#97 HALLOWEEN'S Spooky Origins Revealed? (2025)
Exploring the Allure and Origins of Halloween with Expert Lisa Morton.
In this episode of 'High Strangeness,' host Tony delves into the fascinating history of Halloween with award-winning author and Halloween authority Lisa Morton. The discussion covers the origins and evolution of Halloween, its cultural impacts, and how it has grown in popularity globally. Morton explains the holiday's roots in Celtic traditions and how it was co-opted by Catholicism. She also touches on the progression of Halloween traditions in the United States, including trick-or-treating and its commercialization. The conversation moves to contemporary Halloween celebrations, including regional variations and global adoption, as well as popular culture's influence through films and TV shows. They also discuss Lisa's extensive work in documenting and celebrating Halloween, her published books, and upcoming projects.
00:00 Introduction to Halloween Mysteries
01:17 Exploring Halloween's Popularity
01:35 Interview with Halloween Expert Lisa Morton
03:18 Halloween in California
07:22 Lisa Morton's Halloween Journey
20:31 Global Halloween Traditions
27:46 The Mischief of Halloween's Past
28:37 The Birth of Trick-or-Treating
29:45 Halloween's Global Influence
30:34 Regional Halloween Traditions
32:31 The Evolution of Halloween in the US
44:57 Halloween in Popular Culture
47:44 Modern Halloween Celebrations
50:56 Halloween Predictions and Future Trends
52:27 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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