The Halloween Haunt

Halloween Haunt Classic: Have a Halloween to Remember Oct 31, 2024

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 terrified….

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Can the big night be here already? Please listen to the terrifying treat I’ve served up for Halloween. If you haven’t yet, please listen to the last episode and learn about Robert the Doll. Find all the episodes at HalloweenHaunt.wordpress.com, and join us on on Facebook, on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt.

Halloween Haunt Classic: Thomas Lovell Beddoes’ Poem, “The Phantom-Wooer” Oct 31, 2024

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 in the Haunt…. And check back for a few more classic…aka old…Halloween treats….

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The moon is making me feel romantic, so I present a poem by Thomas Lovell Beddoes entitled, “The Phantom-Wooer.” Full shownotes at HalloweenHaunt.wordpress.com, and please let us know if this made you feel romantic.

I found this poem in this book.

Music:

“The Gargoyle” by Sean Timms

“Tempest” by the Brothers Femme

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Halloween Haunt Classic: Frankenstein’s “Monster” Oct 31, 2024

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…? From the second year of the Halloween Haunt…. And please check back for a few more classic…aka old…Halloween treats….

He is not just a bunch of body parts. He is the original science fiction/horror creation. We delve deep into the history of the Frankenstein monster and his creator, Mary Shelley. Assemble your thoughts and put them on HalloweenHaunt.wordpress.com, where you’ll also find full shownotes.

For more on Frankenstein visit:

Wikipedia’s entry about Frankenstein and his monster

A Wikipedia article on the monster’s place in popular culture

You might be interested in a book that goes more deeply into the monster’s place in popular culture. It’s by Susan Tyler Hitchcock, and it’s called Frankenstein: A Cultural History. Here is an interesting review from The Washington Post.

Music:

Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata by Classicala

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Halloween Haunt Classic: “The Bells,” A Poem By Edgar Allan Poe Oct 31, 2024

I apologize…circumstances prevented me from doing what I had hoped this year…. Please enjoy this representation of my first dramatic reading on this program…you’ll find I’m very…dramatic…. And please check back for a few more classic…aka old…Halloween treats….

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As promised, a creepy, spooky poem from the disturbed mind of Edgar Allan Poe, author of the classic poem, “The Raven.” Please let us know what you think at halloweenhaunt.wordpress.com.

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Halloween Haunt Classic: Jack O’Lantern Oct 31, 2024

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 first year of the Haunt’s programs…. And check back for a few more classic…aka old…Halloween treats….

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Scary faces are popping up on porches everywhere! Why do we carve scary faces into vegetables? And why do we call them “Jack?”

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Top Costumes 2018 Oct 29, 2018

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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 . Hear more episodes about costumes at Costumes.TheHalloweenHaunt.com. All of the episodes are at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

The lists can also be found at the CNN website.

Music includes:

“Waltz of the Carnies,” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“The Eight Immortals” by Tony Longworth from “Going Cardboard (Original Soundtrack)”
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“The Listeners” by Walter de la Mare Oct 26, 2018

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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 poetry can be found at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Read along with the poem at New Forest Centre. Scroll down.

Music:

“Remains from the Past” by Grigor Iliev (from Soundclick.com)

“A New Morning” by Persona (from MacJams.com)

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The David Oman House in Beverly Hills, CA Oct 23, 2018

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Another haunted location, another episode not great for little ones. But hopefully great for you. Find the Haunt on Twitter at @HalloweenHaunt and on Facebook. And all of the episodes are at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Learn more about the scary house at Haunted Los Angeles, the Paranormal Witness Wiki, and the Oman House website itself.

Music:

“ElectroShock” by Sam Haynes from “Halloween 2017 – Pumpkin On Your Stereo – Electro Haunt Music – EDM Halloween Music”

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Waverly Hills Sanitorium Oct 21, 2018

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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 seem to have stuck around in the afterlife. Join our Facebook page, and on Twitter at @HalloweenHaunt. Learn about more haunted places…where else? TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Find out more about Waverly Hills from American Hauntings, Wikipedia, and the Waverly Hills website itself (yes, you , too can visit).

Music:

“Return of the Boogeyman” by Sam Haynes from “Something Wicked–Halloween and Horror Music for Halloween 2016”

“Ghost House (Haunt MIx) by Sam Haynes from “Halloween 2017 – Pumpkin On Your Stereo – Electro Haunt Music – EDM Halloween Music”

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Ambrose Bierce’s “A Cold Greeting” Oct 18, 2018

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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 Twitter at @HalloweenHaunt and on Facebook, where I confess I only have a page you can like, not “friend” me. But we can pretend, right? Hear more gothic fiction from Ambrose Bierce and more at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Read along at Legends of America.

Music:

“Remains from the Past” by Grigor Iliev (from Soundclick.com)

“The Dance of Halloween” by Sam Haynes from “Something Wicked–Halloween and Horror Music for Halloween 2016”

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Black Cats Oct 13, 2018

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Few things say Halloween like black cats, although they are delightful any time of year. Thank you, Robin, for another excellent suggestion on Facebook. I tweet at @HalloweenHaunt. Much more can be found at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Wikipedia will tell you much about the history of black cat superstition. I will tell you much about witches (with a bit about their familiars thrown in) at Witches.TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

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Classic Homemade Halloween Treats Oct 10, 2018

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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 Longfellow ruminated on the deceased? He did. My Twitter handle is @HalloweenHaunt. Find more at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Foodal has a comprehensive look at Halloween treating. Find out about peanut brittle from CandyFavorites.com. Hear past Halloween Haunt discussions about Halloween treats at Treats.TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Music:

“Moonlight Hall” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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“Haunted Houses” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Oct 07, 2018

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Did you know that Longfellow ruminated on the deceased?He did. Join the Haunt on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. Also, like the program on Facebook. Find more at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Read along with me or bring it along and recite it at a party at HWLongfellow.org.

Music:

Nocturne by Ekho

“Relent” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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Golden Age Radio Horror Oct 04, 2018

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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 on Facebook. We are on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. Find more at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Learn more about “Lights Out,” “The Witch’s Tale,” and “Suspense” from Wikipedia. Website The Art of Manliness, OTR Cat, The Nitrate Diva and The AV Club/Aux have some of their favorite spooky shows. And OTR Cat has more on classic horror drama. Did I mention “The Horror” podcast? Yes, I did.

Music:

“The Horrors” and “Mischief Night” by Sam Haynes from “Something Wicked 2 – Royalty Free Halloween and Horror Soundtrack Music Youtube Podsafe Copyright Free”

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Urban Legends Oct 02, 2018

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For Robin on Facebook, we discuss the stories which arise seemingly from nowhere. Follow us on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. “Like” our Facebook page. Everything, including all of the episodes, are at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Believe it or not, you can find more urban legends at Cosmopolitan.com. And learn more about urban legends from Wikipedia.

Music:

“Colossus” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

Bonus music:

“On Halloween” by The Taters from the album “DON’T SCREAM! Songs to Keep You Up at Night!”

Music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Promo ’18–Dark Times in the Haunt…and Everywhere Else, Too Sep 05, 2018

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Escape from the dark–in the Halloween Haunt? In a manner of speaking.

Join the Haunt on Twitter, @HalloweenHaunt, and Facebook. Find every episode produced at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

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Haunted Hollywood Oct 29, 2017

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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 Facebook. I suggest you set it to be on the top of your News Feed so you see everything. Also find out about many Halloween happenings @HalloweenHaunt on Twitter. Everything, including all of the episodes, are at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Learn more about the first and second stories from Prairieghosts.com. More on Hollywood hauntings from TimeOut Los Angeles and Curbed Los Angeles.

Find more haunted places at Haunted.TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Music:

“A New Start” by rb10c (from MacJams.com)

“Iron Horse – Distressed” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“From a Peace to an Inn Fight” by Gyügyei “Grifion” Gábor (from MacJams.com)

Music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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More Emily Dickinson Fun Oct 26, 2017

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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 TheHalloweenHaunt.com you’re helping to keep the show going. Scroll down, look to the left if you want to give. Follow the Haunt Twitter @HalloweenHaunt and Facebook (like us, too).

Read along with me with these handy Poets.org links: “I Felt a Funeral in My Brain” and “I Cannot Live with You.”

Find more poetry in the Halloween Haunt at Poetry.TheHalloweenHaunt.com

Music:

“Wounded” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Apprehension” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Descent into Madness” by Adam John Prawlocki (from MacJams.com)

Music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Tips for Safer Trick-or-Treating Oct 23, 2017

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Make sure your special night is scary for the right reasons. Join the Halloween Haunt on Facebook and Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. TheHalloweenHaunt.com has lots of creepy Halloween and Halloweenesque information. And all of the episodes of the Halloween Haunt.

NBC News, of all places, has more about trick-or-treat safety. So does the American Red Cross.

More about trick or treating at TrickorTreat.TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Music:

“Pumpkin Jack” by Sam Haynes from “Halloween 2017 – Pumpkin On Your Stereo – Electro Haunt Music – EDM Halloween Music”

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Spiritualism Oct 20, 2017

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Some people take their ghosts very seriously. And they’re not afraid. Are you? More haunting information at TheHalloweenHaunt.com, where you can also give and help keep the Haunt in cobwebs. Learn more about Halloween happenings on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, and our Facebook page as well.

Wikipedia will tell you much more about Spiritualism, as will the Encyclopedia Britannica and the Haunted Museum.

The Halloween Haunt has discussed ghosts and haunted happenings many times. Listen to some at Ghosts.TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Music:

“Dark and Deadly” by Sam Haynes from “Something Wicked–Halloween and Horror Music for Halloween 2016”

“All Hallows” by Sam Haynes from the album “Welcome to the Horror Show”

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“At Old Man Eckert’s” by Ambrose Bierce Oct 17, 2017

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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 freakfest @HalloweenHaunt. Find more stories by Bierce and more at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Classic Reader will allow you to read along, if you like.

Music:

“Remains from the Past” by Grigor Iliev (from Soundclick.com)

“Something Wicked This Way Comes” by Sam Haynes from “Something Wicked–Halloween and Horror Music for Halloween 2016”

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Dark Shadows Oct 13, 2017

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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 the left. Follow us on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, and like us on Facebook.

Wikipedia will tell you much about Dark Shadows, as will MeTV, and Tor.com.

Music:

“Shadows in the Moonlight” by Sam Haynes from “Something Wicked–Halloween and Horror Music for Halloween 2016”

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Top Halloween Candy 2017 Oct 10, 2017

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What’s your favorite? You may be surprised about others’ favorites. Join the Halloween Haunt on Facebook and on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. More Halloween treats can be found at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Look for your state on Influenster. I don’t want to spoil the results, so I’ll just tell you that I found info on the candies on Wikipedia. Mental Floss has tidbits about Kit Kat.

Find more Halloween treat information at TrickorTreat.TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Music includes:

“Nevermore” by Sam Haynes from “Something Wicked–Halloween and Horror Music for Halloween 2016”

“Tea Roots,” “Tenebrous Brothers Carnival – Act One,” and “Waltz of the Carnies,” “The Builder,” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

Music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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“Haunted” and “The Raven’s Tomb” by Walter de la Mare Oct 07, 2017

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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 TheHalloweenHaunt.com. That’s also where you can help keep the Halloween Haunt online. Find other angles of the Haunt on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt and on our Facebook page.

Read along if you’d like, “The Haunted” and “The Raven’s Tomb”. Much more poetry can be found at Public-Domain-Poetry.com.

Music:

Nocturne by Ekho

“Quinn’s Song: A New Man” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“The Pyre” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

Music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Mystery of Roanoke Island Oct 04, 2017

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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 California suggested this on the Halloween Haunt Facebook page. I give you Halloween news on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. If you would like to give to the Haunt, scroll down TheHalloweenHaunt.com and look to the left. Thank you. That’s also where you’ll find every episode.

Wikipedia has a wealth of knowledge about Roanoke Island, John White, Virginia Dare, and much more. National Geographic looks into evidence that we’ve found evidence of the colony.

Music:

“Edge of Night” by Sam Haynes from “Something Wicked–Halloween and Horror Music for Halloween 2016”

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Halloween Destinations Oct 01, 2017

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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 Halloween gifts, you’ll find the link on the left if you scroll down. Join the Haunt on Facebook and Twitter @HalloweenHaunt. Mark suggested this topic on Facebook, by the way.

Learn more about the destinations from the Travel Channel, and the Travel Channel, and Fodors, and Travel + Leisure, and EscapeHere.

Music:

“Fade to Black” by Sam Haynes from “Something Wicked–Halloween and Horror Music for Halloween 2016”

“Thrills and Chills” by Sam Haynes from “Horror and Halloween” (Find all of Sam’s currently available music here)

“Night Terrors by Sam Haynes from “Something Wicked–Halloween and Horror Music for Halloween 2016”

“Folk Round” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Together” by Tony Longworth from “Tinsel and Fire”
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“Gold Rush” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Iron Horse” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Supernatural” by Sam Haynes from “Something Wicked–Halloween and Horror Music for Halloween 2016”

Music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Disney’s Haunted Mansions Oct 29, 2016

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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 TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Make sure you like the Haunt on Facebook, and you follow us on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt and on Google+.

Learn more about Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion from the LA Times. Interesting facts about the mansions are at Ray Keim’s Haunted Dimensions and Mental_Floss. And Wikipedia will tell you all about the Haunted Mansions, the Phantom Manor in Paris, and Mystic Manor in Tokyo.

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Two from Emily Dickinson Oct 26, 2016

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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 the know with the Haunt on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, on our Facebook page, and on Google+. Hear more poems and stories perfect for the season at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Music:

“Measured Paces” by Kevin McLeod (from Incompetech.com)

“Together” by Tony Longworth from “Tinsel and Fire”
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“Hollow” by Tony Longworth from “Aberration (Original Soundtrack)”
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Haints, Boo Hags and Plat Eyes Oct 23, 2016

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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. Other creeps hang out on our Facebook page, on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, and on Google+.

Learn more about these unique beings at this site from Ketchikan, Alaska, oddly enough; and Travels with Persephone; Charleston Currents; and of course Wikipedia. Learn about haint blue from Hidden Charleston.

Music:

“Final Count,” “River Valley Breakdown” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Let the Suffering Begin”by Tony Longworth from the album “From The Outside Looking In”
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“Nerves” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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Celebrity House Haunts Oct 20, 2016

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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+. Find every single episode at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Pictures and more from Mr. Van Dyke’s house in 2010, 2011 and 2012, courtesy of Disney Travel Babble. IAmNotAStalker.com (sure) has more pictures from 2011, as does the MidnightintheGardenofEvil blog…

Music includes:

“Alchemists Tower” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Theme for an Evil Witch” by Gyügyei “Grifion” Gábor (from MacJams.com)

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“Entrance and Exit” by Algernon Blackwood Oct 17, 2016

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Another chilling story…this time from an author suggested by Amy on Facebook…. More stories at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Make sure you join us on Facebook,on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, and Google+.

Read along with me at AlgernonBlackwood.org.

Music:

“Day of Chaos,” “Colorless Aura,” and “Ghost Story” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Keep on Strolling” by Tony Longworth from “Dead In Love original soundtrack”
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“Edge of Night” by Sam Haynes from “Something Wicked–Halloween and Horror Music for Halloween 2016”

“Land of the Dead” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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The Dybbuk Oct 13, 2016

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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 episodes and more at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Learn more about the Dybbuk, the play “The Dybbuk,” and the Dybbuk Box from Wikipedia. See the 1937 film “The Dybbuk,” based on the play, on YouTube.

Music:

“Tabuk” and “Private Reflection” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“The Carrion Waltz (instrumental for English Horn)” by Adam John Prawlocki (from MacJams.com)

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Random Halloween Facts 2016 Oct 10, 2016

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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, on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt and Google+.

Find more Halloween stats from the National Retail Foundation here. The Motley Fool has a bit more. The Los Angeles Times has some California-centric information and more from 2015.

Music:

“Evil Dream” by Sam Haynes from “Horror and Halloween” (Find all of Sam’s currently available music here)

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H. P. Lovecraft’s “The Ancient Track” Oct 07, 2016

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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 Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, on Facebook, and Google+. Find more poetry and stories at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Read along with me and find much more at HPLovecraft.com

Music:

“Zombie Hoodoo” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Unnatural Situation” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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The Charlie Charlie Challenge Oct 04, 2016

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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+.

Learn about Bloody Mary at BloodyMary.TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Find out more about bobbing for apples at BobbingforApples.TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Info about the Slender Man is at SlenderMan.TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Get the history of the Ouija board at OuijaHistory.TheHalloweenHaunt.com. And hear a spine-tingling story about an encounter with the Ouija board at OuijaStory.TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Live Science will tell you more about the Charlie Charlie Challenge. Time magazine will fill in some blanks. And the Washington Post claims to have the “complete, true story” of the Charlie Charlie Challenge.

Music:

“Chased” by Sam Haynes from “Horror and Halloween” (Find all of Sam’s currently available music here)

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“The Creature from the Black Lagoon” Oct 01, 2016

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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 Halloween on our Twitter feed @HalloweenHaunt, on Facebook, and Google+. Tell us what you think and find more at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Old standby Wikipedia has a lot of information on the Creature. And IMDb has interesting trivia and credit information.

We haven’t discussed as many of the Universal monsters as I’d expected, but if you go to Universal.TheHalloweenHaunt.com you’ll find more.

Music:

“Exciting Trailer” and “Hitman” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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The Bell Witch Cave Oct 29, 2015

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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 @HalloweenHaunt , and Google+.

Learn more from the official website of the Bell Witch Cave, the Bell Witch Website (unofficial?), and PrairieGhosts.com. Wikipedia will tell you about both the Bell Witch and the Bell Witch Cave.

Music:

“Tombstone” by Twilight Productions

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Shakespeare’s Three Witches from “Macbeth” Oct 26, 2015

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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 lots of Halloween info on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, on Facebook. and Google+. And at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Read the scene for yourself here, then read the rest of the play.

Music:

“Penumbra” and “Tikopia” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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Ben Cooper Costumes Oct 23, 2015

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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 an episode there or at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Or on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, or even Google+.

Slate has a good overview of Ben Cooper’s effect on Halloween, and Wikipedia has a lot of history.

Music:

“One-Eyed Maestro,” “Amazing Plan–Distressed” and “Waltz of the Carnies” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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The Story of Interview with the Vampire Oct 20, 2015

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It reinvigorated our love of vampires, and has quite the backstory. Be socially active with us on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, on Facebook, and Google+. Find all the episodes at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Wikipedia will tell you much more about the novel, the film, and Ms. Rice herself. Trivia about the film that may be true at IMDb. Find out what Ms. Rice is up to these days at her website.

Music:

“Echoes of Time v2” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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“A Wireless Message” by Ambrose Bierce Oct 17, 2015

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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.org.

Music:

“Anxiety” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Sinister Lullaby” by Sam Haynes from “Spine Chillers–Horror music for Halloween”

“Death Comes Creeping In” by Sam Haynes from “Spine Chillers–Horror music for Halloween”

“The Gargoyle” by Sean Timms from “The Gargoyle and Other Stories: The Orchestral Music of Sean Timms”
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The Loch Ness Monster Oct 13, 2015

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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 about the monster on Wikipedia, Nova from PBS, and Nessie’s own site. The Telegraph details Google’s efforts.

Music:

“Long Note Four” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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About “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” by Washington Irving Oct 10, 2015

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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 Irving, The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent., and the story itself, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.”

Historical Digression has more about the story.

Hear more about The Headless Horseman in the Halloween Haunt.

Music:

“Duel with the Battlegod” by Gyügyei “Grifion” Gábor (from MacJams.com)

“Unnatural Situation” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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“Because I Could Not Stop for Death” by Emily Dickinson Oct 07, 2015

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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 poems and stories you want to hear at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Read along and find more poetry at Poets.org.

Music:

“Nervous” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Two Souls in the Darkness” by Tony Longworth from “Dead In Love original soundtrack”
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Irish Halloween Traditions Oct 04, 2015

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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 about Halloween in Ireland at Ireland-Information.com, IrishCentral, and GoIreland.About.com.

Music:

“Celtic Impulse” and “Folk Round” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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Haunted Institutes of Higher Learning Oct 01, 2015

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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.com.

Learn more about UGA Athens, CSU Channel Islands, Drew University, and Ohio University (the other) Athens.

Music:

“Quinn’s Song: The Dance Begins”, “Classic Horror 2”, and “Midnight Meeting” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“House of Evil” by Audionautix (audionautix.com)

“Spirit Box” by Sam Haynes from “Welcome to the Horror Show”

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The Slender Man Oct 29, 2014

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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. KnowYourMeme speculates on precursors. The Slender Man has his own wiki. The CreepyPasta wiki has a Slender Man section.

Music:

“Not as it Seems” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Slow Ticking Clock” by Kevin Macleod (freepd.com)

“Hellfire Club” by Tony Longworth from “Halloween Home Haunts (Original Soundtrack)”
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“Aftermath” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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“Dead Man’s Hate” by Robert E. Howard Oct 26, 2014

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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 for yourself (scroll down a bit).

Music:

“Shadows” by Sam Haynes from the album “Welcome to the Horror Show Music for Halloween 2013”

“Movement Proposition” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Hex (soundtrack mix)” by Sam Haynes from “Spine Chillers–Horror music for Halloween”

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Halloween in Japan Oct 23, 2014

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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 a personal view of Halloween in Japan from JapanFinds.com, another from Tofugu.com, and from TheStar.com.my

Music:

“From a Peace to an Inn Fight” by Gyügyei “Grifion” Gábor (from MacJams.com)

“Final Count” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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Gargoyles Oct 20, 2014

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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 the episodes are at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Wikipedia has much information, as does AuthenticIreland.com

Music:

“Requiem” by Roger Subirana (from SoundClick.com)

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“One Summer Night” by Ambrose Bierce Oct 16, 2014

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Don’t let the season mentioned in the title fool you; this is no beach romp. You’ll find more stories and poems at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. If you’d like more Halloween, join me on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt , Google+ and Facebook.

One note–I edited the story a bit, to remove what I felt were unflattering ethnic stereotypes.

Read the original story.

Music:

“Industrial Music Box,” “Dopplerette” and “Moonlight Hall” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Retreat Down the Long Haul” by euphoreador (from MacJams.com)

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Poltergeists Oct 13, 2014

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All this time I’ve been presenting programs and I’ve never focused on poltergeists? Luckily, Robin on Facebook reminded me. Find more information on ghosts and spirits at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. The Halloween Haunt is on Google+ and on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt.

Wikipedia explains the phenomenon. About.com has the signs of a poltergeist for you to refer to when you are in need.

Music:

“Ghost House (Fettdog remix)” by Sam Haynes from the album “Welcome to the Horror Show Music for Halloween 2013”

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The Highgate Vampire Oct 10, 2014

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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 a straight history of the cemetery.

About.com has a few of the anecdotes I decided not to share.

He is now Bishop Seán Manchester and he has a blog. At least I think he does; in fact, he seems to have several. Here is another recent one.

David Farrant is a psychic investigator and he has a website.

Music:

“Midnight Meeting” by Kevin McLeod (from Incompetech.com)

“Night Caller” and “The Other Side (remix)” by Sam Haynes from “Spine Chillers–Horror music for Halloween”

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“The Haunted Oak” by Paul Laurence Dunbar Oct 07, 2014

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Perhaps the most disturbing poem ever presented in the Halloween Haunt, it unsettles on several levels. Find more stories and poems at TheHalloweenHaunt.com. Like the Halloween Haunt on Facebook, follow me on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, and put me in a Google+ circle.

Read the poem for yourself at ThingsThatGoBoo.

Music:

“Measured Paces,” “Despair and Triumph,” and “Interloper” by Kevin McLeod (from Incompetech.com).

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The Houghton Mansion Oct 04, 2014

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By request from Brian on TheHalloweenHaunt.com: A tragic story leads to a haunting–maybe. The creepy details herein. Find more Halloween info on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, you’ll find me on Facebook and Google+ as well. Please inform us of your haunting experiences at TheHalloweenHaunt.com.

Learn more about the mansion and its tragic story on Wikipedia. The Travel Channel has an article and a video.

There is a Facebook page for the Houghton Mansion Ghost Tours.

Music:

“She Wore Black” by Garni (from MacJams.com)

“Insane” by David Chochoi (from SoundClick.com)

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Trick or Treat Time Oct 01, 2014

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We revisit a favorite topic. It could be argued that trick-or-treating is one reason Halloween is what it is today. If you scroll nearly all the way down at TheHalloweenHaunt.com you’ll find the original trick-or-treat episode, along with nearly all the existing episodes . Please put the program in one of your Google+ circles, follow me on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, and please “like” our Facebook page.

History.com goes over the…history of trick-or-treating quite nicely, as does Wikipedia.

Music:

“Sneaky Snitch” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Witching Hour” by Sam Haynes from the album “Welcome to the Horror Show”

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Annabelle the Doll Oct 29, 2013

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Our friend Zach on Facebook suggested I look into Annabelle the Doll, since I talked about Robert a few years ago. Since I started this season with a movie doll, I figured why not end with one? Except this movie doll is real. If you have any real-life horror (or just spookiness) you would like me to share with the world, there are many ways to tell me. You could make like Zach and use our Facebook page, or Twitter @HalloweenHaunt or our Google+ page. And of course HalloweenHaunt.wordpress.com, where you can find all of the episodes.

The New England Society for Psychic Research is the Warrens’ organization, with a page devoted to Annabelle. The Warrens’ Occult Museum has its own Facebook page, too.

Music:

“Witching Hour,” “All Hallows,” “Doll House,” and “Seance” by Sam Haynes from the album “Welcome to the Horror Show”
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“The City in the Sea” by Edgar Allan Poe Oct 26, 2013

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It’s not the land of Aquaman or Sub-Mariner. This city in the sea is decidedly morbid. Enjoy. Tell us your favorite Poe, and possibly find it at HalloweenHaunt.wordpress.com. Make sure you circle our Google+ page, like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt.

Read the classic for yourself at EAPoe.org.

Music:

“Nervous” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

“Relent” by Kevin Macleod (incompetech.com)

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Random Halloween Census Facts 2013 Oct 23, 2013

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Just the facts, ma’am. Well, facts and figures. The Halloween Haunt is very social. Follow us on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt, circle our Google+ page and like our Facebook page. And find all the episodes at HalloweenHaunt.wordpress.com.

See the facts for yourself here.

Music:

“Alien Seduction” by Liquid Loops (from GarageBand.com)

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The Girl at the Underpass Oct 20, 2013

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Emma on Facebook suggested we look at the classic North Carolina legend of the ghostly girl. Is it really a North Carolina legend? Tell me about your legends at HalloweenHaunt.wordpress.com. Like our Facebook page, follow us on Twitter @HalloweenHaunt and circle our Google+ page.

Read a version of the story from the NC Secretary of State’s page. Also an “investigation of actual events” And an interesting examination of the origins of the legend.

Music:

“Misery” and “Something Comes Orchestral extended version” by Six-Nail-Coffin (Adam John Prawlocki) (from MacJams.com)

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