Episodes

Today is Thursday, September 2nd and there are 59 days until Halloween. Coming up – Are you struggling to paint that pesky brick pattern? Today’s haunt hack is for you. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for a PSA from The Scare Factor. Support for...

Halloween Horror Nights - Universal Orlando to install vinyl dividers; Oaks Park cancels annual Oktoberfest; Hopi Hari celebrates 20 years; Swampus Returns comes to New Orleans; The Franklin Institute unveils new Halloween science shows; Bronx...

After some quick hits, our deep dive this week is retail experiences versus app extensions; while many brands are crafting experiences with licenses, Disney is doubling down on app experiences. Stories: Walt Disney World requiring COVID vaccine for...

In June, we shared the association’s new strategic plan. Well it’s been a few months, so how are things are shaping up? Coming up, Spencer Terry the new President gives us an update. Several programs are ready to go, and there’s even content available...

HERSHEY'S finds 86% of Americans will celebrate Halloween; The Home Depot sells out Halloween merch; Disney unveils adaptive costumes; Fifolet Halloween Festival transforms; USH HHN Ruled not a mega event; Airbnb banned one-night stays on Halloween;...

This week’s big news is the unveiling of Disney Genie. The service puts Disney one large step closer to the ‘park sharing’ model of peak efficiency. While the service democratizes concierge planning for every ticketholder, the lightning lane marks...

Earlier this year 13th Floor Entertainment quietly acquired another property, one very different from their other properties. Delusion, known for their immersive horror shows, joined the 13th floor brand with Jon Braver becoming the Director of...

This week's haunt news: Spirit Halloween seeks "Chief Spirit Officer"; HauntPay launches Haunt Industry Survey; Party City Plans 4X More Pop-ups; Free Haunter's Toolbox Master Class; Salem Mask Mandate; "Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins" Returns to...

Last week we mentioned that Universal matching 2019 attendance levels with Cedar Fair at 85%. Disney’s Q3 Earnings report is better. Stories Covered: Disney’s Earnings Report; Cedar Fair Announces 2022 Investment; 12 Hasbro-themed entertainment...

Haunters Against Hate was established in the aftermath of the Pulse shooting in 2016 and raises money for LGBTQ+ organizations. Earlier this year, Haunters Against Hate became a nationally recognized 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. This past July...

Dent Schoolhouse Announces Haunter night; the HAA's New Resources; Morris Costumes Sold; Reaper's Realm denied rezoning; Zombie Joe's Toxic Vampyre; Fear Factory Partners with Don’t be a monster; Lego’s Halloween Special; The Food Network Halloween...

As China begins to shut down again, attractions in the US are fighting to stay open and working. NYC’s new mandate program for recreation is one path, while Florida’s is another. And yet, numbers released this week show Universal already matching 2019...

Ever since the first Women in Haunting panel at HAuNTcon, a movement has been building to acknowledge women in the haunt industry. And now, finally, we have an industry book telling their stories. “Not Afraid to Slay: Women of the Haunt Industry” is a...

All Hallow's Even at Winchester Mystery House; Temecula Terror Comes to Inland Empire; Fun.com's Halloween Heroes Hiring Program; Amazing JIRO's Haunted House NFT; Netherworld Haunted House's "Rise of the Netherspawn"; Spirit Halloween's flagship...

Delta is all that’s on anyone’s mind this week, so we’re doing something a little different. We dedicate the show to what you can do no to prepare. What contingency plans can I make? How much should I reduce capacity? How will that impact staffing?...

To celebrate episode 500, we’re trying something different. Get in the car and hang out ‘mystery science theatre’ style as we go through the ‘Stranger Things: The Drive Into Experience.’

Events from all over are announcing their return including Halloweekends, Brick or Treat, the York Halloween Parade, house of spirits, and Scream n' Stream. Halloween Horror Nights - Universal Orlando, Knott's Scary Farm & Howl-O-Scream made...

This week we’re giving updates on industry staffing and then discussing new openings that focus on blending IP with the natural world to refurbish existing attractions. Stories: Disney Cruise Line to resume Bahamian voyages from Florida in August;...

Your Weekly Haunt Industry News! LA Reinstates Mask Requirements; Eastern State Penitentiary Reimagines Halloween Event; The ScareHouse Celebrates 20 Years; Texas Haunters Convention is THIS WEEKEND; Knott's Scary Farm announces dates; Halloween...

While France and LA are adding new mandates, new attractions are opening in time for the Fall Season. This week: LA County’s mask mandate; France’s tourism pass; Disney’s new campus; Halloween Nights at Eastern State; よみうりランド Pokemon Hunt; Universal...

This weekend - July 17th & 18th, 2021 – Haunters and Halloween fans alike will gather at the Mesquite Convention Center for the Texas Haunters Convention. This two-day cash & carry style Halloween convention is open to the general public and has a...

At the end of episode 57, Scott mentioned the importance of staffing and retention for the 2021 season. This episode was inspired by that off-the-cuff comment and explores the issue in greater depth.

Universal Studios Hollywood announced the return of Halloween Horror Nights on select nights September 9th - October 31st. The event will feature the new "The Haunting of Hill House" maze based on the popular Netflix series. Fans will encounter many...

Stories covered: The Travel industry has a blueprint for reopening international travel; A congressional update from IAAPA; IAAPA Awards are open; The Theas are now free to stream; Universal Hollywood and Disneyland announce Halloween events; Lego’s...