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A curated, searchable archive of the dark craft — DIY props and animatronics, home-haunt walkthroughs, makeup, lighting, fog, and effects. Every film embedded from its creator, organized so you can actually find what you need.

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406 videos

Pandemic Effects on 2020 Season - Theater of the Mind
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Pandemic Effects on 2020 Season - Theater of the Mind

In this short, reflective podcast segment from Hauntcast's Theater of the Mind series, host Revenant considers how the 2020 pandemic may affect the haunted attraction season. The episode is notably more serious in tone than typical installments, focusing on the uncertainty facing haunters of all kinds — from home haunts to professional attractions. It serves as a candid, community-minded check-in during an unprecedented time for the Halloween industry.

Hauntcast· 11 views
Ohio Halloween Haunter Convention - Bone Phone
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Ohio Halloween Haunter Convention - Bone Phone

Hauntcast host Baker interviews Maximus Bryant, a key figure behind the Ohio Halloween and Haunters Convention, in a podcast-style conversation. The discussion centers on the convention and the broader haunter community. Running about 25 minutes, this episode offers an inside look at one of the Midwest's notable gatherings for Halloween enthusiasts and industry professionals.

Hauntcast· 37 views
WEST FX: JEFF WEST INTERVIEW - INTERVIEWS WITH HAUNTING GURUS
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WEST FX: JEFF WEST INTERVIEW - INTERVIEWS WITH HAUNTING GURUS

Hauntcast host Baker sits down with Jeff West, Art Director and CEO of West FX Inc., for an in-depth industry conversation as part of the podcast's ongoing Haunting Gurus interview series. The discussion offers a behind-the-scenes look at the professional haunt world from the perspective of an experienced special effects creative leader. At nearly 40 minutes, the episode provides substantial insight into the craft and business side of haunted attractions.

Hauntcast· 19 views
Horror Reviews: Wrinkles, Cupis, Perfect House - Shocktails
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Horror Reviews: Wrinkles, Cupis, Perfect House - Shocktails

Shocktails is Hauntcast's horror review segment hosted by Johnny Thunder and Baker Brew, covering recent horror film news and reviews. This episode tackles five titles: Wrinkles the Clown, Echoes of Fear, A Perfect House, The Tokoloshe, and Cupid. The segment is conversational and podcast-style, aimed at haunters who enjoy keeping up with the broader horror genre alongside their prop-building and haunt work.

Hauntcast· 16 views
Contrast in Your Haunt - Theater of the Mind
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Set Design

Contrast in Your Haunt - Theater of the Mind

This Hauntcast episode dives into the concept of contrast as a design principle within haunted attractions and home haunts. The host explores how juxtaposing realistic elements against clearly unreal ones can heighten tension, enhance immersion, and mess with guests' perception — a technique rooted in 'theater of the mind.' The discussion encourages haunters to think strategically about what they make believable versus fantastical in order to maximize scare impact.

Hauntcast· 40 views
Haunt Rater: Rob Nulton - Bone Phone
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Haunt Rater: Rob Nulton - Bone Phone

This Hauntcast episode features host Baker in conversation with Rob Nulton, known for The Haunt Rater and Chamber of Haunters. The discussion appears to be an interview or community chat touching on haunted attractions, home haunts, and the broader haunting hobby. As a podcast-style video, it offers perspective from within the haunter community rather than a hands-on tutorial.

Hauntcast· 15 views
Spooky Goodies from Around the Web - Darkest Web
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Spooky Goodies from Around the Web - Darkest Web

Hauntcast's 'Darkest Web' segment, hosted by Morbid Mariah, rounds up the latest spooky discoveries from across the internet, including dark TV shows, Halloween craft blogs, and miscellaneous oddities. The episode also highlights an inspiring home haunt as a centerpiece feature. It functions as a curated digest for dedicated haunters looking to stay plugged into the broader Halloween community. The format is casual and podcast-style, making it easy to absorb between haunt projects.

Hauntcast· 15 views
Herb the Podcast Salesman
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Herb the Podcast Salesman

A short, comedic promotional clip for the Hauntcast podcast featuring a fictional used-podcast salesman character from the Netherrealm. The bit plays on classic sleazy-salesman tropes to pitch the show to new listeners in a Halloween-flavored, tongue-in-cheek way. At roughly one minute, it functions as a fun advertisement rather than instructional content.

Hauntcast· 49 views
The Scream Team Discussing 2019 Season
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The Scream Team Discussing 2019 Season

The Hauntcast crew — dubbed the Scream Team — gathers for a candid post-season roundtable reflecting on their 2019 Halloween experiences. The conversation covers both highlights and disappointments from the season across home haunts, yard haunts, and professional attractions. At over 80 minutes, this is a deep-dive community discussion rather than a tutorial or walkthrough.

Hauntcast· 25 views
The Circus, More than just Clowns - Theater of the Mind
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Set Design

The Circus, More than just Clowns - Theater of the Mind

In this Theater of the Mind segment from the Hauntcast podcast, host Uncle Rev explores the circus as a rich and multifaceted haunt theme that goes well beyond the expected clown gags. The episode walks listeners through conceptual ideas for building an immersive circus or carnival horror environment. It serves as creative inspiration for haunters looking to develop a cohesive, atmospheric big-top experience.

Hauntcast· 38 views
Horror Reviews: The Lighthouse - Shocktails
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Horror Reviews: The Lighthouse - Shocktails

Shocktails is Hauntcast's horror movie review segment hosted by Johnny Thunder, covering a selection of genre films alongside a preview of upcoming 2020 horror releases. Titles reviewed in this episode include Pickaxe, Blood Bags, Lost Gully Road, American Hunt, and The Lighthouse. The segment is delivered in a casual podcast format aimed at the haunter community's love of horror culture beyond prop building and attraction design.

Hauntcast· 16 views
Add Interactive Elements to Haunt - Something Wicked
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Set Design

Add Interactive Elements to Haunt - Something Wicked

Wick-Ed Gannon of Hauntcast's Something Wicked segment walks through a range of strategies for making haunted attractions more interactive and engaging for guests. The episode covers multiple approaches haunters can use to elevate passive scares into participatory experiences. It applies equally to home haunts, yard haunts, and larger professional setups.

Hauntcast· 16 views
Haunted Graveyard: Interview w/ Chris Birkett - IWHG
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Home Haunts

Haunted Graveyard: Interview w/ Chris Birkett - IWHG

Hauntcast host sits down with Arizona haunter Chris Birkett for an in-depth interview tour of his acclaimed home yard haunt, the Haunted Graveyard. Chris shares the vision, craftsmanship, and passion behind what has become a landmark Halloween attraction in his region. The conversation spans prop building, haunt design philosophy, and the dedication required to create a standout graveyard display. At nearly 80 minutes, this episode offers an extensive look inside one serious home haunter's creative world.

Hauntcast· 75 views
Make Sure You Enjoy the Season - Theater of the Mind
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Home Haunts

Make Sure You Enjoy the Season - Theater of the Mind

Hauntcast sits down with haunter Chris Birkett for a guided tour and interview focused on his elaborate home haunt known as the Haunted Graveyard, located in Arizona. The segment celebrates the artistry and dedication behind building a standout graveyard display that has become a local landmark. The conversation encourages haunters to savor the creative process and fully embrace the Halloween season.

Hauntcast· 26 views
Halloween Greetings 2019
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Halloween Greetings 2019

A brief seasonal greeting from the Hauntcast community wishing fellow haunters a Happy Halloween. The one-minute clip serves as a festive shout-out from friends of the Hauntcast podcast rather than a tutorial or walkthrough. It reflects the tight-knit camaraderie within the haunting hobby and professional haunt world.

Hauntcast· 7 views
Horror Reviews: It Chapter 2 & 3 From Hell - Shocktails
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Horror Reviews: It Chapter 2 & 3 From Hell - Shocktails

This Hauntcast Shocktails episode features host Johnny Thunder running through a broad slate of horror media reviews, covering movies such as IT Chapter 2, 3 From Hell, Haunt, Clownado, Killer Sofa, and the Banana Splits Movie. He also touches on horror comics, books, and the American Horror Story 1984 season. The episode is presented in a casual, enthusiast-podcast format aimed at the Halloween and haunting community. It offers a fun roundup of genre content relevant to haunters looking for creative inspiration.

Hauntcast· 12 views
Halloween Treats from Morbid Mariah - Darkest Web
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Halloween Treats from Morbid Mariah - Darkest Web

Morbid Mariah returns with her 'Darkest Web' segment on the Hauntcast podcast, rounding up a handpicked selection of Halloween-themed content and products from across the internet. The episode spans streaming recommendations on Netflix and YouTube alongside seasonal items like pumpkin carving resources and Beistle Halloween products. It serves as a curated guide for haunters and Halloween enthusiasts looking for fresh inspiration and discoveries.

Hauntcast· 9 views
Amanda Reevenge Haunting: Interview w/ Amanda Ravange - Bone Phone
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Scare Acting

Amanda Reevenge Haunting: Interview w/ Amanda Ravange - Bone Phone

In this Hauntcast podcast segment, Amanda Ravange of Amanda Reevenge Haunting joins host Baker in a playful interview format to share her insights on character creation and haunt acting. The conversation is framed as a comedic prank call — dubbed the 'Bone Phone' — giving the episode a lighthearted but informative tone. Amanda draws on her haunting experience to offer practical perspective on developing compelling characters for home haunts and attractions.

Hauntcast· 17 views
13 Tips - Something Wicked
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13 Tips - Something Wicked

Experienced haunter Wick-Ed Gannon shares 13 practical tips covering a wide range of haunting disciplines in this Hauntcast episode. Billed as a Swiss-Army Knife of haunting knowledge, the segment touches on skills applicable to home haunts, yard haunts, and professional attractions alike. The podcast format makes it an accessible, on-the-go resource for haunters at various experience levels.

Hauntcast· 17 views
The More You Know w/ Skully
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The More You Know w/ Skully

A short comedic segment from the Hauntcast channel featuring their mascot character Skully dispensing tongue-in-cheek dating advice. At just one minute, this is a lighthearted, humorous interstitial rather than a how-to or build video. It reflects the fun, community-driven personality of the Hauntcast brand.

Hauntcast· 31 views
Haunt Street Home Haunt: Intreview w/ Chad Jensen - IWHG
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Home Haunts

Haunt Street Home Haunt: Intreview w/ Chad Jensen - IWHG

Hauntcast sits down with Chad Jensen, creator of the Haunt Street home haunt in Mesa, Arizona and winner of the Arizona Haunters 2018 best walk-through haunt award. In this extended interview-style episode, Chad shares his experiences, philosophies, and insights from building and running a celebrated residential haunt. The conversation offers an inside look at what it takes to turn a passion for Halloween into an award-winning neighborhood attraction.

Hauntcast· 26 views
Creepy Finger Extensions - Black Market
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Prop Reviews

Creepy Finger Extensions - Black Market

In this Hauntcast 'Black Market' segment, host Baker tries on a set of custom creepy finger extenders made by Gary Fay Creations, showcasing how the wearable props enhance a decayed or monstrous character look. The review gives viewers a close-up sense of how the extensions fit and perform as a costume or scare-acting accessory. At roughly 17 minutes, there is likely hands-on commentary about the craftsmanship and overall effect of the product.

Hauntcast· 12 views
Horror Reviews: Midsommer & Mummy Rebirth - Shocktails
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Horror Reviews: Midsommer & Mummy Rebirth - Shocktails

Shocktails is a Hauntcast segment in which hosts Thunder and Baker review a slate of horror films over drinks at their fictional Last Bar on the Left. This episode covers five titles spanning a range of subgenres, including the folk-horror festival film Midsommar, the creature-feature The Mummy Rebirth, and the irreverent B-movie The Velocipastor. The tone is casual and comedic, making it more of an entertainment listen than an instructional resource.

Hauntcast· 76 views
New Halloween Goodies from Retailers - Darkest Web
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Product Reviews

New Halloween Goodies from Retailers - Darkest Web

Hauntcast's recurring segment 'The Darkest Web' features host Morbid Mariah scouring major retailers to spotlight the latest Halloween products hitting the market this season. The segment is aimed at haunters and decorators looking to stay ahead of what's available from mainstream sources. It serves as a curated discovery tool for the haunting community, highlighting new goodies worth watching for.

Hauntcast· 8 views