The Halloween Haunt
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The Halloween Haunt
A short audio program celebrating our creepiest holiday. Hosted by the Halloween Haunter. History, customs, traditions, as well as spooky stories and poems. Available on all podcast apps.
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Halloween Haunt Classic: Have a Halloween to Remember
I apologize…circumstances prevented me from doing what I had hoped this year…. Please enjoy this Halloween wish from 2011…and try not to be too terrif...
Halloween Haunt Classic: Thomas Lovell Beddoes’ Poem, “The Phantom-Wooer”
I apologize…circumstances prevented me from doing what I had hoped this year…. Please enjoy this representation of a classic gothic poem from long ago...
Halloween Haunt Classic: Frankenstein’s “Monster”
I apologize…circumstances prevented me from doing what I had hoped this year…. Please enjoy this telling of the origin of one of our oldest monsters…?...
Halloween Haunt Classic: “The Bells,” A Poem By Edgar Allan Poe
I apologize…circumstances prevented me from doing what I had hoped this year…. Please enjoy this representation of my first dramatic reading on this p...
Halloween Haunt Classic: Jack O’Lantern
I apologize…circumstances prevented me from doing what I had hoped this year…. Please enjoy this telling of the history of Jack O’Lantern from the fir...
Top Costumes 2018
On Facebook, Aaron in Utah wanted to hear another list. Here are three (a magic number). You can also get in touch on Twitter at @HalloweenHaunt . Hea...
“The Listeners” by Walter de la Mare
A haunting poem about those you can’t see but are always listening. No, not the Feds. Find the Haunt on Facebook and Twitter at @HalloweenHaunt . More...
The David Oman House in Beverly Hills, CA
Another haunted location, another episode not great for little ones. But hopefully great for you. Find the Haunt on Twitter at @HalloweenHaunt and on ...
Waverly Hills Sanitorium
When folks in Kentucky had certain health issues, they went to Waverly Hills. Poor folks. The staff was doing the best they could. Some of the folks s...
Ambrose Bierce’s “A Cold Greeting”
Friendship can be a strange thing. What happens when it seems that a friendship…dies? You can be my friend, especially on the social media, like Twitt...
Black Cats
Few things say Halloween like black cats, although they are delightful any time of year. Thank you, Robin, for another excellent suggestion on Faceboo...
Classic Homemade Halloween Treats
Bruno on Facebook had a hankering for the homemade Halloween eats and wanted to hear about them. I hope they don’t make you hungry. Did you know that...
“Haunted Houses” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Did you know that Longfellow ruminated on the deceased?He did. Join the Haunt on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. Also, like the program on Facebook. Find mor...
Golden Age Radio Horror
Just like today, the Golden Age of radio took place at a scary time in the world. Radio was there to help cathartically. Matthew suggested this topic...
Urban Legends
For Robin on Facebook, we discuss the stories which arise seemingly from nowhere. Follow us on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. “Like” our Facebook page. Ever...
Promo ’18–Dark Times in the Haunt…and Everywhere Else, Too
Escape from the dark–in the Halloween Haunt? In a manner of speaking. Join the Haunt on Twitter, @HalloweenHaunt, and Facebook. Find every episode pr...
Haunted Hollywood
Hooray for haunts…and Hollywood has plenty. Learn about a few now. Scroll down, look to the left if you want to give. The Halloween Haunt is on Faceb...
More Emily Dickinson Fun
Two poems from the great Emily Dickinson. You might want to have something funny ready for when you’re done. Thank you for giving to the TheHalloweenH...
Tips for Safer Trick-or-Treating
Make sure your special night is scary for the right reasons. Join the Halloween Haunt on Facebook and Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. TheHalloweenHaunt.com h...
Spiritualism
Some people take their ghosts very seriously. And they’re not afraid. Are you? More haunting information at TheHalloweenHaunt.com, where you can also...
“At Old Man Eckert’s” by Ambrose Bierce
A story of a house that is…haunted? A gateway to another, horrible dimension? Something nice like that. Join the Facebook party, and the Twitter frea...
Dark Shadows
The original supernatural soap is the subject du jour. Thank you to everyone who gives to the Haunt at TheHalloweenHaunt.com, scroll down and look to...
Top Halloween Candy 2017
What’s your favorite? You may be surprised about others’ favorites. Join the Halloween Haunt on Facebook and on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. More Hallowee...
“Haunted” and “The Raven’s Tomb” by Walter de la Mare
Our first poems from Walter de la Mare are clearly spooky, just look at the titles. Much more poetry, stories and other Halloween frightfulness at The...
The Mystery of Roanoke Island
Back before there was a United States, one of the early settlements was Roanoke Island. It didn’t go well. But what happened to the people? Justin in...
Halloween Destinations
October is a terrific time to explore the world of Halloween–in the world. You’ll find much Halloween fun at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Thank you for the...
Disney’s Haunted Mansions
They are some of the most popular attractions at the Disney Parks. And they’re haunted. Learn more about the houses and find every episode at TheHallo...
Two from Emily Dickinson
We return to the lovely belle of Amherst, Emily Dickinson. First we present “The Soul has Bandaged Moments” and then “I Heard a Fly Buzz.” Stay in th...
Haints, Boo Hags and Plat Eyes
Travel with me to a corner of the American south for some unique individuals. More ghosts and other creatures will be found at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. ...
Celebrity House Haunts
Trick-or-trea–haven’t I seen you on TV? Celebrities love Halloween, too. The Halloween Haunt is on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, on Facebook, and on Google...
“Entrance and Exit” by Algernon Blackwood
Another chilling story…this time from an author suggested by Amy on Facebook…. More stories at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Make sure you join us on Faceboo...
The Dybbuk
Uh-oh, another thing to look out for. Maybe a ghost, maybe a demon. Find us on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, on Facebook, and Google+. Find all the episod...
Random Halloween Facts 2016
What can we expect from this Halloween season? A few clues are contained. Tell us how you will celebrate at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Also on Facebook, o...
H. P. Lovecraft’s “The Ancient Track”
I bet you didn’t know the computer company was founded by a classic gothic author, did you? No? That’s because it wasn’t. The Halloween Haunt is on Tw...
The Charlie Charlie Challenge
Excuse me…do you have a pencil? Or two? Have you played? Tell us at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Join us on Facebook, on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, and Google...
“The Creature from the Black Lagoon”
Who’s up for a swim? Just make sure there’s a net near you at all times. Thank you, Bruno on Facebook, for the suggestion. You’ll find lots of Hallowe...
The Bell Witch Cave
A witch story and ghost story in one. Perfect. Find all the episodes at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Make sure you join us on Facebook, on Twitter @Hallowee...
Shakespeare’s Three Witches from “Macbeth”
Witches as evil hags wasn’t a new idea at the time, but this play may be the reason that’s the first thing we think of when we think of witches. Find...
Ben Cooper Costumes
Bruno suggested this on Facebook. So many have worn them; if you’re not familiar, you really should google them and look at pictures. You can suggest...
The Story of Interview with the Vampire
It reinvigorated our love of vampires, and has quite the backstory. Be socially active with us on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, on Facebook, and Google+. F...