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From Oogie Boogie to Haunted Houses: Tracing the Rise of Halloween
In this episode we unpack how a burlap‑sack monster, an imperial‑papal feast day, and evolving haunted houses chart Halloween’s journey from ancient myth to global cultural economy. We trace bogeyman symbolism, the spread of All Saints’ Eve, and the commercialization that turned scares into a multi‑million‑dollar industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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