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The Great Pumpkin: TV, Tradition, and the Birth of an American Halloween Icon
This episode traces how Charles M. Schulz’s Great Pumpkin comic strip evolved into a televised special that anchored modern Halloween culture. From its 1966 CBS broadcast to its influence on candy sales, music, fan communities, and streaming platforms, we unpack the tradition’s enduring impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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