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Big Scary Show
by Big Scary Show
Something has unearthed itself to bring you a frightfully exciting podcast, reaching out across the dark and fearsome landscape of the haunt and horror community
Episodes
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 377 - LET THE HAUNT SEASON…BEGIN!
It’s FINALLY October, the most wonderful month of the year, and all of the (g)hosts are hoping that each and every one of you will get a chance to experience all the things that make this time of year so special. From leaf watching, to baking, to pulling out that fall wardrobe, to watching scary...
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Big Scary Show - Episode 376- Legendary Haunt Tour 2026
It’s officially Fall and haunt season is finally here as more and more haunted attractions are opening up every weekend. We’re in the final stretch for haunt owners to finish up their projects in anticipation of opening their doors to the unsuspecting public. The weather is definitely changing…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 375 - IT’S SPOOKY SEASON!!
Welcome to September and haunted houses are already opening up. Badger of course has already visited a couple but the rest of the (g)hosts are giddy with anticipation of cooler temperatures, leaves changing, visiting pumpkin patches, and of course, haunted houses. We’re pretty much in full...
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Big Scary Show - Episode 374. MIDNIGHT SYNDICATE!
It’s practically September, which means it’s Halloween Eve. Have you noticed any crunchy leaves lying in the road? The faint whiff of pumpkin spice emanating from the doors of local coffee shops? Spirit Halloween stores popping up nearby? Grocery stores teasing the return of Monster Cereals? Make...
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Big Scary Show - Episode 373 SO.MANY.CONVENTIONS.....
As we suffer through the tail end of summer, we do what many people do this time of year…hit the road. But there’s no vacation for the (g)hosts. We send Badger to Creepycon in Knoxville, TN and Midsummer Scream in Long Beach, CA, and the Old Crone hits the road for Harrisonville, MO to attend...
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Big Scary Show - Episode 372 - Texas Haunters Convention
Welcome to August. The Dog Days of Summer are definitely here. So why not go to Texas and partake in the Texas Haunter’s Convention. That’s just what we did when the Old Crone went to the Lone Star State and brought back a bunch of hot interviews. But despite all the heat (and humidity), we can…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 371- THE HIDDEN COSTS OF HIRING MINORS
As we move through July and towards August, we can take solace in the fact that cooler weather is somewhere in the future. As haunters continue to build, hire, and train, the Big Scary Show is busy preparing for the upcoming season. After all, October is only 3 months away. So take another break...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 370- THE SCARE FACTOR AND FRANKENCON!
It’s July and the heat is settling in, so please stay hydrated and as cool as possible. Take a break from your builds, go sit in the shade or AC, and catch the latest news, music, and interviews on Episode 370 of the Big Scary Show. We promise it will make you feel cooler and energize you in…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 369 - WELCOME TO THE MIDWAY!
The weather is getting hotter, and so are haunt builders as they continue to get their attractions ready for spooky season. The (g)hosts know it’s hot, but in a couple of months, the weather will break (hopefully) and temperatures will start to cool off as the Fall season approaches. In the...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 368 - ALLEN HOPPS AND THE NORTH AMERICAN CRYPTID MUSEUM!
Welcome to June. Only four short months before October and about 3 ½ months before haunt season begins. Haunters are busy working on their builds, designing new scenes, or spending this weekend in Chicago at the Midwest Haunter’s Convention. The (g)hosts are envious and wish they could be there…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 367 - OHIO HAUNTERS CONVENTION ROUNDUP
The weather is finally heating up and no doubt so are your builds. We’ve passed the halfway point to Halloween, and many haunters are gearing up for the Midwest Haunters Convention in Chicago and planning a few Summerween events. Meathook Jim and Badger have both survived and returned from the…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 366 - ECHC 2026 ROUNDUP!
As we celebrate the beginning of May, we officially move past the halfway point to Halloween. In less than six months we’ll be enjoying the haunt season and all it has to offer. Don’t think the (g)hosts aren’t aware of this and are already making plans for spooky season. The day this show goes…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 365 - 14 YEARS OF THE BIG SCARY SHOW!!
Fourteen years ago on Friday the 13th of April 2014, the Big Scary Show hit the internet, and the haunt industry has never been the same. It’s hard to believe that the Big Scary Show has been entertaining, informing, interviewing, and covering the Haunted Attraction Industry for so very long,...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 364 - TRANSWORLD 2026 - PART I
And just like that, Transworld 2026 is in the books. From the moment the doors opened, Badger and the Old Crone were busy interviewing vendors, HAA members, and more to get all the latest info on this year’s new products. Hopefully everyone has made it home safe and sound and recovered from all…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 363 - BEHIND THE SCREAMS AT SPOOKYWORLD!
Episode 363 This episode of the Big Scary Show will be dropping while Transworld is in full swing. Badger and the Old Crone are in St Louis at the largest tradeshow of the year gathering all the latest information and interviews from some of the world’s best prop makers, animatronic creators,...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 362 - THE HAUNTED ATTRACTION ASSOCIATION AT TRANSWORLD!
By the time you hear this, we will be less than 2 weeks until Transworld, the biggest Halloween tradeshow of the year, as it descends upon St Louis, Missouri. Thousands of haunters from all corners of the earth will be selling, buying, taking classes, networking, socializing, and many other…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 361 - TRANSWORLD SURVIVAL GUIDE!
As we move into the month of March, we look forward to the days becoming longer, temperatures may start warming up (slowly), and we continue our preparations to attend Transworld. In just a few short weeks, Badger and the Old Crone are making the trek to St Louis to cover the biggest Halloween...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 360 - COUNTING DOWN TO TRANSWORLD!
As we continue to hibernate and attempt to stay warm, many of us are dreaming of the day when the weather starts to warm up and we can get working on those haunts. Right now it just seems too darn cold to want to do anything, but fear not, for there are those hardy souls who are hard at work...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 359 - VALENTINE’S DAY HAUNTS ARE COMING!
Some people actually like winter. The sight of the falling show triggers some beautiful memories and is peaceful and pleasant to look at. Unfortunately, it’s also cold, blustery, icy, and can cause a lot of headaches trying to get around. So instead of venturing out into the cold, why not throw...
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BIG SCARY SHOW -EPISODE 358 - THE HOME HAUNTER AWARDS!
Episode 358 As we say goodbye to the holiday season and settle into the long cold winter, take solace in the fact that many haunters are not lounging at home huddled under blankets trying to keep warm. Nope, they’re hard at work preparing for their Friday the 13th and Valentine's Day haunts that...
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Big Scary Show - Episode 357 - IT'S ALREADY 2026?!?!?!
Episode 357 And just like that, 2025 passes into history and we stand at the cusp of a brand new year. You know what they say…”New year, new me” bla bla bla. We all know those resolutions are going to be broken within a few weeks so let’s just concentrate on making this year nice and spooky.…
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Big Scary Show - Episode 356 - IT'S THE SCAB 5!!
Episode 356 Christmas is literally just a few days away and the Big Scary Show (g)hosts are busy putting the finishing touches on their decorating, buying last minute gifts, and getting into the holiday spirit. Nothing like some festive spirits to please the Halloween fan in all of us, as long as...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 355 WINDING DOWN 2025
Hard to believe it’s already December. Where has the time gone? It seems like only yesterday that we were attending Transworld, East Coast Haunter’s Convention, Midsummer Scream, and all the other conventions and tradeshows that we covered as we prepared for spooky season. October came and went…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 354 - DER KRAMPUS IS COMING!
The leaves are falling, the weather is turning colder, and there are unmistakable signs that another big holiday is coming up. Thanksgiving is the time where we give thanks for everything we have. Isn't it nice to know that we can all be thankful for things like Halloween? The (g)hosts hope each...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 353 - HALLOWEEN, SAMHAIN, DIA DE LOS MUERTOS…OH MY!
And just like that…Halloween has come and gone. It was a busy October and so many things were accomplished. There were haunted houses to visit, screams to create, pumpkins to carve, decorations to make, candy to hand out, and so many more things that make October special. Luckily there are still…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 352 - Scarefest Weekend and Happy Halloween!!
Episode 352 We hope you’re enjoying October and all it has to offer. Cooler weather, falling leaves, haunted houses, hayrides, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, bonfires, and so much more. How can you not love this time of year? The 4 (g)hosts are certainly busy taking advantage of everything they can...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - EPISODE 351 - IT'S FINALLY OCTOBER!!
Episode 351 After 11 long months, it’s finally the most glorious month of the year. Haunt season is in full swing and everyone is getting into the spooky mood. The (g)hosts are celebrating in their own special ways, Badger is traveling to as many haunts as possible, Meathook Jim is preparing to...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 350 - WELCOME TO HAUNT SEASON!!
The autumnal equinox for the Northern Hemisphere happened on September 22nd, and Fall is officially here. October may be a few days away, but as far as we’re concerned haunt season is already in full swing. Every weekend, more and more haunted attractions are opening their doors and welcoming...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 349 - HAUNT INDUSTRY REPORT 2025
Listen. Do you hear that? That faint scream and growl of a chainsaw? Make no mistake, haunt season has started. A handful of haunted attractions have already opened their doors and fear is starting to rise. Over the next few weeks more and more haunts will creak open their gates, welcoming…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 348 - MIDSUMMER SCREAM PART ONE & FACE OFF
Episode 348 It’s almost time for the ‘ber months’ to begin and the Big Scary Show (g)hosts are very excited that Spooky Season is almost here. There are Code Orange alerts happening almost daily from retailers across the country as we eagerly anticipate the greatest season of all. Unfortunately…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 347 - CREEPYCON, HAUNTERS AGAINST HATE, & MIDNIGHT SYNDICATE!
Episode 347 Buckle up everyone, the Big Scary Show Episode 347 is going to be a wild ride. It’s not only build, hiring, and actor training season, but there’s a LOT of conventions happening across the country. Badger just wrapped up trips to Creepycon in Knoxville, TN and Haunters Against Hate…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 346 - TEXAS HAUNTERS CONVENTION
Howdy everyone, welcome to August, and welcome to the Big Scary Show episode 346. It’s hot out there but the recent Texas Haunter’s Convention was even hotter. We sent the Old Crone to Irving Texas to grab some interviews, teach a class, and have a passel of fun. If you missed this year’s Texas...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 345 - ACTOR SAFETY ( part 3 of our actor trilogy)
As we saunter through July and towards August, building, hiring, actor training, permitting and inspections are in full swing. Make no mistake, the hot weather isn’t slowing down haunters from preparing to put on a great season for their customers. Just stay hydrated and be sure to check out the...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 344 - Actor Training Advice
Welcome to July. The weather is hot, the bugs are plentiful, and builds are in full swing. The Big Scary Show (g)hosts hope everyone had a safe and exciting 4th of July holiday and everyone kept all their fingers and toes. For those keeping score, there are no more major holidays between now and...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 343 - IT’S ACTOR HIRING SEASON
As we continue through June, haunts are busy building, renovating, cleaning up their trails, and everything else to get ready for the Fall. Haunters are a hardy breed, working though the heat, humidity, bugs, snakes, chupacabras, and other hazards to get the best scares for their customers. The...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 342 - HAUNT PRIDE!
Episode 342 Welcome to June. The temperatures are rising, the humidity is rising, and the bug populations are rising. This means hot times ahead for haunters who are in full build and hiring seasons. Please stay hydrated while you work, and let the Big Scary Show Episode 342 keep things cool with...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 341 - MHC IS COMING!
New BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 341 - MHC IS COMING! Episode 341 It’s almost June. The weather is warming up, the humidity is starting to rise, and haunted house owners are busy hiring and working on their attractions for the Fall. We’ve officially passed the halfway point to October and there’s a…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 340 - EAST COAST HAUNTER'S CONVENTION
As we enter the month of May, haunts around the country are starting their hiring and building seasons. There are also a few Halfway to Halloween events still going on so look out for them. It could be your last chance to see your favorite haunt before the Fall. In the meantime, we sent Badger to...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 339 - SAFETY IS SEXY!
Episode 339 The warm weather is finally starting to show up and the (g)hosts are excited. It’s been a long cold winter, and everyone’s itching to get out and start working on their haunts. This weekend is the East Coast Haunters Convention in Philadelphia and Midwest Haunters Convention in…
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Big Scary Show - Episode. 338 Thirteen Years of Fears
Episode 338 On Friday the 13th of April, 2012, the Big Scary Show debuted its first episode and the world of Halloween, Haunted Houses, and Horror has never been the same. Who could have guessed that 13 years later the (g)hosts would still be cranking out the latest news, information, music,...
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Big Scary Show - Episode 338 - Thirteen Years of Fears
Episode 338 On Friday the 13th of April, 2012, the Big Scary Show debuted its first episode and the world of Halloween, Haunted Houses, and Horror has never been the same. Who could have guessed that 13 years later the (g)hosts would still be cranking out the latest news, information, music,...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 337 - TRANSWORLD - PART 2 and ECHC!
Episode 337 Spring has sprung, and the Big Scary Show (g)hosts are excited. It’s time to clean out those crypts, throw out those old body parts, and start making plans for warmer weather. After all, it’s one more season closer to Fall. We start to wind down our extensive coverage of Transworld by...
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Big Scary Show - Episode 336 - TRANSWORLD PART 1
Episode 336 It was a whirlwind of a weekend, but Transworld 2025 is in the books. Badger and the Old Crone had a great time talking to attendees, vendors, and so much more. Once again, we have too many interviews to fit into one show so the Big Scary Show episode 336 will be part one of our...
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Big Scary Show - Episode 335 - HORROR CONS!
Episode 335 By the time this show drops, Transword will be in full swing. Haunters from across the world will have descended upon St Louis, Missouri to see all the latest props, animatronics, lights, makeup kits, escape rooms, Christmas ideas, and much, much more. Badger and the Old Crone are…
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BIG SCARY SHOW - EPISODE 334 HAUNT-VERTISING
Episode 334 Make no mistake, this is a busy time of the year for those who work in this industry. As some haunters are putting the finishing touches on their travel plans for Transworld, other haunters are opening for Valentine’s day events. And for those putting on Valentine’s, St Patrick’s Day,...
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Big Scary Show - Haunt-Vertising
Episode 334 Make no mistake, this is a busy time of the year for those who work in this industry. As some haunters are putting the finishing touches on their travel plans for Transworld, other haunters are opening for Valentine’s day events. And for those putting on Valentine’s, St Patrick’s Day,...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 333 - TRANSWORLD SURVIVAL GUIDE
Episode 333 Now don’t panic, but Transworld’s Halloween and Attractions Show in St Louis is happening in less than one month. Ok, maybe you can panic just a little. As vendors rush to complete their new items to display and attendees hurry to complete their travel plans, this can be a stressful...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 332 - HAUNT REVIEWS
Episode 332 As we deal with winter storms pummeling the country, the Big Scary Show (g)hosts are hunkered down and trying to stay warm. They’re firing up their wood stoves, shoveling off driveways, and counting down the days until the temps start warming up just a bit. If you’re feeling the need…
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Big Scary Show - Episode 331 - Happy 2025
It’s a brand-new year, and all we’re hearing is that ‘New year, new me’ garbage, and all those resolutions that will no doubt be broken by February. You know what won’t be broken? The Big Scary Show. We’re starting 2025 on a strong note and are committed to keeping you informed and entertained as...
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BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 330 - IT’S THE HOLIDAYS
We are well into the holiday season and the Big Scary Show (g)hosts are getting ready by decorating, stringing up lights, and visiting haunted houses that are putting on holiday events. Hopefully you’re enjoying all the magic and spookiness that the season has to offer. Let the Big Scary Show...
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Something has unearthed itself to bring you a frightfully exciting podcast, reaching out across the dark and fearsome landscape of the haunt and horror community
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