#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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