Halloween ghosts and goblins have been lurking around since ancient times, says Northern Iowa professor
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Professor James Robinson explains the origins of Halloween from its early pagan roots, through medieval practices and modern celebrations. Robinson speaks on the day's significance in the harvest season, as well as the birth of the Jack-o-Lantern.