In this episode, we take a deep dive into the origins and evolution of Halloween, tracing its roots back to ancient Celtic traditions and the festival of Samhain.
Learn how this pagan celebration, marking the end of the harvest season, transformed through the ages as it merged with Roman rituals and Christian holidays like All Saints’ Day.
We’ll explore how Halloween crossed the Atlantic, evolving into the fun-filled, spooky celebration we know today in the United States, complete with costumes, trick-or-treating, and haunted attractions.
Join us for a journey through centuries of folklore, traditions, and the fascinating ways Halloween continues to captivate the world.
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