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Paranormal expert Lisa Morton discusses the history and evolution of Halloween, including the origins of trick or treating and its transformation into a spooky celebration. Odette Welling, VP of merchandising for Party City, shares insights on this year's top costume trends, highlighting the growing enthusiasm for Halloween in America. The podcast explores the trend of adults embracing Halloween, popular costume trends, and the logistics and excitement of Halloween celebrations. Party City is mentioned as a source for costumes and Lisa Morton's works on Halloween and zombie movies.

In this podcast, they discuss American troops getting injured in the Middle East conflict, the passionate descriptions given by Israel and Palestinian representatives at the UN emergency session. The ongoing search for a gunman in Maine and a newly emerged Democratic candidate challenging President Biden in the primaries. Furthermore, they talk about the start of the World Series and a poll revealing delightful, unexpected moments in a day.

The news to know for Thursday, October 26, 2023! Unfortunately, we have to tell you about a mass shooting in the U.S. that impacted more than one location. At last check, the manhunt for the gunman was still underway. Also, we're talking about the latest fighting in the Middle East as world leaders clash over how to respond. And we'll introduce you to the new speaker of the House and tell you what lawmakers are working on now that they've finally elected a leader. Plus, what's included in a breakthrough deal to get thousands of striking auto workers back on the job, which popular subscriptions are starting to cost more, and how there has been a boom in sleep tourism. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.BetterHelp.com/NEWSWORTHY This episode was also sponsored by Lume Deodorant. Go to https://www.LumeDeodorant.com (Listen for the discount code) To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

The news to know for Wednesday, October 25, 2023! We're telling you about a tense meeting at the United Nations that has the Israeli ambassador calling on the UN secretary-general to resign. And a woman snatched from her home and held hostage by Hamas spoke about her experience publicly. Also, prosecutors building cases against former President Trump are getting help from more of his ex-lawyers. Plus, more than 40 states are suing the company behind Facebook and Instagram, there's new data about Americans taking sick days off, and movies are being delayed. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.BetterHelp.com/NEWSWORTHY This episode was also sponsored by Lume Deodorant. Go to https://www.LumeDeodorant.com (Listen for the discount code) To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

The news to know for Tuesday, October 24, 2023! We're telling you about a warning the U.S. has for militias in the Middle East who are apparently ready to ramp up attacks against American troops. Also, the first significant snowstorm of the season is moving across the country. And we have details about a mega-merger in the oil industry, the second one just this month. Plus, plans for dozens of new tech hubs, new rules for this year's NBA season, and ever think dating should be a team sport? If so, one popular app wants you to get your friends and family involved. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.BetterHelp.com/NEWSWORTHY This episode was also sponsored by Lume Deodorant. Go to https://www.LumeDeodorant.com (Listen for the discount code) To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

The news to know for Monday, October 23, 2023! We'll update you on the war in the Middle East: how the conflict appears to be spreading, new efforts to get aid into Gaza, and what we know about the first hostages freed. Also, a one-time nominee to lead Republicans in the House has been voted out. There's now a long list of people hoping to take the reins. Plus, there is a new, free way to file taxes; a mysterious, record-breaking radio signal was detected; and two highly-anticipated movies went head-to-head over the weekend. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.BetterHelp.com/NEWSWORTHY This episode was also sponsored by Lume Deodorant. Go to https://www.LumeDeodorant.com (Listen for the discount code) To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

Is it ethical to still go on a trip after a natural disaster, like a wildfire or hurricane? And if you have to cancel, how can you recoup the costs? We're hearing advice from Clint Henderson, the managing editor of The Points Guy. Learn more about our guests: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER for ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode was sponsored by: Trust & Will: https://www.TrustandWill.com/newsworthy AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #TravelTips #Tourism #Traveling

President Biden's primetime address to the nation about wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, U.S. military firing shots on behalf of Israel, a testimony against former President Trump, the return of net neutrality, a study on hitting the snooze button, and an exchange program for students experiencing different American cultures.

The news to know for Thursday, October 19, 2023! We're telling you about the promises and warnings President Biden offered in the Middle East and what American intelligence has determined about the explosion at a Gaza hospital. Also, we're covering the confession that brought an end to a notorious missing persons case and a historic, multi-billion-dollar plan to improve America's electric grid. Plus, why more couples are signing prenups, what big update just came to ChatGPT, and which foods are about to become trendy? Experts share their predictions. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode was sponsored by: Trust & Will: https://www.TrustandWill.com/newsworthy AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

The news to know for Wednesday, October 18, 2023! We're talking about a deadly explosion at a hospital in Gaza and how Israel and militant groups are blaming each other for the blast. Also, we'll tell you President Biden's response as his trip to Israel gets underway. Plus, we'll explain new controversy surrounding a staple for American schools, and what beauty products the FDA is trying to ban. And how much do workers spend when they return to the office? New data breaks down the extra costs. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode was sponsored by: Trust & Will: https://www.TrustandWill.com/newsworthy AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch