Tag Archives: Halloween

The Invisible Man Eats Candy Alone

Posted on November 1, 2021 by Austin

I rarely check the blog’s mail bag any more, Modern Philosophers. That was a task that fell to the interns, and since the University will no longer send me interns due to COVID precautions, I rarely even pick up the … Continue reading →

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The Candy Man Can’t Do Everything

Posted on October 31, 2021 by Austin

“Happy Halloween!” Holly squealed excitedly from her end of the bench. Aaron rolled his eyes and took a long sip of his Snapple before he replied. “Happy Halloween, Holly,” he responded.  “Thank you for refraining from wearing a costume for … Continue reading →

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Trump Declares Victory Over Halloween

Posted on October 31, 2020 by Austin

Just mere days after the White House website claimed that the administration had put an end to COVID-19, President Trump has taken credit for another huge accomplishment, Modern Philosophers. Now he’s declared victory over Halloween. At a campaign rally in … Continue reading →

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The Couple’s Costume Conundrum

Posted on October 25, 2020 by Austin

Holly tossed her empty coffee cup into the trash can next to her bench, and stared across the running path at her best friend. Something was on her mind, but she wasn’t sure if she wanted to discuss it with … Continue reading →

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What’s Your Favorite Halloween Candy?

Posted on October 24, 2020 by Austin

The calendar clearly states that Halloween is quickly approaching, Modern Philosophers, but I just don’t feel the Halloween Season vibe like I normally do. This blog usually revels in the holiday with a month’s worth of posts about The Pumpkin … Continue reading →

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All Tricks, No Treats

Posted on October 18, 2020 by Austin

“It’s less than two weeks until Halloween, and I couldn’t help but notice that you had no decorations out on your porch,” Holly commented from the bench on her side of the running path as she sipped her coffee. “That … Continue reading →

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Jokes Not Worthy Of Late Night

Posted on October 27, 2019 by Austin

Happy Sunday, Modern Philosophers! A new episode of The Nite Show with Danny Cashman aired last night, which means some of my monologue jokes made it onto your television. The truth is, I write dozens of jokes for every show, … Continue reading →

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The Halloween Party

Posted on October 26, 2019 by Austin

He sat off in the corner, all by himself, on a beat up couch that seemed as forgotten by the homeowners as he wanted to be by the other party guests. He was dressed in a tuxedo and looked quite … Continue reading →

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Halloween Brings Out The Wacky Neighbors

Posted on October 26, 2019 by Austin

Halloween Season is in full swing in Maine, Modern Philosophers.  As a result, the state has been flooded with tourists looking to celebrate their favorite holiday. Most of them, of course, are Otherworldly Beings, who flock to Maine from all … Continue reading →

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Get Your Shots, It’s Werewolf Season!

Posted on October 12, 2019 by Austin

We are neck deep in the Halloween Season, Modern Philosophers, which means it’s time for my annual PSA about the importance of getting your shots. Sure, a flu shot is very helpful this time of year, but if you’re in … Continue reading →

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