Episode notes
In this week's episode The Mystics summon up the spirit of Halloween đ» as they wander from ancient bonfires to your neighborhood cul-de-sac candy haul. The duo dives into the pagan roots of Samhain, where disguises were meant to fool wandering spirits, and how those traditions slowly transformed into our modern-day parade of costumes, jack-oâ-lanterns, and a bag full of mini candy bars đ« They also explore the curious history of trick-or-treating. From âsoulingâ and guising to knocking on doors for candy instead of prayers (a definite upgrade). The Gruesome Twosome take things back to the present with some personal Halloween favorites: the costumes that slayed đ©đŒâđł the candy that stayed (and the ones that shouldâve been left at the bottom of the bowl), and what theyâre getting up to this spooky season. Expect laughs, light-hearted chaos, nost ...Â