Big Scary Show

As we saunter through July and towards August, building, hiring, actor training, permitting and inspections are in full swing. Make no mistake, the hot weather isn’t slowing down haunters from preparing to put on a great season for their customers. Just stay hydrated and be sure to check out the Big Scary Show episode 345 for the latest news, information, music, and more. Storm is ranting about Ja...

Welcome to July. The weather is hot, the bugs are plentiful, and builds are in full swing. The Big Scary Show (g)hosts hope everyone had a safe and exciting 4th of July holiday and everyone kept all their fingers and toes. For those keeping score, there are no more major holidays between now and Halloween so haunt season begins…now! All haunt owners may now officially panic; but before you do, be...

As we continue through June, haunts are busy building, renovating, cleaning up their trails, and everything else to get ready for the Fall. Haunters are a hardy breed, working though the heat, humidity, bugs, snakes, chupacabras, and other hazards to get the best scares for their customers. The weather may be hot, but the Big Scary Show is bringing you some cool stuff this episode. Take a break fr...

Episode 342 Welcome to June. The temperatures are rising, the humidity is rising, and the bug populations are rising. This means hot times ahead for haunters who are in full build and hiring seasons. Please stay hydrated while you work, and let the Big Scary Show Episode 342 keep things cool with all the news, information, and music you need to keep going. After all, October is only 4 months away....

New BIG SCARY SHOW - Episode 341 - MHC IS COMING! Episode 341 It’s almost June. The weather is warming up, the humidity is starting to rise, and haunted house owners are busy hiring and working on their attractions for the Fall. We’ve officially passed the halfway point to October and there’s a lot of work to be done. Let the Big Scary Show Episode 341 keep you entertained and informed as you work...

As we enter the month of May, haunts around the country are starting their hiring and building seasons. There are also a few Halfway to Halloween events still going on so look out for them. It could be your last chance to see your favorite haunt before the Fall. In the meantime, we sent Badger to the East Coast Haunters Convention in Philadelphia a couple weeks ago and he’s returned with a LOT of...

Episode 339 The warm weather is finally starting to show up and the (g)hosts are excited. It’s been a long cold winter, and everyone’s itching to get out and start working on their haunts. This weekend is the East Coast Haunters Convention in Philadelphia and Midwest Haunters Convention in Chicago is happening in a little over a month. And don’t forget the various Halfway to Halloween events comin...

Episode 338 On Friday the 13th of April, 2012, the Big Scary Show debuted its first episode and the world of Halloween, Haunted Houses, and Horror has never been the same. Who could have guessed that 13 years later the (g)hosts would still be cranking out the latest news, information, music, convention coverage, interviews, rants, and so much more? We’ve traveled thousands of miles, attended many...

Episode 338 On Friday the 13th of April, 2012, the Big Scary Show debuted its first episode and the world of Halloween, Haunted Houses, and Horror has never been the same. Who could have guessed that 13 years later the (g)hosts would still be cranking out the latest news, information, music, convention coverage, interviews, rants, and so much more? We’ve traveled thousands of miles, attended many...

Episode 337 Spring has sprung, and the Big Scary Show (g)hosts are excited. It’s time to clean out those crypts, throw out those old body parts, and start making plans for warmer weather. After all, it’s one more season closer to Fall. We start to wind down our extensive coverage of Transworld by airing the remaining interviews Badger and the Old Crone got in St Louis. There are interviews with ev...

Episode 336 It was a whirlwind of a weekend, but Transworld 2025 is in the books. Badger and the Old Crone had a great time talking to attendees, vendors, and so much more. Once again, we have too many interviews to fit into one show so the Big Scary Show episode 336 will be part one of our coverage. If you missed the show, you’ll feel like you were there with all the conversations we’re bringing...

Episode 335 By the time this show drops, Transword will be in full swing. Haunters from across the world will have descended upon St Louis, Missouri to see all the latest props, animatronics, lights, makeup kits, escape rooms, Christmas ideas, and much, much more. Badger and the Old Crone are there talking to everyone that will speak to them. If you couldn't make it this year, be sure to check out...

Episode 334 Make no mistake, this is a busy time of the year for those who work in this industry. As some haunters are putting the finishing touches on their travel plans for Transworld, other haunters are opening for Valentine’s day events. And for those putting on Valentine’s, St Patrick’s Day, or other holiday-themed haunts, how are you getting customers to your door? Perhaps listening to the B...

Episode 334 Make no mistake, this is a busy time of the year for those who work in this industry. As some haunters are putting the finishing touches on their travel plans for Transworld, other haunters are opening for Valentine’s day events. And for those putting on Valentine’s, St Patrick’s Day, or other holiday-themed haunts, how are you getting customers to your door? Perhaps listening to the B...

Episode 333 Now don’t panic, but Transworld’s Halloween and Attractions Show in St Louis is happening in less than one month. Ok, maybe you can panic just a little. As vendors rush to complete their new items to display and attendees hurry to complete their travel plans, this can be a stressful time for any haunter. Perhaps listening to Episode 333 of the Big Scary Show will calm you down and give...

Episode 332 As we deal with winter storms pummeling the country, the Big Scary Show (g)hosts are hunkered down and trying to stay warm. They’re firing up their wood stoves, shoveling off driveways, and counting down the days until the temps start warming up just a bit. If you’re feeling the need to hibernate or crawl under some blankets for a couple months, why not let the Big Scary Show episode 3...

It’s a brand-new year, and all we’re hearing is that ‘New year, new me’ garbage, and all those resolutions that will no doubt be broken by February. You know what won’t be broken? The Big Scary Show. We’re starting 2025 on a strong note and are committed to keeping you informed and entertained as we countdown towards our 13th anniversary and beyond. Storm is ranting about the new year in a Haunt M...

We are well into the holiday season and the Big Scary Show (g)hosts are getting ready by decorating, stringing up lights, and visiting haunted houses that are putting on holiday events. Hopefully you’re enjoying all the magic and spookiness that the season has to offer. Let the Big Scary Show episode 330 keep you company as you trim your black trees, bake ginger-dead cookies, and take the severed...

As you recover from your Thanksgiving-related food comas, it’s time to start stringing up those lights and getting out decorations for that big holiday which is coming up sooner than you think. Of course we’re talking about Krampusnacht. Yes indeed, it’s time for our favorite horned creature to arise from his slumber and start punishing all the naughty people out there. We sure hope the Krampus is...

And just like that, it’s over. The decorations are being taken down, the leftover candy has been eaten, the haunts are shutting their doors, and the monsters are laying low until next season. But before you start to suffer from post-Halloween Depression, let the Big Scary Show remind you that we’re here all year long to keep your Halloween fix going. After all, we’re only a month away from Krampus...

Episode 327 It’s Halloween, the most wonderful day of the year and the (g)hosts are ready to celebrate. We’re setting up our final decorations, getting candy ready for trick or treaters, and looking forward to seeing all the spooky fun that goes on tonight. But even though the season is winding down, the Big Scary Show is always here to talk about Halloween, haunted houses, and horror. So don’t be...

Haunt season 2024 is in full swing and the sounds of fear are in the air. Haunted houses are terrifying customers, clowns are running rampant, and the smell of chainsaw exhaust is in the air. What a glorious time to be alive. Whether you’re heading down the street to see your favorite yard display, going across town to visit a local haunt, or traveling across the country to see the biggest and sca...

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 al...

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. St...

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 n...