Lesley Bannatyne is an American author who writes extensively on Halloween history, literature, and contemporary celebration. One of the country’s foremost authorities on Halloween, Bannatyne has shared her knowledge on television specials for the History Channel (“The Haunted History of Halloween,” “The Real Story of Halloween”), with Time Magazine, Slate and National Geographic.
Lesley has written five books on Halloween. Her most recent book, Halloween Nation, examines the holiday though the eyes of its celebrants. The book was nominated for a 2011 Bram Stoker Award. Halloween. An American Holiday, An American History, has been in publication for almost 30 years.
Scott, Amber and guest “ghost” Michelle discussed all things Halloween – the memories, movies and all the feels associated with Halloween.