Pick Your Brain Podcast

Episodes

1. 40

   #40 - HOW TO SURVIVE Midsummer Scream! w/ Rick West

   Thanks for Watching! In this episode of the PYB Podcast, we DEEP DIVE into Midsummer Scream, SoCal's biggest Haunt and Horror Convention. Of Course, we couldn't do it alone, and we had one of the event's creative minds, Rick West, thoroughly explain what goes into creating such an event. Plus, he...

   Aug 3, 2026

   1h 38m
2. 39

   #39 - MAZE OF THE YEAR Announced? | HHN 2015 Horror Memory Lane

   Thanks for Watching and Listening to the Pick Your Brain Podcast! In this episode, we talk about one of the ORIGINAL Mazes that was announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2026, and take a stroll down memory lane talking about Halloween Horror Nights 2015. Enjoy!#halloweenhorrornights #hhn...

   Aug 1, 2026

   1h 14m
3. 38

   #38 - This is IMPORTANT TO KNOW for Halloween Horror Nights 2026

   Thanks for Watching and Listening to the Pick Your Brain Podcast! In this episode, we DEEP DIVE into one of the most important Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Hollywood Lore that can change the event and really bring in more icons. we also begin our NEW segment Horror Critiques with EVIL DEAD BURN....

   Jul 21, 2026

   1h 04m
4. 37

   #37 - Are the IPs BIG ENOUGH for Halloween Horror Nights 2026?

   Thanks for Watching and Listening to the PYB Podcast! In this episode we talk about the big THREE IP's that have been announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2026, and MUCH MORE. Enjoy!#hhn #halloweenhorrornights #universalstudios...

   Jul 11, 2026

   1h 09m
5. 36

   #36 - Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Major Update Just Dropped

   Thanks for watching and listening to the Pick Your Brain Podcast! In this episode, we're diving into the latest Halloween Horror Nights 2026 updates, including a construction update and a Q&A session. We discuss major hhn speculation, covering potential announcements for hhn 35 and Halloween…

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   May 9, 2026

   1h 11m
6. 35

   #35 - The HHN 2026 Facade Theory Nobody's Talking About

   Thanks for watching and listening to the Pick Your Brain Podcast! In this episode, we're diving into the new facade for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 and discussing some major hhn speculation about its theme. We also react to the Evil Dead Burns trailer and provide some hhn news related to HHN 35,...

   Apr 27, 2026

   1h 03m
7. 34

   #34 - HHN 2026 Construction Updates: Sinners or Evil Dead?

   Thanks for watching and listening to the Pick Your Brain Podcast! In this episode, we cover the latest horror movie trailers and dive deep into Halloween Horror Nights 2026. We're discussing some major hhn speculation, including updates on a potential new maze and the H-Lot Facade, which could...

   Apr 20, 2026

   1h 09m
8. 33

   #33 - Halloween Horror Nights Construction & NEW Horror Experience

   Thanks for watching and listening to the Pick Your Brain Podcast! In this episode, we discuss the latest on the new Horror Unleashed experience, providing some insights into what to expect. We also dive into some exciting Halloween Horror Nights construction updates and engage in some hhn...

   Apr 4, 2026

   1h 12m
9. 32

   #32 - The BEST Versus Maze at Halloween Horror Nights!

   Thanks for watching and listening! In this episode of the Pick Your Brain Podcast, we talk about the NEW HHN 35 House and what it could mean to the future of versus mazes/houses that are at Halloween Horror Nights in Hollywood. Enjoy!#hhn #horrornights #halloweenhorrornights...

   Mar 30, 2026

   1h 32m
10. 31

    #31 - HHN 2026 Theming Deep Dive: Circus and Clown TAKEOVER!

    Thanks for Watching and Listening to the Pick Your Brain Podcast! In this episode, we discuss the HHN Reveal BEFORE the Halloween Horror Nights 35 Panel and how it could affect HHN in Hollywood. We also discuss the possibility of seeing a Fortnite Collaboration? Enjoy!#hhn #hhn2026...

    Mar 23, 2026

    1h 11m
11. 30

    #30 - The BEST MAZE SCARES EVER at Our Favorite Haunt Events

    Thanks for Watching and Listening to the Pick Your Brain Podcast! In this episode, we talk about the MOST MEMORABLE Scares from our favorite Haunt Events, and dig deep into what the Future of Pixar sequels could be. Enjoy! #horror #horrornights #pixar...

    Mar 16, 2026

    1h 36m
12. 29

    #29 - The BEST Villain's Land & Halloween Horror Nights Clues!

    Thanks for Watching and/or Listening! In this podcast, we talk about Disney's Villains Land and MORE NEWS that has been released about Halloween Horror Nights and Fan Fest Nights 2026. Enjoy! #horrornights #disneyland #universalstudios...

    Mar 9, 2026

    1h 11m
13. 28

    #28 - Haunt Event Hot Takes! Evil Dead doing too Much?

    Thanks for Watching and Listening! In this podcast episode, we talk about our Haunt Event Hot Takes and what the Evil Dead Franchise has to offer in the future with TWO new movies coming out. Enjoy! #horrornights #knottsscaryfarm #Evildead...

    Mar 2, 2026

    1h 35m
14. 27

    #27 - Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Rumored Mazes! The Year of Gaga?

    Thanks for Watching & Listening! In this episode of the Pick Your Brain Podcast, we talk about the BRAND NEW Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Speculation Map and DEEP DIVE into what could be at this year's Horror Event. Enjoy! #hhn #halloweenhorrornights #universalstudios HNNightmares Speculation…

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    Feb 23, 2026

    1h 11m
15. 26

    #26 - Art the Clown Terror Tram TAKEOVER?! Blue Skies and Josh D'amaro

    Thanks for Watching & Listening! In this episode of the Pick Your Brain Podcast, we talk about the future of Disney, what HHN 2026 may look like, and all other things Theme Park. Enjoy! -------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow us on Social Media! TikTok:...

    Feb 16, 2026

    1h 05m
16. 25

    #25 - Knott's Scary Farm Bringing Back HORROR! W/TheNightsOfHorror

    Thanks for Watching or Listening! In this podcast, Mr. E and Thomas have a NERDY conversation with The Nights Of Horror where they talk about How the channel started, Knott's Scary Farm, and Horror events SPECULATIONS! Enjoy! The Nights Of Horror: https://youtu.be/dzf7riB-4QU Support us on Buy Me…

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    Aug 2, 2022

    1h 11m
17. 24

    #24 - Immersive Experience are the Future of Horror W/Opechee Haunt

    Thanks for Watching or Listening! In this podcast, Mr. E and Thomas have a FASCINATING Conversation with Sam from Opechee Haunt. Conversation included past home haunt creations, the importance of immersive experiences to horror, and "Within Our Walls", A brand new immersive experience coming July...

    Jul 8, 2022

    1h 01m
18. 23

    #23 - Our Stranger Things PREDICTIONS!

    Thanks for Watching or Listening! In this podcast, Thomas and Mr. E breakdown their predictions for the season finale of Stranger Things 4, our thoughts on Joker 2, and more Halloween Horror Nights news. Enjoy! Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tlevmedia...

    Jun 30, 2022

    1h 09m
19. 22

    #22 - Nick Cage is Going to Save the Horror Genre!

    Thanks for Watching or Listening! In this podcast, Mr. E and Thomas talk about how the future of horror is Nick Cage. Through research, facts, and recent reviewed movies, You will be convinced. Enjoy! Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tlevmedia...

    Jun 7, 2022

    1h 05m
20. 21

    #21 - We Sh*t Our Pants During Stranger Things! + Winnie the Pooh is a Horror Icon

    Thanks for Watching or Listening! In this podcast, Mr. E and Thomas talk about Stranger Things, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and what the future of horror looks like. Also, it's the beginning of Spooky Summer! Enjoy! Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tlevmedia...

    Jun 1, 2022

    1h 13m
21. 20

    #20 - Can Netflix Be Saved? + No More Mazes?

    Thanks for Watching or Listening! In this podcast, Mr. E and Thomas talk about the future of Netflix and if their upcoming shows will save the company. Plus, we discuss our thoughts on the name switch of "Mazes" to "Houses" at Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood. Enjoy! Support us on Buy Me a…

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    May 26, 2022

    1h 03m
22. 19

    #19 - Disney is DOOMED! + CONFIRMED Haunt Events for 2022

    Thanks for Watching or Listening! In this podcast, Mr. E and Thomas talk about the route Disney is currently going and what should be fixed, plus CONFIRMED Haunt events for 2022. We also go off the rails and talk about many more topics. Enjoy! Support us on Buy Me a Coffee!...

    May 13, 2022

    1h 12m
23. 18

    #18 - What Haunt Season 2021 Is Going to Look Like! + Honest Review of "Old"...

    Thanks for Watching! In this video, Mr. E and Thomas talked about what Haunt Season 2021 is going to look like as of now! Plus, we explain where we have been these past few months. ALSO, an honest review of American Horror Stories and the movie Old. Enjoy! The following video, along with the...

    Jul 31, 2021

    1h 19m
24. 17

    #17 - Horror Muppet Movies! + Josue is back!

    Thanks for Watching! In this video, we talk about Muppets, HHN, Sneider making miles sick, and Josue being back. Enjoy! The following video, along with the channel it's on, is intended for a general audience over the age of thirteen (13). Viewer discretion is advised. Time Stamps: 1:00 : Catching...

    Jan 27, 2021

    1h 04m
25. 16

    #16 - Haunt Season 2020 REVIEW!! Worst Year in History?

    Thanks for Watching! In this episode, we get back together to talk about haunt season 2020, and was it a good year or not? Enjoy! The following video, along with the channel it's on, is intended for a general audience over the age of thirteen (13). Viewer discretion is advised. Support us on Buy…

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    Jan 3, 2021

    1h 05m
26. 14

    #14 - Interview w/Killer Klowns From Outer Space Music Composer (John Massari)

    This week, Mr. John Massari, the media composer for projects such as 'Killer Klowns From Outer Space' & 'Wonder World of Disney' stops by. Josue meets Baby Yoda. Mr. E survives a trip to Downtown Disney. Thomas wants HHN logo on his Whopper. It's time for another episode of the Pick Your Brain...

    Jul 21, 2020

    1h 16m
27. 13

    #13 - Interview w/ Voice Actor AJ Danna

    Mr. E finally gets to meet AJ Danna from LA Haunted Hayride. Josue announces his baby's name. Thomas has a laughing fit. It's another episode of the Pick Your Brain Podcast!

    Jul 14, 2020

    1h 01m
28. 12

    #12 - Queen Mary's Dark Harbor Is CANCELLED!

    Josue is excited for FALLOUT TV show. Mr. E wants more from the Splash Mountain retheme. Thomas loves Dark Harbor. It's time for another episode of the Pick Your Brain Podcast!

    Jul 7, 2020

    1h 03m
29. 11

    #11 - Addressing Haunt Season 2020 Rumors

    Thomas talks Halloween Horror Nights Speculation Maps. Josue is worried about The Queen Mary. Mr. E won't stop talking about Disney-Pixar's 'Ratatouille'. It's time for another episode of the Pick Your Brain Podcast! Follow us on Social Media! Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/TLEVmedia Instagram:...

    Jun 23, 2020

    1h 02m
30. 10

    #10 - Predicting The Walking Dead Season Finale!

    Josue predicts the ending of The Walking Dead. Mr. E keeps us in the loop on all the latest Star Wars LEGO sets coming this summer. Thomas calls out JK Rowling for being transphobic. It's time for another episode of the Pick Your Brain Podcast! Black Trans Lives Matter:...

    Jun 16, 2020

    59m
31. 9

    #9 - Josue's Big Announcement!

    Theme Parks are Reopening. Halloween Horror Nights Casting Calls. Josue has a life-changing announcement. It's time for another episode of the Pick Your Brain Podcast! Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tlevmedia...

    Jun 9, 2020

    49m
32. 8

    #8 - We Almost Broke Halloween Horror Nights!

    Mr. E keeps mixing up Chris Rock and Chris Tucker. Josue sings movie scores. Thomas isn't excited for a live-action Hercules. It's time for another episode of the Pick Your Brain Podcast! Follow us on Social Media! Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/TLEVmedia Instagram:...

    May 19, 2020

    55m
33. 7

    #7 - Mr. E's Review of Hereditary

    Mr. E just watched Hereditary for the first time. James Wan's Conjuring 3 goes to court. Thomas hates Art the Clown. It's time for another episode of the Pick Your Brain Podcast! Support us on Buy Me a Coffee!...

    May 12, 2020

    1h 04m
34. 6

    #6 - Bye Bye Midsummer Scream!

    Midsummer Scream, the greatest horror convention in Southern California, has been cancelled. We are sad. AMC will no longer be showing Universal Pictures movies because Trolls: World Tour was too successful. We are pissed. It's time for another episode of the Pick Your Brain Podcast! Support us…

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    May 12, 2020

    42m
35. 5

    #5 - Famous Horror Movies as Musicals

    The Broadway musical re-imagining of 'Beetlejuice' is a Tony award-winning show. So what other horror properties deserve to be reimagined as a musical? Let's pick our brains! Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tlevmedia Follow us on Social Media! Twitter:...

    Apr 21, 2020

    53m
36. 4

    #4 - Best Horror Movies To Watch In Quarantine

    Halloween Horror Nights speculation maps, a ghost in the TLEV studio, and our top 5 favorite horror movies that everyone should watch during self-isolation. Let's pick our brains! Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tlevmedia Follow us on Social Media! Twitter:...

    Apr 21, 2020

    1h 09m
37. 3

    #3 - Horror Events We Want To See Return!

    The ghoul boys talk about their favorites horror events of haunt season's past, ghost hunting, and horror movie fights. Let's pick our brains! Have a horror short film? Send it to us, and we'll put it on the channel! Send it to - [email protected] The following video, along with the channel…

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    Apr 21, 2020

    56m
38. 2

    #2 - Our First Times at Halloween Horror Nights

    When did we start going to Halloween Horror Nights? What are some of our favorite former Universal Studios Hollywood attractions? It's time to pick your brain! Support us on Buy Me a Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tlevmedia Follow us on Social Media! Twitter…

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    Mar 24, 2020

    1h 02m
39. 1

    #1 - Horror is Cancelled!

    So there's this new viral trend going around. It sounds like it's named after a beer. Maybe you've heard of it? And it's starting to affect horror movies, horror conventions, and the future of horror. Let's talk about it! Support your boys with Buy Me a Coffee! -...

    Mar 17, 2020

    55m
40. #0 - What We Wish We Knew About the Horror Community

    So you wanna be a horror fan? Here is everything we wish we knew about the horror community, haunt season, and the true meaning behind horror. Enjoy! Follow us on Social Media! Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/TLEVmedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tlevmedia Facebook:...

    Mar 10, 2020

    58m