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Samhain and the Midnight Threshold: How Medieval Irish Tales Seeded Modern Halloween
This episode traces how medieval Irish narratives about Samhain—where the veil between worlds thins—shaped the lore that underpins contemporary Halloween. We examine key tales like "The Adventure of Nera", explore monastic scribes’ role in preserving these myths, and see how their themes echo in modern costumes, candy, and trick‑or‑treat rituals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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