The interview features David Skal- an expert on Halloween. Host Bryan Le Beau is joined by David Skal author of "Death Makes A Holiday." They will discuss the origins and myths of Halloween. And for our commentary Andrew Bacevich reflects on "Paltry War, Paltry Politics." Andrew Bacevich is a professor of international relations at Boston University, where he also serves as director of the university's Center for International Relations. Alex Boese, curator of the Museum of Hoaxes, joins us to recount a hoax that took place in the second half of the nineteenth century in the Nevada Territory. "Talking History" is a radio show distributed by the Pacifica Network.