188: The Halloween Lanterns That Weren't Pumpkins

Podcast: The Mystery Kids Podcast · Tess O'Driscoll

Opublikowano: 2026-10-25

Before pumpkins became the stars of Halloween, people in Ireland were carving spooky faces into turnips! In this favorite Halloween month episode, we're uncovering the strange history of the original jack-o'-lantern, exploring the legend of Stingy Jack, meeting the real Ghost Turnip preserved in Ireland, and discovering how an old tradition crossed the ocean and became one of Halloween's most recognizable symbols. It's spooky history with a surprising twist! Happy Halloween from the Mystery Kids Podcast!