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The Candy Man Myth: How a Texas Tragedy Sparked Halloween’s Fear of Stranger-Delivered Treats
This episode traces the 1974 Texas poisoning case that birthed the legend of strangers lacing candy with poison, explores how media amplification and societal fear shaped trick‑or‑treat safety practices, and looks at the lasting cultural impact on Halloween today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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