Big Scary Show

Episode 323

It’s finally September, and the (g)hosts of the Big Scary Show are welcoming the official beginning of Halloween season. (Hey, we don’t make the rules) We celebrate it all year long of course, but it just feels like it’s finally here. The air may be a tad cooler, the leaves may start to have just a pinch of color, and haunted attractions are going to be opening in full force over the next few weeks. There’s a lot to do, so let’s get started.

Storm is ranting about Yeti Caskets in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses Ethnic Cleansing in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline News, and has some interviews from various cons he’s attended that didn’t make it onto the show the first time due to time constraints. The Old Crone talks about participating in community events. We might have a brand-new Gruesome Giveaway for September. And finally, we’re spinning some rockin’ tunes to celebrate the arrival of spooky season.

The Roundtable of Terror celebrates all those haunters that would rather build their own props and decorations rather than buying them. We bring in some experts of the DIY scene to talk about creating your own stuff from scratch. Now is the time to get those spooky projects started before October gets here, so get to work. All this, and so much more.

We hid the body, but you’ll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW, Episode 323.

Featured music: Calabrese - Damned to the Night Doyle - Abominator First Jason - Jason Never Dies Fright Barker & Sons - Backburner Gal

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Episode 322

It’s been a busy summer for the Big Scary Show, but Fall is just around the corner. In fact, this could be the last show before spooky season begins. But before it starts, we still have a lot to do. Badger has been on the road covering as many shows and events that he can. He recently traveled to Knoxville, TN for CreepyCon 2024 and brings us back a mess of cool interviews with an emphasis on Eastern Tennessee haunts. If you’re going to be passing through Tennessee in October, there are some great haunts to visit.

Storm is ranting about abandoned coffee in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses the Nuremberg Trials in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline News, and The Old Crone talks about things to do in October when you’re not haunting. We might have a brand-new winner of the Gruesome Giveaway for August. And finally, we’re spinning some spooky tunes to get you in the haunting mood.

The Roundtable of Terror invites our old friend Scott Swenson of Scott Swenson Creative Development to have a seat to talk about all the things haunt consulting. We chat about all the projects Scott is working on, the importance of haunt consulting, and how they can help any and all haunts. It’s a fun and interesting conversation you don’t want to miss, All this, and so much more.

We hid the body, but you’ll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW, Episode 322.

Featured music: (Chris Thomas: Music for Haunts [get well soon[) A Lonely Hell ,Creepy Town, Church of Torment, The Descent

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Episode 321

It’s no secret that Midsummer Scream is the largest Halloween convention in the US. This year, over 50,000 fans descended on Long Beach California to partake in all things macabre, dark, and spooky. The Big Scary Show sent Badger to the west coast to cover this huge event and he brings back a LOT of great content. If you weren’t able to attend Midsummer Scream 2024, you’ll feel like you were there with all the interviews we’re bringing you on Episode 321 of the Big Scary Show.

Storm is ranting about the Olympics in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses War Crimes in Asia in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline News, and The Old Crone talks about casting the right actor for the right part.. We have a brand-new Gruesome Giveaway for August. And finally, we’re spinning some spooky tunes to get you in the haunting mood.

The Roundtable of Terror discusses the unsung heroes of the haunted attraction industry, makeup artists. Without them, haunts would definitely be less scary and interesting. We invite several makeup artists to have a seat and discuss the finer points of turning people into hideous monsters. If you are, or ever wanted to work as a makeup artist, you need to give this roundtable a listen. All this, and so much more.

We hid the body, but you’ll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW. (And a special thank you to the Midsummer Scream staff for allowing us to come cover the show)

Featured music: (Jerry Vayne) Death’s Goodbye A New Kind of Treatment Mind Control Cirque Du Macabre

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Episode 320

As summer continues to drag on, haunts around the country are hiring and training new actors to work this upcoming season. Builds are continuing, inspections are being conducted, and permits are (hopefully) being issued. It’s time to crank things into high gear as haunt season begins in earnest in less than 8 weeks. Let the Big Scary Show Episode 320 be your guide and provide you with relief from the doldrums of summer.

Storm is ranting about Summerween parties in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses WWII War Crimes in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline News. In addition, Badger attended the Nashville Horror Con last weekend and brings us some great interviews. Do we have a Gruesome Giveaway winner for July? Stay tuned to find out. And finally, we’re spinning some rockin’ tunes to get your blood pumping.

The Roundtable of Terror discusses Haunt Acting. We bring in veteran actors from around the country to have a seat and discuss what makes a good actor. There are some great stories,tips, and advice for both new and veteran actors. All this, and so much more.

We hid the body, but you’ll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW. (And please stay hydrated)

Featured music: Baron Misuraca - As we Embrace Creature Feature - American Gothic Dirty Dead - Meet Me at the Morgue Here Come the Mummies - Creepin’

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Episode 319

Welcome to July. We’re only 3 months away from October and hopefully cooler weather will be here soon (Ha!). As temperatures continue to heat up, please stay safe and hydrated while working on your builds. Take a break, get into the AC, and let the Big Scary Show, Episode 319 inform and entertain while we all suffer through this miserable heat.

Storm is ranting about Tractor Supply and how they have won Halloween in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses the Gulag in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news and brings you an interview with Matt from the Nashville Horror Con happening July 20-21st. The Old Crone discusses staying safe during build season. We have a new Gruesome Giveaway from July, and finally, we’re spinning some spooky tunes to chill your blood and remind you that haunt season begins in about 10 weeks.(insert scream here)

The Roundtable of Terror discusses a true Hollywood legend who left his mark on not only the horror industry, but the Sci-Fi and Fantasy genres as well. We’re talking about the one and only Forrest J Ackerman. If you don’t know who that is, you absolutely need to tune in and listen. Without Forrest J Ackerman, we might not have cosplayers, graphic novels, movie memorabilia and horror collectibles, and possibly the fan convention industry itself. We bring in Uncle Forry’s caregiver and one of his best friends, Joe Moe to discuss the life of this truly fascinating individual. All this, and so much more.

We hid the body, but you’ll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW. (And please stay hydrated)

Featured music: Gathering of Darkness - Souls of Black Audio Zombie - Mine Shaft Bad Jack Productions - Sanctuary of the Damned Sam Haynes - Catacombs

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Episode 318

As temperatures continue to heat up, so does the Big Scary Show. Episode 318 is filled with hot music, news, conversation, and more. Now take a break from building, go get in the shade, grab a bottle of water, and put on those headphones

Storm is ranting about antiquing in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses war crimes from WWI in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. And the Old Crone discusses marketing vs advertising. Badger has an interview with ghoulish rock and roller ‘The Phantom’ from Isaac Rother & the Phantoms, and finally, we’re spinning some hot tunes (including two from Isaac Rother & the Phantoms) to keep your blood pumping while you work on your haunts.

The Roundtable of Terror brings in a true legend in the industry as Ed Edmunds from Distortions Unlimited sits down at our table to talk about his long and storied career. He goes into the history of the company, brings us some great stories, and discusses Monster Days coming to Greeley, Colorado this August. It’s a great conversation that you do not want to miss. All this, and so much more.

We hid the body, but you’ll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW. (And please stay hydrated)

Featured music:

Isaac Rother & the Phantoms - Like a Wolfman Issac Rother & the Phantoms - Haunted Castle Ghoultown - Where Voodoo Sleeps Gorgeous Frankenstein - Made in Hell

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Episode 317 The Midwest Haunters Convention has wrapped up, and it’s the unofficial start of build season, (although we know you’ve been working on yours for a long time). The (g)hosts are enjoying all the pics and videos from Chicago. As the weather starts to heat up and you continue to hire staff and work on your builds, let the Big Scary Show Episode 317 keep you entertained and informed with all the cool news, segments, rants, music, and more.

Storm is ranting about product competition for yard haunters in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses concentration camps in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. And the Old Crone reminds you to check your haunt’s insurance policy. Do we have a Gruesome Giveaway winner for June? Stay tuned to find out. And finally, we’re spinning some spooky tunes from Midnight Syndicate to help motivate you as we slowly move towards fall.

The Roundtable of Terror brings in Doug Shelden to discuss some breaking news he announced last week. As of now, all of his events are being rebranded under the main HAuNTcon name. HAuNTcon will be bringing shows to Orlando and Atlanta next year, He also discusses the return of the film festival AND a new paranormal aspect to the shows. There’s a lot of history attached to this name and we’re looking forward to seeing where he takes it into the future. (Did you notice we didn’t use the terms trade show or convention? There’s a reason for this.) All this, and so much more.

We hid the body, but you’ll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW. (And please stay hydrated)

Featured music: (Midnight Syndicate) Creatures of Darkness (Radio Edit) Vampyre Axe Giant Haunted Nursery

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Episode 316 Welcome to June, and let the summer begin. Thankfully, there’s only one more season to get through before we hit Fall. The weather may be heating up, but the Big Scary Show is always hot, bringing you all the latest news, information, and topics you need to keep up-to-date with everything in the haunt industry. So grab a cold beverage and enjoy Episode 316 of the Big Scary Show.before the heat becomes oppressive.

Storm is ranting about Brachs Candy in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses lynching in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone gives an update on the search for a new location for her haunt. Do we have a Gruesome Giveaway for June? Stay tuned to find out. The Voice From Hell, Dick Terhune is back with another Marketing Morgue segment.. Vysther returns with a discussion on Black Sabbath’s Tony Martin era, and finally, we’re spinning some rockin’ tunes to help you cope with the ever-increasing heat.

The Roundtable of Terror discusses haunter’s groups on social media. We bring in admins of groups from Illinois, Ohio, North Carolina, and New York to discuss how their members work together to make their local haunt scene that much stronger. It’s an interesting conversation that may convince you to join a local group and talk shop with other haunters. All this, and so much more.

We hid the body, but you’ll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIG SCARY SHOW. (And stay hydrated)

Featured music: The Pine Box boys – Child of Calamity

The Rhythm Coffin – Tombstoned

Toxic Zombie – Strange Things

Ritual of Odds – Nightmare on Elm Street

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Episode 315

As we’ve passed the halfway point to Halloween, we’re moving into the proverbial second semester of the year. MHC is only a few short weeks away, and then we'll be pulling all-nighters through the summer months as we count down to the Fall. We’ll be giving it the old college try as Episode 315 keeps you informed and entertained as you study ways to make your haunt more scary this season.

Storm is ranting about strange lights in the sky in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim talks about prison conditions in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone discusses the 40th anniversary of the Six Flags Great Adventure Haunted Castle fire and its effects on the industry. Sadly, the Gruesome Giveaway gets an ‘F’ for the month of May (because no one entered the contest). And finally, we’re spinning some rockin’ tunes as we mark the halfway point to Halloween.

The Roundtable of Terror goes back to school as we invite Doctor Susan Weidmann of Appalachian State University to have a seat and discuss her research on haunted attractions. She’s conducting what could be the first large-scale research project on haunt-tourism in the United States and she’s looking for haunt owners, managers, and designers to interview for her study. It’s an interesting conversation that could have some very interesting ramifications for the haunt industry in the next few years. All this, and so much more.

We hid the body, but you’ll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW.

Featured music: Sam Haynes - All Hallows

Throne of Anguish - Cathedral’s Shadow

Grave Tone Productions - The Final Hour

Dante Tomaselli - Dark Night of the Soul

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Episode 314

This past week, haunters from all over the country descended into the City of Brotherly Love to attend the inaugural East Coast Haunters Convention. The numbers were most impressive and exceeded almost everyone’s expectations. Badger was only there for one day, but managed to bring back a full show’s worth of interviews. We talk to some old friends and some new people who've never been on our show. If you missed the event, stop kicking yourself, tune in to the Big Scary Show Episode 314, and you’ll feel like you were there. And be sure to make your plans to be in Philadelphia for ECHC 2025 returning next April.

Storm is ranting about the popularity of 12-foot skeletons in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim talks about blood money in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone discusses why it’s time to set up your schedules. We might have a Gruesome Giveaway for the month of May. Dick Terhune is back with his Marketing Morgue. Vysther returns with a segment called ‘View From the Bar’ as he celebrates 10 years of being on the Big Scary Show. And finally, we’re spinning some rockin’ tunes as we mark the halfway point to Halloween.

The Roundtable of Terror talks about a vital part of many haunted attractions; the hayride. We invite Randy Bates from the Bates Motel and Haunted Hayride, Jim Schopf from Field of Screams, and Kyle McMann from Frightland to have a seat and talk about how their hayrides have grown and evolved over the years. Does your haunt have a hayride? Are you thinking of adding one? You don’t want to miss this fascinating and informative conversation from some of the heavy hitters in the industry. All this, and so much more.

We hid the body, but you’ll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW. (And a big “Thank you” to Jen, Rich, and the rest of the Transworld staff for making the East Coast Haunters Convention a spooky success).)

Featured music: Black Cat Attack - Sunday Sacrifice Gladezmen - Big ‘ol Monster Murderland - 13 Jack ‘O Lanterns Vegas Rhythm Kings - Crazy Cadavers