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March 20, 2021

UK Scare Attraction update from ScareTrack

We've been discussing planning for the 2021 season a lot, but most of the discussions have focused on what's happening in the US. Today we're exploring how the UK is fairing. Joining us is Mikey from the ScareTrack. ScareTrack is …

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March 20, 2021

BONUS: Vaccinated: Two Classes of Citizens

This week we discuss announcements from Disney and Universal, vaccine policies in Israel and Thailand, the Tokyo Olympics, and pivots. Stories covered: “WDW is selling out,” “Florida's Walt Disney World reveals "Ratatouille" ride debut date,” “HHN30...

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March 20, 2021

BONUS: As States Drop Restrictions, Attractions Unify on Safe Reopeni…

This week on Green Tagged we discuss how attractions will navigate states dropping restrictions, additional changes in the guest experience, and new pivots. Stories covered: “Texas Drops Its Virus Restrictions as a Wave of Reopenings Takes Hold,”...

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March 16, 2021

St Patrick’s Revenge at Hudson Haunted House in Hudson Ohio

Hudson Haunted House in Hudson Ohio is opening this weekend for St Patrick’s Revenge. Hudson Haunted House is run by the Hudson Jaycees, who were established in 1972! Alex Austin explains the haunt’s history, their 2020 pivots, St Patrick’s Revenge,...

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March 12, 2021

The First Step to Reopening in 2021, Updates from the HAA

Spencer Terry is the GM of Fear Factory in SLC and was the first haunted attraction to reopen back in May. After reopening, Spencer shared his team's reopening guidelines with the industry, and helped many attractions navigate their own reopening. …

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March 10, 2021

St Patrick's Day is Lights Out at Wells Township Haunted House in Bri…

St Patrick's day is just around the corner and that means some haunts are opening for an extra off-season event. On today's show Max speaks with Sean Norman from Wells Township Haunted House in brilliant Ohio. Sean is planning a …

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March 8, 2021

Preparing for The Roaring 20’s

The industry professional's weekly dose of important Theme Park news in 30 minutes. Americans are holding on to $1.3 TRILLION and you must be ready to catch the wave of demand when the gates open. On this BONUS episode of …

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March 4, 2021

Strategies to ensure 2021 is your killer year

Last week we aired the two-part special “Flattening the Curve: Aftershocks for the Attractions Industry,” which was taken from the first industry keynote to discuss the pandemic’s impact on attractions. That panel was moderated by Scott Swenson. Today...

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March 3, 2021

The Dead Last Drive In’s Apartment Haunt

What's it like to run a haunt from your apartment parking spot - while in a gated community during COVID? Today we’ll hear all about it from Charlie and Graciela of Dead Last Drive In. These first-time haunters used the …

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March 2, 2021

BONUS: Green Tagged - Attraction Industry Tend Reports from IAAPA & T…

The industry professional's weekly dose of important Theme Park news in 30 minutes. This week on Green Tagged, we discuss two new industry reports. First IAAPA released a study showing the impact of COVID-19 on the industry. Thinkwell’s study is …

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March 2, 2021

BONUS: Green Tagged- Attractions Worldwide Set Sights on Re-Opening

This week we explore the avalanche of reopenings and new openings happening worldwide. Sit back and relax for this feel-good episode that shows light at coming at the end of the summer. Stories covered: “More than 40 U.S. theme parks …

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Feb. 25, 2021

Flattening the Curve: Aftershocks for the Attractions Industry – Part…

This is Part 2 of our trip into the past reflecting on the changes in the attractions industry. If you’ve not listened to the previous episode stop and go back. In part 1 our panelists mainly discussed the impact on …

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Feb. 24, 2021

Flattening the Curve: Aftershocks for the Attractions Industry – Part…

This week we passed the heartbreaking marker of 500,000 official deaths from COVID-19 here in the US. The entire entertainment industry was thrown into chaos, and every haunt has had to adapt. And yet, there is hope: by mid-year, we …

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Feb. 19, 2021

Puppets for Profits - Methods for Puppeteering Startle Props in Your …

Keeping everyone safe in 2020 yielded a new scare system concept at Dead City Haunted House in Salt Lake City Utah that was so effective, it will continue to be used long after the pandemic subsides. Owner Timothy Riggs conceived …

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Feb. 17, 2021

Haunter’s Toolbox, The Dead Factory, and ScareIt Badges with Brian Fo…

I’m sure you know Brian’s work, but this episode explores everything Brian has been up to. This episode originally aired on the WrestleHorror Podcast, and if you want the full interview grab it from their feed. When Brian started out, …

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Feb. 11, 2021

Love’s Revenge at Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail in Plant City FL

Sir Henry's Haunted Trail in Plant City Florida is running a Haunted Valentine Event “Love’s Revenge” this weekend Feb 12-14. Tickets begin at $25. Zach is opening all three outdoor trails and adding some new elements for the overlay.

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Feb. 10, 2021

Love Bites at Dead City Haunted House in Murray Utah

Dead City Haunted House debuted a valentine’s day event for the first time in 2020, and the team is attempting to pull it off again this year despite the pandemic. Owner Tim Riggs discusses the differences between the two events, …

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Feb. 5, 2021

Crisis Response Post Pandemic

While the basics of crisis response have not changed, the pandemic has impacted the nature frequency of haunted attraction incidents. From queue management to scaling security, and from bag searches to staff training, the veteran haunters on this...

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Feb. 4, 2021

A Scott in the Dark: EP 53 Dark Haunts

Scott discusses ideas and creative options for Dark Haunts. This question was submitted via the 'A Scott in the dark' Facebook group; join today to participate in the discussion.

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Feb. 4, 2021

A Scott in the Dark: EP 52 Haunting Green

Green practices are a growing concern for all attractions, but what can haunted attractions do? Scott discusses options for scare attractions that are both eco-friendly business savvy. Reduce cost and go green!

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Feb. 2, 2021

BONUS: A Scott in the Dark EP 51 - Mashup

Scott discusses ways to "mash up" supposedly unrelated stories and locations to create a new and unique guest experience.

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Feb. 2, 2021

BONUS: Green Tagged - Rethinking the Guest Experience

This week on Green Tagged we cover the controversy surrounding Ocean Park in Hong Kong and then discuss other news that impact the guest experience worldwide. Stories covered: “Ocean Park in Hong Kong to overhaul business model,” “Ocean Park must …

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Jan. 28, 2021

Crafting Characters with The Voice from Hell Dick Terhune

What are the voices bringing your haunt to life? Coming up on today’s show The Voice From Hell discusses the importance of voice work and how you can craft creepy characters. Dick Terhune is infamous in the haunt industry, and …

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Jan. 27, 2021

BONUS: Green Tagged - A Show All About Pivots

This week on Green Tagged, we dedicate the entire show to pivots happening across the industry. Stories covered: “Disneyland in California to host COVID-19 vaccination site,” “LVHN setting up mass COVID-19 vaccination site at Dorney Park,” “IAAPA Expo...

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