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Guising in Scotland: From Medieval Door‑to‑Door Drama to Modern Halloween
We trace Scotland’s guising—from the late‑medieval door‑to‑door performances that honored Samhain and warded off spirits to its evolution into a commercial heritage tourism experience and modern TikTok remix. The episode unpacks how regional costumes, storytelling traditions, and economic shifts shaped this unique Halloween practice across centuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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