Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast It's Always Halloween
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| Small Frights: Haunted Vintage Store | 25 Oct 2024 | 00:40:18 | |
On this episode we read a ghostly letter, celebrate a Lantern's publishing success, and enjoy some very clever Halloween costumes! We also take our first call from the Czech Republic and learn about how they celebrate All Souls Day! Mentioned in the Episode: Pre-Order Creepy Cute Drawing Class by Marcie Music featured: Skeleton Keys - Alexander Nakarada Witch by the Sea - Darren Curtis | |||
| Small Frights: 5 Little Pumpkins | 14 Oct 2024 | 00:38:08 | |
Today we learn about how Trick-or-Treating can be linked to ancient food sharing traditions and we learn a little French as well! Plus we get a call about vintage Halloween books and an EEEEKmail with another great non-traditional treat offering!Mentioned on Episode:Göbekli TepeLittle Witches Black Magic CookbookHowl-A-Ween Universal Monster Books Be featured on a Small Frights episode! Submit all Halloween queries, advice, recommendations, or memories via telephone to the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! or write an EEEEKmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon Order The Raven Record + Zine Order The Lantern's Way #2 Order The Lantern's Way #1 IAH Spotify Playlist | |||
| Happy 100 Days (an update)! | 23 Jul 2024 | 00:05:41 | |
Of course we know It's Always Halloween, but today marks the official start to the 2024 Calender Halloween season! What are you looking forward to? I am most excited to hear all your new stories, plans, ideas, and recommendations! So don't wait too long to call into The All Hallows Hotline 872-532-DEAD or write us that EEEEKmail itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com! As a special offering for the next 24 hours anyone who subscribes as a Ghoul Gang member at any level will recieve a personalized list (based on your taste) of 3-5 spooky, scary, and/or atmospheric films to help get you in the mood...BUT WAIT, that's not all! If you upgrade or subscribe to an annual subscription at any level you will also recieve a personalized physical post card from me! Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon Order The Raven Record + Zine Order The Lantern's Way #2 Order The Lantern's Way #1 IAH Spotify Playlist Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram Join the Local Lantern Society | |||
| Small Frights: Green Goblins | 15 Oct 2021 | 00:54:55 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we take calls about haunting songs and skull-adorned bakeware! Plus we hear about a few creepy books, spooky art, and we learn about a fun historical Halloween activity in New York! Mentions: It's Halloween by Jack Prelutsky My Favorite Thing is Monsters by Emil Ferris Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: A Bump in the Night | 08 Oct 2021 | 00:40:45 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we revel in the joy of Halloween parades, deliciously themed foods, and accessible horror movies. We also talk graveyards and Lucé gets spooked! Mentioned in this episode: Anaheim Halloween Parade Scavenger Hunt Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: The Great Pumpkin Project | 01 Oct 2021 | 00:21:50 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we whisper a bit about The Great Pumpkin Project and hitting an exciting milestone. Mentioned in this episode: Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Candy Trading | 24 Sep 2021 | 00:53:38 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we revel in the return of fall! We read EEEEKmails brimming with warm memories of Halloween decor and trading candy with siblings. We also celebrate spooky milestones with a caller who just moved into the best midwestern neighborhood for Trick-or-Treating and a Lantern with a creepy good wedding date! Plus we continue to celebrate the indie artists who make Halloween come to life for us every day. Mentioned in this episode: Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Halloween Pranksters | 17 Sep 2021 | 00:45:11 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! In this episode, we take a call from a Lantern who has a Halloween birthday, get some cozy Halloween movie recommendations, and hear a hilarious cringe-inducing memory about some little Halloween mischief makers! Mentioned in this episode: Join us for a Livestream and Discussion of the Halloween Franchise 28 Black Women Horror Filmmakers Scary Godmother The Halloween Spooktacular Scary Godmother: The Revenge of Jimmy Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: One Year Anniversary Show | 10 Sep 2021 | 00:57:40 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we are celebrating the one-year anniversary of IAH! We hear some of your favorite show memories and I share some of my own as well. There’s also a very special announcement! Mentioned in this episode: Carbon Footprint by Shelly Oria Halloween 1978-2000 - You Need to See This! The Halloween Franchise - Nerdificent Halloween Movie Franchise Continuity and Timelines Explained with Lucé Tomlin-Brenner Neon Alter: The Modern Metaphysical Marketplace Teresa Macbre - Halloween Prints and Greeting Cards Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation | |||
| Small Frights: Trick-or-Treat, Got Your Feet! | 03 Sep 2021 | 00:40:54 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! In this episode, we take a call from a Lantern who spread some seriously spooky cheer to the trick-or-treaters in his neighborhood. We also hear stories about Halloween from an RA's perspective, VHS collecting, and we get an EEEEKmail follow-up in regards to our Halloween mystery song. Mentioned in this episode: Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: The Many Talents of Apple Cider | 27 Aug 2021 | 00:46:47 | |
In today's episode, we get an EEEEKmail ghost story from Miami, take a call about the mysteries of HP Lovecraft, and hear about the many joys of Apple Cider and discuss all its delicious forms. Plus recommendations and memories regarding spooky clothes, trick or treating, and cozy movies! Mentioned on the episode: Lucé Reads Calling the Spirits Introduction Outsiders: How To Adapt H.P. Lovecraft In the 21st Century Ninety Years Ago, Thomas 'Fatty' Walsh Died as He Lived - By the Gun Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Halloween Mystery Song | 13 Aug 2021 | 00:39:52 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! In this episode, a Lantern writes to us asking for assistance on what can only be described as a near-impossible, mind-melting quest. Are you up for the challenge? We also brainstorm ideas for a Halloween-themed bachelorette party and take a bone-chilling call about a haunted Scottish pub! Mentioned in this episode: Workplace Haunted House & Cursed Song Fresh Air Interview with Emil Ferris 12 Non-Cheesy Ways to Throw a Halloween Themed Bachelorette Party Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Lighthouse Ghosts | 06 Aug 2021 | 00:37:01 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This episode is packed with stories about ghosts, trick-or-treating, and Faygo. It's hard to pick which one of those topics is scariest! Mentioned in this episode: Death at the Lighthouse: A Grand Island Riddle Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Looking Gourdgeous with Joe Carlough | 19 Jul 2024 | 01:04:08 | |
This week we welcome back longtime friend and IAH collaborator, Joe Carlough of Displaced Snail publications. We discuss his new book, Queer Horror, available for pre-order now! We also go deep into pumpkins and have an exciting new project announcement! For those with sensitive ears, this episode has a couple of light conversational swear words and acknowledges sex and sex work within the context of a few horror films. Mentioned in the episode: Order The Raven Record + Zine Order The Lantern's Way #2 Order The Lantern's Way #1 Pre-Order Queer Horror: New, LGBTQ+ Perspectives on the Chilling and Macabre Cat Party!: Cats We've Known in Words and Pictures Joe's favorite orchard - Maple Acres Featured music: Be featured on a Small Frights episode! Submit all Halloween queries, advice, recommendations, or memories via telephone to the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! or write an EEEEKmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon IAH Spotify Playlist | |||
| Small Frights: Classy Crafts & Clouds of Bats | 30 Jul 2021 | 00:48:41 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This episode is overflowing with treats (no tricks)! We get feedback from a thrift store worker, learn about what scares (and annoys) one listener when they're watching horror movies, and we take a call from a Lantern who already has their entire Halloween season mapped out in spooky detail. Plus, we get a pillowcase full of chilling podcast, TV, and book recommendations! I'm feeling fully immersed in Halloween spirit after working on this one. I hope you feel it, too! Mentioned in this episode: IAH Summerween Double Feature! Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Kitchen Witch | 23 Jul 2021 | 00:46:55 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! We just got back from our Summerween Vacation and discovered many deFRIGHTful messages from new Lanterns! In this episode, we discuss the magic of cookware, hear about an eye-popping Halloween tradition in an artsy New Jersey town, ponder spooky music, and nab a few new recommendations! Mentioned in this episode: IAH Summerween Double Feature! Lucé's 2020 Halloween Playlist Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Supernaturally Saved | 19 Jun 2021 | 00:31:09 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we hear from a caller who survived a crazy event, does she have a ghost to thank? We also get more thoughts on Hocus Pocus 2 and Salem. Plus, we learn about The Teal Pumpkin Project! Mentioned in this episode: Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Pumpkinheads | 28 May 2021 | 00:50:13 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we hear stories about haunted houses, pumpkin carving parties, and horror movie marathons. Plus, we get a call from our youngest Lantern yet and Steve writes back to share that amazing Oatmeal cookie recipe! Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Hallowine | 21 May 2021 | 00:29:17 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we hear of a caper through a cemetery, we get a new Halloween party idea, and we get the scoop on more cozy Halloween food! Plus, one Lantern tells us about their Devil's Night experiences. Mentioned in this episode: Modcloth's Halfway to Halloween Collection Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Spooky Swap Meet | 14 May 2021 | 00:33:52 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! Halloween joy is bursting out of the seams of this episode. Fill up your trick-or-treat bags with ideas for keeping the spooky spirit thriving during the "off-season," and collect some sweet encouragement on how to use the Halloween spirit of community to reach out to those having a hard time. Mentioned in this episode: Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Wedding Pumpkins | 30 Apr 2021 | 00:38:39 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we get a letter jammed pack with amazing Halloween details, including some autumnal wedding ideas. We also take a call from a librarian who has great new book AND television recommendations for us. Plus, an all-baby Halloween party?! Now we've seen everything! Mentioned on today's episode: The Tricker Treater and Other Stories Men in Kilts Ep. 4 'Witchcraft and Superstition' The Haunted Librarian - My Favorite Spooky Ambience Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Halfway to Halloween | 23 Apr 2021 | 00:45:13 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we get recommendations for halfway to Halloween parties, soaps, shaving products, and more! Plus we field a concerned call from Canada! Are trick-or-treaters disappearing?? Call (802-532-DEAD) or write in (itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com) to tell us what you think! Mentioned in this episode: The Dying Trend of Trick-or-Treating Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Halloween Hype Team | 09 Apr 2021 | 00:50:39 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! In this episode, we hear stories about epic Halloween costumes, distressing underwear pranks, and delightful Covid-safe Halloween celebrations. We also get some cozy Halloween movie and story recommendations, and we even make a love connection! Mentioned in this episode: Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| It's Always Christmas! | 01 Apr 2021 | 00:39:39 | |
Ho Ho Ho today we're going to dive into the origins of Santa Claus and explore some ancient pagan traditions that influenced our favorite tinsel trimmed holiday! Plus we'll take a few calls from the Hot Chocolate Hotline and read some ELFmail! Mentioned in this episode: Subscribe to It's Always Christmas on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: HalloResting | 12 Jul 2024 | 00:32:31 | |
Today we continue our exploration of trick-or-treating trends from around the U.S. and one Lantern brings us in on their new October 31st tradition! Mentioned on the episode: Featured music: Lightless Dawn - Kevin Macleod Be featured on a Small Frights episode! Submit all Halloween queries, advice, recommendations, or memories via telephone to the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! or write an EEEEKmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon Order The Raven Record + Zine Order The Lantern's Way #2 Order The Lantern's Way #1 IAH Spotify Playlist | |||
| Small Frights: History, Culture, and Traditions | 26 Mar 2021 | 00:11:00 | |
| Small Frights: Missing Pumpkins | 19 Mar 2021 | 00:35:20 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! In this episode, a listener goes hunting for some missing pumpkins and finds a lesson on class. Plus a call about an actual small fright, two book recommendations, and a love connection? Mentioned in this episode: Ween Dream - Costume Donations Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween with a One Time Donation Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: The Scarecrows Are Alive! | 05 Mar 2021 | 00:41:10 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! Mentioned in this episode: Things to do When You're Goth in the Country Lucky Number Seven Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram | |||
| Our Next Chapter | 02 Mar 2021 | 00:04:54 | |
Today we crack open a new chapter in which we'll discover the roots of another Halloween icon. Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram | |||
| Small Frights: Haunted Pie Shop | 26 Feb 2021 | 00:37:40 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! In this episode, we hear a chilling ghost story from England and a hilarious story of a DIY haunted house mishap! Plus a fantastic novel recommendation and memories of tricks (and some treats). Mentioned in this episode: Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram | |||
| Skeletons: Dennison and Beistle | 23 Feb 2021 | 00:17:09 | |
In this episode, we explore the history of Halloween decor giants Dennison and Beistle. We will look at the impact these two paper companies had on American Culture and how they brought the image of the skeleton to the masses as a staple of Halloween festivities. This episode concludes our chapter on skeletons! If there's something specific you want to learn about skeletons, decorating, or Halloween in general, call into the All Hallows Hotline at 802-532-DEAD or write me an eeeekmail at itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com. Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram | |||
| Small Frights: Costume Mishaps | 19 Feb 2021 | 00:34:56 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! Mentioned in this episode: Digging Up the Indian Burial Ground Trope by Shea Vassar How The Amityville Horror Ended Up With 22 Sequels Christian Prayer Group and Native Americans Face-Off at Ohio's Serpent Mound Exorcism: Increasingly frequent, including after US protests Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram | |||
| Small Frights: The Outcast Dead | 12 Feb 2021 | 00:38:07 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! In this episode, we travel from the Indigenous Burial Mounds of Wisconsin to the Crossbones Graveyard in London and we learn about the lack of discernment when it comes to interment. Plus mall trick-or-treating, 19th-century French Devil Tissue, & a letter from Transylvania brings a tear to Lucé's eye. Mentioned in this episode: The History of McDonald's Halloween Buckets Diableries: Stereoscopic Adventures in Hell by Brian May The Meskwaki and Big Lake Butte Des Morts History of Wisconsin Indigenous People Pete Byrnes' new album In Parallels. Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram | |||
| Skeletons: Memento Mori | 02 Feb 2021 | 00:15:45 | |
In this episode, we learn about memento mori and the role this ancient philosophy played in keeping skeletons fashionable. If there's something specific you want to learn about skeletons, memento mori, or Halloween in general, call into the All Hallows Hotline at 802-532-DEAD or write me an eeeekmail at itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com. Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram | |||
| Small Frights: The Candy Apple Incident | 29 Jan 2021 | 00:35:03 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we get treated to a few delightful Halloween memories from childhood: a bunch of party-goers get into a rather sticky situation, an epic snowstorm takes on trick-or-treaters, and a listener comes face to face with possession. Plus a new book series recommendation! Mentioned in this episode: Dean Koontz's Frankenstien and Pete Byrnes' new album In Parallels. Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram | |||
| Small Frights: Tales of Summerween | 06 Jul 2024 | 00:26:34 | |
Today we read Summerween party letters and take a call from a Lantern in Tunisia! Mentioned in the episode: October Branches: Summerween (Tjalgahorn's blog) Follow Lantern Josh on IG: @eclectic_carthage Music featured: Skeleton Keys - Alexander Nakarada Be featured on a Small Frights episode! Submit all Halloween queries, advice, recommendations, or memories via telephone to the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! or write an EEEEKmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon Order The Raven Record + Zine Order The Lantern's Way #2 Order The Lantern's Way #1 IAH Spotify Playlist | |||
| Small Frights: United American Cemetery Update | 22 Jan 2021 | 00:12:06 | |
A meaningful community update on United American, Ohio's first Black cemetery. This is a follow-up to our December 11th Small Frights episode, Theater Ghosts. Mentioned in this episode: The Union Foundation Press Release 2020 NPS African American Civil Rights Grant Awardees Go Fund Me for the Restoration of United American Cemetery We Need To Help Restore Ohio's Oldest Black Cemetery - Cincinnati Enquirer Madisonville’s United American is Ohio’s First Black Cemetery and It Needs Your Help - City Beat | |||
| Skeletons: The Reaper's Image | 19 Jan 2021 | 00:23:24 | |
In the last episode, we discovered the first images of skeletons as art were spawned from the horrors of The Black Plague - most notably the Danse Macabre and the iconic Grim Reaper. In this episode, we meditate on the endurance of this medieval imagery through a ghastly tale by the master of horror himself, Stephen King. The Reaper's Image was first printed in Startling Mystery Stories in 1969 and collected in Skeleton Crew in 1985. This episode is performed by Lucé Tomlin-Brenner. The editing, theme song, and sound design is by Pete Byrnes. Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Support It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Halloween Sadism | 15 Jan 2021 | 00:30:37 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we got a call about Skinwalkers! Plus letters about collegiate ghost sightings, trick-or-treat etiquette ideas, favorite Halloween candies, and hold onto your butts because the debate over trunk-or-treat and Halloween safety rages on! Mentioned in this episode: Skinwalkers, The Pixy Stix Killer: The Man Who Killed Halloween, Joel Best: Halloween Sadism, QAnon Misdirects Our Attention Away From the Real Threats to Children Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram | |||
| Skeletons: The Black Plague | 12 Jan 2021 | 00:09:51 | |
The Black Plague brought us two indelible images of skeletons we still use in our Halloween celebrations today! Let's explore how these symbols of death unfurled in the imaginations of Medieval Europeans and how they continued to thrive over the last 650 years. Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram | |||
| Small Frights: Fortune Telling Parties | 08 Jan 2021 | 00:47:14 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we got letters about creepy Victorian New Year's superstitions and ghosts popping up in the worst places! Plus calls about new Halloween recipes, local urban legends, more listener nickname ideas, and clever ways to use your job as an excuse to decorate for Halloween all year long! Mentioned in this episode: Victorian New Year's Superstitions Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram | |||
| Small Frights: Theater Ghosts | 11 Dec 2020 | 00:29:52 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we get more ghost stories and cemetery strolls from our listeners! Plus we get a great IAH merch idea! Speaking of which, we now have a RedBubble store where you can get fun IAH gear. I'll be updating it regularly with new designs. Mentioned in this episode: The United American Cemetery in Cincinnati Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Skeletons: The Middle Ages | 08 Dec 2020 | 00:07:40 | |
On our quest to discover where and when modern-day skeleton decor originated, we swing by the middle ages to see how they dealt with their dead. Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram Support It's Always Halloween on Patreon Sponsorships: off for this episode | |||
| Small Frights: Cemeteries | 04 Dec 2020 | 00:45:49 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week listeners share stories about the cemeteries they enjoy exploring! We also get a fun new Halloween recipe and discuss some ways to keep the Halloween spirit going as we slide into winter. Plus, we get a fun urban legend about a dog! Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Skeletons: Human Sacrifice | 01 Dec 2020 | 00:15:46 | |
How did skeletons become one of the most popular symbols of Halloween? Today we kick off a multi-week chapter on the history of skeletons and their connection to Halloween. On this episode, we revisit the Celts and examine the theory that they were the first to decorate with skulls for the holiday. Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram Support It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Urban Legends | 20 Nov 2020 | 00:29:35 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! This week we hear a creepy urban legend from our very own Pete Byrnes! We also hear stories about cemeteries and superstitions. Plus, a recommendation for another spooky podcast! Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Small Frights: Sad Cryptid | 28 Jun 2024 | 00:33:31 | |
Today we take a delightful hotline call about the most depressed cryptid in America and learn about how we can celebrate them in the hopes of cheering them up. We also get letters about Summerween and how to make your own low cost DIY pumpkin spice (see above). Mentioned in the Episode: Music featured: Witch By The Sea - Darren Curtis Be featured on a Small Frights episode! Submit all Halloween queries, advice, recommendations, or memories via telephone to the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! or write an EEEEKmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to It's Always Halloween on Patreon Order The Raven Record + Zine Order The Lantern's Way #2 Order The Lantern's Way #1 IAH Spotify Playlist | |||
| Aaron Kelly's Bones | 17 Nov 2020 | 00:09:30 | |
As a prelude to our upcoming chapter on skeletons, today I tell you the tale of Aaron Kelly's Bones! Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram Support It's Always Halloween on Patreon | |||
| Small Frights: Friday the 13th | 14 Nov 2020 | 00:31:40 | |
Each Friday I share a curated selection of calls from the All Hallows Hotline and letters from the EEEEKmail bag! Watch out for ladders and spilled salt because it's Friday the 13th! This week we dive into the history behind today's superstitions. We also take calls from the All Hallows Hotline about Halloween 2020 experiences and hear a great argument for giving all trick-or-treaters candy regardless of age or costume. Plus a letter from New Orleans and more Halloween resources to enjoy all year round! Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Bonus Frights: Costume Appropriation | 10 Nov 2020 | 00:21:01 | |
Today we hear from a listener who helps us understand the important differences between appreciation vs. appropriation when it comes to Dia de los Muertos. We also answer some questions about the history of skeleton imagery in Dia de los Muertos and Halloween. Plus, a caller shares a ghastly premonition with us. Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call into the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to itsalwayshalloweenpodcast@gmail.com Follow It's Always Halloween on Instagram Support It's Always Halloween on Patreon Mentioned in this episode: | |||