Spanish in Cabo

  Hello! How are you? Good morning, good afternoon, or good evening—depending on where you are or what time you happen to be listening. Welcome to "5 Minutes of Spanish." Thanks for being here. What’s our topic today? As the end of October approaches, an old debate resurfaces in Mexico… Audio                     Y es, I know: should we celebrate Halloween, or should we dedicate these days exclusively to the Day of the Dead (*Día de Muertos*)? Exactly. Some people champion Mexican traditions and feel that Halloween—a celebration originating in the United States—is displacing our own customs. Others enjoy both holidays and see no contradiction at all. But do we really have to choose? Halloween—also known as *Noche de Brujas*—is celebrated on October 31st. Its roots lie in ancient Celtic celebrations, specifically Samhain, which marked the end of the harvest and the beginning of winter. Over time, the holiday evolved and took on many o...