Episodes
June 30, 2022
What Is a Haunted House and Why Should You Visit One?
This episode, presented by The Scare Factor, discusses the different types of haunted attractions, and helps you determine which you should go to. We know many of you listening are in the industry and are already familiar with this, but by listening...
June 28, 2022
Haunted Attraction Industry News for June 28th
Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights announces "The Horrors of Blumhouse" house - inspired by "The Black Phone" and "Freaky"; Phantom Fall Fest comes to Adventureland Park September 30th - October 30th; the first-ever SHAQTOBERFEST comes to the...
June 28, 2022
The Politics of Staffing
Today we discuss Disney’s new Abortion Travel Credit, 13th Floor Entertainment Group’s new event Shaqtoberfest, and the opening of Volkanu from Sally Dark Rides. Subscribe to all our offerings: https://linktr.ee/hauntedattractionnetwork
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
June 25, 2022
What Cruise Ships Can Teach You About Entertainment Design
They say that the best thing about cruising is seeing new places, but it turns out there's more than just scenery on a ship. In this video, Scott explores how the new ‘Carnival Mardi Gras’ ship has been designed with entertainment in mind using space...
Guest: Scott Swenson
June 24, 2022
INSIDE LOOK at Massacre Haunted House in Montgomery IL for 2022
We’re going on-location to Massacre Haunted House in Montgomery IL to learn about their 2022 season. Massacre is known for their large sets and dramatic yearly renovations. We’ll hear all about it from owner Ryan Burke. We visited Evil Intentions June...
Guest: Ryan Burke
June 23, 2022
Goosebumps Writer Interview - Dan Angel Talks About The TV Series
We’ll hear about creating the Goosebumps TV series with Executive Story Editor and Writer Dan Angel. Dan talks about what it was like to work on the series and the journey of adapting the series from the popular books. He also shares some...
Guests: Dan Angel , Jeff Depaoli
June 22, 2022
Haunted Attraction Industry News for June 21st
Disneyland Resort announces more details regarding their Halloween season events; Midsummer Scream announces HHN Panel; Ohio Haunters Association will hold next meeting on August 15th at Carnage Haunted House; West Coast Halloween Convention addresses...
June 21, 2022
How Much Would You Pay To Go On A DISNEY DREAM VACATION For 24 Days?
Disney unveils a new luxury experience, Universal Orlando unveils escape rooms, Ghost Town Alive! and Forbidden Frontier are returning for the 2022 season, and Electric Ocean comes to SeaWorld Orlando.
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
June 18, 2022
Time Management Strategies For The Busy Haunter
Coming up - How to Effectively Manage Your Time When Running a Haunted Attraction. Scott Swenson explains how working "time smart" will prevent your event from creeping up on you.
Guest: Scott Swenson
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 15, 2022
How many types of Haunt Scares are there? (The Scare Factor)
Join Bryan (Team Skelegore) and Tiph (Team Terror Techies) to discuss different types of scares you will experience at haunted attractions.
June 15, 2022
Haunted Attraction Industry News for June 7th
The Canadian Haunters Association announces 2021 Home Haunters Awards; Get 50% off your Chamber of Haunters membership; The next Haunters Toolbox Haunt Master Class takes place Wednesday, June 22nd - "Hiring and Training Actors: From Application to...
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 10, 2022
Haunt Hacks: Guests with Disabilities (Replay)
A primer on preparing your haunt for guests with disabilities from Scott Swenson.
June 9, 2022
INSIDE SCARECON: Europe's Biggest Scare Convention (2022)
Find out all about Europe's only trade show for the scare attraction and horror industry, from the seminars and workshops to the awards and ball. ScareCON is the biggest European Scare Convention! Today’s episode is courtesy of our partner station...
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...
June 7, 2022
Haunted Attraction Industry News for June 7th
Midwest Haunters Convention takes place this weekend in Rosemont, Illinois; HauntX returns to the Pomona Fairgrounds for a weekend of scare-based learning, exhibits, and more June 11th - 12th; Mark your calendars for Creepie Con 2022 - February 4th -...
June 6, 2022
2022 Summer Travel Industry Trends
Tiqets.com published “Must-Know Travel Industry Trends For the 2022 High Season” and we dig into the report and discuss some key takeaways. We also discuss the Shanghai reopening, Castaway Cove’s staffing, the live production of “The Greatest Show On...
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
June 3, 2022
Haunt Insurance: Are you really covered? You may not be. (HaunTopic Radio)
Craig Watt (Terror Isle in Texas City) a veteran insurance agent explains haunt insurance in simple terms. He gets into some of the pitfalls for home and pro haunters plus reveals that the coverage you have might not be covering what you think it...
June 3, 2022
Making “Hand: An Immersive Experience”
Ballview entertainment presented an odyssey-like popup immersive experience last weekend at the Sherry Theatre in North Hollywood – all centered on a hand. While the live show was only available for one weekend, it will live on as a new VR Experience...
June 2, 2022
The Boozy Cauldron: Behind the Scenes
Coming up, the boozy cauldron was visiting Los Angeles and we went to check it out. The Boozy Cauldron is an immersive 4-part cocktail experience and interactive show themed to wizards and witches. It’s like a pop-culture-centric raunchy PG-13 variety...
May 31, 2022
Haunted Attraction Industry News for May 31st
Monsterpalooza takes place this weekend June 3rd - 5th, 2022 in Pasadena, California; Haunters Against Hate The Event announces the theme of their 2nd annual Makeup Competition: The Nun; TransWorld Live: The Road to MHC - Episode 5 will go live...
May 31, 2022
New Product in the Current Uncertain Time
This week we recap Licensing Expo 2022, discuss Ocean Park Hong Kong’s new water park, Hersheypark’s 2 new rides, Rocky Mountain Construction’s apprentice program, the Milwaukee County Zoo requiring masks, and the Drive-thru zoo experience returns to...
Guests: Scott Swenson , Philip Hernandez
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