Holidays After Dark

In this episode, Kristin chats with writer, editor, publisher, and Youtuber Theresa Halvorsen about what inspires her creatively, her love of holidays, what motivated her to write a Christmas novel, and so much more! Let's kick off Christmas in July 2026! Check out Theresa's website here . Check out Semi-Sages of the Pages here . Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com....

In this episode, Kristin shares all the things she loves, and a few of the things she doesn't, about the summer season. 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&...

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...

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 T...

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! Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram: @holidayspodcast  Like on Facebook: Holidays After Dark  Buy Temporal Travels...

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.

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/Temporal...

In this episode, Kristin discusses her upcoming trip to Wondercon in LA and celebrates Saint Patrick's Day by revealing the terrifying vampire Irish legend of the Dearg Due. 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.e...

In this episode, Kristin interviews her close personal friend and sponsor of Holidays After Dark, David Wu of Temporal Travels Inc, all about his love of Dungeons and Dragons, his impressive list of D&D handmade creations available for purchase, and his feelings on holidays and how to incorporate them into your game play. Buy Temporal Travels Dungeons and Dragons products here: https://www.ets...

In this episode, Kristin celebrates her 100th episode of Holidays After Dark by reflecting on the journey so far and sharing some delightful messages from her fellow holidays podcasters. The Lunar New Year and upcoming Year of the Horse are also discussed. Podcasts mentioned in the episode: Closer to Christmas Sounds of Christmas Totally Rad Christmas The Rose Suchak Ladder Podcast Holly Jolly X&#...

In this episode, Kristin recaps her journey to season five of the show, explores the history of the Pagan holiday Imbolc, and recounts a personal Valentine's Day story that many can probably relate to. Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram: @holidayspodcast  Like on Facebook: Holidays After Dark  Shop Temporal Travels here: https://www.et...

In this first ever unscripted (not an interview) episode, Kristin talks about her feelings about the podcast over the past year and what it is going to look like moving forward. She also shares her favorite Christmas things for 2025 and also the things she was obsessed with all year long. Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fourthwall.com/ and https://www.etsy.com/shop/HolidaysAfterDark...

In this episode, Kristin explores the history of the often emotion-evoking tradition of White Elephant gift exchanges at Christmas time and some of the controversial items they've included. Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fourthwall.com/ and https://www.etsy.com/shop/HolidaysAfterDark Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram:...

In this episode, CJ from the Rose Suchak Ladder Podcast and Gerry D. from Totally Rad Christmas join Kristin and debate their naughty and nice lists for the holiday season! Listen to Rose Suchak Ladder here . Listen to Totally Rad Chistmas here . Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fourthwall.com/ and https://www.etsy.com/shop/HolidaysAfterDark Email your holiday stories to kristin@holi...

In this episode, Kristin interviews Brian Herald, who is the co-host of the wildly successful Deck the Hallmark Podcast! They discuss Brian's feelings about holidays, how he got into the world of Hallmark podcasting, and how their new novel "Oh, Christmas Tree" came to be. Listen to Deck the Hallmark and buy their new book here . Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fourthw...

In this episode, Kristin recaps her recent Halloween-filled trip to Los Angeles and reviews Taylor Momsen's new Christmas album "Pretty Reckless Christmas". Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fourthwall.com/ and https://www.etsy.com/shop/HolidaysAfterDark Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram: @holidayspodcast  Like...

In this episode, Kristin shares some of her favorite Halloween tricks and treats, including movies, snacks, and more! Click here for the pumpkin muffin recipe! Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fourthwall.com/ and https://www.etsy.com/shop/HolidaysAfterDark Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram: @holidayspodcast  Like on Facebook...

In this episode, Kristin chats with her friend, fellow Digital Forensics Examiner, and podcast host Farand Wasiak all about his passion for Halloween and Christmas, his international spooky travels, and unveils a ghostly encounter that Farand had while living at Forstmann Castle. Check out Farand on the IACIS podcast here ! Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark shop.fourthwall.com/ and https:/...

In this Halloween episode, Holidays After Dark examines the career of Director, Producer, Writer, and Artist Tim Burton. Some of his notable films and accomplishments are also discussed. Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fourthwall.com/ and https://www.etsy.com/shop/HolidaysAfterDark Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram: @holida...

In this episode, Holidays After Dark continues the Halloween celebrations and explores the history of the horror movie genre. Kristin also unravels the effects that these fear-inducing films have had on popular culture. Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fourthwall.com/ and https://www.etsy.com/shop/HolidaysAfterDark Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com.  Follow...

In this episode, Author, Film Critic, and Podcaster Alonso Duralde returns to the show once again to discuss his upcoming book "Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas: Revised and Updated Edition". Kristin and Alonso also play a fun game of Christmas Would You Rather. Buy the “Have Yourself A Movie Little Christmas: Updated and Revised” book here ! Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fo...

In this episode, Holidays After Dark uncovers the history behind Halloween costume masks. The origins of Michael Myers' mask in the iconic Halloween movie franchise is also discussed. Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fourthwall.com/ and https://www.etsy.com/shop/HolidaysAfterDark Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdark.com.  Follow on Twitter and Instagram: @holid...

In this episode, Holidays After Dark explores the Victorian tradition of telling ghost stories during Christmas time and uncovers how books like A Christmas Carol helped the practice seep into popular culture all throughout the world. Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fourthwall.com/ and https://www.etsy.com/shop/HolidaysAfterDark Email your holiday stories to kristin@holidaysafterdar...

In this episode, Kristin chats with Joe Fulton, who is the creator of the Christmas Aficionado Youtube Channel and The Christmas Summit Podcast, all about his holiday-loving origin story, his fascinating journey through content creation, and so much more! Watch the Christmas Aficionado here. Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fourthwall.com/ and https://www.etsy.com/shop/HolidaysAfterD...

In this episode, Holidays After Dark will discuss how a newer holiday, Summerween, rivals Christmas in July for the most passionate out-of-season celebration! The origins of Summerween are discussed, followed by an exploration of how countries around the world recognize Christmas in the middle of summer. Buy some merch: https://holidaysafterdark-shop.fourthwall.com/ and https://www.etsy.com/shop/H...