Halloween is the rare moment when we collectively embrace the morbid, the mysterious, and the delightfully spooky. You don't have to love the macabre to get into the spirit — sometimes, a bowl of candy corn and a good podcast will do the trick.

We've gone digging through the podcast archives and have a goodie bag of episodes that cover all your seasonal needs: deep dives into history, thoughtful analysis of horror films, and a practical guide to making the ultimate cozy fall soup.

Every week on NPR's Pod Club newsletter we share roundups like this one, with the best episodes from across the NPR network. FYI, we have a newsletter coming up that features longer listens — aka perfect company for all your upcoming holiday travel. Join the Pod Club here!

Now for our spookiest podcast recs…

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