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Halloween Art and Travel Podcast

The Halloween Art & Travel Podcast has retreated to its crypt for a slumber and will awaken in September 2026.

This podcast connects creators and collectors of art that embodies the spirit of Halloween. Listeners will discover the stories and inspirations behind the artwork—and the artists—who bring Halloween to life. We’ll also hear from passionate collectors who’ve secured their dream pieces. Plus, we’ll explore Halloween-themed destinations to inspire your next spooky season adventure.

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Aug. 29, 2025

Maren Owens: Liberated by Halloween

Maren Owens of Mimi’s ole Nickel creates whimsical Halloween and Christmas characters overflowing with personality. Each sculpture speaks to her during the creative process, letting her know who they need to be. Her characters run the gamut of emotions. They can range from serene to sassy, or perhaps even grumpy. All are beautifully dressed in antiques and carefully chosen found objects. Maren draws inspiration from folklore, the Victorians, Old World Europe, and everyday people. After studying

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July 23, 2025

Season 7 Trailer

Welcome to Season 7 of the Halloween Art and Travel Podcast! I’m your host, Kristen Stafford, and I’m thrilled to kick off another season of celebrating the artists and collectors who bring Halloween magic to life. This year, I’m launching the season a little later than usual, but for a good reason. In this trailer, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes story of a new project I’ve been working on with my friend Jorene Lomenzo of Shivers of Delight. It all started with a simple text message... and to

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Oct. 31, 2024

A Witch for Every Kitchen

Grab your broom and journey to the enchanting world of Kitchen Witches to uncover their cultural significance. Join the movement to revive their popularity. This episode features insights from various creators and collectors, shedding light on their...

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Oct. 30, 2024

Marion Held: A Passionate Collector Opens Her Home

Meet Marion Held, the creator and curator of the Devil-ish Little Things Museum in Vancouver, WA. Marion shares her passion for collecting whimsical devil, Krampus, and satyr objects. Marion’s collection is brightly colored, mostly from Europe,...

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Oct. 23, 2024

Anna Allen: Keeping Appalachian Traditions Alive

Meet Anna Allen, an artist who blends traditional cornhusk craft with her Appalachian heritage. Anna creates cornhusk dolls under the name Aw Shucks Annie Dolls. Her dolls feature vibrant colors with a special focus on witches and the magic of...

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Sept. 30, 2024

Kymmburleigh Clark: Uncovering Furniture Secrets

Meet Kymmburleigh Clark, upholstery teacher, designer, and restorer of furniture. When her dogs destroyed two of her chairs, she taught herself how to restore them. This started her on the path to learning the craft of upholstery. As a co-owner of a...

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