How Rituals Help Us Process Grief. The Science of Happiness Podcast. Oct. 24, 2024

Summary: We investigate how Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead,  rituals strengthen family ties and cultural identity, and learn about its evolution from a 3,000 year old practice to a global celebration. We look at key elements like the ofrenda and explore how commercialization—like Mattel’s Day of the Dead Barbie—raises questions about balancing tradition with modern influences.

with guests: Michelle Téllez and Mathew Sandoval

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