Town Square
What is behind our love of horror films and the psychology of fear?
Posted on · Experts in fear, both on and off-screen, weigh in on the reasons why filmgoers flock to slasher, spooky, and suspenseful movies.
Tag: halloween
Town Square
What’s your favorite Halloween candy?
Posted on · It’s Halloween week, and today we’re all about candy -- from favorite candy and candy trends to the history of candy and stories behind favorite brands.
Town Square
Cassandra Peterson on Elvira, Elvis, and endurance as a horror icon
Posted on · Plus, comedian and horror aficionado Dana Gould shares the legend of Vampira and her gothic powerhouse presence during the Golden Age of Hollywood.
Town Square
It’s Halloween. Let’s Talk About The Impact Of Black Horror Films
Posted on · We explore the impact and evolution of Black cinema and the Black horror genre, as well as review a week in COVID and economic headlines.
Coronavirus
Spooky, Yet Safe: How To Celebrate Halloween During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Posted on · Do the risks associated with COVID-19 mean you have to give up Halloween? Experts say no -- but certain precautions are recommended.
Houston Matters
How The Pandemic Is Changing Halloween (Oct. 30, 2020)
Posted on · On Friday's show: Revised plans for the Ike Dike coastal barrier, how the pandemic is forcing Houstonians to adjust their Halloween plans, The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week's news, and some Halloween-appropriate musical performances.
Houston Matters
The Ultimate 2020 Halloween Costume: The Good, Bad, And Ugly Of The News
Posted on · The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.
Town Square
COVID-19 Spikes Push El Paso Hospitals To Their Limit
Posted on · El Paso medical experts describe their experiences with the spike of COVID-19 cases in their area, plus what we can do to stay safe from the virus during the Halloween weekend.
Mockingbird & Armadillo
WATCH: Halloween Grosstopia | Mockingbird And Armadillo
Posted on · How to make a gross and slimy Halloween complete!
Weather
Severe Thunderstorms Possible This Halloween
Posted on · Parts of southeast Texas, Lousiana, and Mississippi may see thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds, hail, and tornadoes.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Political Roundup, and Texas Horror Films (Oct. 31, 2018)
Posted on · On Wednesday's Houston Matters: We preview open enrollment for health care plans in Texas. Our experts break down the latest political stories. Local film critic Dustin Chase discusses Texas movies. And author Joe R. Lansdale tells us about his writing.
Arts InSight
WATCH: Air-Brush with Greatness
Posted on · Make-up and special effects artist Rudy Campos demonstrates his unique skills.
Houston Matters
What Does It Take To Start A Haunted House?
Posted on · Michael Hagerty visits a local haunted house and talks with a married couple about how they took their frightening creation from the family garage to their local mall.
Houston Matters
Local Halloween Enthusiast Hosts Block Party For Residents Affected By Harvey
Posted on · This Halloween, Houstonian Gage Mueller is hosting a trick-or-treating event aimed at bringing residents back to the Meyerland area after they were displaced by Harvey-related flooding.
Houston Matters
The Last Halloween Hurrah For Frankel’s Costume Shop
Posted on · The go-to costume store for many generations of Houstonians is closing after more than 70 years in business.