Bats Don’t Suck (And Other Facts) w/ Halloween scholar Lisa Morton

Send us Fan Mail Bats don’t suck but their reputation does. 🦇 On Framed by Fables, host and comedian Helen Hong teams up with wildlife biologist Miguel Ordeñana and special guest Lisa Morton, acclaimed author, Halloween expert, and paranormal historian, to explore the fascinating world of bats through a pop culture lens. From bat facts and vampire lore to Halloween history and the origins of our spooky associations, this episode digs into how these remarkable animals became cultural icons.  But how much of what we believe about bats comes from science, folklore, or something else entirely?  Follow the show for more surprising animal facts, pop culture deep dives, and the stories behind the reputations of the creatures we think we know. #FramedByFables #Bats #AnimalFacts #PopCulture #halloween Support our sponsor : Varadero Vision is an independent eyewear and watch house. Every frame is handmade in Rome, and every watch made in Switzerland. Place any presale order before Nov. 30 and get up to 50% off. You’ll also unlock Forever 10:  10% off everything Varadero sells, forever. It applies automatically at checkout, on top of any sale or promotion, after the presale ends. Visit varaderovision.com for details. Connect With Us Website: www.framedbyfables.com Follow on Socials: @framedbyfables Email: [email protected] Resources: Lisa Morton's website:  https://lisamorton.com/ Click to buy:  Trick or Treat: A History of Halloween Lisa's podcast The Ghost Report: https://theghostreportwithlisamorton.podbean.com/?fbclid=IwAR2n9AIEO5LmQvtVymFIGsjbefbwEXr54jogbOkGUxrn9EsMcjiOfZz2Mlw Lisa's  Newsletter https://lisamorton.substack.com/s/the-whole-haunted-world -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Helen Hong's stand-up shows in Sunnyvale, CA  https://rooster-t-feathers.seatengine-sites.com/shows/365909 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Natural History Museum of Los Angeles events   https://nhm.org/calendar 00:00 - Introduction: Why Are Bats So Misunderstood? 01:41 - Meet the Experts: Wildlife Biology & Halloween History 03:10 - How Bats Became the Mascot of Halloween 05:57 - Urban Bat Research in Los Angeles 07:07 - Why Bats Hunt at Night & Ecosystem Benefits 10:26 - Are Bats Really Blind? How Echolocation Works 13:06 - Bram Stoker & The Origins of the Vampire Bat Myth 14:48 - Why Do Bats Hang Upside Down? 15:34 - The Wild Biology of Bat Mating & Reproduction 19:00 - Bat Mothers & How Long Bats Live 22:15 - Why Bats Swarm Over Water at Sunset 23:54 - Do Vampire Bats Really Suck Blood? 27:38 - Vampire Myths vs. Real Bat Behavior 29:26 - Bat Flight Anatomy & The Fastest Flying Animal 32:00 - Bat Evolution: Why Bats Aren't Rodents 33:08 - What Does Bat Echolocation Actually Sound Like? 35:01 - The Real Blood Drinker: The Vampire Finch 37:06 - How to Support Local Bats & Safe Tree Trimming 39:02 - Bat Boxes & What to Do If a Bat Enters Your House 42:07 - Guest Projects & Wrap-Up Credits Host:  Helen Hong Animal Expert:  Wildlife Biologist Miguel Ordeñana Guest:  Lisa Morton,  award-winning author and Halloween expert Creator and Exec Producer: Robin M. Henry Producer: Emily Orr Casting Producer: Robin Foster Line Producer:  James Lovewell Editor:  David Toms Ad Sales: Brandon Carrillo Set Artwork and Logo: Cliff Barrett  Special Thanks:  Second Floor Studios Varadero Vision Independent eyewear and watch house. Designed for originality, artistry, and a leisure-luxury feel. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.