Best Haunted Attractions Network Podcasts (2025)

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NEWS: Halloween Announcements from Attractions Nationwide 13:40

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1d ago13:40

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This week: Adventuredome's Fear Zone Organizer Accused of Sexual Battery; Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar at Disney Springs Gets Halloween Makeover; Two New Mazes Coming to Knott's Scary Farm; Howl-O-Scream Tampa Unveils M.A.R.S. Haunted House; Queen Mary's Dark Harbor Announces New & Updated Mazes; Field of Screams Maryland Will Not Open for the 2025 Se…

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Top 10 Horror Movies of the 21st Century 2:33:56

3h ago2:33:56

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It's pretty much a given that the 1970s and 1980s were the "golden age" for horror movies, but what about the last 25 years? Join Mike, Kat, Andrew & Matt as they list their 10 favorite films from the Digital Age. Also discussed: - Trailer for Oz Perkins' new film KEEPERS - NIC CAGE in TRUE DETECTIVE? - CHAIN REACTIONS, a TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE d…

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NEWS: Horror Unleashed Opens; Park Announcements Galore 24:18

9d ago24:18

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Last week was MASSIVE for Halloween Fans, beginning with the opening of Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas, followed by Midsummer Scream in Long Beach. Haunted Attractions took advantage of the 50,000+ attendees at Midsummer Scream to announce their Halloween plans - and we've gathered EVERYTHING for you! Highlights: Universal Reveals Terrifie…

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NEWS: Midsummer Scream Brings Haunts & Halloween to Long Beach This Weekend 11:25

14d ago11:25

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50,000 Halloween Fans will gather in Long Beach this weekend (Aug 15-17) for Midsummer Scream! Guests will experience 12+ mini-haunts, shop at 350+ vendors, and hear from local haunted attractions about this season. Also this week: Poltergeist Comes to Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood; Six Flags Reveals The Conjuring Premium Experience; Kennywood'…

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Sinners (2025) 1:32:35

28d ago1:32:35

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It's been a bit, we're back. Did you miss us? Where have we been? What does the future hold? Tune in to find out. Also discussed: - SINNERS - The new HELLRAISER video game - The GREAT MOLASSES FLOOD OF 1919 - It's a good time to be a fan of ALIEN & PREDATOR We have such sights to show you. - LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL at 508-927-1267! - We're now an affi…

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NEWS: SLASH at Halloween Horror Nights; Fire at Fear Factory; Candy Trends; and More! 12:31

29d ago12:31

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This week's headlines: SLASH to Create All-New Experiences for Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood; Want us to visit your haunt? Tell us by July 31st!; Lagoon Show and Nightmare Fuel Return to Halloween Horror Nights Orlando; New Villains for Oogie Boogie Bash at Disneyland- Disneyland's Halloween Foodie Guide 2025; Tivoli Gardens Celebrates 20 Years…

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NEWS: HHN Tests Street Experiences; Texas Haunters This Weekend 7:52

1M ago7:52

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Halloween Horror Nights Orlando announced two "all-new street experiences - "Mel's Die-In Zombies," featuring zombie carhops, and "Club Horror," featuring undead DJs. While we've seen 'street' shows in prior years, they're not typically announced and this could mean a stronger entertainment for this year's event. Also: The Texas Haunters Convention…

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NEWS: Stranger Things Haunts Heads to Singapore; Terrifier at HHN; & More 9:50

1M ago9:50

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A Stranger Things Haunted House will debut at Singapore's Halloween Horror Nights, joining the returning house, Singapore's Most Haunted: Build to Horror, two yet-to-be-announced houses, two scare zones, and three live shows. Also this week: "Terrifier" Comes to US Halloween Horror Nights; Howl-O-Scream San Diego Returns; "Fresno Fright Nights" Com…

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NEWS: Summerween Hits the Mainstream 9:27

2M ago9:27

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With the last major holiday celebration of summer out of the way (no one really decorates for Labor Day), retailers are now fully embracing the "Summerween" season, stocking Halloween-themed products earlier than ever before. As reported in last month's newsletters, stores like Michaels, Target, and Lowe's took advantage of Friday, June 13th, to be…

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NEWS: Universal's Chicago Haunt; Fear Dome; & HHN Houses 12:31

2M ago12:31

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This week: Universal Destinations & Experiences Announces Horror Unleashed Chicago; Halloween Horror Nights Orlando Announced 5 Original Haunts; La Llorona, La Muelona, and La Siguanaba Come to Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood; Haunts Return to the Las Vegas Adventuredome with "Fear Dome"; Screams Halloween Theme Park Announces Closure; "Graveyard…

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NEWS: Festival Fright Nights, Hauntathon, & MHC Recap 14:59

2M ago14:59

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This week: Winchester Mystery House Unveils Festival Fright Nights; Hauntathon seeks Haunted Attractions for 2025 Season; Midwest Haunters Convention Draws Massive Crowds; Oogie Boogie Bash tickets go on sale June 26th; Friday the 13th's Jason comes to Halloween Horror Nights; Universal Japan gets new maze and collab with KATE makeup; Top 5 theme p…

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Industry Mourns Sudden Passing of Edward Terebus of Erebus Haunted Attraction 11:08

3M ago11:08

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This week: Industry Mourns Sudden Passing of Edward Terebus of Erebus Haunted Attraction; Fallout Comes to Halloween Horror Nighte; GUIDE to Halloween Horror Night Tickets; Ghost Boat Collaborates with Moment Factory; Haunt Shirts Announces Closure; Midwest Haunters Convention Returns June 5th - 7th, 2026. Read the stories here: https://mailchi.mp/…

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NEWS: Haunt Trends Playing Out in Real Time 12:20

3M ago12:20

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This week: How trends from InterPark Magazine and theme parks impact haunts; Monsterpalooza Comes to Pasadena This Weekend; Six Flags validates horror IP expansion & themed F&B; Spirit Halloween Cancels Flagship Store Grand Opening; Queen Mary's Dark Harbor To Open June 13th; Zombies Takeover Hello Kitty Land This Summer; Ghostly Manor Debuts at Pa…

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NEWS: MHC Returns June 6-8; Theme Park Shifts 7:32

3M ago7:32

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This week: The Complete Guide to the Midwest Haunters Convention; Decreased Production of Halloween Goods; Disney's Stock Jumps 7% After a Blockbuster Quarter 2; Jack Skellington Gets a Makeover for Disney Halloween 2025; Paint The Night returns to Disneyland; Danny Elfman, John Carpenter, and More to Perform at "Future Ruins" Festival. Read the st…

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Theme Park Trends That Can Transform Your Haunt 1:03:19

3M ago1:03:19

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Recently, I joined Tyler Barnett on the Fearworm Wormhole show to discuss how major theme park innovations could transform haunted attractions, and this is the full recording. We unpack Universal’s new Fan Fest Nights, Horror Unleashed, Dark Universe, and the rise of off-season activations like music festivals and “summer slasher” events. You’ll he…

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Marketing Your Haunted Attraction: Full Haunter's Toolbox Masterclass 1:49:17

4M ago1:49:17

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Today we're playing the FULL audio from a marketing masterclass I recently hosted for Haunter's Toolbox, answering YOUR QUESTIONS on marketing strategies for haunted attractions. This is the complete, unedited recording! If you're a haunt owner or operator looking to boost ticket sales and reach new audiences, you'll find tactics you can immediatel…

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Smart Stupid Horror: Director Eli Craig on Clown in a Cornfield 8:55

4M ago8:55

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Director Eli Craig (Tucker and Dale vs Evil) breaks down his new slasher film, "Clown in a Cornfield," in this exclusive interview. Discover how he balances horror and comedy, creates authentic Gen Z characters, and draws inspiration from classics like Jaws. This is essential listening for haunted attraction creators and horror fans alike, with ins…

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NEWS: Halloween Creep: August Becomes Haunt Season’s New Start 8:12

4M ago8:12

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Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Begins Aug 15, following Aug announcements for Horror Unleashed & HHN; Marketing Your Haunted Attraction; Six Flags America To Close- ScareCON comes to Birmingham May 20th - 21st; Midwest Haunters Convention's Exhibitor List; Eli Craig Talks Clown in a Cornfield and Modern Horror; FX’s Alien: Earth Brings Immer…

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NEWS: Can Universal turn Spring into Second Halloween with Fan Fest Nights? 9:51

4M ago9:51

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This week: Can Universal turn Spring into Second Halloween with Fan Fest Nights?; Theme Parks Turn to Diversification Amid Uncertainty Epidemic; Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's Howl-O-Scream Mayhem Sale; Midwest Haunters Convention Friday Haunt Tour to Feature Abandoned Haunted House Complex; Fright Nights WV "Fright Nights Final Cut: Summer Slaughter"; …

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The Monkey (2025) 1:15:47

4M ago1:15:47

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Tonight Mike, Kat & Andrew are again joined by Chef Mike Wisdom of @theedgepizza to break down one of the most talked-about horror movies of the year, The Monkey! Directed by Oz Perkins, Produced by James Wan & based on a short story by Stephen King, it's needless to say this movie comes with pretty high expectations. It follows twin brothers (both…

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NEWS: East Coast Haunters Convention Draws MASSIVE Crowds 7:42

4M ago7:42

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East Coast Haunters Convention delighted attendees with haunt tours, programming, vendors, and more; Comcast's Stock Dips Despite EPIC Universe Opening; Wicked New England comes to Salem this Saturday; Creep It Real OC Tickets; The VHS Society presents "Mother of Evil" on May 16th; Street Food Cinema's "Boo-ze, Bites & Frights: Half-O-Ween;" Read t…

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Wicked New England with Founder Jeff DePaoli! 38:21

4M ago38:21

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Tonight, Mike is joined by Jeff DePaoli, the founder and producer of Wicked New England! Wicked NE is a Halfway to Halloween Festival celebrating Halloween offerings throughout all of New England, including spooky vendors, stage presentations by local haunts (including Barrett's Haunted Mansion & Spooky World presents Nightmare New England), photo …

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NEWS: It's Hot Haunt Summer! Haunt and Halloween Convention Season 9:55

4M ago9:55

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Halloween convention season is underway with a myriad of events that are partnering with haunts for programming and attractions; TransWorld's East Coast Haunters Convention takes place next week with pre-con haunt tours on April 24th & 25th and convention days on April 26th-27th; The Spooky Swap Meet returns to Los Angeles on April 25th-27th; Unive…

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The Substance (2024) 1:22:09

4M ago1:22:09

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Remember: YOU ARE ONE. And tonight, join Mike, Kat & Andrew as they break down the most talked about horror movie of 2024, The Substance! Directed by Coralie Fargeat & starring Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley & Dennis Quaid, The Substance is the seventh horror film to be nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars, putting it in some elite company beside…

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NEWS: OSCARES 2025 Ceremony; Halfway to Halloween Events 8:31

5M ago8:31

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This week: The full OSCARES 2025 Awards; Dark Harbor returns on Sept 19th; Halfway to Halloween at Winchester Mystery House & Reign of Terror; The Mystic Museum's Horror High Prom; Previews begin for Dark Universe at Universal's Epic Universe; Zagone Studios to close. Read more: https://mailchi.mp/hauntedattractionnetwork.com/oscares-2025-ceremony-…

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NEWS: Herschend's Acquisition: Will Halloween Haunts Survive? 9:21

5M ago9:21

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This week: Herschend to Acquire Palace Entertainment's U.S. Attractions; Limos: Immersive Tarot Experience Returns to LA; The John Wick Experience Opens in Las Vegas; The London Dungeon Seeks Haunted Items; Home Depot Teases "Ultra Skelly" Animatronic; "It's Alive" Panel Returns to WonderCon. Read the stories here: https://mailchi.mp/hauntedattract…

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NEWS: Transworld Recap Video & Tourism Struggles 5:40

5M ago5:40

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Watch our video on the 25 Best New Products from Transworld 2025 here ( https://youtu.be/IwhslV-IJtk ) ; U.S. tourism decline threatens attractions; Epic Universe's Darmoor Monster Makeup Experience; UF Swamp Haunters host halfway-to-Halloween haunt; Haunters Toolbox to host a live Q&A with Philip Hernandez of the Haunted Attraction Network on Apri…

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Heretic (2024) 1:17:59

5M ago1:17:59

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Tonight, break out your Monopoly boards and join Mike, Kat & Andrew as they break down A24's Heretic! Now streaming on MAX, Heretic follows two Mormon missionaries (Sophie Thatcher & Chloe East) who attempt to convert a man (Hugh Grant) who is much more dangerous than he seems. Tune in for a full breakdown & discussion. BUT FIRST: is this the end f…

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Nosferatu (2024) 1:13:56

5M ago1:13:56

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Tonight, Mike, Kat & Andrew are succumbing to the darkness and breaking down the 2024 sensation that is... Nosferatu! Written & Directed by Robert Eggers (The Witch, The Lighthouse), this film is a remake of Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (1922), which is also an unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula. And with a star-studded cast that i…

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NEWS: Will Year-Round Scares Succeed Off the Vegas Strip? 8:43

5M ago8:43

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This week: Horror Unleashed Analysis; 18 Haunts opened for St. Patrick's Day events; Wicked New England plans Halfway to Halloween in Salem; Scarehouse Windsor wins Innovator of the Year Award; John Carpenter announces NYC concert; Disney Halloween Festival returns to Disneyland Paris; East Coast Haunters Convention exhibitor list. Read the stories…

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Universal Horror Unleashed: Can Year-Round Scares Survive in Vegas 33:06

5M ago33:06

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Universal’s Horror Unleashed is set to bring year-round horror to Las Vegas, launching August 14, 2024, at AREA15. But can Universal’s seasonal HHN magic translate into a sustainable permanent attraction? During the TEA Stories from the Fringes series, a panel of Universal Creative team members—including Shelby Honea, Sean Chung, Abbye Finnan, and …

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NEWS: Convention Season & Transworld RECAP 20:26

6M ago20:26

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This week: Transworld RECAP; Midsummer Scream tickets now on sale; East Coast Haunters Convention and pre-show tours; Registration opens for Texas Haunters Convention; Six Flags prepares for a massive 2025 season; United Parks' earnings show trouble ahead; Field of Screams Montana Honored with Legacy Haunt Award. Read more: https://mailchi.mp/haunt…

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2025 Legacy Haunt: The Story of Field of Screams MT 46:57

6M ago46:57

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Description: For 26 years, Field of Screams MT has been a staple of Montana’s Halloween scene, growing from a simple corn maze into a multi-attraction haunted destination. This year, they received the Legacy Haunt Award from the Haunted Attraction Association, honoring their decades of innovation and impact. In this episode, we sit down with the Ki…

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SPECIAL - The 2025 OSCARES Awards: Honoring the Best in Haunted Attractions 1:14:27

6M ago1:14:27

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The 2025 OSCARES Awards celebrated the top vendors, haunts, and industry leaders during TransWorld’s Halloween & Attractions Show in St. Louis. As producers of this year’s ceremony, we had a front-row seat to the energy and excitement, from the debut of the Spirit of Leadership Award to the Lifetime Achievement honor for Timothy Gavinski. This epis…

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The Haunted Attraction Association’s 2025 State of the Industry Seminar 1:03:56

6M ago1:03:56

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Held annually at TransWorld’s Halloween & Attractions Show, the State of the Industry Seminar brings together HAA board members, haunt owners, operators, and vendors for a candid look at the past season and the challenges ahead. Moderated by newly seated President Jim Werner (PennHurst Asylum) and outgoing President Spencer Terry (Fear Factory), th…

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NEWS: Universal's Horror Unleased and Transworld Prep 6:07

6M ago6:07

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This week: Universal's Horror Unleashed Opens Aug 14; The Haunt Industry will gather in St Louis this week for the world's largest Halloween Trade Show; Highlights from IAAPA's Middle East Trade Summit; "Alien: Earth" invades SXSW with an immersive pop-up experience; Spirit Halloween reaches $1 Million milestone in donations; Read the stories here:…

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NEWS: Theme Parks Want Halloween Every Month 5:06

6M ago5:06

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This week: Universal Fan Fest Nights tests if guests will pay for hard-tickets outside of Halloween; Tokyo Disney’s Halloween investment; Disney’s pricing power is strong, but how high can prices go before guests push back?; HAA Annual Meeting & OSCARES; TransWorld’s free seminars; Netflix Bites in Vegas serves horror-inspired dishes. Read the news…

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The Empty Man (2020) 1:17:35

6M ago1:17:35

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EPISODE 246 LIVE Tonight, Mike & Kat are joined by their Producer, the great Shaun O'Loughlin (@sjoloughlin) to discuss the 2020 cult-classic, The Empty Man! Despite the terrible title, this is a criminally underrated film that was essentially a casualty of the pandemic and the acquisition of 20th Century Fox by the Walt Disney Company. It follows …

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NEWS: 88 Haunts Open Nationwide This Weekend for Valentines 10:28

7M ago10:28

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This week: 88 Haunts Open Nationwide This Weekend for Valentines; Disney Struggles to Impress Wall Street; Tokyo Disneyland Leans into Halloween; Spooky Swap Meet Tickets;TransWorld's Halloween & Attractions Show Updates; Haunted Attraction Association's C.H.A.O.S. recertification program. Read all the stories here: https://mailchi.mp/hauntedattrac…

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Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988) with Chef Mike Wisdom 1:38:13

7M ago1:38:13

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Tonight, Mike, Kat & Matt are joined by Chef Mike Wisdom (@_cookwithwisdom) to discuss the 1988 cult-classic, Killer Klowns from Outer Space! The film follows, well...a bunch of Killer Klowns from Outer Space. Let's not overcomplicate things. And while not a huge success when first released, KKfOS has gained more notoriety from being featured at Ha…

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NEWS: 95 Valentine Haunts Opening; Ed Roberts Passes 15:40

7M ago15:40

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This week: 95 Valentine Haunts Opening this Month; Ed Roberts (West Coast Halloween Con; Nightmare Factory) passes; Insidious: The Further You Fear cancels tour; John Carpenter announces 4-night residency in Los Angeles; Tickets on sale for Universal Fan Fest Nights; 2025 expected to see growth in the Halloween retail industry; Transworld Updates. …

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NEWS: Halloween Horror Nights Returns Aug 29; Haunt Conventions 13:19

7M ago13:19

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This Week's News: Halloween Horror Nights Orlando Returns Aug 29; Six Flags Live Entertainment Open Casting; NEW Details: "Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After"; "Insidious: The Further You Fear" theatrical experience begins; CreepIE Con is this weekend; SCARECON returns May 20th - 21st; TransWorld's Halloween & Attractions Show adds an evening net…

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NEWS: Disneyland's New Ghost Bride; 12' Skeleton Wars 10:37

7M ago10:37

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This week: Disneyland's new ghost bride; A woman goes to court over her year-round skeleton display; Fear Fest Haunted Attractions given a rating of "F" by the Better Business Bureau; Derry Halloween's "Awaken the Walls" will remain free; Dark Universe Construction Updates from Attractions Magazine; Halloween & Costume Association announces inaugur…

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Smile 2 (2024) 1:03:17

7M ago1:03:17

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Cheese! This EVENING, join the AHH Crew as they break down one of the biggest horror movies of 2024, Smile 2! The first Smile was a genuine surprise, and certainly a smash hit, but did it need a sequel? Probably not, but thankfully, this sequel is absolutely worth your time. Tune in for a full review & breakdown. - LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL at 508-927-1…

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NEWS: Sony's The Last of Us Experience 12:58

7M ago12:58

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Read the full stories here ( https://mailchi.mp/hauntedattractionnetwork.com/sony-debuts-the-last-of-us-attraction ). This week's headlines: Sony Debuts "The Last of Us" proof-of-concept at CES; Updated Valentine's Day Haunt List; Salem adjusts safety plans for Halloween festivities; Former Haunted House of Wax to become a food hall; Vendor & haunt…

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Top 10 Horror Movies of 2024 2:33:10

8M ago2:33:10

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It's that time, folks! Join the AHH Crew as they look back (very fondly) on all things horror in 2024 as Mike, Kat, Matt & Andrew rank their Top 10 favorite horror movies of the year! But first, they also tackle: their LEAST FAVORITE horror movies of the year, BEST HORROR TV, favorite HORROR EVENTS, BEST PERFORMANCES, best kills (WELCOME TO DIE), b…

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Messiah of Evil (1974) 1:25:24

8M ago1:25:24

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After a short Holiday break, the AHH Crew makes their triumphant return to break down a CRIMINALLY underseen '70s horror gem, Messiah of Evil! If you like surreal, dreamlike horror, check this out. If you like Gothic horror, check this one out. If you like Lovecraftian horror, check it out. This movie rocks, and follows a woman who travels to a rem…

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Street Trash (1987) 1:30:07

9M ago1:30:07

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Tonight, join the AHH Crew as they get trashy, have a few contaminated alcoholic beverages and discuss the 1987 film Street Trash! Considered a cult-classic in the Splatter Horror subgenre, Street Trash follows a group of homeless people as a case of contaminated alcohol has a debilitating effect on these vagabonds haunting the streets and junkyard…

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NEWS: Halloween Horror Nights & Oogie Boogie Bash 2025 Dates Annoucned 14:09

9M ago14:09

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This week: Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood Returns Sept 4th - Nov 2nd, 2025; Oogie Boogie Bash returns for 31 select nights on Aug 17th; United Parks ordered to pay $5 Million in suit; Seminar Registration open for TransWorld's Halloween & Attractions Show; Harvest of Horror Haunted House: New details on death; Nosferatu: The Immersive Experience…

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Amityville II: The Possession (1982) 1:36:24

9M ago1:36:24

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Tonight, join Mike, Matt, Kat & Andrew as they travel to 112 Ocean Avenue to break down Amityville II: The Possession! Starring Burt Young & James Olson, Amityville II follows the fictional Montelli family (based on the DeFeo family) and the supernatural events that plague them after they buy their dream house in the infamous Long Island suburb. BU…