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Every video tagged “podcast” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
241 videos
Hauntcast sits down with Steve Reeves, a veteran haunter with over two decades of experience running his well-known yard haunt and the S&J Haunted Productions business. In this lengthy interview, Steve shares insights drawn from a long career spanning home haunting, prop building, and running a haunt-related business. The conversation is part of Hauntcast's ongoing 'Haunting Gurus' interview series, which spotlights experienced figures in the haunting community. Listeners get an in-depth look at the mindset, history, and passion behind one of the hobby's long-running practitioners.
Hauntcast Episode 77 is a long-form Halloween industry podcast featuring interviews with Michael 'MJ' Jonathan of Legends of the Fog haunt and Nathan Fronczak of Slaughterhouse Studios, alongside music from BAT!. The episode includes multiple recurring segments covering haunt news, dark web finds, themed cocktails, and creature lore from a rotating cast of contributors. At over three hours, it offers a wide-ranging look at the professional haunt world and Halloween culture. It serves as a community hub for haunters, horror enthusiasts, and industry insiders.
A Hauntcast production in the style of a late-night horror variety show, this episode features hosts Johnny Thunder and Baker delivering reviews of recent horror films including Pearl, Barbarian, and Don't F in the Woods 2, alongside horror comic and graphic novel coverage. The episode is rounded out by musical guests, community news, and discussion of haunt-adjacent topics like Crystal Lake Tours and the Bates Motel haunt. Timestamped chapters make it easy to jump to specific reviews or segments. The show leans into a punk and metal aesthetic, making it as much an entertainment experience as an information source for horror fans.
This short promotional clip advertises Hauntcast, a Halloween and horror podcast covering haunt news, how-tos, prop building, and interviews with community figures. The video serves as a seasonal call-to-action encouraging viewers to tune in across major podcast platforms. It targets the broader haunting community — from yard haunters to professional attraction operators.
This episode of HaunTopic Radio features a wide-ranging conversation with haunted attraction insiders Jonathan and Crystal, covering the business and creative sides of running a haunt. Key topics include navigating copyrights and trademarks as a haunted attraction operator, developing strong haunt concepts, and identifying the qualities that elevate a haunt from ordinary to exceptional. The episode is part of a broader discussion of top haunted attraction podcasts for the haunt community.
Hauntcast hosts Shawn and Matt visit Baker's Halloween haunted house in Hudson, New Hampshire for an in-person interview and walkthrough. The episode is part of Hauntcast's ongoing 'Haunting Gurus' interview series, which spotlights passionate home haunters and their creations. At nearly an hour long, the conversation likely dives into the creative process, prop building philosophy, and the haunter's personal journey. It offers an inside look at what drives dedicated home haunt creators to go all-out each Halloween season.
Hauntcast host Baker sits down with Brian Hunter of Pumpkin Riot Productions for an in-depth conversation covering the full spectrum of yard haunt creation. The discussion spans sculpting and monster making through to airbrushing, lighting, and audio design. As part of Hauntcast's Haunting Gurus interview series, the episode offers an insider look at one creator's craft and philosophy. Listeners come away with a broad range of practical inspiration drawn from Brian's hands-on experience.
Hauntcast, a long-running Halloween-focused audio podcast, announces its return to major podcast platforms. The show covers a wide range of haunter-centric content including prop building how-tos, haunt and horror news, product reviews, haunt theory, and scare tactics. Episodes also feature interviews with both home haunters and professional haunted attraction creators.
Hauntcast Episode 78 is a long-form Halloween industry podcast featuring interviews with prominent figures from the haunt world, including Chad Jensen of Hauntstreet and Gary Fey of Gary Fey Creations, alongside tech insights from Chris Gay of Haunt Tech Tips. The episode also includes recurring segments covering haunt news, industry happenings, web finds, and themed cocktail content, plus a musical contribution from The Retarded Rats. At over three hours, it functions as a wide-ranging roundtable for haunt enthusiasts and professionals. The episode aired in August 2019 as part of the show's seventh season.
Hauntcast Episode 76, titled 'Home Brewed,' is a long-form Halloween podcast featuring interviews with home haunt creators from Rotten Apple 907 and prop/FX maker Kyle Thompson of Midnight Studios FX. The episode is rounded out by a roster of recurring segments covering haunt news, web finds, cocktail culture, theatrical storytelling, and original Halloween music from Radon. It offers a broad slice of the home haunt and Halloween enthusiast community in a single extended listen.
TransWorld Live Season 4 Episode 8 is a roundtable discussion featuring notable figures from the haunted attraction industry, including representatives from Sinister Visions, Studio 1031 Concepts, and Reaper's Revenge. The conversation follows the Legendary Haunt Tour and covers industry insights and experiences. The episode also includes updates on upcoming TransWorld Trade Shows, making it a hub of news for haunt professionals.
This Hauntcast podcast episode features an in-depth interview with Jon Acors of Dark Acres, who shares his journey transitioning from home haunting to running a professional haunted attraction. Host Baker also provides a community update on Hauntcast and Village Mire, including news about a relocation to Kentucky. The conversation offers insight into the challenges and milestones that come with scaling a haunt from backyard passion project to full professional operation.
Hauntcast sits down with Ricky Dick, the creative force behind Castle Blood, for an in-depth conversation covering his decades-long career in the haunted attraction world. Drawing on over 30 years of experience, Ricky shares insights into what makes Castle Blood a distinctive and enduring haunt. The discussion spans tips, trade secrets, and the philosophy behind building memorable haunted experiences.
Hauntcast host Baker sits down with Dave Appel, the prop builder behind HorrorProps and the Infested Oaks home haunt, for an in-depth conversation about his haunting journey. Dave is widely recognized in the haunter community for creating a floating Max prop inspired by Stranger Things. The wide-ranging interview covers prop building philosophy, home haunt design, and insights from a seasoned DIY haunter. At 65 minutes, it offers an immersive look into the mind of a creative force in the Halloween community.
This Hauntcast podcast episode features a long-form interview with David Lady, known in the haunting community as the Mask Wizard. The conversation covers his expertise in latex mask creation, his home haunt Horror Hotel, and his YouTube series Creepy Cheapies, which focuses on budget-friendly prop building. Listeners get an inside look at the creative mind and haunting philosophy behind one of the community's notable mask artisans.
Hauntcast host Baker sits down with Disney Imagineer Steve Cotroneo for an in-depth conversation covering Steve's personal haunting history and his home haunt, Grimwood Hollow. The extended interview offers a rare look at how professional theme-park design sensibilities translate into a home haunt context. Listeners gain insight into the creative mindset and passion that drives one of the haunting community's more accomplished enthusiasts.
HauntScene LIVE hosts Alyse and Adeliz of Park Hopping Chicks, a duo with over three years of experience covering theme parks, haunted attractions, and seasonal horror events. The conversation spans their adventures at major events including Halloween Horror Nights, SeaWorld's Howl-O-Scream, and various regional haunted attractions. The guests are known for high-energy community engagement including endurance challenges, trivia competitions, and multi-park marathon days. As an LGBTQ+ couple, they also bring a focus on inclusive representation within the horror and theme park enthusiast community.
HauntScene Live hosts Jeff Barker, an award-winning screenwriter and Black List recommended writer, for a deep conversation about his work as script consultant on the horror thriller Obsession. The episode explores the development of the film, what a script consultant actually does, and broader lessons in screenwriting and story structure. Barker brings a uniquely diverse background — spanning psychiatry, broadcast journalism, and filmmaking — to his perspective on crafting compelling horror narratives. The discussion is geared toward anyone curious about how strong stories are developed and brought to the screen in independent horror filmmaking.
HauntScene Radio Episode 4 is a podcast-style discussion focused on Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa, covering what to expect from the event. The hosts also share a top-10 list of practical tips for getting the most out of visiting haunted attractions during the Halloween season. The episode is aimed at haunt enthusiasts in Central Florida and beyond looking to plan smarter haunt visits.
Hauntcast Episode 80 wraps up the 2019 Halloween haunting season with the full Scream Team crew reflecting on highlights and memories from the year. The episode also explores a ghostly Christmas angle courtesy of Midnight Syndicate, blending holiday spirit with Halloween sensibility. Regular segments include Theater of the Mind, News From Beyond, Something Wicked, and Shocktails, keeping the format familiar for returning listeners.
Hauntcast Episode 81 is a wide-ranging Halloween podcast installment featuring an interview with Jeff West of West FX Inc., joined by haunt reviewer Rob Nulton of The Haunt Rater and Chamber of Haunters. The episode includes recurring segments such as News From Beyond, The Darkest Web, Shocktails, and Theater of the Mind, alongside music from 5¢ Freakshow. At over two hours, it offers a deep dive into the home haunt and Halloween enthusiast community. The format blends industry conversation, entertainment, and community news into a single extended listen.
HauntScene Radio Episode 10 wraps up its first season with a live web show dedicated to the Central Florida haunt scene. The episode covers major attractions including Halloween Horror Nights and Howl-O-Scream alongside independent haunts like The Shallow Grave, The Vault of Souls, and Scream-A-Geddon. Dubbed 'The Drunk Edition,' this season finale takes a lighthearted tone while still delivering haunt-focused conversation. It is part of a weekly Tuesday night series that aired throughout the fall season.
Hauntcast sits down with Allen Hopps, prop master and director of Dark Hour Haunted House in Plano, TX, for an in-depth conversation about his career and journey through the haunt industry. As a recognized figure in professional haunting, Hopps shares insights drawn from years of experience running a high-profile attraction. The long-form interview format makes it ideal for anyone looking to learn from one of the field's most respected voices. Fans of haunt history and industry storytelling will find plenty to absorb across the full 75-minute runtime.
Hauntcast host Baker sits down with Tim Fowler to explore the origins of his passion for haunting and the evolution of his home haunt, the Farm Haunt, located in Castaic, California. The conversation traces Tim's haunting roots and the creative journey that shaped his distinctive farm-themed attraction. As part of Hauntcast's Interviews with Haunting Gurus series, the episode offers an inside look at what drives a dedicated home haunter to build and grow a community-facing haunt year after year.
