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Episode Synopsis
This episode contains paid advertisements that are dynamically inserted and may vary depending on when and where you listenA guide to navigating the adult side of Halloween—parties, costumes, and potential hazards—with humor and common sense, ensuring a fun night without long-term consequences.The practical knowledge to enjoy a fun, memorable, and most importantly, safe Halloween without incurring injury, a police record, or an astronomical ER bill.Trip Hazards Are Scarier Than Ghosts: Practical advice for clearing pathways of spooky décor, eliminating tripping hazards (cords, hoses, wobbly props), and using battery-operated lights instead of open flames to save your apartment building (and your security deposit).The Unattended Drink: A quick-but-serious reminder on basic party safety—never leave drinks unattended and have a plan for anyone who seems too impaired.Vision-Impaired and Confused: Why cheap masks are a menace. Encouraging high-quality makeup or contacts prescribed by an eye doctor to prevent serious eye infections (or just walking into a wall).The Flammable Fairy: A humorous yet vital plea to check the labels on inexpensive costumes. A quick lesson on flame-resistance and how fast a costume can catch fire near a candle (or a cigarette).The Toddler Minefield: A public service announcement for drivers: assume every single child is invisible and running across the street. Tips for slow, defensive driving between 5 PM and 9 PM.Rideshare Reality: A discussion on the inevitable surge pricing and the importance of planning and budgeting for a ride-share, because "just walking" might take an hour and "just driving" might be a DUI.The Buddy System for Grown-Ups: Encouraging groups to stick together, share location, and establish a no-questions-asked check-in time, because losing a costumed friend in a crowd is a real headache.
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