You're Invited: A Very Grimm Story Spooktacular with Adam Gidwitz!

Summary

Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest – “You're Invited: A Very Grimm Story Spooktacular with Adam Gidwitz!”

Host: Adam Gidwitz (Pinna)
Release Date: October 10, 2025

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Episode Overview

In this special promotional announcement, bestselling author and beloved host Adam Gidwitz invites listeners to a unique Halloween-themed live event: “A Very Grimm Story Spooktacular.” Aimed at families and young fans of the Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest podcast, this episode is designed to build excitement for an interactive, spooky storytelling show featuring live retellings of classic Grimm fairy tales, audience participation, and festive costumes.

Unlike the usual story format, this episode serves as a fun and inviting call-to-action, delivering all the energy and humor listeners expect—while making sure fans know about this in-person celebration of everything “Grimmest.”

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Special Live Event Announcement

• Date & Location:
  • Sunday, October 26th, 1:30pm
  • Littlefield, Brooklyn, New York
• Event Highlights:
  • Live performance with two Grimm fairy tales
  • Laughter, gasps, surprises, and a Halloween-appropriate “just the right amount of spookiness”
  • Invitation to all ages—“bring the whole family”
  • Costume encouragement for kids
  • VIP ticket options for early access activities, including a meet-and-greet with Adam and a special kid’s costume showcase

2. What Makes this Event Special?

• Adam emphasizes that this is “different from any of the events we've done before.”
• The event blends storytelling, audience participation, and the signature fun, spooky spirit of the show.
• Designed “for the Halloween season” to heighten the atmosphere and excitement for kids and parents.

3. How to Get Tickets

• Tickets, including VIP experiences, are on sale through a custom link:
  • tinyurl.com/AveryGrimstory
• Adam repeats the link throughout to ensure it sticks with listeners.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Adam Gidwitz, encouraging participation [00:37]:

  “We’re gonna tell two live stories, expect laughter, gasps, a few surprises, and just the right amount of spookiness for the Halloween season.”

• Building anticipation for costumes [01:04]:

  “Bring the whole family for an afternoon of storytelling, costumes and grim fun. If you really wanna make it extra special, grab a VIP ticket for an exclusive meet and greet and a kid's costume showcase right before the show.”

• Emphasizing the event’s uniqueness [01:21]:

  “This is different from any of the events we've done before. This is a ticketed event, so make sure you grab your spot right away.”

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Important Segments & Timestamps

• [00:37] Adam Gidwitz introduces the event, shares excitement
• [01:04] Details about family participation, costumes, and VIP perks
• [01:21] Stresses the uniqueness, gives ticket info
• [01:40] Repeats and simplifies invitation (“I’ll see you there”)

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Tone & Style

The episode features Adam Gidwitz’s signature warmth, humor, and slightly mischievous storytelling style. His excitement is palpable, making the invitation feel personal and the event unmissable for fans. The language is playful, upbeat, and perfectly suited to both kids and parents, matching the spirit of the Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest podcast.

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Summary

This episode steps away from the usual fairy tale retelling to bring listeners an enthusiastic, detailed invitation to the “Very Grimm Story Spooktacular”—a live, family-friendly Halloween event packed with stories, costumes, interactive fun, and the beloved host himself. Adam Gidwitz sets the stage for an unforgettable, spooky-yet-safe celebration—encouraging everyone to join in the festivities and be part of the Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest community in person.

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Ticket link repeated for convenience:
tinyurl.com/AveryGrimstory

Transcript

[A]

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[B]

Hey everyone, it's Adam Gidwitz, creator and host of Grim Grimmer Grimmest. I've got something very exciting and a little spooky to share with you. On Sunday, October 26th at 1:30pm, I'll be performing live in Brooklyn, New York at Littlefield for a very grim story split spooktacular. We're gonna tell two live stories, expect laughter, gasps, a few surprises, and just the right amount of spookiness for the Halloween season. This is different from any of the events we've done before. This is a ticketed event, so make sure you grab your spot right away. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of storytelling, costumes and grim fun. If you really wanna make it extra special, grab a VIP ticket for an exclusive meet and greet and a kid's costume showcase right before the show. Tickets are on sale [e-mail] Avery Grimstory that's tinyurl.com Averi Grimmstory I can't wait to see you there. Hey everyone, it's Adam Gidwitz from Grim Grimmer grimmest. On Sunday, October 26th, I'm going to be doing a special ticketed event live in Brooklyn. I'll be telling two grim fairytales and we're gonna invite kids to wear costumes. You can even get VIP tickets for an extra special meet and greet and Halloween costume showcase before the stories. Tickets are on [e-mail] Avery Grimstory that's tinyurl.com AveryGrimstory I'll see you there.