In this heartfelt and haunting episode of The Swinging Wake Podcast, Alex and Kris gather in the séance room to celebrate the life, career, and Disney legacy of the incomparable Catherine O’Hara — the beloved voice of Sally in The Nightmare Before Christmas and one of the most influential character performers of her generation.

Before entering tonight’s main tribute, the hosts open the crypt doors with the latest spooky Disney news, including the return of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, a first look at Disney’s 2026 Halloween merchandise collections, and breaking news about a darker live-action Casper series coming to Disney+ with executive producer Steven Spielberg.

The main discussion explores Catherine O’Hara’s legendary career — from SCTV and Beetlejuice to Home Alone and Schitt's Creek — while taking a deep dive into why her portrayal of Sally became such an enduring part of Disney spooky culture and Haunted Mansion fandom.

Alex and Kris discuss:

• Why Sally remains the emotional heart of The Nightmare Before Christmas
• Catherine O’Hara’s haunting performance of “Sally’s Song”
• Her dual role as both Sally and Shock
• The connection between Sally and Haunted Mansion Holiday
• How Catherine O’Hara helped shape gothic Disney storytelling with warmth, humor, and emotional depth

The episode also reflects on O’Hara’s influence on comedy, character acting, and spooky fandom as a whole, while honoring the lasting emotional impact she left on generations of Disney and Halloween fans.

• Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2026 Dates & Details:
• “Shriek Peek” at Disney’s 2026 Halloween Merchandise:
• Casper Live-Action Disney+ Series Report

Plus:

• Disney Halloween 2026 news
• Catherine O'Hara Tribute
• Billie Eilish Video

“There’s always room for one more…” — and tonight, the mansion makes room to honor one of Disney’s most beloved spooky voices.

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