Episode 3
In this seasonally appropriate episode, the queens of the cottage treat you to some fun facts about the history of Halloween—
And trick themselves into taking another break from boxes.
Nym navigates the nebulous name of Samhain, and she spins some stories starring the Sidhe. Nylene notes the numerous nations which host their own frightful festivities, describing homecomings —both heavenly and hellish, ancient arbitrary animal abuse, and creepy carnivals honoring curious cryptids.
Listen to the episode, then come back here to spot the alliteration error, eh?
Origins of Samhain by Nym
Lady Gwyn
Stingy Jack with the devil & the turnip lantern
Soul Cakes
Pukah
Turnip Lantern
Halloween Around The World by Nylene
Puca Festival Ireland
Mexico Dia De Los Muertos Altar
Germany Walpurgis Night
Japan Kawasaki Halloween Parade
Derry Northern Ireland
China Hungry Ghost Festival
Nigeria Odo Masquerade
Scotland Samhuinn Fire Festival
Denmark Fastelavn
Romania Bran’s Castle
Spain Correfocos
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