Episodes

March 29, 2019

[HaunTopic] TransWorld 2019

The Transworld Halloween and Attractions Show is the largest trade show that features products focused directly to Haunted Attractions, Themed Attractions, and Escape Rooms. This was the first year that a Christmas Show was added into the show. The...

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March 28, 2019

[A Scott in the Dark] Episode 29- Transworld 2019

Scott talks about his experience as a vendor and presenter at Transworld's Halloween & Attractions Show...NOW WITH CHRISTMAS in St. Louis! Listen to his interviews with Quan Gan from ZTAG 2.0, Sharon Aguillen from TCB Productions and a "reverse...

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March 27, 2019

[ScareTrack] Episode 136 : London Dungeons & Lots of announcements!

2 PART EPISODE! In the first section of this episode, Kate Monroe visits The London Dungeons at County Hall and gives her in depth review of her latest visit to the attraction. You can get your tickets here:...

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March 27, 2019

[Haunt Weekly] Episode 173 -Crafty Li'l Devil

This week on Haunt Weekly, we're sitting down Elizabeth Zibilich, the proprietor behind Crafty Li'l Devil, a New Orleans costuming company, and, as of this year, a first time haunter. Elizabeth cut her teeth this year doing makeup for the The...

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March 16, 2019

[HaunTopic Radio]: Women In Haunting Master Mind

Women do exist in the Haunted Attraction Industry. They are Haunt Owners, Haunt Business Owners, Designers, Special FX Artists, Scare Managers, Scare Actors, Haunt Moms, Security, Maintenance, Ticket Takers, Parking Lot Attendees, and just about...

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March 16, 2019

[ScareTrack] Episode 133: Horror Crypt 2019

Mikey and Hannah interview Kurt Walsh, the owner of the Horror Crypt in Blackpool. Kurt explains how he came to buy the Crypt in 2017 and how his passion and drive has made it the success it is today. www.facebook.com/horrorcryptblackpool...

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March 15, 2019

[ScareTrack] Episode 135: Dan Thorpe Interview

ScareTrack Episode 135 - Dan Thorpe Interview (Mental Health & Scare Acting) DISCLAIMER- In this episode we discuss some dark topics that some listeners may find distressing. Dan Thorpe has been acting for a number of seasons at the award winning...

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March 14, 2019

[Scaretrack] Episode 134: Alcohol at Scare attractions. Yes or No?

The ScareTrack team discuss the pros and cons of serving alcohol at scare events. Are scares better drunk? Should you be stone cold sober? Listen to hear our thoughts and the feedback from our social media followers. ScareTrack Patreon:...

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March 6, 2019

[A Scott in the Dark] Flashback Episode 8: The Pros and Cons of Shows…

In this episode, Scott chats about Haunted Attraction conventions, seminars, and festivals. He answers questions like, "Why should I go?" "What should I do?" and "Is it worth it?”.

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Feb. 28, 2019

[A Scott in the Dark] Episode 28: Listeners Choice Volume 1

Members of the Facebook Listeners Group submitted a list of topics for discussion...and here are some of them. This is the first of several episodes based on listener input. Thank you Patrick, Austin, Matthieu, Tater, and Wicksey for your suggestions....

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Feb. 25, 2019

[A Scott in the Dark] Flashback: Episode 9 A Scott in the Dark Making…

This episode was recorded in the midst of the 2017 Haunt Season and focuses on surviving the full run of a haunted event without losing your voice, your health or your mind. Scott discusses the importance of planning before the event, maintaining the...

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Feb. 11, 2019

[Marketing Your Attraction] The quick & dirty Marketing Plan

Struggling with your attraction's marketing plan? This episode walks you step by step through a marketing plan. Download the template from our email list!

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Feb. 7, 2019

[HaunTopic] HAuNTcon 2019: Our review and interviews from the convent…

HAuNTcon (co-located with the Halloween and Party Expo) is one of the nations's fastest growing conventions for Haunters, Halloween buyers, and Haunted Attraction Owners. HAuNTcon stands for Haunted Attraction National Tradeshow and Convention. IN...

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Jan. 29, 2019

[A Scott in the Dark] Episode 27: HAuNTcon 2019 Interviews With Frien…

Scott recorded a great (and often silly) conversation with his friends Rick West from Midsummer Scream and entertainment icon J Michael Roddy. He also recorded a "simulcast" with Johnny Bronto and Haunt Scene which aired live via Facebook Live. This...

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Jan. 15, 2019

[A Scott in the Dark] Episode 26: The Special Event Tradeshow 2019

Hear Scott's thoughts and observations about The Special Event Tradeshow 2019 in San Diego California.

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Jan. 5, 2019

[HaunTopic] Epic Home Haunts: The Documentary About the Lives of Home…

The Epic Home Haunts Documentary is a movie that shares the lives of four Home Haunter families and how they get ready for Halloween each year. Setting up realistic Haunted Attraction events in their yards, garages, & properties..all for free for...

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Jan. 2, 2019

[A Scott in the Dark] Episode 25: Shopping for Your Haunt All Year Lo…

Since Haunters never really stop haunting, this episode discusses what to keep an eye out for all year long so that when the season arrives, you will have everything you need to tell a terrifying story.

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Nov. 19, 2018

[HaunTopic Radio] Hauntcon 2019 & Stories of The Dead Factory and Dea…

What's inside this podcast episode? Liz Irving joins us from HAuNTcon: Haunted Attraction National Tradeshow & Convention to let us in on what's going on this January 25-27th in New Orleans. Brian and Darryl discuss their Haunt Season..some...

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Oct. 28, 2018

[A Scott in the Dark] Episode 24: Installing Canadian Dark or a Layov…

While making a transfer in the Huston airport, Scott shares some of his experience installing his most recent haunt project, "Dark" at Fort Edmonton Park in Edmonton Alberta Canada. He also discusses a couple of other great Haunts this season...be...

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Sept. 18, 2018

Marketing Your Attraction: Marketing’s Role In Recruiting

NEWS/Quick-Takes: The Halloween season is starting much earlier than usual and the Theme Park Halloween landscape is shifting to keep pace. See Festival del Terror at 6 Flags Mexico, the early Cedar Point opening of HalloWeekends, and Knott’s....

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Sept. 16, 2018

[A Scott in the Dark] Episode 23: When the Tide Comes in All Ships Ri…

Scott discusses the importance of treating other haunters and other attractions with respect, especially in the world of social media. He talks about finding the right forum to share suggestions and the importance of professionalism.

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Sept. 12, 2018

[A Scott in the Dark] Episode 22 The 4 Levels of Haunt

Scott chats about the 4 key demographics that haunted attractions target; Kids, Tweens, Teens Plus and Mature Guests. Having worked on haunted attractions from each of these categories, he is able to share insight into all of them.

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Sept. 3, 2018

Adding Value to Your Attraction (AKA Rethinking Upcharges)

NEWS/Quick-Takes: Amazon has YouTube envy: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-08-15/amazon-wants-twitch-to-be-a-youtube-competitor?mod=djemCMOToday Theme Park Announcements: Canada’s Wonderland Six Flags Magic Mountain Carowinds Scary Farm...

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Aug. 31, 2018

Groupon and the Art of Discounting - A Cautionary Tale

NEWS/Quick-Takes: This 18+ Horror-Themed Campground Is The Most Disturbing Place To Go Camping: https://www.narcity.com/ca/on/toronto/travel/this-18-horror-themed-campground-near-toronto-is-the-most-disturbing-place-youll-ever-go-camping Six Flags...

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