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    Day of the dead traditions, part 1, with Big Jim

    • Oct 27, 2014
    • Oct 27, 2014 Updated Apr 20, 2016
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    Folklorist Jim Griffith discusses traditions and lore surrounding this Mexican holiday.

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    Big Jim: El Día de los Muertos

    Big Jim: El Día de los Muertos

    November 2 is the day on which the dead are remembered and prayed for.

    Day of the dead traditions, part 1, with Big Jim

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    Big Jim: Day of the Dead traditions, Part 1

    Big Jim: Day of the Dead traditions, Part 1

    Folklorist Jim Griffith discusses traditions and lore surrounding this Mexican holiday.

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