Halloween Nation

Have you ever cut eyeholes into your mother's good sheets? Can you watch entire horror movies through the gap between your fingers? Do you put out your jack-o'-lanterns in August? Have you worked out which member of your friend group is the Winnifred? If so, you belong in the Halloween Nation, where we not only understand your spooky obsession but also celebrate it! In this year-round Halloween podcast, we cover all aspects of our beloved dark holiday. Join us for eerie history, scary movie reviews, stories of ghost encounters, creepy guests, crafts, creatures, haunts, and anything else that might trick your treat. (The Halloween Nation Podcast is unaffiliated with the book of the same name.)

Episode 50 - Festival of Phantoms 2025

It's All Hallows Eve, and that means phantasmal forces roam the streets tonight. We're not talking Trick or Treaters. Join this years cast of story tellers and paranormal witnesses as we gather the spirits and celebrate the dark holiday. It's our tradition to tell ghost stories by lantern light, and you are invited.

10-31
26:58

Episode 49 - Trick or Treat Squad

dump out your pillow cases and sort your candy for trading. It's time to join the Trick or Treat Squad. Really it's just three grown men remembering the good ol' days of Halloween and talking about spooky stuff, but what a fun way to spend the evening.

10-28
32:53

Episode 48 - Sleepy Hollow and the Headless Horseman

Oh yes! Washington Irving's classic American folk tale that has shaped much of the spooky landscape that we know and love today. Join Joshua and guest host Alex as they explore the history and impact of the first, great, American ghost story. Watch out, or you might lose your head.

10-23
47:29

Episode 47 - Haunted Schools

What is that energy that is lingering in the auditorium? Who else is walking the hallways? What is watching you from the shadows of the library? This episode we explore haunted schools from around the world. When the final bell rings, the spooky party is just beginning.

10-11
52:26

Episode 46 - The Warrens and the Conjuring

We LOVE The Conjuring movies and the extended universe they brought. There is magic and paranormal out there in this world, and we are going to explore it all from Annabelle to The Nun. These moves are great, spooky, Halloween fun. Famouse Demonologist couple Ed and Lorraine Warren..... maybe we're not so crazy about. If you want to know why, you'll have to check out the episode.

09-21
01:02:22

Episode 45 - Camping and Ghost Stories

We forget how dark and deep and honestly scary the night can be, and this is never more true than when we are camping in the woods. Join us as we build a fire to hold back the darkness, and we show you how much scarier the woods can be as we participate in the ancient ritual of telling ghost stories.

08-07
41:15

Episode 44 - Unhallowed Confessions Influencer Edition

Happy Friday the 13th. In this special episode we have calaborated with popular Halloween Influencers from Instagram for a session of Unhallowed Confessions. Laugh along with us as we find out their not-so-secret shames. Also, hear about how to enter our first ever Halloween Nation Giveaway. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "agnus dei x" "hall of the mountain king" "ghost dance" "ghostpocalypse"

06-13
44:20

Episode 43 - Young Frankenstein Review

Have you seen this classic 1974 Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder film? While not technically about Halloween, it is definitely a Halloween coded comedy and a beloved spooky season tradition for may denizens of the dark. In this episode we tell stories from when this Frankenstein spoof was being filmed. Come laugh with us.

05-07
44:23

Episode 42 - Costumes Halloween History

Have you ever wondered why we wear costumes for Halloween? How did it get started? What were early costumes like? How have they changed? Take a trip with Joshua and Leah through the decades of Halloween's funnest custome of costumes. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Folk Round", "Distant Tension", "Waltz of Treachery", "Music to Delight", "Sock Hop", "Stringed Disco", "Overcast", "Rock Hybrid", "Highlight Reel", "Magic Escape Room"

03-28
48:13

Episode 41 - Zombie Attack

Denizens of the Dark! Do you have what it takes to survive a zombie apocalypse? Don't worry. This episode your Lantern Bearers will guide you through the sea of undead. We cover the history, fighting methods, suvival and society buildng you will need to see the full moon rising over another Halloween.

02-27
01:39:17

Episode 40 - Creepy Christmas Vol. 3

Happy Holidays with a generous helping of spooky spice, dear Denizens! As in years past, we bring to you the spooky side of the jolly holidays. This year we present to you the story and history of Hans Trap the Christmas Canabal Scarecrow, as told in yes.... a delightful Pumpkin Vine Theaters. Grab the popcorn and turn off the lights.

12-25
31:58

Episode 39 - Redemption Friday the 13th Special

Welcome to our Friday the 13th Bonus Episode. We can tell you that as Podcasters, there is always going to be episodes you look back on and you have some regrets. Well, lets give the stage to Leah as she seeks some redemption for out Holiday Made for TV Movie episode. If you enjoyed that, you will love this one as well.

12-13
48:14

Episode 38 - Festival of Phantoms 2024

Happy Halloween, all ye Denizens of the Dark. Please stay safe while enjoying your spookiest night of the year! 

10-31
54:14

Episode 37 - Over the Garden Wall Review

If you are looking for something charming to watch this autumn, look no further. Over the Garden Wall is an artistic treasure that should be seen by all. Take a step into the unknown with me as I review this holiday cult classic. Grab your traveling cape and your lantern, and we will walk these woods together.

10-25
34:27

Episode 36 - 10 Movie Lead Up to Halloween

Ricky is back with a list of the best moves to watch throughout the month, leading up to The spookiest of nights. These 10 movies are chosen specifically to get you in the mood. Grab your popcorn and blanket, turn off the lights, and get ready to be Halloweenified, dear Denizens!!!

10-05
54:20

Episode 35 - Halloween Traditions Quick Facts

Feeling more Halloweeny than usual, so for this Friday the 13th episode we are reviewing the origins and other fun facts about some of our beloved Halloween icons and traditions. Join us for this whirlwind of fast past facts.

09-13
38:11

Episode 34 - Review Elvira Mistress of the Dark

In a previous episode we talked about the legendary Queen, now we review the cult classic movie that made her a house hold name. Join us as we discuss everything that made this 1980's film both magic, and tragic. We also talk about the failed Elvira TV Pilot and put our wishes out into the universe, for the future of our spooky Mistress. Instagram: halloween.nation Facebook: Halloween Nation Pod Email: halloween.nation@gmail.com Website: rocktopusnetwork.com/halloweennation Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "The Path of the Goblin King v2" "Ghostpocalypse - 8 Epilog" "The Snow Queen" "Magic Escape Room" "Shaving Mirror" "Divertissement" "Dark Hallway" "Graveyard Shift"

08-15
45:25

Episode 33 - Coastal Ghosts and Lighthouse Hauntings

A popular vacation destination is always a beach or another shoreline of the ocean. However did you know that your tranquil retreat could also be a popular spot for ghosts, curses, and all other kinds of nautical mysteries? In this episode, Joshua and Leah explore the paranormal side of this mystical barrier between the land and the sea.   Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "The Path of the Goblin King v2" "Spring Thaw" "Strength of the Titans" "Past the Edge" "Echoes of Time" "Evening Fall - Harp" "Fantastic Dim Bar" "Shores of Avalon" "Dark Dance" "March of the Mind" "Long Note Two" "Graveyard Shift"

06-30
01:12:46

Episode 32 - Halloween Episode Golden Girls Review

Are you a fan of rattan furniture? Do you eat cheesecake out on the lanai? Join Joshua and Leah as they review the Halloween Episode of everyone's favorate princesses of the twilight years, the Golden Girls. Season 4 episode "Thank Boo for Being a Friend". Just please keep in mind that this episode of Halloween Nation Podcast is being released on April 1st (wink, wink).

04-01
46:35

Episode 31 - Elvira: Mistress and Queen

Join Joshua and Leah as they discuss the history of Cassandra Peterson AKA Elvira, Mistress of the Dark. Find out what goes into creating a Halloween icon and a Queen of this dak holiday. Are you a fan of the Hostess with the Mostest? We hope so, because this entertainer has a lot more heart than you might realize.

03-17
37:56

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