Behind the Bastards It Could Happen Here Weekly 8
Nov 6, 2021
Dive into the exciting realm of college basketball and innovative betting technologies. Explore how to find joy amidst life's mundane routines and the power of mutual aid in empowering communities. Humorously dissect Halloween's evolution from a Christian lens, while uncovering the dark roots of witchcraft and how they intersect with feminism. Delve into grassroots resilience during the pandemic, and witness how right-wing activism is reshaping educational spaces—highlighting the tensions surrounding book bans and anti-LGBTQ+ sentiments.
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Anti-Halloween Sentiment
- Robert Evans recalls anti-Halloween sentiment being mainstream in the 90s, tied to the Satanic Panic.
- Garrison Davis remembers a childhood devoid of Halloween, with church-organized harvest parties replacing trick-or-treating.
Author's Credentials
- Dr. Billy Dymley, author of "Halloween, Satan's New Year," holds a theological doctorate.
- She obtained it from the Western Conservative Baptist Theological Seminary's Honolulu extension in the mid-80s.
Book's Focus
- Dymley's book, despite its title, focuses less on Halloween and more on general Christian doctrines.
- One standout chapter, "The Witch of Endor," delves into witchcraft, magic, and Satanism.