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Episode 342Welcome to June. The temperatures are rising, the humidity is rising, and the bugpopulations are rising. This means hot times ahead for haunters who are in full buildand hiring seasons. Please stay hydrated while you work, and let the Big Scary ShowEpisode 342 keep things cool with all the news, information, and music you need tokeep going. After all, October is only 4 months away.Storm is off this episode so we're bringing you a ‘Best of Haunt Minute'. Meathook Jim is talking to Bud Stross of the Dent Schoolhouse in Between the Corpses, Badger brings you the latestin Deadline News. The Old Crone interviews Tim Stedman of Dark Chord AudioProductions about how AI works for music.We have a new Gruesome Giveaway for June so be sure to listen carefully and enter the contest. Finally, we're spinning some spooky tunes (courtesy of Shadows Symphony) to get you in the Fall mood while you sweat it out on your builds.With June being Pride Month, the Roundtable of Terror brings in Paul Lanner fromHaunters Against Hate and Joe Ripple from Scares That Care to discuss their upcomingevents, Haunters Against Hate: The Event 3 (Season of the Witch) and Scares ThatCare presents: Killer Pride. They're both conventions that celebrate our spookyLGBTQ+ brothers and sisters and provides a safe weekend filled with love, allies, andhaunting fun. Whether you belong to the LGBTQ+ community or not, all are welcome tocome join the fun and fellowship that these events will no doubt provide. All this and somuch more.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 342. (And please take a break and drink some water)Featured music: (Featuring Shadows Symphony)The Dead are WatchingThe Haunting of the Crowley HouseFairvale Funeral ParlorBeneath the Dark#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

New BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 341 - MHC IS COMING!Episode 341It's almost June. The weather is warming up, the humidity is starting to rise, andhaunted 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 lot of work to be done.Let the Big Scary Show Episode 341 keep you entertained and informed as you work onyour builds and make those building inspectors happy. (Remember, safety is sexy) Afterall, it's less than 5 months until the spooky season is upon us. Are you ready to panicyet?Storm is ranting in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim is talking to a very special guest inBetween the Corpses, Badger brings you the latest in Deadline News. The Old Cronetalks about making your emergency plans, and Vysther is back with his reflections on 13years of podcasting. Do we have a Gruesome Giveaway for May? Stay tuned to findout. Finally, we're spinning some rockin' tunes to get you in the mood while you sweat itout on your builds.The Roundtable of Terror talks about the Midwest Haunters Convention coming soon toChicago. Of course we had to bring back our old friend Kris Zahrobsky from Transworldto discuss all things MHC. We discuss the pre-show tours, the show floor, the classesand educational tracks, and of course…the costume ball and other after hours events.We also reminisce about MHC's of the past. This is one of the best conventions outthere and a great way to fire up your actors and get them prepared for the upcomingseason. Get registered now or you'll be kicking yourself if you miss it.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 341. (And please stay hydrated)Featured music:Bloody Jug Band - If You Want BloodThe Gladezmen - Big ‘Ol MonsterRev D-Ray & The Shockers - Zombie CowboysThe Tremors - Demon Boogie Fever#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

As we enter the month of May, haunts around the country are starting their hiring andbuilding seasons. There are also a few Halfway to Halloween events still going on solook out for them. It could be your last chance to see your favorite haunt before the Fall.In the meantime, we sent Badger to the East Coast Haunters Convention inPhiladelphia a couple weeks ago and he's returned with a LOT of interviews andcoverage from their sophomore event. If you missed it, you'll feel like you're there. If youwant to attend next year, they've already announced the dates for 2026. Visit the ECHCwebsite for that information and plan to be there next year.Storm is ranting about the most important question on the internet at the moment in aHaunt Minute. Meathook Jim is talking to Julie Ibarra from the Haunted Hydro, on Between the Corpses,Badger brings you the latest in Deadline News. And the Old Crone talks about using AI.We have a brand new Gruesome Giveaway for May so listen carefully and enter thecontest since we didn't have a winner last month. Finally, we're spinning some spookytunes to get you in the mood while you start hiring and building your haunts.The Roundtable of Terror tackles a rather difficult subject…abuse in the hauntworkplace, and not just from customers. There's a documentary coming out this Octoberthat discusses untold behind-the-scenes stories in the haunted house industry. We sit downwith the filmmaker to find out why there was a need for a documentary like this. Butthankfully it's not all disturbing, there are also positive stories of what makes this industry sospecial from those who work in it. However, there may be some subject matter that could bedifficult for some to hear. Consider yourself warned.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 340. (Only 5 months until October)Featured music:Sinister Symphony - The Doll HouseTommy Creep - More Zombie than ZombieVirgil - Night SinsAudio Zombie - Mine Shaft#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 339The warm weather is finally starting to show up and the (g)hosts are excited. It's been along 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 MidwestHaunters Convention in Chicago is happening in a little over a month. And don't forgetthe various Halfway to Halloween events coming up fast. Make no mistake, this is abusy time of year to be a haunter and the Big Scary Show is here to make sure youkeep up with all the spooky stuff going on.Storm is ranting in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim is talking to a very special guest inBetween the Corpses, Badger brings you the latest in Deadline News. And the OldCrone talks about haunt owner wellness. Do we have a Gruesome Giveaway winner forApril? Stay tuned to find out. Finally, we're spinning some rockin' tunes to get youmoving while you start your builds.And speaking of builds, the Roundtable of Terror gets into a big discussion about hauntsafety. As a haunted attraction owner, are you up to date on the latest safety featuresand fire codes for your haunt? We bring in a trio of haunt owners who know a little bitabout safety, fire, and CHAOS training to discuss keeping your haunts safe and to makeyour local fire marshal happy. If you own a haunt, this Roundtable is for you.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 339. (We're making safety sexy again)Featured music:Army of Darkness - CrawlCoffin Caddies - Zombies Ate my NeighborsThe Graveyard Boulevard - Meet Me at the GraveSupersuckers - Sleepy Vampire#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 338On 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, convention coverage, interviews, rants, and so much more?We've traveled thousands of miles, attended many many conventions and tradeshows, visited some of the greatest haunted attractions in the country, and have had a blast doing it. And don't worry, we have no intentions of slowing down. In fact, we're just getting started and Episode 338 is here to prove it.Storm is ranting about Dire Wolves in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim is talking to Nikki Hook from the Ohio Haunters Association in Between the Corpses, Badger brings you the latest in Deadline News. And the Old Crone talks about job applications. We also have a brand-new Gruesome Giveaway for the month of April. Finally, we're spinning some spooky tunes, (courtesy of Jerry Vayne), to celebrate our anniversaryShockingly, the Roundtable of Terror is all about the Big Scary Show being up and running for 13 years. We call in some old friends of the show to discuss all things relating to the show and the haunt industry in general. We promise it doesn't turn into a big praise fest, rather we explore some interesting topics and possibly go down some interesting rabbit holes. This is one Roundtable you don't want to miss.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIG SCARY SHOW Episode 338. (And thank you to all our fans for 13 spooky years)Featured music: (Featuring Jerry Vayne)The Headless Man (w/ Tim Tantrum)Death's GoodbyePatient ZeroWhen Hinges Creak#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 338On Friday the 13th of April, 2012, the Big Scary Show debuted its first episode and theworld of Halloween, Haunted Houses, and Horror has never been the same. Who couldhave guessed that 13 years later the (g)hosts would still be cranking out the latestnews, information, music, convention coverage, interviews, rants, and so much more?We've traveled thousands of miles, attended many many conventions and tradeshows,visited some of the greatest haunted attractions in the country, and have had a blastdoing it. And don't worry, we have no intentions of slowing down. In fact, we're justgetting started and Episode 338 is here to prove it.Storm is ranting about Dire Wolves in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim is talking to NikkiHook from the Ohio Haunters Association in Between the Corpses, Badger brings youthe latest in Deadline News. And the Old Crone talks about job applications. We alsohave a brand-new Gruesome Giveaway for the month of April. Finally, we're spinningsome spooky tunes, (courtesy of Jerry Vayne), to celebrate our anniversary.Shockingly, the Roundtable of Terror is all about the Big Scary Show being up andrunning for 13 years. We call in some old friends of the show to discuss all thingsrelating to the show and the haunt industry in general. We promise it doesn't turn into abig praise fest, rather we explore some interesting topics and possibly go down someinteresting rabbit holes. This is one Roundtable you don't want to miss.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 338. (And thank you to all our fans for 13 spooky years)Featured music: (Featuring Jerry Vayne)The Headless Man (w/ Tim Tantrum)Death's GoodbyePatient ZeroWhen Hinges Creak#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 337Spring has sprung, and the Big Scary Show (g)hosts are excited. It's time to clean outthose crypts, throw out those old body parts, and start making plans for warmerweather. After all, it's one more season closer to Fall. We start to wind down ourextensive coverage of Transworld by airing the remaining interviews Badger and the OldCrone got in St Louis. There are interviews with even more vendors and attendees whoall agree that Transworld 2025 was one for the ages. Even though we've hardlymanaged to rest up, we notice that there seems to be some sort of spooky rumblings tothe east, perhaps from southeastern Pennsylvania. Could that be…is it…oh my…theEast Coast Haunters Convention is less than a month away. There's no time to unpack,we need to get ready to hit the road to the City of Brotherly Love.Storm is under the weather so we're bringing you a ‘best of' Haunt Minute. MeathookJim may be back with another Between the Corpses, Badger brings you the latest inDeadline News. And the Old Crone talks about being a manager vs being a leader.Finally, we're spinning some rockin' tunes to welcome in the warmer weather.The Roundtable of Terror is all about Transworld's East Coast Haunters Convention,happening at the end of April in Philadelphia. We invite Kris Zahrobsky from Transworldto have a seat and discuss all things East Coast, from the pre-show tour, to vendors, toclasses and seminars, and more. Make no mistake, this show is going to be HUGE andif you were on the fence about attending, this conversation should make you rush totheir website and register. It's going to be an EPIC event.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 337. (Hope to see you in Philly)Featured music:The Independents - The Walking DeadToxic Zombie - Stranger ThingsSilent Horror - Evil DeadRitual of Odds - Nightmare on Elm Street#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 336It was a whirlwind of a weekend, but Transworld 2025 is in the books. Badger and theOld Crone had a great time talking to attendees, vendors, and so much more. Onceagain, we have too many interviews to fit into one show so the Big Scary Show episode336 will be part one of our coverage. If you missed the show, you'll feel like you werethere with all the conversations we're bringing you.Storm is ranting about haunts bringing back fears from the 1980's in a Haunt Minute.Meathook Jim is back with another Between the Corpses, Badger brings you the latestin Deadline News. And the Old Crone has a very special interview with a certainattendee at Transworld. We might have a Gruesome Giveaway winner for March, andfinally, we're spinning some spooky tunes in honor of Transworld 2025.There is no Roundtable of Terror this episode as we simply have too many interviews toget through. We do however, hope you'll check out our Roundtable of Terror sponsor,Hauntpay. It will be back next episode with a very special guest. All this, and so muchmore.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 336. (And rest up, because the East Coast HauntersConvention is just around the corner)Featured music: (Featuring: Verse 13)Embrace the Black RoseEmpty CoffinThe Asylum SpeaksIt Beckons#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 335By 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 there talking to everyone that will speak to them. If you couldn't make it this year, be sure to check out the next couple of shows as we'll be providing plenty of Transworld coverage. But what's going on with this episode of the Big Scary Show? Well, fear not, for Episode 335 is packed with all the news, information, music and segments that you've come to expect from the 4 (g)hosts. So let's get started.Storm is ranting in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim is back with some explanations on Between the Corpses, Badger brings you the latest in Deadline News and several interviews from the floor of the 150th Oddities and Curiosities Expo in Charlotte. The Old Crone discusses learning new haunt skills, we have a brand-new Gruesome Giveaway for March, and finally, we're spinning some rockin' tunes to celebrate Transworld 2025.The Roundtable of Terror talks horror-cons. We bring in organizers from several horror-cons to talk about how they're put together, what's involved with handling celebrities, strange stories, and a whole lot more. If you have one coming to your town, please go support them. There are horror cons put on all over the country nearly every weekend of the year and attendees are a prime demographic for your haunted attraction. 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 335.Featured music:Wednesday 13 - Till Death do us PartyMichael Graves - Beware13 Pagan Holiday 13 - She's DeadThe Independents - Bloody Night, Bloody Knife#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 334Make no mistake, this is a busy time of the year for those who work in this industry. Assome 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 onValentine's, St Patrick's Day, or other holiday-themed haunts, how are you gettingcustomers to your door? Perhaps listening to the Big Scary Show Episode 334 can giveyou some pointers and help get you some new business.Storm is ranting in a Haunt Minute. There's no Between the Corpses this week asMeathoook Jim is still recovering from illness. Badger brings you the latest in DeadlineNews. And the Old Crone is discussing Post-Transworld Syndrome. Do we have aGruesome Giveaway winner for February? Stay tuned to find out. And finally, we'respinning some spooky tunes to curdle your blood in time for Transworld.The Roundtable of Terror discusses marketing and branding your haunt. We bring inTyler Barnett and Laura Kilpatrick from Fearworm to give reasons why you need to upyour game when it comes to marketing your haunt. Are you still relying on radio and TVads? Facebook? And what the heck is a Bluesky anyway? Find out what works andwhat doesn't in 2025. It's an interesting discussion and if you're not careful, you justmight learn something. All this, and so much more.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 334. (T-minus 2 weeks to Transworld)Featured music:Gein - Shilling Shockers ThemeSinister Symphonies - The Hellfire ClubMystary - Room Number 07Prelude to a Nightmare = Prelude to a Nightmare

Episode 334Make no mistake, this is a busy time of the year for those who work in this industry. Assome 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 onValentine's, St Patrick's Day, or other holiday-themed haunts, how are you gettingcustomers to your door? Perhaps listening to the Big Scary Show Episode 334 can giveyou some pointers and help get you some new business.Storm is ranting in a Haunt Minute. There's no Between the Corpses this week asMeathoook Jim is still recovering from illness. Badger brings you the latest in DeadlineNews. And the Old Crone is discussing Post-Transworld Syndrome. Do we have aGruesome Giveaway winner for February? Stay tuned to find out. And finally, we'respinning some spooky tunes to curdle your blood in time for Transworld.The Roundtable of Terror discusses marketing and branding your haunt. We bring inTyler Barnett and Laura Kilpatrick from Fearworm to give reasons why you need to upyour game when it comes to marketing your haunt. Are you still relying on radio and TVads? Facebook? And what the heck is a Bluesky anyway? Find out what works andwhat doesn't in 2025. It's an interesting discussion and if you're not careful, you justmight learn something. All this, and so much more.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 334. (T-minus 2 weeks to Transworld)Featured music:Gein - Shilling Shockers ThemeSinister Symphonies - The Hellfire ClubMystary - Room Number 07Prelude to a Nightmare = Prelude to a Nightmare#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 333Now don't panic, but Transworld's Halloween and Attractions Show in St Louis ishappening in less than one month. Ok, maybe you can panic just a little. As vendorsrush to complete their new items to display and attendees hurry to complete their travelplans, this can be a stressful time for any haunter. Perhaps listening to Episode 333 ofthe Big Scary Show will calm you down and give you a chance to relax. Nah, it'sactually time to panic. AAAAAHHHHHH!Storm is ranting in a Haunt Minute. There's no Between the Corpses this week asMeathoook Jim is still recovering from illness. Badger brings you the latest in DeadlineNews. And the Old Crone is interviewing Dan Barner of Prolific Marketing about hisupcoming webinar. We have a brand new Gruesome Giveaway for February, and finally,we're spinning some rockin' tunes to get your blood pumping and to keep the coldweather away.The Roundtable of Terror brings you our annual ‘Transworld Survival Guide'. We takeveterans of Transworld and pair them up with first-time attendees to answer questionsand offer up sage advice on how to survive 4 days in St Louis at the biggest Halloweentradeshow of the year. It's filled with plenty of good tips, tricks, and words of wisdomdesigned to help you get through it unscathed. Even if you've been attending fordecades, you might just learn something new. All this, and so much more.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 333. (Which is halfway to Episode 666…muahahahaaa)Featured music:The Skeleton Beats - SuccubusValentine Wolf - Black Black KissesCalabrese - GhostwolvesPsychoCharger - Channel 13 (Featuring Unkle Pigors of Toxic Toons)#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 332As 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 to hibernate or crawl under some blankets for a couple months, why not let the Big Scary Show episode 332 keep you company while they entertain, inform, and keep you up to date. So grab yourself a hot beverage, grab your ear buds, and let's wait out the cold weather together.Storm is ranting in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim unfortunately MIA, as family needs take precedence. He does say he has read all your is mails, and he is excited to get this new segment going, and he will respond to each and everyone of you personallyBetween the Corpses. Badger brings you the latest in Deadline News. And the Old Crone is talking about ways to award your haunt employees. We may have a brand new Gruesome Giveaway winner for January, and finally, we're spinning some spooky tunes to scare the cold weather away.The Roundtable of Terror talks about haunt reviewers. We invite several teams from The Scare Factor to have a seat and talk about what they do, how they benefit the industry, and how they can influence customers to visit, (or not visit) your haunt. Are they a valuable resource? Do their reviews help you decide what haunts to attend? Do you even pay attention to what reviewers say? It's an 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 332. (And our thoughts are with those out in LA)Featured music:Sam Haynes – ShadowsGathering of Darkness – Darkness FallsBad Jack Productions – Sanctuary of the DamnedEerie Von – Nightmare#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

It's a brand-new year, and all we're hearing is that ‘New year, new me' garbage, and allthose resolutions that will no doubt be broken by February. You know what won't bebroken? The Big Scary Show. We're starting 2025 on a strong note and are committedto keeping you informed and entertained as we countdown towards our 13thanniversary and beyond.Storm is ranting about the new year in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim is dealing with afamily emergency so there's no Between the Corpses this week. Badger brings you thelatest in Deadline news and an interview from Spooky Bottom Haunted Trail in NC. TheOld Crone is offering some words of wisdom for the new year. We have a brand newyear's worth of Gruesome Giveaways, starting with this episode, and finally, we'respinning some rockin' tunes to welcome in the New Year.The Roundtable of Terror features the (g)hosts sitting down to go over the year thatwas. They discuss new conventions, haunted houses, horror movies, and a whole lotmore. What new and spooky stuff will this year bring? We'll just have to wait and see. Allthis, and so much more.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 331. (And remember, Transworld is happening next month.EVERYBODY PANIC))Featured music:The Pine Box Boys - I Kept Her HeartLittle Miss Stakes - Drag Queen DraculaIsaac Rother - Like a WolfmanThe Recently Deceased - It Walks#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

We are well into the holiday season and the Big Scary Show (g)hosts are getting readyby decorating, stringing up lights, and visiting haunted houses that are putting onholiday events. Hopefully you're enjoying all the magic and spookiness that the seasonhas to offer. Let the Big Scary Show episode 330 keep you company as you trim yourblack trees, bake ginger-dead cookies, and take the severed feet out of your stockingsto hang by that raging fire. (Do you smell burning flesh?)Storm is ranting about gingerbread haunted houses in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jiminterviews a very special guest on Between the Corpses. Badger brings you the latest inDeadline news. The Old Crone is interviewing Brian Wilkins of Haunted EntertainmentTraining. We might have a winner of the December Gruesome Giveaway, and finally,we're spinning some spooky holiday tunes courtesy of Midnight Syndicate to get you inthe holiday ‘spirit'.The Roundtable of Terror invites none other than Ben Armstrong from the legendaryNetherworld Haunted House to have a seat and talk about his long and storied career.We discuss his early days, (did you know he used to be a late-night horror host?) howhe manages to put on such an amazing haunt year after year, and his thoughts on theindustry. There are some amazing stories and fascinating conversations that you simplydon'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 BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 330. (And please support your local holiday haunted housesthis month)Featured music: (Midnight Syndicate)Up on the HousetopNight of the KrampusThe Parade of the Tin SoldiersChristmas at Midnight#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

As you recover from your Thanksgiving-related food comas, it's time to start stringing upthose lights and getting out decorations for that big holiday which is coming up soonerthan you think. Of course we're talking about Krampusnacht. Yes indeed, it's time forour favorite horned creature to arise from his slumber and start punishing all thenaughty people out there. We sure hope the Krampus is ready for his annual onslaughton those who deserve his punishment. Hopefully, the Big Scary Show (g)hosts won't bethe recipients of being whipped with birch branches or get carried away to be devoured.We'll have to wait and see.Storm is ranting in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim interviews a very special guest inBetween the Corpses. Badger brings you the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone isdiscussing letting little kids into your haunts, and finally, we're spinning some rockin'tunes to get you moving so you can work off all those extra Thanksgiving caloriesIt's almost time for Krampusnacht; so for this Roundtable of T error the (g)hosts sit downwith several organizers of Krampus-related events to discuss the popularity ofKrampus-themed events which are happening more and more around the country.Make no mistake, Krampus is here to stay, and our guests are here to spread the wordabout all things Krampus. All this, and so much more.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW Episode 329. (And please support those local holiday haunted housesthis month)Featured music:Here Come the Mummies - CreepinRadio Cult - Saturday Night Double FeatureVirus Cycle - Dead Hate the LivingFirst Jason - Witch Camp#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

And just like that, it's over. The decorations are being taken down, the leftover candyhas been eaten, the haunts are shutting their doors, and the monsters are laying lowuntil next season. But before you start to suffer from post-Halloween Depression, let theBig Scary Show remind you that we're here all year long to keep your Halloween fixgoing. After all, we're only a month away from Krampus and Christmas haunted houses,right?Storm is ranting in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim starts a new chapter in Between theCorpses. Badger brings you the latest in Deadline news and brings you a pair of lateseason interviews from a couple of haunted attractions. The Old Crone discusses touchhaunts. Jerry Vayne is back and talking to the owners of The Ritual Haunted House inColorado, and finally, we're spinning some spooky tunes to help you deal with the end ofthe season.The Roundtable of Terror sits down with Alex from Hauntpay to discuss the state of thehaunt industry for the 2024 season. He's been collecting data from haunt owners formonths about how they operate their haunts and now he's here to discuss his findings.It's interesting and informative and may influence how you run your haunted attractionnext year. You don't want to miss it. All this, and so much more.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW.Featured music:Michael Hedstrom - Hall of PortraitsJerry Vayne - Empty InsideSinister Sonics - Zombo's Midnight MidwayVerse 13 - Blighted#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 327It's Halloween, the most wonderful day of the year and the (g)hosts are ready tocelebrate. We're setting up our final decorations, getting candy ready for trick ortreaters, and looking forward to seeing all the spooky fun that goes on tonight. But eventhough the season is winding down, the Big Scary Show is always here to talk aboutHalloween, haunted houses, and horror. So don't be sad that tomorrow is Novemberand people will turn their thoughts towards that other holiday coming soon, just enjoytonight, for it's finally All Hallow's Eve,Storm is ranting about Halloween music in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim winds up histalks on torture and executions in Between the Corpses. Badger brings you the latest inDeadline news, and The Old Crone reads us a spooky original story. Vysther is back andgiving us some Halloween reminiscences. We're bringing you some special Halloweenmessages from the (g)hosts. And finally, we're spinning some rockin' tunes to help youcelebrate the greatest day of the year.Being Halloween, the Roundtable of Terror always tries to bring you the very bestpossible discussions for this special holiday and somehow we manage to do so yetagain. The (g)hosts sit down with none other than Victoria Price, daughter of thelegendary Vincent Price to discuss his long and storied career and what it was likehaving a famous horror icon as a father. It is a VERY fun and interesting conversationthat you absolutely 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 BIGSCARY SHOW. (And Happy Halloween)Featured music:PsychoCharger - Tonight is HalloweenRagdolls - Halloween Night13 Pagan Holiday 13 - Long Shadows Fall on HalloweenWednesday 13 - Halloween 13-13#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Haunt season 2024 is in full swing and the sounds of fear are in the air. Haunted housesare terrifying customers, clowns are running rampant, and the smell of chainsawexhaust is in the air. What a glorious time to be alive. Whether you're heading down thestreet to see your favorite yard display, going across town to visit a local haunt, ortraveling across the country to see the biggest and scariest attractions in the country, letthe Big Scary Show, episode 326 keep you informed and entertained as we enjoy themonth of October.Storm is ranting about home haunts coming alive and attacking people in a HauntMinute. Meathook Jim continues to discuss Ethnic Cleansing in Between the Corpses.Badger reads the latest in Deadline News, as well as bringing us interviews from hauntsin NC and Virginia. The Old Crone goes on a ghost hunt, and we're spinning somespooky tunes courtesy of Midnight Syndicate.The Roundtable of T error hates to bring it up, but the season is all too short, and we'retalking about the end of the haunt season. We bring in Kris Zahrobsky from Transworldto discuss the Legendary Haunt T our, a great way to celebrate the end of haunt season.Come party with fellow haunters as they tour some legendary haunts in Ohio, (plus aspecial trip to a legendary fruit farm). This is the perfect way to close out the 2024season. All this, and so much more.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to……..the BIGSCARY SHOW, Episode 324. (and support your local haunts)Featured music: (Midnight Syndicate)Carnival of CarnageNocturn AeternusWinged FuryBlack Woodswww.bigscaryshow.com and on all streaming platforms.#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

After all this time, October has finally gotten here and the (g)hosts of the Big Scary Show are absolutely giddy with excitement. Haunts are open and spooky season is in full force. But sadly, we must tarnish that giddiness with a bit of empathy for the victims of Hurricane Helene and the damage it's caused to haunts in FL, GA, NC, and TN. We know many of them will recover, but sadly, some have already announced that they will not be opening this year. Please take a moment this season to remember that not everyone is able to get out and support their local attractions. That being said, let the Big Scary Show Episode 325 get your blood pumping as we welcome the best time of the year.Storm is ranting about haunt deliveries in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim continues to discuss Ethnic Cleansing in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline News, and The Old Crone has an exclusive interview with our very own marketing weasel Storm about some last-minute ways to promote your haunt. She also brings us an interview from Trepidation Haunted Attraction in Missouri. We have a very special Gruesome Giveaway for October, and finally, we're spinning some rockin' tunes to celebrate the arrival of the best month of the year.The Roundtable of Terror brings the CHAOS as we sit down with Jim Werner and Brett Moliter from the Haunted Attraction Association to discuss CHAOS safety certifications. How it can benefit your haunt, how your insurance company and inspectors might like it, and how you can get certified at the Legendary Haunt Tour next month. We also discuss why you should consider joining the HAA. 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 324. (and support your local haunts)Featured music: Psychocarger - No One Loves the Creature Razing Hell - Terror Television Gorgeous Frankenstein - Made in Hell Neil Zaza - Funeral March - Opus 35 www.bigscaryshow.com and on all streaming platforms.#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 324 It's finally here!. After so many months of patiently waiting, haunts around the country are opening this weekend and every weekend for the foreseeable future. Let's celebrate by getting out there and supporting your local haunted attractions, hayrides, trails, theme parks, and more. Be sure to appreciate all the hard work done by everyone to make their places filled with scary fun.Storm is ranting about out of control Halloween licensing in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim continues to discuss Ethnic Cleansing in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline News, and The Old Crone talks about contact lens safety. We might have a Gruesome Giveaway winner for September. And finally, we're spinning some spooky tunes to celebrate the arrival of haunt season.The Roundtable of Terror discusses haunts in some big, old, historic, (and haunted) places. We bring in guests who run haunted attractions at the Ohio State Reformatory and Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum and discuss what it takes to put on a haunted attraction in places like these. There's also a lot of events going on at these places all year, not just during the haunt season. 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 324. (and let the haunt season...begin)Featured music: Scarlette Overdrive - Into the Darkness Sinister Sonics - Zombos Midnight Midway The Night Keep - The Macabre Waltz Verse 13 - It Beckonswww.bigscaryshow.com and on all streaming platforms.#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

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 Galwww.bigscaryshow.com and on all streaming platforms.#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

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 www.bigscaryshow.com and on all streaming platforms.#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

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 www.bigscaryshow.com and on all streaming platforms.#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

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'www.bigscaryshow.com and on all streaming platforms.#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

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#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

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 headphonesStorm 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#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

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#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

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#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

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#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

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

Episode 313 This past week was quite memorable for the Big Scary Show. Not only did we celebrate our 12th anniversary on April 13th, but we sent Badger to Owensboro, Ky to cover Fear Expo. He returned with some great interviews and some breaking news regarding the return of an old convention to the ‘West Coast'. Wonder what it could be? Tune in to Episode 313 to find out.Storm is ranting about putting haunt concepts on TV in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim talks about chain gangs in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone discusses how to negotiate a contract for your haunt.. Do we have a Gruesome Giveaway for the month of April? Stay tuned to find out. Vysther returns with a segment called ‘View From the Bar' as he celebrates our anniversary, and we're bringing the spooky tunes (Courtesy of Midnight Syndicate) to keep you in the haunting mood as we approach the halfway point to Halloween.The Roundtable of Terror goes a little off-topic as we bring in our old friend Kelly Collins, formerly of MHC and the Scare-A-Torium haunted attraction, to have a seat and discuss his latest project, the Buckeye Lake Pirate Fest in Ohio. You'll be shiverin' in your timbers and begging to walk the plank to get out to Buckeye Lake to attend this event in May. It's going to be a lot of fun and you might even see someone from the show attending in full pirate garb. As a bonus, there's a tie-in to a nearby haunt that's open that evening. 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 to all our friends, fans, and sponsors who've supported us over the past 12 years, we thank you so very much.)Featured music: (Midnight Syndicate) Fortune's Folly,Winged Fury, Fellowship of the House,Vampyre #bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 312 We tried to pack Transworld 2024 into one single show but we simply had too much information and material to fit it all in. Therefore the Big Scary Show Episode 312 brings you Part 2 of our extensive coverage of Transworld 2024. You'll still feel as if you were there as we bring you interviews from some of our favorite vendors and introduce you to some brand new ones. We hope you enjoy all the action from the show floor in St Louis.Storm is ranting about the eclipse in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim talks about state sponsored torture in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone shares her experience with the Fire Marshal (Dun, Dun, DUUUNNN) and asks haunters at Transworld one very important question. We have a new Gruesome Giveaway for the month of April, and we're spinning some spooky tunes, courtesy of Jerry Vayne.The Roundtable of Terror invites Kris Zahrobsky of Transworld to have a seat and discuss the inaugural East Coast Haunters Convention coming to Philadelphia in just a few short weeks. We discuss what it takes to put on a show like this and the expectations of a new show that's already generating a lot of buzz in the industry. If you were on the fence about attending this convention, perhaps this conversation will sway you to register.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW. (And special thanks to Jen, Rich, and the entire Transworld crew)Featured music: (Jerry Vayne) When Hinges Creak,Mind Control ,Blackmoon Asylum,Voodoo Doll #bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 311 What an event! Transworld 2024 will no doubt go down as one of the biggest shows in its history. There was SO much going on that we still don't know how Badger and Jonna the Old Crone managed to spend all 4 days running up and down the aisles, interviewing vendors, and giving away our Box of Mystery to one lucky winner. (BTW: Congratulations to Tara from R Acres of Terror haunted attraction in Illinois for being our Box of Mystery winner.) There's SO much material that we have, we can only bring you Part 1 of all our Transworld coverage. More coming on the next show.Storm is ranting about big box store Halloween props in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim Talks about the fate of drug offenders in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone talks with consultant Scott Swenson. Do we have a Gruesome Giveaway for the month of March? Stick around to find out. And finally, we're spinning some rockin' tunes as we start to move into build seasonThere is no Roundtable of Terror due to the sheer number of Transworld interviews and coverage. It will return for the next show, but please remember that HauntPay is the proud sponsor of the Roundtable of Terror. Be sure to visit them and tell Alex and his staff how much you appreciate them.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW. (And special thanks to Jen, Rich, and the entire Transworld crew for all they do)Featured music: Lita Ford - Devil in my Head Wednesday 13 - Trick or Treat GWAR - The Road Behind Charred Walls of the Damned - Avoid the Light#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 310 Transworld is finally here. By the time you tune into Episode 310, the Big Scary Show will be in St Louis for the biggest trade show of the year. Badger, The Old Crone, and Wicked Wendy will all be vending, walking the floor, and talking to everyone they can. However, before we hit the road to St Louis, Badger spent a weekend at the Oddities and Curiosities Expo in Charlotte, and talked to several odd and curious vendors.. If you get a chance, be sure to visit one of the O&C Expos if they come to a town near you.Storm is ranting about Leap Day and trailers in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses Death Row in Asia in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone talks about selecting a realtor to help find a location for your haunt. We have a brand new Gruesome Giveaway for the month of March. And finally, we're spinning some spooky tunes to put you in the mood for Transworld.Since everyone is in St Louis, The Roundtable of Terror decided to forego having any guests as most everyone is busy making their final preparations. Because of that, we've brought back our soon-to-be-famous game show, the 13 Questions of Doom. Storm is in charge this week as he doles out the questions, judges the answers from the (g)hosts, and awards points accordingly. Will there be a new champion crowned in this show? Stay tuned to find out. 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 visit us at booth 2136)Featured music: Throne of Anguish - Cathedral's Shadow Dr. Frankenfingers - An Unholy Citadel Audio Zombie -Rainbow Flavored Nightmares Sinister Symphony - The Hellfire Club#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 309 The haunt convention season has officially begun with HAuNTcon opening its doors after a long hiatus in Daytona Beach Florida earlier this month. The Big Scary Show sent Badger down there to talk to vendors and attendees to get their thoughts about the return of HAuNTcon as a free-standing event. He brings back some great interviews with vendors and staff and learned that HAuNTcon 2025 will be in Orlando next January so start making your plans.Storm is ranting about haunted hotels in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses ‘a view from death row' in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone talks about focusing on your goals at Transworld. Dick Terhune returns with another Marketing Morgue segment. Is there a Gruesome Giveaway winner for the month of February? Tune in to find out, and we're spinning some rockin' tunes to put you in the mood for Transworld.With Transworld literally a couple weeks away, the Roundtable of Terror brings back its annual Transworld Survival Guide. We invite first-time attendees and vendors to join us, and pair them with some long-time veterans of the tradeshow to discuss what to expect. What shoes should you wear? How many black t-shirts should you pack? And who actually brings catalogs these days? If this is your first-time attending the biggest tradeshow of the year, you don't want to miss this conversation. All this, and so much more.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW. (See you in St Louis)Featured music: PsychoCharger - Channel 13 (With Uncle Pigors) Radio Cult - Saturday Night Double Feature Zombie Surfers - Transylvania Surf Crispy Bess - Ormondium#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 308 The haunt industry is buzzing with excitement as everyone is making preparations to head out to St Louis in a few short weeks for the biggest trade show of the year. The Big Scary Show will once again be covering the event, albeit at a new location. Find us at booth 2136 to record a shoutout, register for the Box of Mystery Giveaway, or tell us about what new things your haunt is doing in 2024. And be sure to tune in to Big Scary Show Episode 308 to get you in the haunting mood.Storm is ranting about AI in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses “Death Row USA” in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone has an interview with Sithon. Is there a Gruesome Giveaway for the month of February? Of course there is. And, we're spinning some spooky tunes to put you in the mood for Transworld.The Roundtable of Terror welcomes the owner of HellsGate Haunted Attraction, John LaFlamboy, to discuss his Emmy award for his Documentary “Feed the Beast - 25 Years of Statesville Haunted Prison”. We discuss the making of the documentary, his work on other films, Hellsgate Haunted Attraction, what the Zombie Army is doing at Transworld, and what's going on with ‘Days of the Living Days'. It's a fun 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. (See you at Transworld)Featured music: Chris Thomas - A Lonely Hell Gathering of Darkness - Darkness Falls Prelude to a Nightmare - Prelude to a Nightmare Shadows Symphony - The Dead are Watching#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 307 It may be cold outside, but things are heating up as the haunt industry begins to prepare for the Transworld trade show coming to St Louis in just a few short weeks. Don't let the ice and show get you down. Rather, curl up to the fire, grab a hot beverage, and let the Big Scary Show Episode 307 entertain and inform you.Storm is ranting about human sacrifices and sports teams in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses hangings and the judicial system in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone reminds you about bookkeeping deadlines haunt owners need to remember, Is there a Gruesome Giveaway for the month of January? Stick around and find out. And of course we're spinning some hot tunes to get your blood pumping and keep you warm during these cold winter months.The Roundtable of Terror welcomes back the Voice From Hell, Dick Terhune, to discuss the best ways to promote and advertise your haunt in 2024. Is advertising on the radio dead? What about TV? Billboards? How about social media? And don't get us started on AI. With all the new technology out there, what's a haunt owner to do to maximize his advertising budget? Also, will Dick be teaching at any conventions this year? Stick around and find out. 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 happy new year everyone)Featured music: Baron Misuraca - As We Embrace 13 Pagan Holiday 13 - She's Dead Army of Walking Corpses - Crawl The Independents - Bloody Night, Bloody Knife#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 306 Even though the holiday season is over, there's no time to sit on our laurels and relax. Valentine's Day Haunts and HAuNTcon are less than a month away. Horror cons are happening almost every weekend, and of course, Transworld is going on in less than 8 weeks. But before you enter panic mode, sit back, relax a bit, and let the Big Scary Show Episode 306 inform and entertain you. There's plenty of time to panic later.Storm is ranting about aliens in Miami in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses the firing squad in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone interviews a haunt that took a year off but still stayed active on social media. There's a brand new Gruesome Giveaway for the month of January, and of course we're spinning some spooky tunes to welcome in the new year.The Roundtable of Terror welcomes back industry icon Allen Hopps of Dark Hour Haunted House and Stiltbeast Studios to discuss his new educational project, Haunter Class. Allen and Dark Hour's media director Robert Alcala discuss what it is, how it's set up, and how anyone can learn from it. Allen also talks about what it's like being a new haunt owner, and drops some VERY interesting news regarding his upcoming booth at Transworld, You definitely need to stick around and find out what that is.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW. (and happy new year everyone)Featured music: Shadow's Symphony - Beneath the Dark Music for Haunts - Storming Vampire Castle Audio Zombie - Apparition Verse 13 - The Souls that Wander#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 305 As we say goodbye to the year 2023 and prepare to welcome in 2024, the Big Scary Show (g)hosts are in a reflective mood. This time of year things tend to slow down and it gives us time to think about the year that was, and what are our goals for the upcoming year. Will there be conventions and tradeshows to attend? Will there be haunted houses to visit? What about new and exciting haunt products to see and experience? The (g)hosts hope to bring you all that and so much more in the coming year.Storm is ranting about compassion animals in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses lethal injection in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone talks about haunts working with their local chambers of commerce and tourist bureaus, and of course we're spinning some rockin' tunes to welcome in the new year.Due to the holidays and guests spending time with family and friends, the Roundtable of Terror decides to take things a little easy this episode. The (g)hosts gather around the table to discuss the past year and make some new year's resolutions for 2024. No doubt there will be some interesting plans made and we'll have to see how many of them will be kept. Also, why is the roundtable lined up with shot glasses? Stay tuned to find out. 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 happy new year everyone)Featured music: (Neil Zaza) Fugue in G Minor Funeral March Op:35 Carnival of the Animals Danse Macabre#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 304 The Holidays are almost here and the Big Scary Show (g)hosts are getting excited. We're mulling some wine, preparing the Christmas goose, and finishing up our shopping. Hopefully, this season isn't causing you undue stress. If so, then we suggest pulling up a comfy chair by the fire, grabbing a hot toddy, relaxing for a while, and let episode 304 of the Big Scary Show calm you, inform you, and entertain you.Storm is ranting about Krampus getting into extreme sports in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses the gas chamber in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news and brings you an interview from Hacker House's Krampus event. The Old Crone talks about your end of the year checklist. Do we have a Gruesome Giveaway for December? Stay tuned to find out. Vyshter returns for his take on the new Godzilla movie, and of course we're spinning some special holiday tunes to keep you in the spooky spirit.The Roundtable of Terror invites Alex Linebrink from HauntPay to discuss the results of their State of the Industry survey that they ran earlier this year. The numbers have been crunched and the results are quite interesting. Did haunts make more money? Did more haunts open off-season events? What were the biggest sources of revenue at haunts? How does YOUR haunt stack up against others? Take a listen and find out. 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: (Midnight Syndicate) Up on the Housetop Parade of the Tin Soldiers God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen Christmas at Midnight#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 303As we move towards the end of the year, haunts around the country are preparing for Christmas and Krampus events so get out there and support your local haunts. The Big Scary Show (g)hosts are pulling out the decorations, dusting off the strings of lights, and chopping a Yule log to celebrate. We hope to keep you in the holiday spirit with Episode 303 of the Big Scary Show.Storm is ranting about convention after parties in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses the electric chair in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone talks about how to determine the success of your haunt. We have a Gruesome Giveaway for December, Dick Terhune is back with the Marketing Morgue, and we're spinning some rockin' tunes to keep you in the spooky spirit.The Roundtable of Terror invites Craig Hines of Dark Imaginings to come have a seat and discuss several topics. We talk about his custom changing portraits, the importance of updating your website (did you know your website might not be ADA compliant?), and his new publishing company. It's a fun discussion and we hope you support this fine sponsor of the show. 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: The Graveyard Boulevard - Pay to Get In, Pray to Get Out The Pine Box Boys - I Kept Her Heart Wednesday 13 - Look What the Bats Dragged In Creature Feature - American Gothic#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 302 It's almost time for that very special holiday, where that big hairy guy visits all the children of the world to give them their just rewards. Of course we're talking about the Krampus, the christmas demon who metes out punishment to all the naughty children. Krampusnacht is December 5th and the Big Scary Show is celebrating the fact that the Krampus has gained a permanent foothold in American Culture, especially in the haunt industry. In addition, IAAPA was going on this past week in Orlando and the Big Scary Show was there talking to vendors and seeing all the cool new things you'll see at amusement parks and attractions next year.Storm is ranting about in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news and brings you interviews from IAAPA. The Old Crone visits with paranormal investigators at a haunted attraction in an actual mortuary. Do we have a Gruesome Giveaway for November? Stay tuned to find out. And finally we're spinning some rockin' tunes to help you cope with any lingering post-Halloween depression.The Roundtable of Terror features none other than Der Krampus itself. We bring in a trio of guests who run Krampus societies and events throughout this time of year. Hopefully there's something Krampus-related coming to a town or haunted attraction near you this season. If so, get out and support them. 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: Midnight Syndicate - Krampus Michael Hedstrom - Hall of Portraits Redcrow Designs - Body Freezer Verse 13 - Blighted

Halloween may be over, but that doesn't mean we have to stop enjoying all that the season has to offer. There are still haunted attractions going on this weekend and even a couple are open next weekend. Before long we'll start talking about Krampus and Christmas haunts. The Haunted Attraction industry is truly more than just the month of October.Storm is ranting about trunk or treating in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses the guillotine in overdrive in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news. The Old Crone talks about assessing how successful your season was. The Haunt-strumetallist Jerry Vayne brings us coverage from a pair of haunts in Colorado Springs. We have a Gruesome Giveaway for November. And we're spinning some spooky tunes to help you cope with any post-Halloween depression.The Roundtable of Terror recalls all the things that the (g)hosts did during the previous haunt season. There were haunts to visit (and run), displays to admire, horror movies to watch, and everything else October has to offer. Feel free to let us know how YOUR season went. (There were some technical difficulties during recording so we apologize in advance.) 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: Audio Zombie - Rainbow Flavored Nightmare Jerry Vayne - Blackmoon Asylum Chris Thomas - A Lonely Hell Sam Haynes - HAunTS#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 300 It's our 300th episode and (g)hosts are SO excited about reaching this milestone and are ready to celebrate. There are haunts to go through, scary movies to see, pumpkins to carve, decorations to hang, and many more things to do.. Due to our schedule, this will be our final show before Halloween, so get out there and support ALL the haunts while you still can.Storm is ranting about using dead bodies as Halloween props in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses the innovations of the guillotine in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news and brings you interviews from a pair of haunts in Upstate South Carolina. The Old Crone reads us a Halloween ghost story. The Haunt-strumetallist Jerry Vayne brings us coverage from the Oddities and Curiosities Expo in Denver, CO. Vysther is back with Part 3 of his retrospective of 20 years as a home haunter. Do we have a Gruesome Giveaway winner for October? Stay tuned to find out. And we're spinning you some rockin' Halloween tunes to celebrate haunt season. (Can you guess the theme?)The Roundtable of Terror celebrates the history of Halloween and traditions with some very special guests: Lisa Morton, Beth Koch, and Neil Gimon. They discuss Halloween's origins, how horror and haunted houses have evolved over the years, and share some fond memories from our youth. It's a fun conversation and might even bring back memories of your childhood Halloween celebrations. 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 “HAPPY HALLOWEEN”)Featured music: Psychocharger - Tonight is Halloween Wednesday 13 - Halloween 13-13 Ragdolls - Halloween Night The B-Movie Monsters - 10-31 *Bonus Track: Van Helsing's Curse - Halloween#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 299 It's the first full weekend of October, and the haunt season is getting into full swing. There's a LOT of haunts opening up and ready to scare the pants and bodily fluids out of their patrons this weekend. The members of the Big Scary Show are just so excited to get out there and start visiting local and national haunts. But even though many haunts are opening up this weekend, many have been open for weeks, so get out there and support ALL the haunts.Storm is ranting about burning haunts and spider doughnuts in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses forerunners of the guillotine in Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news, and the Old Crone talks about how young is too young to go through a haunt. The Haunt-Strumetallist Jerry Vayne returns to the show with a 2-part report from The Ritual Haunted Attraction in Englewood, Colorado, and Vysther is back with Part 2 of his retrospective of 20 years as a home haunter. We do have a Gruesome Giveaway for October, and we're spinning you some spooky tunes to celebrate haunt season.The Roundtable of Terror discusses haunted houses that are unfortunately shutting down and closing its doors after this season. We invite haunt owners from Illinois, Arkansas, and North Carolina to talk about why they're closing, what they plan to do next, and if they're going to stay connected to the industry. It's a bittersweet Roundtable but they do get one last chance to go out on a high note. So get out there and see them before it's too late. 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 support ALL the haunts)Featured music: Midnight Syndicate / Destini Beard - Endgame (Cold Embrace) Jerry Vayne - Blackmoon Asylum Gathering of Darkness - Souls of Black Shadow Symphony - Fairvale Funeral Parlor#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Finally...After months of patiently waiting, it's here. Haunt season 2023 is kicking off with haunted attractions opening all over the country. The Big Scary Show is practically giddy with anticipation at the thought of crisp, cool fall nights, the smell of bonfires, and going to visit some of our favorite haunted attractions. What are some of YOUR favorites?Storm is ranting about weird candy in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses navy discipline in another installment of Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news, and the Old Crone talks about the trouble with tweens. We might have a Gruesome Giveaway winner for September, and we're spinning you some rockin' tunes to celebrate the opening of haunt season. We have a special feature, as the Voice From Hell is back with another Marketing Morgue!The Roundtable of Terror discusses haunted houses that put on special events that allow those who normally wouldn't visit a haunt a chance to do so. We bring in several haunt owners to discuss their ADA compliant, non-sensory, and kid-friendly nights. There's a lot of heartwarming stories that we're sure you'll enjoy hearing about. 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 support your local haunts)Featured music: 13 Pagan Holiday 13 - She's Dead Black Cat Attack - Sunday Sacrifice Vegas Rhythm Kings - Crazy Cadavers Jet Noir - Let Us Prey#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Even though it's finally September, it's still hot out there, but don't let that deter from the fact that many haunts open their doors in about a week. Some may already be open! Be sure to get out there, support those haunts, and let them know how happy you are that they're back and scaring people.Storm is ranting about Skeletons on a Plane in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses military punishments in another installment of Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news, and the Old Crone interviews the organizer of the Eureka Springs Witches Escape in her ‘Ask The Old Crone' segment. Vysther returns with part 1 of his 20 years as a home haunter, there's a new September Gruesome Giveaway, and we're spinning you some spooky tunes to celebrate the unofficial opening of haunt season.The Roundtable of Terror discusses hiring actors and retaining actors at your haunt. Many haunts are still hiring so this is still a timely subject. Where do you find them? How do you keep them? And how do you know that everyone you hire is reputable? We bring in a haunt owner and an expert in background checks to discuss ways they've handled this very important issue. Also, if you belong to the HAA, there may be something extra special just for you so be sure to tune in. 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 support your local haunts)Featured music: Chris Thomas (Music for Haunts) - Creepy Town Jerry Vayne - Cirque Du Macabre Sam Haynes - All Hallows Mystary - Room No 07#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

As we continue to edge closer to the 2023 halloween season, the (g)hosts at the Big Scary Show are busy getting ready. Badger is bringing you part 2 of his coverage at Midsummer Scream in Long Beach, California before he starts traveling and training actors at haunts around the country. The Old Crone is no doubt setting up Banshee Manor for the season. Meathook Jim and Storm are also anxiously awaiting the cooler weather and the opening of haunts.Storm is ranting about haunted drive-thrus in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses slave punishments in yet another installment of Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news, and the Old Crone discusses how fear is subjective in ‘Ask The Old Crone'. There may be a winner of the August Gruesome Giveaway. We're also playing you some rockin' tunes to keep you going as you try and finish those projects and scenes before October.The Roundtable of Terror brings in the one and only David Bertolino from Spooky World Haunted Theme Park in Massachusetts. He's the subject of a new documentary that's coming out soon called 'Spooktacular,' and he and his producer sit down and talk about the history of the haunt and a whole lot more. It's a discussion from one of the true legends in this industry and you don't want to miss this conversation. All this, and so much more on Episode 296 of the Big Scary show.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW. (And please stay hydrated)Featured music: Halloween - Her Ghost Comes Out to Play 13 Pagan Holiday 13 - Long Shadows Fall on Halloween Razing Hell - Terror Television Silent Horror - Evil Dead#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

It's August and that means the haunt season starts next month. The (g)hosts at the Big Scary Show are getting excited for all the upcoming spooky and scary stuff the 2023 season has to offer. Badger has already begun his season with a trip to the west coast to attend Midsummer Scream in Long Beach, California. While we bring you a LOT of interviews from the show floor this episode, there was just too much to cram into one show, so consider episode 295 to be part one of our coverage.Storm is ranting about Stuffies, in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim discusses slavery in yet another installment of Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news, and the Old Crone discusses sales tax in ‘Ask The Old Crone'. We're also playing you some spooky tunes to keep you going as well as bringing you a new Gruesome Giveaway for August. Be sure to listen carefully for your chance to win. Dick Terhune is back with another slab from the Marketing Morgue, and as a bonus, we bring you the first ever edition of Tater's Hot Take. What can that be about? Stay tuned.The Roundtable of Terror invites two of our favorite guests, Ed Douglas and Gavin Goszka from Midnight Syndicate to have a seat at the table and discuss their upcoming NEW album and other things. If you love all things Midnight Syndicate, you do NOT want to miss this Roundtable. All this, and so much more on Episode 295 of the Big Scary show.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) Fortune's Folly (Selected by Ed Douglas) Slight Miscalculation, Fellowship of the House (Selected by Gavin Goszka), Noctem Aeternus#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

As July begins to wind down, we are one more month closer to October and the Big Scary Show Episode 294 continues to bring you all the latest news, information, and music you need as you kick things into high gear. After all, it's less than 100 days until Halloween.Storm is ranting about lighting accessories for your 12-foot skeleton in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim talks about the Penalties for Piracy in yet another installment of Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline news, and the Old Crone discusses beating the heat this time of year. We're also playing you some rockin' tunes to keep you going as we head into August.The Roundtable of Terror invites actor and director Douglas Tait to join us and talk about his 30-year career in the film industry. Who else do you know has appeared on-screen as Jason Voorhees AND Michael Myers? He's also been in the Hellboy, Annabelle, Star Trek, and Star Wars franchises, and more. And as a bonus, he's a HUGE fan of haunted houses. Be sure to catch him and buy an autograph at a convention or haunted attraction this year. All this, and so much more on Episode 294 of the Big Scary show.We hid the body, but you'll become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW. (And please stay hydrated)Featured music: (The Rhythm Coffin) Yeah Yeah. Tombstoned The Monster Mash Coffin Creep #bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror