Episodes

May 6, 2019

[ScareTrack] Episode 140 : Horrify Me / Rick Jones Interview

Rick is an award winning photographer of Horrify Me. Turning 'normal' people into Vampire, Zombies, Horror Icons and much more. Hannah gets a bloody make-over photoshoot and we interview Rick on this episode of the ScareTrack podcast. For more...

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May 6, 2019

[A Scott in the Dark] Episode 5 - You Suck

How to view criticism as a gift that can help you make your haunt the best ever

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May 3, 2019

[Haunt Weekly] Episode 178 - 31 Ways to Keep Halloween Alive 365

This week on Haunt Weekly, we're about as far as Halloween as possible, the weather is getting warmer and it can pretty much not feel less like Halloween. Luckily, we're haunters and we have a lot of great ways to …

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April 30, 2019

[A Scott in the Dark] Episode 6 (Archive) - When is it too much with …

When it comes to creating an extreme haunt, how do you know when you’ve crossed over the line?

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April 30, 2019

[ScareTrack] Mad About Horror / Mark Jardine Interview

Mikey interviews Mark Jardine, the Marketing Manager for Mad About Horror. They discuss the range of horror items M.A.H sell, how the company has grown over the years, and delve into the work M.A.H has accomplished along side UK Scream …

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April 30, 2019

[HaunTopic] Haunt Marketing & Real Ghost Stories

In this podcast episode, we chat with Tony Brueski on How to Get More People to your Haunted Attraction and valuable Tips that you can implement this season. Tony also hosts two podcasts about real ghosts stories, so of course …

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April 30, 2019

[Haunt Weekly] Episode 177 - Paranormal Cirque

ast week, we were late because we paid a visit to the Paranormal Cirque, this week, we're recounting that visit but with a haunter's eye as we look at some lessons that other (non-traveling) haunted attractions can learn. Please bear …

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April 21, 2019

[Haunt Weekly] Episode 176 - March/April News

This week on Haunt Weekly it's time to do the news! And what a month of news we have for you with stories from all over the world, including new attractions, attractions reopening and one that had an unexpected closing. …

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April 19, 2019

[Marketing Your Attraction] Episode 30 : Coming up with better ideas

Where do ideas come from? What makes someone creative? How do I get better ideas? Discover the process and best practices behind brainstorming in this episode.

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April 9, 2019

[Haunt Weekly] Episode 175 - Why the Haunt Industry is Looking Great

ast week's episode was something of a downer. Luckily, this week we get to be a bit more optimistic as we talk about all of the signs that show the haunt industry's future is looking bright. Admittedly, this episode was …

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April 8, 2019

[Scaretrack] Episode 138 Brexit Escape Room by Immersive Events 2019

The ScareTrack team were invited to Shrewsbury Prison to try and escape BR-EXIT, Immersive Events brand new escape room. Book your tickets here: https://www.imevents.global/brexit Watch our latest ScareCam vlog episodes:...

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April 8, 2019

[Marketing Your Attraction] Episode 29 -Experiential Marketing Experi…

Experiential Marketing Experiences are increasing in number and complexity. Some experimental marketing campaigns are nearly identical to attractions! We discuss the benefits and threats posed by this new form of campaign. A quick overview of the...

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April 3, 2019

[A Scott in the Dark] Episode 7 - Auditions and How to Survive Them

It's audition season for most haunted attractions, so Scott decided to dedicate an episode to tips and tricks for auditioning. (Actually, these work for most audition situations so you might want to share this episode with your "theatrical" friends.)

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April 3, 2019

[Scare Track] Episode 137 - Alton Towers Dungeons

ScareTrack Host Hannah gives her full in-depth review of the brand new Dungeon at the Alton Towers Resort. Get your tickets to Alton Towers and the Dungeons here: www.altontowers.com Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/scaretrack ScareTrack...

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April 2, 2019

[Haunt Weekly] Episode 174 - Why the Haunt Industry is in Trouble

Depending on how you look at it, the haunt industry is either set to rocket to the moon or it's doomed to crash and burn. As small business people, we think a lot about the future of the haunt industry …

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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 …

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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 …

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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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