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Samhain and the Seasonal Roots of Halloween
This episode unpacks the Celtic festival of Samhain, tracing its transition from a harvest rite to the Christian All Hallows’ Eve, and how it migrated across the Atlantic to become America’s modern candy‑filled celebration. We explore the syncretic blend of pagan and religious symbols, the rise of bonfires and costumes, and the commercial boom that has turned Halloween into a multi‑billion‑dollar global brand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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