Episodes

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...
Jan. 26, 2021

2020 Haunt Awards from Haunted House Tour.com

Todd Cox and Paul Meredith from Haunted House Tour.com discuss their 2020 Award Recipients. Haunted House Tour is a private group of haunted house enthusiasts based in Cincinnati, OH who make a yearly tour of haunted attractions around the tri-state...
Jan. 21, 2021

Mask Hysteria – How to Seamlessly Incorporate Masks into Costumes

While masks have become the new norm at the grocery store, you may be thinking there’s no way they belong on the monsters in your haunt but they are a necessary evil to keep guests and actors safe. Alisa Kleckner, owner of Scared of My Shadow, LLC, a...
Jan. 20, 2021

LIVE Panel: I Didn't Think It Would Work...But It Did: Lessons Learned From the 2020 Haunt Season

During this live keynote event, our panel of operators and consultants will talk through how changes made because of the pandemic crisis can improve the haunt industry in the future. Hear about innovations in everything from ticketing to training,...
Jan. 19, 2021

In Memory of Jason Oliver

The world lost a great man last week. This episode is In Memory of Jason Oliver from The Haunted Wastelands in Calgary Alberta. You can listen to our interview with Jason from 2016 here: https://soundcloud.com/hauntedpod/e291
Jan. 19, 2021

BONUS: Green Tagged - The Climate Experience Economy plus New Covid Policies

This week on Green Tagged: Policies and Mandates to get back out in front of the COVID Spread and Climate Change leads to more Experience Based Economy. Stories covered: “Japan to halt all business travel in new step to curb COVID-19,” “Around 80% of...
Jan. 15, 2021

Turning Pro: Taking your Haunt from Volunteer to Paid by Haunter's Toolbox

Turning Pro is the dream for many home and volunteer haunts, but how do you know when to make the leap? What does it take? Is it safe to leap in 2021? This is a preview of the live panel from the Haunt Masters of Haunter's Toolbox. Bring your...
Jan. 12, 2021

Postmortem: The Last Carnival & HAuNTcon 2021 Preview

Scott Swenson comes on to preview HAuNTcon’s 2021 Keynote Panel "I Didn't Think It Would Work...But It Did: Lessons Learned From the 2020 Haunt Season!" Register FREE for HAuNTcon at www.hauntcon.com and attend this panel LIVE Jan 19th at 1PM ET! Up...
Jan. 11, 2021

BONUS: Green Tagged - The Capitol & Japan’s Shutdown – What it means for your attraction

On today’s Green Tagged, we discuss Combating Disenfranchisement and Designing for Empathy. Stories covered: “Inside the Capitol Siege,” “Japan declares 2nd State of Emergency,” “Busch Gardens Williamsburg to be open for first time in January,”...
Jan. 8, 2021

Postmortem: Dark View Haunted Attraction

A Post Mortem Report from Dark View Haunted Attraction in Toronto, Ohio. Being an outdoor attraction is always challenging, but 2020 added another level. Listen to how these haunters adapted!
Jan. 5, 2021

Women in Haunting

On January 18th, 2020, five talented and experienced women in the haunted-attraction industry gathered on stage at HAuNTcon for the second annual Women in Haunting panel. The first year’s panel offered insight into wide-ranging challenges and...
Jan. 4, 2021

BONUS: Green Tagged – Deglobalization, Demand Regeneration, & Changing Guest Expectations

On today’s Green Tagged, we examine three trends that will impact your attraction in 2021: Demand regeneration, Changing Guest Expectations, and Deglobalization. Stories covered: Universal reaches capacity before 9AM; Denny’s hostess quits on the spot...
Jan. 1, 2021

SPECIAL: A New Year

Well dear listeners, we made it to the end of 2020. Phew. And while we plan for 2021, it’s a good time to reflect on what we learned this year. On today’s Special, we’re celebrating the end of 2020 with some of your favorite podcasters and guests....
Jan. 1, 2021

BONUS: HaunTopic Radio - Haunt Trends for 2021 with Philip Hernandez

A Bonus show from HaunTopic Radio where Darryl, Brian, and Philip discuss the top Haunted Attraction Trends from 2020 and what you need to do to prepare for 2021. Want to join our next conversation? Join at HauntersToolbox.com
Dec. 31, 2020

BONUS: A Scott in the Dark Episode 50 - Looking Backwards and Forwards

In celebration of the 50th episode of "A Scott in the Dark", Scott looks back to the initial reason for doing the podcast and forward to the opportunities it has provided. The show includes a few clips from previous shows, including a 2018 interview...
Dec. 31, 2020

BONUS: Haunt Weekly - Simulated Violence in Haunting

This is a bonus rebroadcast from Haunt Weekly: “This week on Haunt Weekly, we’re looking at the issue of simulated violence in haunted houses and discussing what boundaries should be set and what is best for your haunt and your customers. There’s not...
Dec. 31, 2020

BONUS: Green Tagged - Taking a stand on Diversity & Sustainability

On today’s Green Tagged, we continue the Futureproofing discussion with two topics your attraction should tackle in 2021: Diversity and Sustainability. Stories covered: “The World Travel & Tourism Council published new diversity guidelines for the...
Dec. 31, 2020

The 13 Commandments of Haunting – Part 2

Coming up on today’s show, Part 2 of Darryl’s interview with Scott Swenson about Scott’s new book “The 13 commandments of haunting.” Find “The 13 commandments of haunting” on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/38poMTs
Dec. 25, 2020

SPECIAL: A Haunter’s Christmas

Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a… Gremlin? What does Christmas look like at a haunter’s house? I was curious to know how other haunters celebrated the holiday season, so I asked a few....
Dec. 23, 2020

Episode 400 – The 13 Commandments of Haunting Part 1

To celebrate our 400th episode, we’re hosting a giveaway! On today’s show you’ll hear Scott Swenson discuss his new book “The 13 commandments of haunting.” And we’re giving away a few copies of the book! Simply email me...
Dec. 22, 2020

BONUS: Green Tagged - Future Proofing Your Attraction

On today’s Green Tagged: Virtualizing pieces of your experiences and what the FTC’s case against Facebook means for your attraction. Stories: BBC’s new Radiophonic Travel Agency, VR waterslide at Vana Nava Water Jungle, Thailand, MicroStrategy’s...
Dec. 17, 2020

Crafting Villains with We Are The Monsters

Mary Imagination has the unique perspective of being both a scare actor and a debut novelist. In this episode you’ll hear an excerpt from her new young adult fantasy horror novel ‘We Are The Monsters.’ Then, Mary joins to discuss crafting villains for...
Dec. 15, 2020

This Haunt’s Christmas TikTok has over 3 million views

Josh Sumsion from Dead City Haunted House comes on to discuss the process behind their TikTok videos, some of which are going viral. Here’s what you need to know to get your TikTok up and running. In the News: Trouble for 13th World in Cumberland;...
Dec. 14, 2020

BONUS: Green Tagged - What Warner Brothers taught us about Pivoting the guest experience

This week on ‘Green Tagged: Theme Park in 30’ we dive deep into the ripples caused by Warner Brothers in the entertainment and attractions industry. Stories covered: Warner Bros CEO Jason Kilar explains his move in an interview with the NY Times;...