Witches and Donuts: A History of Hysteria and Holey Foods

Witches and Donuts: A History of Hysteria and Holey Foods

In this episode, Holidays After Dark pays respects to the first victim of the Salem Witch Trials, Bridget Bishop, who was executed in June of 1692. The history of National Donut Day and why Massachusetts is so obsessed with the sweet treat are also discussed. Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram: @holidayspodcast  Like on Facebook: Holidays After Dark  Buy Temporal Travels Dungeons and Dragons products here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TemporalTravels?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1520054429&from_page=listing [https://www.etsy.com/shop/TemporalTravels?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1520054429&from_page=listing] This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/holidaysafterdark [https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&transaction_id=102f3526738c43862210de76699734&utm_source=affiliate&utm_campaign=123&utm_medium=Desktop&utm_content=&utm_term=holidaysafterdark¬_found=1&gor=start].   Special thanks to Night Owl Productions for producing and editing the podcast! Thank you to Pete Byrnes for composing the theme song!

Prom 2026: Have a Killer Time!

In this episode, Kristin explores the origins of the High School Prom and investigates an infamous Prom Night massacre that led to the delayed prosecution of Jeff Pelley, who proved he was willing to kill in order to attend the coveted dance. Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram: @holidayspodcast  Like on Facebook: Holidays After Dark  Buy Temporal Travels Dungeons and Dragons products here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TemporalTravels?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1520054429&from_page=listing [https://www.etsy.com/shop/TemporalTravels?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1520054429&from_page=listing] This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/holidaysafterdark [https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&transaction_id=102f3526738c43862210de76699734&utm_source=affiliate&utm_campaign=123&utm_medium=Desktop&utm_content=&utm_term=holidaysafterdark¬_found=1&gor=start].   Special thanks to Night Owl Productions for producing and editing the podcast! Thank you to Pete Byrnes for composing the theme song!

Podcasting with a Purpose: An Interview with Daniel Thompson

In this episode, Kristin chats with Dan from her all-time favorite podcast, Deck the Hallmark, about all things holidays, St. Louis, keeping a meaningful purpose in your life, and so much more! Check out Deck the Hallmark here! [https://deckthehallmark.com/] Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram: @holidayspodcast  Like on Facebook: Holidays After Dark  Buy Temporal Travels Dungeons and Dragons products here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TemporalTravels?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1520054429&from_page=listing [https://www.etsy.com/shop/TemporalTravels?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1520054429&from_page=listing] This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/holidaysafterdark [https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&transaction_id=102f3526738c43862210de76699734&utm_source=affiliate&utm_campaign=123&utm_medium=Desktop&utm_content=&utm_term=holidaysafterdark¬_found=1&gor=start].   Special thanks to Night Owl Productions for producing and editing the podcast! Thank you to Pete Byrnes for composing the theme song!

Wondrous Wondercon Adventures 2026

In this catch up episode, Kristin tells all about her recent trip to LA and what it was like to go behind the scenes of a convention and help sponsor of the show, Temporal Travels, sell his D&D merch.

Easter 2026: A Sunday Massacre

In this episode, Kristin explores Norway's fascination with true crime during their Easter holiday and investigates the infamous Easter Sunday Massacre. Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram: @holidayspodcast  Like on Facebook: Holidays After Dark  Buy Temporal Travels Dungeons and Dragons products here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TemporalTravels?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1520054429&from_page=listing [https://www.etsy.com/shop/TemporalTravels?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1520054429&from_page=listing] This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/holidaysafterdark [https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&transaction_id=102f3526738c43862210de76699734&utm_source=affiliate&utm_campaign=123&utm_medium=Desktop&utm_content=&utm_term=holidaysafterdark¬_found=1&gor=start].   Special thanks to Night Owl Productions for producing and editing the podcast! Thank you to Pete Byrnes for composing the theme song!