8 Family-Friendly Podcasts to Celebrate Halloween
Some kids can’t get enough of ghosts, ghouls, and other scary creatures that lurk in the dark. And Halloween is the perfect time to celebrate all things spooky.
In these last two weeks leading up to Halloween, celebrate the last days of the spooky season with some Halloween podcasts.
A few of the podcasts on this list are directly related to Halloween, while others err more on the side of scary, creepy, or supernatural.
All of these podcasts are generally family friendly but remember: no one knows their kids and what level of scares they can handle better than you.
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Unspookable
If your family can’t get enough of myths and urban legends, Unspookable is for you.
Every week, host Elise Parisian looks into the history, psychology, and power dynamics behind scary stories you’ve probably heard of. Recent episodes dove into Furbies, the Boogeyman, and Friday the 13th.
Halloween Art and Travel
Some people love Halloween but don’t want to listen to scary stories to celebrate. To focus more on the artistic side of Halloween, check out Halloween Art and Travel.
Episodes profile artists creating some of the best Halloween art there is and exploring Halloween-centric destinations. Add some stops to your travel bucket list and find a new favorite artist.
Anything Ghost
The spookiest stories are ones that happen in the real world. The host of Anything Ghost show, Lex Whal, reads listener-submitted personal paranormal experiences and local ghost stories with added music and effects to bring the experience to the next level.
Snap Judgment Presents: Spooked
Another recommendation for fans of real-life scary stories. Spooked is a podcast that tells true-life supernatural stories, told first-hand by the people who experienced them. New episodes drop weekly, so you’ll never have a shortage of scary stories.
Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest
Airing on The Kids Podcast Network, Grimm, Grimmer, and Grimmest is a spooky twist on classic fairy tales. Children’s book author Adam Gidwitz recites the spooky tales, and labels them on level of fear: grim if you want just a hint of spooky, grimmer if you’re looking for fear, and grimmest if you’re dying for an all-out scare. Episodes range between 30 to 40 minutes and are the perfect way to get some spooky bonding time in.
Camp Monsters
Calling all non-believers! If your little one thinks he or she is too old for monsters, this podcast may make them think again. Produced by outdoor sports company R.E.I., this weekly series tells chilling stories of wildlife encounters. It provides a family-friendly nostalgic field, as the crew sits around the campfire and tells scary stories. With no profanity or graphic descriptions, this is perfect for your tween.
Lore
If you’re looking for a spooky but informative podcast, Lore is your go-to. It explores the legends behind popular folklore and quotes, classics like ‘An Apple A Day’ or ‘If Walls Could Talk.’ The episodes are written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, and deeply researched by various staff. This podcast is a great age-appropriate way to get into the Halloween spirit, while also getting a history lesson. It is truly a trick and a treat!
Scary Stories For Creepy Kids
Last but not least, we have scary stories by kids for kids. This age-appropriate show is hosted by a family, including an eight-year-old and a ten-year-old, and tells scary stories that are short with a hint of silly. If you’re looking for the perfect Halloween bedtime story that is just the right amount of scary but will also leave room for a bit of laughter, this is the one!
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