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Sleep‑Paralysis in Halloween Culture: From Folk Tale to Marketing Trend

This episode traces the journey of sleep paralysis from its medieval roots as a night hag and Cailleach legend to a modern viral marketing concept that sparked conversations about mental health on Halloween. We explore how folklore, social media, and commercial creativity intersected to turn an ancient myth into a contemporary cultural touchstone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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