Taste of Yesteryear: Halloween Feast

Scope A 10-minute deep dive into the history of Halloween foods, tracing traditions from ancient Samhain rituals through medieval soul cakes to modern trick-or-treat candy. The video aimed to educate viewers on the cultural and superstitious origins of Halloween foods while providing a practical soul cake recipe. Target audience: food history enthusiasts and Halloween fans interested in traditional celebrations. Process Script generated through Subscribr AI covering the evolution of Halloween food traditions across Ireland, Britain, and America. ElevenLabs provided the narration. Combined AI-generated imagery (Leonardo AI) with stock footage to illustrate historical practices, traditional foods, and modern Halloween celebrations. Edited in Final Cut Pro with particular attention to pacing for the longer 10-minute runtime. Integrated multiple affiliate links (baking trays, mixing bowls, toffee apple kits) and included an on-screen soul cake recipe for viewer engagement. Solution The final video successfully connected ancient pagan practices to modern Halloween candy culture, providing both entertainment and educational value. The inclusion of a practical recipe and multiple product recommendations created additional engagement and monetization opportunities. Published October 25, 2024, timed strategically before Halloween to capitalize on seasonal interest. Technical Details Scriptwriting: Subscribr AI Voiceover: ElevenLabs (AI narration) Imagery: Leonardo AI + stock footage Edit/Post: Final Cut Pro Runtime: ~8 minutes Published: October 6, 2024