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Oct 2019
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Episode 16 - Happy Halloween

Caren Hayden
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Today’s episode is all about the spookiest American holiday - Halloween! I will tell you about the historical origins of this beloved holiday, how we celebrate Halloween in America, and why it’s my favorite holiday. 
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