The Fiery, Pagan History of Halloween Midnight Facts for Insomniacs

Why do we wear costumes on Halloween? When did pumpkins and candy get involved? And how the heck do you pronounce "Samhain"?
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In this episode:  
Celtic Festivals, Gaelic Origins
Samhain and Beltane
Fairies (The Aos Si)
Bonfires, Livestock, Leaps
Liminal Celebrations
The Romans and Feralia
Pomona
Apple Bobbing? 
Feast of All Martyrs
Pope Boniface IV
Pope Gregory III
All Saints Day (All Hallows Day)
Feast of All Souls
All Hallows Day/Evening
Allhallowe'en
Souling and Allhallowtide
Soul Cakes
Souling Plays
Guising
Mischief Night
Jack O'Lanterns 
Stingy Jack
Turnip Lanterns
Trick or Treating
Candy Corn
Pet Costumes
Calorie Counts
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