Preserve Halloween Podcast

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses Goth Dad, Final Girl Fest, Blacklight Illusions, and so much more...Link to Final Girl FestivalLink to Preserve Halloween FestIntro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Haunted Hours by Vision VideoFind out more at https://visionvideoband.com/Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPink FinkDark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the showFacebook: www.facebook.com/PreserveHalloweenInstagram: www.instagram.com/PreserveHalloweenPHF Instagram: www.instagram.com/PreserveHalloweenFest

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses Krampus, Krampusnacht, Krampuskarten, and so much more...Link to Al Ridenour's The Krampus & the Old, Dark Roots of ChristmasLink to Linda Raedisch's The Old Magic of ChristmasIntro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the showFacebook: www.facebook.com/PreserveHalloweenInstagram: www.instagram.com/PreserveHalloweenPHF Instagram: www.instagram.com/PreserveHalloweenFest

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the rumor of the return of the McDonald's Pumpkin Pails, reasons why this may be bad, what he thinks caused the resurgence, huge thanks to Nightmare Nostalgia (I'm so sorry for the memory loss on the name), and so much more...Link to the original source: Nightmare NostalgiaLink to Preserve Halloween Fest 2022Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the crunch time panic of September, why October is so great, why the Preserve Halloween Festival is in November, and so much more...Link to Preserve Halloween Fest 2022Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the incomplete history of the Spider-Man Ben Cooper costume, who actually created the iconic Marvel character, the importance of John Cimino's research, and so much more...Link to John's Article: https://hero-envy.blogspot.com/2012/10/1963-ben-cooper-spider-man-halloween.htmlLink to Preserve Halloween Fest 2022Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpThe Enthusiasm ProjectDeep dives exploring the world of what it means to be an independent creator.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the musical mastery of the Monster Mash, Leon Russell, The Blossoms, and so much more...Link to Joe Bob's Jamboree : Memphis, TN : July 8-10, 2022Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses Peter Robbins (the original voice of Charlie Brown), his death, mental health/illness, and so much more...National Suicide Prevention Lifeline : 1-800-273-8255We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.Crisis Text Line : text TALK or HELLO to 741741This is a free and confidential health hotline open 24 hours a day. After texting to the hotline, you receive an automated text asking about your crisis. Your response helps them find the best counselor for you, and they connect you to them within minutes. The Crisis Text Line is a good resource anytime you feel distressed, out of control, or depressed.Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, rambles about 2021, the crazy prices of trading cards, his Halloween plans for 2022, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the aftermath of the inaugural Preserve Halloween Festival, Yule history and traditions, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses his trip to Texas and the Beware! of the Square event in Celina, why did Halloween get here so quickly this year, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpOutro Song: My daughter NIMH singing It's HalloweenPreserve Halloween Festival is coming up on November 19-21 in Irving, TX at the Irving Convention Center : www.preservehalloweenfest.comPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the best, worst, and his favorite Halloween candy (spoiler alert - it's Snickers), and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPreserve Halloween Festival is coming up on November 19-21 in Irving, TX at the Irving Convention Center : www.preservehalloweenfest.comI'll be at the Celina, TX Beware of the Square Celebration on October 23rd. Come out and say hello and grab some candy : https://www.lifeincelinatx.com/bewarePink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses / rambles about what's going on so far in October, listens to one of his favorite people explain the history of Halloween in his own words, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPreserve Halloween Festival is coming up on November 19-21 in Irving, TX at the Irving Convention Center : www.preservehalloweenfest.comI'll be at the Celina, TX Beware of the Square Celebration on October 23rd. Come out and say hello and grab some candy : https://www.lifeincelinatx.com/bewarePink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses Elvira, Ricou Browning, the autumnal equinox, the Salem Witch Trials, rambles on about the USPS, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPreserve Halloween Festival is coming up on November 19-21 in Irving, TX at the Irving Convention Center : www.preservehalloweenfest.comCheer up the Universal Monsters icon from Creature from the Black LagoonRicou Browning5221 SW 196 LaneSouthwest Ranches, FL 33332Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses a few books, rambles on and on like always, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPreserve Halloween Festival is coming up on November 19-21 in Irving, TX at the Irving Convention Center : www.preservehalloweenfest.comBooks Mentioned:Black Cats and Evil Eyes by Chloe RhodesAn Old School Halloween by Jason YoungThe Halloween Moon by Joseph Fink Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses his latest Halloween shopping spree, Spirit Halloween (again), why he loves Texas, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPreserve Halloween Festival is coming up on November 19-21 in Irving, TX at the Irving Convention Center : www.preservehalloweenfest.comPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses his vintage ad purchase, Spirit Halloween, rambles (again) for a while, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPreserve Halloween Festival is coming up on November 19-21 in Irving, TX at the Irving Convention Center : www.preservehalloweenfest.comPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses imposter syndrome, what he has been up to, rambles for a while, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPreserve Halloween Festival is coming up on November 19-21 in Irving, TX at the Irving Convention Center : www.preservehalloweenfest.comPink FinkDark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses Union Products, Cado Products, Donald Featherstone, blow molds, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the book Timeless Halloween Collectibles by Claire M. Lavin, the inefficiency of printed price guides, the true value of Halloween collectibles, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpTimeless Halloween Collectibles by Claire M. LavinPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the Preserve Halloween Festival, all the guests attending (except Lisa Morton - I'M SO SORRY!), the Framingham History Center's Dennison Zoom presentation, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpFramingham History Center Dennison presentationwww.preservehalloweenfest.comPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the colors of Halloween, why and when neon green was introduced, collecting mentalities, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpAn excerpt from Intuition Green by Suzanne Vega is played at the end of the episode. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the best towns for Halloween in the United States, the pros and cons, the newly announced Preserve Halloween Festival, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpNIMH - It's Halloween is played at the end of the episode. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses his latest insane purchase spree, Walpurgis Night, the newly announced Preserve Halloween Festival, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpAn excerpt from Siouxsie and the Banshees - Halloween is played at the end of the episode. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses Easter kind of, visiting Texas, the wonderful bat bridge in Austin, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpNIMH Hallows - Werewolf is played at the end of the episode. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses what makes a Halloween movie, what doesn't make a Halloween movie, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpAn excerpt of the commercial from Halloween III - Season of the Witch is played at the end of the episode. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses what makes a Halloween song, what doesn't make a Halloween song, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpAn excerpt of Wade Denning & Kay Lande - Halloween Macabre is played at the end of the episode. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the Misfits, their single Halloween, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpAn excerpt of the instrumental version of Misfits - Halloween is played at the end of the episode. Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the origins of Parentalia, the final day called Feralia, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpAn excerpt of God Loves the Dead by Ancient is played at the end of the episode. Thank you to Britannica.com, HistoryandArchaeologyOnline.com, LearnReligions.com, and Wikipedia for all the great research and info. Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the origins of Lupercalia, how it may or may not be tied to Valentine's Day, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpAn excerpt of Lupercalia by Faun is played at the end of the episode. Thank you to History.com, Britannica.com, ThoughtCo.com, MentalFloss.com, Time.com, CNN.com, LearnReligions.com, and Wikipedia for all the great research and info. Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the holiday of Imbolc, which is also known as Candlemas, Imbolg, (Saint) Brigid's Day, and so much more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpAn excerpt of Imbolc by Salduie is played at the end of the episode. Thank you to WitchesoftheCraft.com, Wicca.com, LearnReligions.com, EarthWitchery.com, Witchology.com, and Wikipedia for all the great research and info. Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the Halloween & Party Expo slash HauntCon Virtual Event, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the year that was 2020, what lies ahead for 2021, his love for The Houses October Built, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpAn excerpt of Siren Whore by Mark Binder plays at the end of the podcast. Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/1031365)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the history of La Befana, "The Christmas Witch", her origins, relations to Santa Claus, the Epiphany, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpExcerpt of La Befana Vien Di Notte by Lucilla & La Brigata Canterina plays at the end of the podcast. Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, continues the holiday discussion of ghost stories: focusing this episode on Charles Dickens, his role as the Christmas ghost story champion, his conflicting personal beliefs, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpThe podcast mentioned in this episode: Shadows at the DoorPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, continues the holiday discussion of ghost stories: focusing this episode on M.R. James, his role as the best ghost-story writer England has ever produced, his weird fiction, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpThe M.R. James podcast mentioned in this episode: A Podcast to the CuriousPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, continues the holiday discussion of ghost stories: focusing this episode on H.R. Wakefield, his assuming the mantle of the ghost story, his odd behavior near the end of his life, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpThe wonderful collection of ghost story books mentioned on the podcast can be found here: Seth's Christmas Ghost StoriesThanks to Scary For Kids, Wikipedia, and Ghost Cities for the great info. Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, continues the holiday discussion of ghost stories: focusing this episode on E.F. Benson, his ties with The Twilight Zone, H.P. Lovecraft, Oingo Boingo, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpAn excerpt from Dead Man's Party by Oingo Boingo plays at the end of the podcast.Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses ghost stories: their ties to Christmas, their historical significance, how Charles Dickens changed the game, A.M. Burrage, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpAn excerpt from It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (Andy Williams cover) by First to Eleven plays at the end of the podcast. For more on them, check out their site: http://www.firsttoeleven.comThanks to Smithsonian Magazine, Wikipedia, and All Hallows Geek for the great info.Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses Ben Cooper, Inc.: the brothers who changed Halloween costuming, their historical significance, their ultimate downfall, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpAn excerpt from the documentary, Halloween in a Box, plays at the end of the episode.Retro Fan Issue #2 was mentioned, published by TwoMorrows Publishing.Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, interviews Sarah Frey about her new book, The Growing Season, the importance of role models, being the Pumpkin Queen of Halloween, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpBuy Sarah's book, "The Growing Season" on AmazonAn excerpt from Mildred Bailey - Small Fry (1938) played at the end of the episode.Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the Gunpowder Plot, Guy Fawkes, and Elizabeth Krebs: their relationships to each other and Halloween, their historical significance, Halloween in England, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpRuss Morgan and His Orchestra - Sunflower (1949) played at the end of the episode.Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses McDonald's Halloween Happy Meal pails: their history, the variations, years of release, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpThanks to Ernie Smith at Tedium, Alyse Wax at Dread Central, the folks behind the Kids Meal Wiki, Syd Lexia, McDonald’s archivist Mike Bullington, and the folks at East Coast Pyratz Apparel, among all the other fans of McDonald’s classic Halloween Happy Meal pails, for the wonderful information you shared online. Audio from McDonald's Halloween Happy Meal commercials played at the end of the episode.Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses Anoka, MN: their claim as the Halloween Capital of the World, the reason behind Halloween parades, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpOrder the Anoka Halloween 100th Anniversary Book here:https://anokahalloween.com/halloween-2020/Hush, Hush, Hush, Here Comes The Bogey Man by Henry Hall and His Orchestra (1932) played at the end of the episode.Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses candy corn: the history, its production, and the somewhat inexplicable popularity (or disdain) of the candy. Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpBooks mentioned:Past the Glad and Sunlit Season: Poems for Halloween by K. A. Oppermanhttps://www.jackanapespress.com/product/past-the-glad-and-sunlit-seasonHer Infernal Name & Other Nightmares by Robert P. Ottonehttps://www.amazon.com/Her-Infernal-Name-Other-Nightmares/dp/1734044535/We Bleed Orange & Black – 31 Fun-sized Tales for Halloween by Jeff C. Carterhttps://www.amazon.com/Bleed-Orange-Black-Fun-sized-Halloween/dp/B08FP25HZ4/Pink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses the monster craze: shock theater, horror hosts, television's impact, monster music and Halloween, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpExcerpt from Johnny Fuller - Monster House (1958) and Jumpin' Gene Simmons - Monster House (1964) played at the end of the episode.Pink FinkDark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses pumpkins: the drunk history of jack-o-lantern, fruits and squash, Washington Irving, PSL, planting tips, production, and more...Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpPink Fink Dark analog funk straight from the horror boogie overlords and the depths of the underworld itself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)

Just an introduction to what we have planned with the Preserve Halloween Podcast. Host Gregory Hallows, founder of the Halloween Preservation Society, discusses his plans to bring you podcasts on all things Halloween: Samhain, costume history, fun facts about candy, interviews, and so much more. Intro Music: Excerpt from Pink Fink - Fear the Night (approved by artist)Find more at https://pinkfink.bandcamp.com/Outro Music: Excerpt from Satin Danger by Kevin MacLeodFind more at https://freepd.com/horror.phpSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/preservehalloween)