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NEW Season 1 Oct 31, 2026 · 20 min

Bet You Didn’t Know This About Halloween

A social experiment involving hundreds of phone calls is challenging assumptions about how divided the US is. He’s explored all seven continents by wheelchair, overcoming the odds and hoping to inspire millions to do the same. Hear just how successful a first-of-its-kind cancer vaccine was. How running became a lifeline for a New York City marathoner experiencing homelessness. Plus, some of Halloween’s most beloved traditions have surprisingly strange origins. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Allison Lau, Rob Picheta, Sandee LaMotte, Meg Tirrell, Faye Chiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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