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Join the Scream Teams as they share their experience and insight on various topics that pertain to Halloween, the Haunted Attraction industry and what it's like to be pro haunt reviewers.

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    Why We Need Haunts Now More Than Ever - Interview with Allen Hopps

    Send us Fan MailBryan (Team Skelegore) and Vince (Team Skulleton Crew) chat with Allen Hopps of Dark Hour Haunted House, The North American Cryptid Museum, and Stiltbeast Studios. Allen discusses future haunt possibilities, the need for community, why we need haunted attractions now more than ever, and how haunting can help you tackle real-life problems. He explains why “The more the world sucks, the more we need haunted houses.” All this, and more, on The Scare Factor Podcast!

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    S5E4: Spooky Summer Thrills - Off-Season Events and Year-Round Haunts

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Scare Factor Podcast, Bryan (Team Skelegore) and Mallie (Team Boot Scootin’ Boogiemen) discuss the world of off-season events and year-round haunts. From the things you need to know to a discussion of their favorite shows, this episode is just in time for vacation season.

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    S5E3: Why Haunt Locations Matter

    Send us Fan MailThis week on The Scare Factor Podcast, Bryan and Vince discuss haunt locations, and why they matter. What makes a location work (or not) for a haunt? What can haunts do to maximize their location? Should you go see a strip mall haunt? Grab a drink and join the boys for this discussion on location and immersion.

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    S5E2: The Physics of Haunts

    Send us Fan MailBryan (Team Skelegore) and Vince (Team Skulleton Crew) channel their inner science guys and talk with guest Wes Taylor about the physics of haunts. From Pepper’s Ghost to laser swamps, black lights, and more. Attributions:The original uploader was Wapcaplet at English Wikipedia., CC BY-SA 3.0 <http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/>, via Wikimedia CommonsBertrand (no first name given), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

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    S5E1: This is HAUNTpardy!

    Send us Fan MailIt’s the season 5 premiere! In this episode, Bryan (Team Skelegore) and Vince (Team Skulleton Crew) welcome brand new reviewers to The Scare Factor by pitting them against each other in a thrilling game of Hauntpardy! Play along with Mallie (Team Boot Scootin’ Boogeymen), Eron (Team Specter Moose), and Derek (Team Nosforatour) to test your spooky smarts.Hauntpardy! Was made using buzzinga.io

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    Interview with Find Your Fright Haunted House - Loveland, Colorado

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Andrew with Team Hauntarama, chats with the masterminds behind Find Your Fright Haunted House - a fun Halloween haunt in Loveland, Colorado! Come listen to what it's all about, get insight on 2025 changes, and more! Join our Newsletter and Never Miss an Update!https://www.thescarefactor.com/newsletter/FrankenFuel Energy Drinks - Save 15%!https://www.frankenfuel.com/scarefactorMerch Store: https://the-scare-factor.myspreadshop.com/Music: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    Season 4 Finale: Making The Most of A Haunted House Visit

    Send us Fan MailJoin Bryan (Team Skelegore) and some of the other scream teams as they give you tips and tricks for making the most of any haunt visit. From checking the haunt's website to getting home safely, we've got you covered at every step. Featuring: Taylor and Morgan (Team Bradypack), Steve (Team Cleaverland,) Vince (Team Skulleton Crew), Kassidy (Team Graveyard Shift,) Dallas (Team Midwest Macabre,) Tyler and Nora (Team Zombillies).Join our Newsletter and Never Miss an Update!https://www.thescarefactor.com/newsletter/FrankenFuel Energy Drinks - Save 15%!https://www.frankenfuel.com/scarefactorMerch Store: https://the-scare-factor.myspreadshop.com/Music: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    From Rides to Frights: Elitch Gardens’ Andrew Miller on Fright Fest

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Andrew Montoya with Team Hauntarama interviews Andrew Miller, Operations Director at Elitch Gardens in Colorado, on Fright Fest operations for the 2025 haunt season. All-new nightmares await! This year, Fright Fest is unleashing more fear than ever with three new TERRORtories, two new haunted houses, and the new Fright Fest Show! At this amusement park, you can have lots of fun by day, but fright by night! Join our Newsletter and Never Miss an Update!https://www.thescarefactor.com/newsle...FrankenFuel Energy Drinks - Save 15%!https://www.frankenfuel.com/scarefactorMerch Store: https://the-scare-factor.myspreadshop

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    S4E13: Inside the Mind of a Haunt Reviewer | Jarad from Halloween Haunts 365

    Send us Fan MailWhat happens when haunt reviewers sit down together for an hour? 🎃 In this episode, Bryan (Team Skelegore) and Vince (Team Skulleton Crew) welcome Jarad Hagerty from Halloween Haunts 365 for a lively conversation about the haunted attraction industry.From the excitement of Halloween conventions to the behind-the-scenes magic of local haunts, the group dives into why these attractions continue to captivate fans year after year. They share stories from the midway, talk about the evolution of haunt reviews, and explore what makes attending a haunt such a unique experience.Whether you’re a die-hard haunt enthusiast, an industry insider, or just curious about what goes into reviewing haunted attractions, this episode offers a fun mix of insight, spooky stories, and reviewer camaraderie.Join our Newsletter and Never Miss an Update!https://www.thescarefactor.com/newsletter/FrankenFuel Energy Drinks - Save 15%!https://www.frankenfuel.com/scarefactorMerch Store: https://the-scare-factor.myspreadshop.com/Music: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    S4E12: Terrorizing Your Children: How Young Is Too Young To Get Scared?

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Bryan (Team Skelegore), Taylor (Team Bradypack), and Vince (Team Skulleton Crew) discuss how to introduce your kids to haunted attractions. Choosing the right time and place is tough, but where do you even begin? The crew unravels the mystery of finding suitable haunts to bring the whole family to, and what options there are for younger guests. We stress how important it is not to traumatize your children and how to find the best haunt for them! Join our Newsletter and Never Miss an Update!https://www.thescarefactor.com/newsletter/FrankenFuel Energy Drinks - Save 15%!https://www.frankenfuel.com/scarefactorMerch Store: https://the-scare-factor.myspreadshop.com/Music: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    S4E11: What Does Fear TASTE Like?

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Vince (Team Skulleton Crew) and Bryan (Team Skelegore) discuss the physical effects that haunts have on our bodies. As a high school human anatomy and physiology teacher, Vince helps us understand what's going on inside of us when we visit haunts. From optical illusions to foul smells, the boys cover the ways in which haunts tap into our basic senses and make us experience terror in every part of our body.Join our Newsletter and Never Miss an Update!https://www.thescarefactor.com/newsletter/FrankenFuel Energy Drinks - Save 15%!https://www.frankenfuel.com/scarefactorMerch Store: https://the-scare-factor.myspreadshop.com/Music: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    S4E10: All About Haunt Midways

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Bryan (Team Skelegore), Taylor (Team Bradypack), and Vince (Team Skulleton Crew) discuss haunt midways. From midways that are mid, to full-on carnivals - midways can make or break your haunt experience. Listen in as we discuss our favorite midways and what makes them great, to our least favorite midways and what could help boost them into the stratosphere. Whether you're a haunt owner looking for that special something or a Halloween enthusiast looking for new haunts to see, this episode covers it all.Join our Newsletter and Never Miss an Update!https://www.thescarefactor.com/newsletter/FrankenFuel Energy Drinks - Save 15%!https://www.frankenfuel.com/scarefactorMerch Store: https://the-scare-factor.myspreadshop.com/Music: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    S4E9: Haunt Manners 101: Do's & Don’ts with Nightmare’s Gate's Craig Newton

    Send us Fan MailJoin hosts Bryan, Taylor, and Vince on the Scare Factor Podcast as they sit down with Craig Newton, creative director of Georgia’s premier Nightmare’s Gate Haunted House, for a masterclass in haunted house etiquette. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned haunt seeker, learn the essential dos and don’ts to ensure every scare-filled step, from check-in to finale, stays safe, fun, and respectful.In this episode, you’ll discover:Actor Interactions: The golden rules for touching props, grabbing actors, or how to not behavePhoto & Video Guidelines: When it’s okay to snap pics (and when to keep your phone holstered).Craig also shares behind-the-scenes insights on what haunt operators really want from their guests—and the one mistake that can get you escorted out.Music: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    S4E8: Theme & Thrills – Haunt Highlights

    Send us Fan MailIn Episode 8 of the Scare Factor Podcast, hosts Bryan (Team Skelegore) and Vince (Skulleton Crew) break down the some of the best haunted attractions, spotlighting the ones that excel at theming, storytelling, finale effects, and set design. If you’re a dedicated haunt seeker or just planning your next scream-park trip, you’ll learn what haunts are great for our specific review categories. Join our Newsletter and Never Miss an Update!https://www.thescarefactor.com/newsletter/FrankenFuel Energy Drinks - Save 15%!https://www.frankenfuel.com/scarefactorMerch Store: https://the-scare-factor.myspreadshop.com/Music: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    S4E7: Scream Team Showdown - Haunt Actor Horror Stories

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Scare Factor Podcast, join host Bryan (Team Skelegore, NY) and co-host Vince (Skulleton Crew, GA) for a ghastly gathering of scream teams from across the country. This week’s challengers - Tiph (Terror Techies, WA), Corey (Night Stalkers, PA), Dallas (Midwest Macabre, IA), and Doug (Jefferson Starship, SC) - each spin a spine-tingling scare-actor anecdote. But here’s the twist: you’ll have to guess which tale belongs to which terror-toting teammate.🔍 In This Episode:Multiple hair-raising stories straight from the stages of horror.Quickfire deduction rounds with Bryan and Vince.Behind-the-scenes laughs, insider tips, and scare-actor secrets.Music: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com#HauntedHouseTips #HauntMustHaves #TheScareFactorPodcast #HauntOwners #ScareFactor #HauntedAttractions #HauntIndustry

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    S4E6: What Haunt Customers REALLY Want: The Must-Haves for Every Haunted Attraction

    Send us Fan MailWhat makes a haunted attraction great instead of just "meh"?In this episode of The Scare Factor Podcast, Bryan from Team Skelegore and Taylor from Team Brady Pack dive into the core review categories used by our Scream Teams: Cast, Costuming, Customer Service, Immersion, Special Effects, Scare Factor, and Entertainment & Value.But this isn’t just a review breakdown—we’re highlighting what customers actually care about. From actor engagement to scare variety, from customer service surprises to must-have queue entertainment, this episode is packed with insights every haunt owner (and haunt fan) should hear.🎙️ Featuring:👻 Bryan – Team Skelegore (NY)🧛 Taylor – Team Brady Pack (IN)👉 Whether you run a haunt or just love visiting them, this episode will give you the inside scoop on what fans really want from their spooky season!#HauntedHouseTips #HauntMustHaves #TheScareFactorPodcast #HauntOwners #ScareFactor #HauntedAttractions #HauntIndustryMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    Fun... or Frightening? What's ACTUALLY Scary in Haunts?

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we dig into the scare techniques that genuinely frighten—versus the ones that are simply entertaining. From heart-pounding jump scares to slow-burn psychological dread, Vince shares firsthand insights from his most unforgettable haunt experiences.Whether you’re a hardcore haunt fan or a seasonal spook seeker, you’ll learn what really sends shivers through your next haunt visit. Subscribe to The Scare Factor Podcast, leave us a review, and tell us... what scare technique haunts you most?#podcast #scaretactics #thescarefactor #scarefactorpodcastJoin our Newsletter and Never Miss an Update!https://www.thescarefactor.com/newsletter/FrankenFuel Energy Drinks - Save 15%!https://www.frankenfuel.com/scarefactorMerch Store: https://the-scare-factor.myspreadshop.com/Consider becoming a MEMBER of our YouTube channel for early access to new videos, bonus content, & more! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCON-k4ch8LwVCJAUVZV2ySg/join🔴Want more podcast episodes? Here's a playlist for you👉https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvJFo-CWeKPYKDOclZgukqdMQPa8nkvqDMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comThe Scare Factor is a network of haunted attraction lovers dedicated to helping YOU discover more about haunted houses. During the September and October Halloween season, we bring you haunted house walkthrough videos and recaps of the haunts we review. For the rest of the year, we keep the scares going by visiting haunted attractions during their holiday or other off-season events, conventions, trade shows, and more! Don't forget to subscribe and sign up for our "Haunt Advisor" email newsletter to get occasional notifications of new videos (and reviews) that we publish. Thanks so much for stopping by! Be sure to let us know you're here in the comments; we love chatting with our viewers! We hope to see you at a haunt someday and, as always, Stay Scary!

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    The Story on Story - Relating Haunt Storylines to Customers

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode Bryan and Morgan talk with Chris Lankford from The Asylum Haunted House (Evansville, IN) about how haunted houses create storylines and their role in keeping customers immersed in the experience. What haunts have you been to that have the best storylines? Let us know!

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    Hoodies & Hot Cider - What Do Haunt Customers REALLY Want?

    Send us Fan MailWhat makes the perfect haunted house gift shop? 👻🛒In this episode, Bryan from Team Skelegore is joined by Taylor from Team Brady Pack and a brand new guest on the podcast - Lindsay from Team Lone Wolf - to dive into the world of haunt merchandise!From hoodies to hot cider, shot glasses to customer-character items, they break down:What makes a great haunt gift shop experienceFrightful foodsThe must-have merch every haunt should offerWeird or surprising items they’ve seen (and bought!)What they personally collect after every haunt tripAnd what they wish more haunts would sell 👀If you love haunted attractions and love to shop after you scream, this one's for you.🎃 Haunt owners: grab a notepad - these are real tips from your real customers!

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    How NOT to Review a Haunted House

    Send us Fan MailAre your reviews helping or haunting? 👻In this episode, Bryan from Team Skelegore and Taylor and Morgan from Team Brady Pack dive deep into what makes a great haunted house review… and what makes haunts roll their eyes. From fair feedback to petty complaints, we’re breaking down what customers should include in a review — and what to leave in the grave.Whether you’re a haunt owner or a horror fan who loves sharing your experiences, this one’s for you.→ Why vague reviews don’t help→ What haunts really want (and need) to hear→ How to be honest and helpful→ Our biggest review pet peeves🎧 Tune in for laughs, lessons, and the unfiltered truth from those who read and write hundreds of Halloween haunted attraction reviews every year.

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    The Haunting Game: Can You Spot the Truth?

    Send us Fan MailWe’re kicking off Season 4 with something a little different... and a whole lot spooky. In this special roundtable episode, The Scare Factor crew each shares two ghost stories, but here’s the catch: one is real, and one is completely made up. Can you tell which tales actually happened? Or will the fakes fool you?We’ll introduce ourselves (because hey, some of you might be new!) and then dive into eerie encounters, twisted tales, and spine-tingling setups that’ll keep you guessing till the very end.Drop your guesses in the comments or on social, let’s see who really knows their ghosts from the goofs.Let the haunting games begin…

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    Haunted Stage Stop's LAST YEAR!? (Colorado, Team Hauntarama Interview)

    Send us Fan MailGreetings, fellow foolish mortal!In this episode, Andrew from Team Hauntarama interviews Andy Reiner from Haunted Stage Stop during what COULD be their last season of operation in their current location. Andy discusses some of the tribulations of haunting a historic building undergoing renovations, not to mention it being ACTUALLY haunted! With incredible soundscapes and unique ideas that you won't find elsewhere, be sure to visit Haunted Stage Stop in Rollinsville, Colorado... BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE!!!

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    The Ritual: Interview with Team Hauntarama

    Send us Fan MailGreetings, fellow foolish mortals!In this episode, Andrew from Team Hauntarama interviews Brittani and David, owners of The Ritual haunted house in Englewood, Colorado. The couple discuss what makes their haunt unique, their cast, special experiences they offer, and more! If you find yourself near Denver, CO this haunt season, definitely stop by and pay their haunt a visit!More About The Ritual Haunted House:https://www.thescarefactor.com/haunted-house-directory/colorado/the-ritual-haunted-house/

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    Dangerous Guests: The Customer Is NOT Always Right

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Bryan, Tiphennie, and Joanna discuss their experiences with unruly haunt customers - both as fellow guests AND as haunt actors - and what you can learn from their tribulations.Interested in becoming a Scream Team for TheScareFactor.com? Check out the TEAMS page on our website to see if we need coverage in your area!The Scare Factor is a Halloween haunted house review website and directory. All of our podcast episodes, in-depth haunted house reviews, and a directory of all North American haunted attractions are right here on our website!Show Credits:Host: Bryan Oates, Tiphennie YaoSpecial Guest: Joanna DanowskiProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: Bryan OatesCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLCMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    When Haunted Houses Get Touchy-Feely... Literally.

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Bryan and Tiphennie bring on special guest Joanna from Team Zombillies to discuss "touch" haunts, the various levels of touching that guests can expect to encounter, and some controversial topics around "how much is too much."Interested in becoming a Scream Team for TheScareFactor.com? Check out the "Review Teams" page on our website to see if we need coverage in your area!The Scare Factor is a Halloween haunted house review website and directory. All of our podcast episodes, in-depth haunted house reviews, and a directory of all North American haunted attractions are right on our website!Show Credits:Hosts: Bryan Oates, Tiphennie YaoSpecial Guest: Joanna DanowskiProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: Bryan OatesCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLCMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers – https://www.silvermansound.com

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    More Annoying Sh!t Haunts Do

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Bryan and Tiph cover some more pet peeves and annoying things haunted houses do that just drives us up the wall! From false advertising to clingy managers, this is an episode you're NOT going to want to miss!Interested in becoming a Scream Team for TheScareFactor.com? Check out the "Review Teams" page on our website to see if we need coverage in your area!The Scare Factor is a Halloween haunted house review website and directory. All of our podcast episodes, in-depth haunted house reviews, and a directory of all North American haunted attractions are right on our website!Show Credits:Hosts: Bryan Oates, Tiphennie YaoProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: Bryan OatesCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLCMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers – https://www.silvermansound.com

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    Blackout Haunts: Scenes Not Seen

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Bryan and Tiphennie discuss the pros and cons of "blackout haunts," and what you should expect when visiting these special haunted house events.The Scare Factor is a Halloween haunted house review website and directory. All of our podcast episodes, in-depth haunted house reviews, and a directory of all North American haunted attractions are right here on our website!Show Credits:Hosts: Bryan Oates, Tiphennie YaoProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: Bryan OatesCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLCMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers – https://www.silvermansound.com

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    Unique Haunts - There's Some Weird Ones Out There!

    Send us Fan MailJoin us as we discuss some of the most unique haunts we've been to and heard of from across the country!Show Credits:Hosts: Tyler & Nora Proffet, Bryan OatesProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: Bryan OatesCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLCMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers – https://www.silvermansound.com

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    The Best Haunt Visiting Tips with Maximus Christian Bryant (AKA: "Pumpkin Smasher")

    Send us Fan MailJoin Tyler, Nora, and Bryan as they talk with Maximus Christian Bryant (AKA: "Pumpkin Smasher") from The Dent Schoolhouse in Cincinnati, Ohio, about haunt visiting etiquette. Max gives us his best tips on how to have the best time visiting haunted houses this season!The Scare Factor is a Halloween haunted house review website and directory. Our website has all our podcast episodes, in-depth haunted house reviews, and a directory of all North American haunted attractions!Show Credits:Hosts: Tyler & Nora Proffet, Bryan OatesSpecial Guest: Maximus Christian BryantProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: Bryan OatesCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLCMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    New Review Teams, Interviewing Our 2021 #1 Rated Haunt, and National News

    Send us Fan MailOur very first "Franken-sode!" (Multiple topics in 1 episode)This week, we'll hear from one of our brand new review teams for 2022, Tyler & Nora cover some national haunt news topics, and Andrew brings an EXCLUSIVE interview with Terror In the Corn; our #1 Rated Haunted House in 2021!Links:The Scare Factor: https://www.thescarefactor.com/Terror in the Corn: https://www.terrorinthecorn.com/Team Graveyard Shift: https://www.thescarefactor.com/teams/team-graveyard-shift/Thirteenth Hour Haunt: https://www.thirteenthhourindy.com/Piney Acres Haunt: http://www.pineyacresscreamfarm.com/Superior Haunted Trails: https://www.superiorhauntedtrails.com/A Brush With Death Haunt: https://www.thescarefactor.com/haunted-house-directory/indiana/a-brush-with-death/Grim Trails Haunt: https://grimtrails.com/American Horrorplex Haunt: https://www.americanhorrorplex.com/Irvington Asylum Haunt: https://www.thescarefactor.com/haunted-house-directory/kentucky/Irvington-Asylum/Legend at Pope Lick: https://mostfunyoueverhad.com/outpost/Kings Island Haunts: https://www.visitkingsisland.com/events/haunt/Jail of Terror Haunt: https://www.facebook.com/Jailofterror/Hershey Park Haunts: https://www.hersheypark.com/explore-the-park/halloween.phpHalloween Horror Nights: https://www.halloweenhorrornights.com/Netherworld Haunt: https://www.fearworld.com/House of Spirits Soiree: https://houseofspiritssoiree.com/seattleNightmare Factory Haunt: https://sites.google.com/osd.k12.or.us/nightmare-factoryHaunted Attraction Network: https://www.haunt.news/ or https://hauntedattractionnetwork.com/The Scare Factor is a Halloween haunted house review website and directory.Show Credits:Hosts: Tyler & Nora Proffet, Bryan Oates, Tiphennie Yao, Andrew MontoyaProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: The Scare Factor, LLCCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLCMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers (silvermansound.com)

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    Special FX Pet Peeves: Yeah, We've Seen That

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Tyler, Nora, Bryan, and Tiph discuss some of the most common Special FX failures they've seen over and over again in the haunted houses they visit.What are some of YOUR Special FX pet peeves?Interested in becoming a Scream Team for TheScareFactor.com? Check out the Teams page on the website to see if we need coverage in your area:https://www.thescarefactor.com/join-the-scare-factor-haunted-house-reviewers/The Scare Factor is a Halloween haunted house review website and directory. All of our podcast episodes, in-depth haunted house reviews, and a directory of all North American haunted attractions are right here on our website:https://www.thescarefactor.comShow Credits:Hosts: Tyler & Nora Proffet, Bryan Oates, Tiphennie YaoProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: Bryan OatesCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLCMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    Customer Service Pet Peeves: We Want Your Manager! | S2E5

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Tyler, Nora, Bryan, and Tiph discuss common customer service pitfalls and a few tips and tricks for avoiding them.What are some of YOUR customer service pet peeves?The Scare Factor is a Halloween haunted attraction review website and directory. Check out our website at https://www.thescarefactor.com/ and on all of the socials @thescarefactor!Show Credits:Hosts: Tyler & Nora Proffet, Bryan Oates, Tiphennie YaoProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: Bryan OatesCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLCMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    What Is A Haunted House and Why Should You Go? | S2E4

    Send us Fan MailJoin Tyler, Nora, Bryan, and Tiph as they discuss what exactly IS a haunted house / haunted attraction, why we love going to them so much, and why you should too! They also address a few misconceptions and concerns that some customers may have.The Scare Factor is a Halloween haunted house review website and directory. All of our podcast episodes, in-depth haunted house reviews, and a directory of all North American haunted attraction are on our website at: https://www.thescarefactor.com/Check us out on all of the socials and YouTube: @thescarefactorShow Credits:Hosts: Tyler & Nora Proffet, Bryan Oates, Tiphennie YaoProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: Bryan OatesCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLCMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    Trends in the Haunted House Industry | S2E3

    Send us Fan MailJoin Tyler, Nora, Bryan and Tiph as they discuss good (and bad) trends they've noticed in haunted houses across the country!What are some haunt trends that YOU'VE noticed? Let us know!Find us on the socials and YouTube @thescarefactorInterested in becoming a Scream Team for TheScareFactor.com?Check out the Teams page on the website to see if we need coverage in your area:https://www.thescarefactor.com/join-the-scare-factor-haunted-house-reviewers/Show Credits:Hosts: Tyler & Nora Proffet, Bryan Oates & Tiphennie YaoProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: Bryan OatesCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLCMusic: They Come At Night by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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    Off-Season, Holiday and Year-Round Haunted House Events

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, the Scream Teams discuss the types of year-round, holiday-themed, and other off-season haunted house events you can find.Did we miss any?Reach out to us on any of our socials @thescarefactor(YouTube, FB, IG, TikTok, and Twitter)Interested in becoming a Scream Team for TheScareFactor.com?Check out the Teams page on the website to see if we need coverage in your area:https://www.thescarefactor.com/join-the-scare-factor-haunted-house-reviewers/Show Credits:Hosts: Tyler & Nora Proffet, Bryan Oates & Tiphennie YaoProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: Bryan OatesCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLC

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    How Many Types of Scares Are There?

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Bryan (Team Skelegore) and Tiph (Team Terror Techies) discuss some of the more (and lesser) known types of scares that they see when visiting and reviewing haunted attractions.Did we miss any? Reach out to us on any of our socials @thescarefactor(YouTube, FB, IG, TikTok, and Twitter)Interested in becoming a Scream Team for TheScareFactor.com?Check out the Teams page on the website to see if we need coverage in your area:https://www.thescarefactor.com/join-the-scare-factor-haunted-house-reviewers/

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    Season 2 Intro - Catching Up and Looking Forward

    Send us Fan MailJoin Tyler & Nora as they discuss what's been happenin' since last haunt season, and as they look forward to some of what you can expect from The Scare Factor in 2022!Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to get notified of every episode!Check out our Haunt Reviews, the Haunted Attraction Directory, and the new Ghost Directory at:https://www.thescarefactor.com/Follow us on the socials at:FB, IG & TikTok @thescarefactor

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    How to Make The Most of Your Haunted House Visits - Season 1 Finale

    Send us Fan MailJoin the Scream Teams as they discuss a wide variety of tips and tricks about finding haunts, planning your trips, the best ways to attend them, and what to do while you're there to make sure you have the absolute best time at a haunted house this season!The goal of The Scare Factor Podcast is to provide entertainment, value, and likely a few laughs to haunt enthusiasts abroad as we promote and cover topics that pertain to the Halloween, haunted house and Haunted Attraction industry.You can follow us on most social media platforms @thescarefactor and at TheScareFactor.com.If you like what we're doing, please take a few seconds to leave us a review... it'd make all the difference in the world to us!

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    Pet Peeves: Common Costuming & Makeup Mess-Ups | S1E9

    Send us Fan MailJoin the Scream Teams as they discuss their pet peeves (and some from the audience) around haunted house costumes and makeup mess-ups; some of the things we've seen that just annoy the crap out of us!The goal of The Scare Factor Podcast is to provide entertainment, value, and likely a few laughs to haunt enthusiasts abroad as we promote and cover topics that pertain to the Halloween, haunted house and Haunted Attraction industry.You can follow us on most social media platforms @thescarefactor and at TheScareFactor.com.If you like what we're doing, please take a few seconds to leave us a review... it'd make all the difference in the world to us!

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    Pet Peeves: Annoying Stuff that Actors & Staff Do - S1E8

    Send us Fan MailJoin the Scream Teams as they discuss the their pet peeves (and some from the audience) around haunt actors and staff; some of the things they do that just annoy the crap out of us!The goal of The Scare Factor Podcast is to provide entertainment, value, and likely a few laughs to haunt enthusiasts abroad as we promote and cover topics that pertain to the Halloween, haunted house and Haunted Attraction industry.You can follow us on most social media platforms @thescarefactor and at TheScareFactor.com.If you like what we're doing, please take a few seconds to leave us a review... it'd make all the difference in the world to us!

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    HAH The Event - Interviews with Sindicate Haunted House Group and Scary Train

    Send us Fan MailJoin Tyler at the very first Haunters Against Hate - The Event in Louisville, KY as he interviews Teddy Summers and Boston Petit from Sindicate Haunted House Group and Kirby Farm Scary Train from Williston, Florida.Learn more about The Scare Factor at https://www.TheScareFactor.com/ and on all of the socials @thescarefactor.Learn more about Sindicate Haunted House Group on Facebook @SindicateHauntsLearn more about Kirby Farm Scary Train on Facebook @Kirbyfamilyfarm or on their website at https://www.kirbyfarm.com/Show Credits:Host: Tyler ProffetSpeakers: Teddy Summers, Boston Petit, Kirby Farm Scary TrainProduced By: The Scare Factor, LLCPost-Production By: Tyler ProffetCopyright: The Scare Factor, LLC

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    Fears & Phobias: What We're Afraid Of - S1E7

    Send us Fan MailJoin the Scream Teams as they discuss the differences between "fears" and "phobias," and some of the things they're afraid of themselves!The goal of The Scare Factor Podcast is to provide entertainment, value, and likely a few laughs to haunt enthusiasts abroad as we promote and cover topics that pertain to the Halloween, haunted house and Haunted Attraction industry.You can follow us on most social media platforms @thescarefactor and at TheScareFactor.com.If you like what we're doing, please take a few seconds to leave us a review... it'd make all the difference in the world to us!

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    Haunt Websites - Are They Dead?? | S1E6

    Send us Fan MailJoin the Scream Teams as they discuss haunted attraction websites, how important they are to the customer experience, and what a 'good' haunt website should have.The goal of The Scare Factor Podcast is to provide entertainment, value, and likely a few laughs to haunt enthusiasts abroad as we promote and cover topics that pertain to the Halloween, haunted house and Haunted Attraction industry.You can follow us on most social media platforms @thescarefactor and at TheScareFactor.com.If you like what we're doing, please take a few seconds to leave us a review... it'd make all the difference in the world to us!

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    Timed Ticketing - Is It Worth The Wait? | S1E5

    Send us Fan MailJoin the Scream Teams as they discuss the concepts of Timed Ticketing and Virtual Queues, their experiences with them, and the pros and cons of each.The goal of The Scare Factor Podcast is to provide entertainment, value, and likely a few laughs to haunt enthusiasts abroad as we promote and cover topics that pertain to the Halloween, haunted house and Haunted Attraction industry.Join us live on YouTube almost every weekend!https://www.youtube.com/c/thescarefactor/You can also follow us on most social media platforms @thescarefactorIf you like what we're doing, please take a few seconds to leave us a review... it'd make all the difference in the world to us!

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    Bucket List Haunts - Where We're DYING To Go! | S1E4

    Send us Fan MailJoin the Scream Teams as they discuss some of the haunts they're just DYING to go to... and why!The goal of The Scare Factor Podcast is to provide entertainment, value, and likely a few laughs to haunt enthusiasts abroad as we promote and cover topics that pertain to the Halloween, haunted house and Haunted Attraction industry.Join us live on YouTube almost every weekend!https://www.youtube.com/c/thescarefactor/You can also follow us on most social media platforms @thescarefactorIf you like what we're doing, please take a few seconds to leave us a review... it'd make all the difference in the world to us!

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    A Day in the Life of a Reviewer - S1E3

    Send us Fan MailJoin the Scream Teams as they discuss what it's like to be a pro haunt reviewer. From scheduling and planning to the aftermath and post-publishing, this episode provides some great insight into what it takes to bring great quality haunt reviews to life!The goal of The Scare Factor Podcast is to provide entertainment, value, and likely a few laughs to haunt enthusiasts abroad as we promote and cover topics that pertain to the Halloween, haunted house and Haunted Attraction industry.Join us live on YouTube almost every weekend!https://www.youtube.com/c/thescarefactor/You can also follow us on most social media platforms @thescarefactorIf you like what we're doing, please take a few seconds to leave us a review... it'd make all the difference in the world to us!

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    Extreme Haunts - What Are They and Where Can I Find One? S1E2

    Send us Fan MailJoin the Scream Teams as they discuss what "Extreme Haunts" are, how they differ from an "Immersive Horror" experience, and a few places where you can try one on for size.The goal of The Scare Factor Podcast is to provide entertainment, value, and likely a few laughs as we promote and cover topics that pertain to the Halloween, haunted house and Haunted Attraction industry!Join us live on YouTube on Saturdays at 9:30pm!https://www.youtube.com/c/thescarefactor/You can also follow us on most social media platforms @thescarefactorIf you like what we're doing, please take a few seconds to leave us a review... it'd make all the difference in the world to us!

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    S1E1: Local Legends and Folklore

    Send us Fan MailJoin the Scream Teams as they discuss some of their local legends and folklore from across the country.The goal of The Scare Factor Podcast is to provide entertainment, value, and likely a few laughs as we promote and cover topics that pertain to the Halloween, haunted house and Haunted Attraction industry!Join us live on YouTube on Saturdays at 9:30pm!https://www.youtube.com/c/thescarefactor/You can also follow us on most social media platforms @thescarefactorIf you like what we're doing, please take a few seconds to leave us a review... it'd make all the difference in the world to us!

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Join the Scream Teams as they share their experience and insight on various topics that pertain to Halloween, the Haunted Attraction industry and what it's like to be pro haunt reviewers.

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Tyler & Nora Proffet: Owners, TheScareFactor.com

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