20 I would have never said that with people behind me in a Echoing place Lmao, good on you man.

[@nolavegadaboss]

Lmao that accent at the end 😫🤣 like where did that come from 👀

[@amomentintimeofthebruhvari5313]

I paused it to read this comment, and unpaused it for it to start

[@bonniea8189]

He's from Massachusetts originally

[@arvojustice]

2:48 LMFAO “HeRE WrEtcH tHerES 20 dUbOOnS”

[@fallschirmjagerfilms4167]

At the beginning there 0:01 , I thought you were going to say “I love refrigerators“

[@peterrandall8717]

Good job make us all feel guilty just after making us laugh at 2:50.

[@horsewomn]

That place was once a place that gave tea leaf readings. Everyone in the Quarter knows the story and most have seen Julies’ ghost. She likes to mess with the phones!

[@williamoldaker5348]

Your tie is cool.

[@buddy8225]

Beautiful story of forbidden love and a naked ghost.😂

[@user-lj5zc7kq2h]

More of these

[@tedarcher9120]

I wanna move to N.O now

[@muharremmete4194]

bye also i liked and subscribed and put the notifications

[@supereliptic]

‘And she was taken down by force’... I genuinely laughed at that 😂🤣

[@Timevod]

0:04 I was expecting him to say "I love refrigerators"

[@jennywc]

Insulting the Saints?! Them be fighting words!

[@c0rzilla2]

Here for the Shakespeare in Love quoting.

[@avencannon9719]

Had me in the first half ngl

[@Reprodestruxion]

French nawlins creole cajun accents next