Common Sense Media Review
By Debra Alvarado
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Spooky Halloween pod roots for the underdog.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 8+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Listen
What's It About?
In SPOOKY TROOP: THE LAST HALLOWEEN, seven tween "misfit monsters born to do good in a wicked world," live in the supernatural "Netherworld". Stewart, the sorcerer and Valerie, the vampire accidentally overhear the evil Demon King's plot to destroy humankind and take over the universe. They're motivated to try to save humans (referred to as the Pitifuls), and gather the rest of their friends together to try to stop the Demon King. The kids face scary and dangerous characters and situations as they try to save humankind. Tense and eerie music add to an overall feeling of spookiness.
Is It Any Good?
The scary voices and soundtrack of this podcast are sure to spook and chill young thrill-seekers. In Spooky Troop: The Last Halloween, the Spooky Troop tweens are up against the evil Demon King, who wants to take the souls out of humans with a magical gem. Though the kids are friendly and relatable, the show lacks a realistic depiction of emotions. A good amount of this podcast relies on stereotypes -- good cop/bad cop parenting teams, painting all politicians as useless and corrupt -- to move the plot line forward. The members of the Spooky Troop are painted as misfits, but are the saving grace of the show as they work together to save humans.
Overall this good-versus-evil podcast falls a little flat in the delivery due to a lack of details and explanations, as well as disappointing adult figures. *Note: it's not possible to hear the second episode of the podcast because the first episode is mistakenly uploaded in its place.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how the main characters in Spooky Troop: The Last Halloween use teamwork to overcome obstacles. What are some ways that working with a friend has helped you when you were in a tough situation?
The Spooky Troop shows perseverance when trying to fight against the Demon King in each episode. Why does that turn out to be such an important character strength in this podcast?
What does it mean to be courageous? What do you do to make yourself feel better when you are scared?
Podcast Details
- Release date : October 17, 2019
- Genre : Kids & Family
- Run time : 13 minutes
- Website : https://www.wonkybot.com/spooky-troop-the-last-halloween-series/
- Production Company and Network : Wonkybot
- Pricing structure : Free
- Topics : Fantasy ( Magic ) , Adventures , Friendship , Arts ( Music and Sing-Along )
- Character Strengths : Courage , Perseverance , Teamwork
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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