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From Parlors to Pumpkins: How Victorian Parties Shaped Modern Halloween
In this episode we trace how 19th‑century Victorian and Edwardian parlor parties—filled with fortune‑tellers, apple‑bobbing contests, and whimsical décor—laid the groundwork for today’s consumer‑driven Halloween. We explore the shift from genteel mystery to commercial spectacle, and why those early social rituals still echo in modern celebrations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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