Halloween History & Where Our Souls Go

Spooky season has us thinking about ghosts, demons, and the dead. We look into the ancient roots of Halloween and see what other cultures can teach us about the afterlife. Topics covered: -The history of Halloween -Celtic Samhain + Roman Feralia and Pomona + Christian All Souls Day and All Saints Day -Dia de los Muertos celebrations in Mexico -Oban in Japan and friendly ghosts -Ghanian funeral rites and novelty coffins Sources available to anyone at our ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ ❤️

Om Podcasten

Is it still a quarter-life crisis when you’re 30? Two charmingly obsessive friends attempt to answer life’s biggest questions with six decades of experience, some internet research, and too much exposure to pop culture. Join hosts Jennifer and Lucy as they navigate their millennial angst, the post-corporate life, and a new existential crises each week.