The Highgate Vampire

The Highgate Vampire

Author: The Halloween Haunter October 10, 2014 Duration: 0:00
It’s a creepy cemetery that’s well over a hundred years old. It must be haunted or have some kind of monster, right? William (@Midnight_Circle) on Twitter suggested the topic. I post often on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. Here is where I am on Google+. And of course Facebook. Tell us your urban legend at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Wikipedia has much of the sordid story, as well as […]

Ever wonder where the jack-o'-lantern really came from, or why we tell ghost stories on a chilly autumn night? The Halloween Haunt digs into those questions, weaving together the rich tapestry of history, customs, and traditions that make the season so uniquely eerie. Your host, the Halloween Haunter, serves as a guide through this fascinating landscape, offering perfectly bite-sized explorations that are just as suitable for a curious family drive as they are for a solitary walk under bare branches. Each episode of this podcast is crafted to be a brief escape, a five-minute immersion into the folklore and forgotten tales that lurk just beyond the porch light. You’ll hear readings of classic spooky poems and original short stories designed to send a delightful shiver down your spine, all framed within the cultural context that gives them lasting power. It’s a blend of learning and atmosphere, where the history of ancient festivals sits comfortably beside a modern creepy tale. This isn’t about outright horror, but rather that subtle, enjoyable darkness that defines the best parts of Halloween. The Halloween Haunter’s delivery makes the past feel present and the mysterious feel inviting, creating an audio experience that celebrates every layer of the holiday, from its artistic expressions to its deep-rooted place in society. Tune in for a dose of the mysterious that fits perfectly into your day, whenever you need a momentary step into the shadows.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 60

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Podcast Episodes
“A Wireless Message” by Ambrose Bierce [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Another spooky tale from the great Ambrose Bierce. Tell me your spooky story at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Join the Halloween party on Facebook, on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, and Google+. Read along with me at AmbroseBierce.or…
The Loch Ness Monster [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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A real-life monster, a large water animal, or–something else? Or nothing else? Bruno on Facebook suggested it. Talk about it on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt and Google+. And, of course, on TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Learn more ab…
About “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” by Washington Irving [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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A classic from the early days of the U.S, with a keen headless guy. Find all of the episodes on TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Find us on Facebook, Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, and Google+. Wikipedia has much more about Washington I…
“Because I Could Not Stop for Death” by Emily Dickinson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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It’s hard to believe, but I have never featured this great poet in the Haunt. I remedy this with a lovely ditty about heading into the afterlife. See you on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, on Facebook, and Google+. Tell me what…
Irish Halloween Traditions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Many of our favorite Halloween traditions come from Ireland, but not all made it over here. I talk more about traditions at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Join us on Facebook, on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, and Google+. Learn more…
Haunted Institutes of Higher Learning [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Spookie Pumpkin on Twitter suggested a tour of some haunted campuses. It was a good suggestion. You can find me on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, and also on Facebook, and Google+. Find all the episodes at TheHalloweenHaunt.co…
The Slender Man [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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One of the oldest legends…or one of the newest? Could he be real? Tell me what you think at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Join us all year on Facebook, Twitter @HalloweenHaunt and Google+. Wikipedia has much on the Slender Man.…
“Dead Man’s Hate” by Robert E. Howard [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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A strictly scary poem by the master of fantasy, Robert E. Howard. The Halloween Haunt is on Google+, Facebook and on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. Find more haunting poetry and prose at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Read the poem fo…
Halloween in Japan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Travel with the Halloween Haunt to Japan and see how they celebrate. Tell us your Japanese Halloween experiences at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Also join us on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, Google+ and on Facebook. Learn more from…
Gargoyles [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Kort on Twitter (@Vosboss00) wanted to know the history of those scary guardians of skyscrapers, and so did I. Join the social media craze with the Halloween Haunt on Facebook, Google+ and Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. All of…