Halloween pumpkins are also known as jack-o'-lanterns. But were did the name Jack come from? Why do we carve and light them up each year? Find out in this old Southern ghost story. For more strange Southern folktales, including stories not on the podcast, visit <a href= "https://themoonlitroad.com/">https://themoonlitroad.com</a> Follow us on Facebook <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroadand">https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad</a> and X/Twitter <a href= "https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad">https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad</a> "Why is a Jack-o-Lantern Named Jack?" was adapted from folklore and produced by Craig Dominey. Storyteller: LaDoris Bias Davis <a href= "http://kuumbastorytellers.org/ladoris-bias-davis/">http://kuumbastorytellers.org/ladoris-bias-davis/</a> Audio Production: Henry Howard The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.

Halloween pumpkins are also known as jack-o'-lanterns. But were did the name Jack come from? Why do we carve and light them up each year? Find out in this old Southern ghost story. For more strange Southern folktales, including stories not on the podcast, visit https://themoonlitroad.com Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad "Why is a Jack-o-Lantern Named Jack?" was adapted from folklore and produced by Craig Dominey. Storyteller: LaDoris Bias Davis http://kuumbastorytellers.org/ladoris-bias-davis/ Audio Production: Henry Howard The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.

Halloween pumpkins are also known as jack-o'-lanterns. But were did the name Jack come from? Why do we carve and light them up each year? Find out in this old Southern ghost story. For more strange Southern folktales, including stories not on the podcast, visit <a href="https://themoonlitroad.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://themoonlitroad.com</a> Follow us on Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroadand" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad</a> and X/Twitter <a href="https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad</a> "Why is a Jack-o-Lantern Named Jack?" was adapted from folklore and produced by Craig Dominey. Storyteller: LaDoris Bias Davis <a href="http://kuumbastorytellers.org/ladoris-bias-davis/" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://kuumbastorytellers.org/ladoris-bias-davis/</a> Audio Production: Henry Howard The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.

Why is a Jack-o-Lantern Named Jack?

Welcome to The Moonlit Road Podcast, broadcasting from the American South where strange folktales infuse the humid air, and ghost stories are as common as fireflies on a summer night. So light a lantern and pull up a chair—just don't forget to keep an eye on the shadows.

Since 1997, we've been your trusted guides on a storytelling journey along the South's mysterious backroads. The Moonlit Road Podcast unearths classic campfire tales, forgotten ghost stories, and odd legends, whispered across time from one generation to the next. Each episode features gifted storytellers, musicians, and folklorists sharing the most memorable stories from the bayous of Louisiana to the mountains of Appalachia.

If you crave the peculiar and otherworldly folklore of the American South, and the rich, eerie tapestry of the South's haunted past, then come on in and listen for a spell. We promise to keep a light on for you—just in case.

We explore:

• Classic ghost stories from historic plantations and forgotten battlefields.

• Folklore and critters like the Bell Witch, Boo Hag, and the Plat Eye.

• Voodoo legends and Hoodoo practices from New Orleans and beyond.

• Appalachian haints and mountain mysteries.

• Timeless tales of strange historical events and unexplained phenomena.

Join the thousands of listeners who have walked The Moonlit Road for years. New episodes are released periodically. Subscribe now and let the Southern spirits guide you!

For even more stories not found on the podcast, visit our website at https://themoonlitroad.com.

Arts

Fiction

Drama

Performing Arts

Welcome to The Moonlit Road Podcast, broadcasting from the American South where strange folktales infuse the humid air, and ghost stories are as common as fireflies on a summer night. So light a lantern and pull up a chair—just don't forget to keep an eye on the shadows. Since 1997, we've been your trusted guides on a storytelling journey along the South's mysterious backroads. The Moonlit Road Podcast unearths classic campfire tales, forgotten ghost stories, and odd legends, whispered across time from one generation to the next. Each episode features gifted storytellers, musicians, and folklorists sharing the most memorable stories from the bayous of Louisiana to the mountains of Appalachia. If you crave the peculiar and otherworldly folklore of the American South, and the rich, eerie tapestry of the South's haunted past, then come on in and listen for a spell. We promise to keep a light on for you—just in case. We explore: • Classic ghost stories from historic plantations and forgotten battlefields. • Folklore and critters like the Bell Witch, Boo Hag, and the Plat Eye. • Voodoo legends and Hoodoo practices from New Orleans and beyond. • Appalachian haints and mountain mysteries. • Timeless tales of strange historical events and unexplained phenomena. Join the thousands of listeners who have walked The Moonlit Road for years. New episodes are released periodically. Subscribe now and let the Southern spirits guide you! For even more stories not found on the podcast, visit our website at https://themoonlitroad.com.

Share Why is a Jack-o-Lantern Named Jack?

Sign up to save your podcasts

Why is a Jack-o-Lantern Named Jack?

Why is a Jack-o-Lantern Named Jack?

More shows like The Moonlit Road Podcast

The NoSleep Podcast

Tales to Terrify

Weird Darkness: Paranormal & True Crime Stories

Chilling Tales for Dark Nights: A Horror Anthology and Scary Stories Series Podcast

Creepy

Scary Stories Told in the Dark: A Horror Anthology Series

Horror Hill: A Horror Anthology and Scary Stories Series Podcast

Southern Gothic

Scary Story Podcast

Horrifying History

The Dark Paranormal

Horror Story: True Paranormal Mysteries and Hauntings

Drew Blood's Dark Tales - A Horror Anthology and Scary Stories Podcast

Hometown Ghost Stories

Fear Daily