From Samhain to Slashers: The Ancient Origins of Halloween and Horror Movies

Send us Fan MailFeatured Beers: The Arctic Warrior American Ale by the Atanuska Brewing Company out of Palmer, Alaska, USA and The All Hallows Treat Imperial Chocolate Peanut Butter Stout by Brewery Ommegang out of Cooperstown, New York, USAThis Halloween, the Beers On Me Podcast crew cracks open the cold ones and the crypts to uncover how an ancient Celtic festival of fire, fear, and the dead evolved into the haunted holiday — and the horror movies — we love today.Join the gang as they trace the story of Halloween’s true origins, from the pagan rituals of Samhain and druidic bonfires to the birth of movie monsters, masked slashers, and psychological thrillers. From Nosferatu to Michael Myers, from sacred spirits to cinematic screams — this episode connects humanity’s oldest fears to Hollywood’s favorite nightmares.Expect dark history, twisted laughs, pop-culture nostalgia, and a few ghostly surprises as we dive into how fear became entertainment… and why we still can’t look away.So dim the lights, grab your drink, and step through the veil — from ancient Samhain to modern cinema — where fear, fire, and storytelling are all part of the ritual.From the entire Beers on Me Podcast crew, thank you for listening and we care about what you have to say and share! Got recommendations for episode topics or want to share thoughts on the episodes? You can email us at [email protected] or find us on Facebook or Instagram (See Below). If you enjoy this podcast and want to help spread the word don't forget to like, subscribe and comment where you can and share with your friends!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beersonmepodcast  Instagram handle: beersonme_podcastTikTok: beersonmepodcast