Halloween isn’t just a night for costumes, candy, and spooky decorations; it’s also the perfect season to get into the spirit with some fascinating podcasts. Now, you may be a fan of true crime or ghost stories, and that’s great! But my list is a nerdy collection of history, grammar, and anecdotal rants on commercialism. If that spikes your interest, enjoy the playlist below!
Is carving a pumpkin for Halloween night part of your annual tradition? Ever wonder where this practice comes from? Find out about the fascinating history of Jack-o’-Lanterns in this episode.
Is it trick or treat OR trick-or-treat? Did that phrase really originate in Canada? Where does "Boo!" come from? Learn all about the words we associate with Halloween in this fun and nerdy podcast.
#3 How Hyper Capitalism has Made Halloween More Terrifying Than its Pagan Beginnings - The Blindboy Podcast
Want to hear how hyper-capitalism has made Halloween more terrifying than its Pagan beginnings? Find out in this eclectic podcast episode containing short fiction, interviews and comedy.
*Note: this is the only show on the list that contains swearing and content that might not be appropriate for all listeners.
There are jokes aplenty about the pop-up store, Spirit Halloween, but did you know the store originated from a woman’s clothing company? Find out the interesting origin story in this quick and fun episode.
Before children went door-to-door, Celts kept out evil spirits during the festival of Samhain. Halloween evolved over time, but trick-or-treating didn't emerge until the 20th century. Join Sarah and guest host Cristen as they trace Halloween's history.
Candy and Halloween go hand-in-hand, but when did candy become the standard for trick-or-treating, and who invented the holiday's most famous sweet treats like candy corn?
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