The Haunting Hour
Summary
This episode explores the commercial interests, such as the golf and candy industries, that have historically influenced the dates of Daylight Saving Time. It also examines the origins of zombie folklore and details "CONPLAN 8888," a Pentagon training document that outlines a six-stage military strategy for responding to a zombie outbreak.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: Granger Industrial
Show Introduction
The post-Halloween specter: Daylight Savings Time
History and controversy of DST in the US
Lobbying efforts: Golf industry and 1985 hearing
Candy industry lobbying to protect Halloween sales
2005 legislative changes and the shortening of standard time
Sponsor: State Farm (Spanish/English)
Sponsor: Nile Rogers 'Before the Moment'
Origins of zombie myths and George A. Romero
Introduction to Pentagon Zombie Plan 8888
Six stages of the military response plan
Legal loopholes and types of zombies in the plan
Purpose of the plan as a training tool
Conclusion on zombie preparedness
Outro, credits, and Patreon promotion
Sponsor: Nile Rogers 'Before the Moment' (Repeat)
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