BIG Frights: Happy Halloween 2025

BIG Frights: Happy Halloween 2025

Author: Lucé Tomlin-Brenner October 31, 2025 Duration: 1:06:08

Happy Halloween Day Lanterns!

I'm back on the porch and ready to handout full size treats! I can't believe the veil is already gossimer thin (wasn't it just January?!), but I'm thrilled to spend our special day together!

Today you'll hear beautiful memories of loved ones who have passed, take a lil trip through the historic stomping grounds of The Headless Horseman, learn how to explode pumpkins (in a scientific manner), and much much more!

Thank you to today's contributers: Teresa, José, Lana, Andrew, Jon, Monty, and more!

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Dive into the shadows with It's Always Halloween, where the autumn feeling never fades. Host Lucé Tomlin-Brenner serves as your guide through the misty lanes of history, exploring how our modern spooks evolved from ancient roots. This isn't just a seasonal listen; it's a deep, year-round exploration of the stories behind the symbols, the origins of our oddest traditions, and the figures who shaped our fears. Each episode feels like a conversation in a dimly lit parlor, unraveling the threads of folklore, forgotten customs, and the cultural moments that made Halloween what it is today. You'll hear about everything from the Celtic Samhain to vintage postcards, from the history of trick-or-treating to the biography of a particularly famous monster. Lucé’s passion for the subject is palpable, making even the most obscure historical detail feel immediate and thrilling. The podcast proves that history is alive with whispers and creaks, offering a rich tapestry of the past that informs our present-day celebrations. For anyone who finds magic in the macabre and curiosity in the crypt, this series provides a perfect, perpetual atmosphere. Join Lucé Tomlin-Brenner and discover why, for true enthusiasts, it really is always Halloween.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

It's Always Halloween
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