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Irish Immigrants and the Americanization of Halloween
This episode traces how Irish and Scottish immigrants brought guising, practical jokes, and bonfire divination to New England in the mid‑1800s, reshaping Halloween into trick‑or‑treat, pumpkin lanterns, and a commercial holiday. We explore the cultural remix that blended Celtic rituals with American opportunity, and how those foundations still influence modern celebrations worldwide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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