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Area Code: Batavia LIVE - A Spooky Season Celebration
Episode 4724th October 2025 • Area Code: Batavia • Area Code Audio
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Just in time for Bat Fest, it's the live recording of our Spooky Season Celebration hosted at Sturdy Shelter.

This episode features:

  • A conversation about Bat Fest with Kristen Desler and Beth Walker from Main Street
  • A True Crime Mystery featuring the Batavia Paranormal Investigation Squad
  • A conversation with Zach Sage, the mastermind behind the Halloween display, Midnight on Morton.

Every year, Zach pairs his Halloween display with a drive for Animal House Shelter. If you pay them a visit, consider making a donation.

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Area Code: Batavia is produced by Area Code Audio. It's hosted and produced by Richard Clark. Edited and mixed by Matt Linder. Additional production help from Jennifer Clark.

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