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Join the hosts of Live Laugh Lore as they delve into the origins, traditions, and modern-day celebrations of Halloween, specifically those of their own heritage! Explore the Celtic festival of Samhain, the Viking Álfablót, and their influences on today's festivities. Learn about famous legends, such as Stingy Jack and supernatural entities like the Draugr and Puka. Enjoy personal stories, favorite movies, and hilarious party mishaps, while uncovering the historical and cultural roots of this spooky holiday. Tune in as Caroline and Emily remind us that Halloween is more than just candy and costumes; it’s a time to honor the past and celebrate life!

Sources:

https://www.bpl.org/blogs/post/the-origins-and-practices-of-holidays-samhain-dia-de-los-muertos-and-all-saints-day/

https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/samhain

https://www.wildernessireland.com/blog/irish-folklore-puca/

https://specifipedia.com/the-legends-of-samhain-part-one/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stingy_Jack

https://matadornetwork.com/read/celebrate-wiccan-samhain-instead-halloween-year/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%81lfabl%C3%B3t

https://rickyshalloween.com/halloween-norse-myth/

https://skandibaking.com/history-and-traditions-of-halloween/

Álfblót: The Viking Halloween – Modern Norse Heathen (wordpress.com)

A rundown of Halloween in Norway: How, what, and why? - Norway Today

https://sonsofvikings.com/blogs/history/viking-influences-on-halloween#:~:text=But%20the%20particular%20image%20of,importance%20they%20placed%20on%20it.

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