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Halloween Spooktacular: Broken Bones and Flying Fiends!

October 29, 2025 • Steve Counsell and Patrick Aleshire • Episode 8

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We have such sounds to show you on this episode of Grossly Competent!

In this Diabolically Delightful episode, hosts Steve and Patrick dive into all things SPOOKY in prep for the greatest day of the year: Halloween!* The duo share stories of their love and memories of this time of year and lurch into a tirade of spooky ghost stories and experiences. From phantom bar patrons, maniacal birds, and ethereal toe-breakers, we've got it all!

Also, join in on the fun and see if you can track how many scary / horror movie names and references we mention throughout the episode! It'll be to die for!

(*Come fight me, Christmas. - Steve)

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