Haunt Trends Episodes
June 16, 2022
Get a sneak peak of Evil Intentions' 2022 season
We’re going on-location to Evil Intentions in Elgin IL to learn about their 2022 season. Evil Intentions is known for its ‘jungle gym’ rooms filled with actors choreographed to original music. Today we’ll hear from owner Mike Fitzpatrick.
Guest: Mike Fitzpatrick
June 13, 2022
IRL: Indianapolis Zoo & BMorrow Productions
In our first "IRL" episode, Scott takes us on-location to the Indianapolis Zoo for a construction update. Then, Philip speaks with Brian Morrow at BMorrow Productions HQ about the recession, staffing, upcoming projects, and working with IP.
June 9, 2022
CREATING "SPOOKTACULAR!" How one haunted attraction became a household name
Take a behind-the-scenes look at Spooktacular, the new documentary about Spookyworld! This new film takes an in-depth look at one of the original horror scream parks and Halloween destinations in America. This video is taken from a panel the team gave...
May 27, 2022
The Bogeyman at Zombie Joe's Underground
Today we go on location to Zombie Joe's new 20-minute Blind-Folded horror theatre experience that delves into your deepest nighttime terrors! Billed as a safe, non-aggressive, unique & personal phantasmagoric-immersion experience, the show is playing...
Guests: Zombie Joe , Jorge Lozano
May 25, 2022
Haunt Supershow at the LA County Fair
Back for its third year at the LA County Fair and located in Building 9, the Haunt Supershow will be joining in on the centennial celebrations by offering an all-new “100 Years of Horror” exhibit. The popular social media photo-op attrac! Plus, two...
Guest: Dirk Hagen
May 7, 2022
A Scott in the Dark: 67 - Keeping Performers Safe from Guests
In the wake of recent violence against live performers, Scott discusses the importance of performer safety.
Guest: Scott Swenson
April 14, 2022
Haunt Team Retention with Travis Rhoad of Reaper’s Revenge
Over the years, Travis has developed a family philosophy to retain team members, and today, we’ll explore some concrete things you can do to retain your haunt team.
Guest: Travis Rhoad
April 1, 2022
Show Modes with Benjamin Gagne of The Thirteenth Hour
This new pro-haunter is using his background in logistics to grow his show year after year.
Guest: Benjamin Gagne
March 31, 2022
Leasing Tips with Planet Doom’s Brent Wilson
Fire codes, Building Codes, Zoning, and leases – every haunter will face one of these issues. It’s complicated but there are some big pitfalls you can avoid.
Guest: Brent Wilson
March 23, 2022
Q&A with the HAA’s Board of Directors
Here's the Q&A with the Haunted Attraction Association Board of Directors, live at TransWorld's Halloween & Attractions Show immediately following the 2022 State of the Industry Presentation.
Guests: Spencer Terry , Allen Hopps
March 21, 2022
The Haunted Attraction Association’s 2022 State of the Industry Presentation
This is the full Haunted Attraction Association’s 2022 State of the Industry Presentation recorded live on Saturday from Transworld’s Halloween & Attractions Show.
Guest: Spencer Terry
March 17, 2022
A Scott in the Dark: Preparing for a Trade Show
Scott shares his suggestions for getting the most out of a trade show.
Guest: Scott Swenson
Feb. 25, 2022
Latex & Your Monsters: Zombie Skin FX Has You Covered
Zombie Skin FX has your latex needs covered, special packages available at Transworld, and Joe Glenn discusses actor trends he is seeing in the market
Guest: Joe Glenn
Feb. 24, 2022
Pale Night Productions
Pale Night Productions introduces their new escape game product and discusses haunts limiting their reliance on staff.
Guest: Kip Polley