The Swinging Wake Podcast - Haunted Mansion News & Information

The Swinging Wake Podcast – Episode 34 From the Haunted Mansion to the Funeral Home: Alex Talks About His Career as a Funeral Director Have you ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes at a funeral home? In this special episode of The Swinging Wake Podcast, Alex steps away from the Haunted Mansion for a candid conversation about his career as a traveling funeral director. From midnight...

The Swinging Wake Podcast – Episode 33 Madame Leota Special Welcome, foolish mortals, to Episode 33 of  The Swinging Wake Podcast ! This week, Alex and Kris gather around the séance table for a deep dive into one of the Haunted Mansion's most beloved residents:  Madame Leota . From her origins in Imagineering history to her appearances in films, merchandise, and parks around the world, we're summo...

The Swinging Wake Podcast – Episode 32 A Tribute to Catherine O’Hara In this heartfelt and haunting episode of  The Swinging Wake Podcast , Alex and Kris gather in the séance room to celebrate the life, career, and Disney legacy of the incomparable Catherine O’Hara — the beloved voice of Sally in The Nightmare Before Christmas and one of the most influential character performers of her generation....

31. Halfway to Halloween: Haunted Mansion Myths, Legends & Lore Welcome back, Foolish Mortals… 👻In this special  Halfway to Halloween extravaganza , Alex and Kris gather around the proverbial campfire to explore the eerie, mysterious, and sometimes downright bizarre stories surrounding Haunted Mansion and beyond. From confirmed facts to debunked fiction—and everything in between—this episode...

Episode 30: Justin from Foolish Mortals & Happy Haunts | Haunted Mansion Fan Community Welcome, foolish mortals… In Episode 30 of  The Swinging Wake Podcast , Alex is joined by Justin, the creator of  Foolish Mortals & Happy Haunts , a popular Haunted Mansion fan page known for its community, content, and deep appreciation of Disney’s most beloved attraction, the Haunted Mansion. This epis...

Episode 29 – Haunted Mansion News, Oogie Boogie Bash 2026 & Our 2025 Podcast Recap Welcome back, foolish mortals… After drifting through the spirit world for a short hiatus,  The Swinging Wake Podcast returns  with a brand new episode full of  Haunted Mansion news, Disney Parks updates, and a full recap of our 2025 podcast season . Join your grim-grinning hosts  Alex and Kris  as they material...

28. Interview with Special Guest Andy Mack In this episode, Kris interviews Andy Mack about his time as a cast member at Walt Disney World, past and current projects, and the Haunted Mansion. Show Notes: https://andymackvoice.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@andymackvoice

27. Discussing Phantom Manor with Steph! In this episode, your hitchhiking hosts, Alex and Kris, discuss recent Haunted Mansion news. Kris interviews Steph from "Magic Key Adventures Podcast" about her time at Disneyland Paris. Show Notes: Haunted Mansion Parlor on The Disney Destiny: https://wdwnt.com/2025/11/haunted-mansion-parlor-disney-destiny/ Disney Fairytale Weddings on The Disney...

26. Halloween 2025 Disneyland Resort Trip Recap In this episode, your hitchhiking hosts, Alex and Kris, discuss Alex's recent trip to the Disneyland Resort. They cover Halloween time, the 2025 runDisney Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend, Club 33, 1901, Oogie Boogie Bash, and more. Trip Photo Album: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1YSaVw5sdnU8vhjp2w-jxvOZuxVHM7okX runDisney Brooks S...

25. 2025 Disneyland Resort Halloween Foodie Guide In this episode, your Hitchhiking Hosts, Alex and Kris, discuss the new foodie guides at the resort and their upcoming trip to the parks together! 2025 Disneyland Resort Halloween Foodie Guide: https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-disneyland-halloween-foodie-guide-2025/ Oogie Boogie Bash Tickets: https://disneyland.disney.go.com/admission/ev...

24. The Disney Treasure and Haunted Mansion Parlor Title: The Disney Treasure & The Haunted Mansion Parlor Special Guest: Teresa Urban Episode Summary: Your Hitchhiking Hosts are back with a chilling new episode! This week, we’re setting sail aboard the Disney Treasure to explore the mysterious and macabre Haunted Mansion Parlor—the first-ever Haunted Mansion-themed bar at sea. We’re joined by...

23. The Attic Bride The doors to the mansion are open again! Your hitchhiking hosts, Alex & Kris, are back to share what they have been up to and recent Haunted Mansion news. In this episode, the hitchhiking hosts discuss the attic Bride at the Haunted Mansion. Show Notes: Lowe’s Haunted Mansion Line: https://wdwnt.com/2025/06/first-look-at-2025-haunted-mansion-halloween-decorations-from-lowes...

22. Haunted Mansion Changes Your ghosts hosts, Alex & Kris are back! In this episode they discuss recent Haunted Mansion changes. This includes a new outdoor queue, ghost bride, and other special effects. ** Show Notes: ** Haunted Mansion Extended Outdoor Queue: https://wdwnt.com/2024/11/first-look-completed-haunted-mansion-grounds/ Haunted Mansion Madame Leota Gift Shop: https://wdwnt.com/202...

21. The Nightmare Before Christmas In this episode, Alex and Kris discuss Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas and its influence on Haunted Mansion Holiday. Show Notes: Haunted Mansion Queue Update: https://wdwnt.com/2024/11/first-look-portion-of-new-haunted-mansion-queue-visible-at-disneyland-new-props-decor/ Walt Disney World Haunted Mansion Ghost Projections: https://x.com/DisneyFoodBlog...

20. Haunted Mansion Party Ideas In this episode, the Hitchhiking Hosts talk about their ideal Haunted Mansion party. Show Notes: Haunted Mansion Lug Bag: https://wdwnt.com/2024/10/haunted-mansion-lug-bag-wdw/ Disneyland Oogie Boogie Bash Survey: https://wdwnt.com/2024/10/disneyland-survey-oogie-boogie-bash-haunted-maze/ Celebrities Celebrating Halloween at Disneyland: https://disneyparksblog.com/d...

19. Halloween on Disney+ In this episode, the Hitchhiking Hosts discuss the Halloween collection on Disney+ and their top 3 picks to watch during the Halloween season. Show Notes: Haunted Mansion Construction Update: https://wdwnt.com/2024/10/progress-continues-in-haunted-mansion-disneyland/https://wdwnt.com/2024/10/progress-continues-in-haunted-mansion-disneyland/ Scary Teddy Popcorn Bucket and M...

18. Alex's Trip Report and Oogie Boogie Bash In this episode, Alex talks about his recent trip to the Disneyland Resort and Oogie Boogie Bash. Videos and photos from Alex’s trip: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-8NfDpZKx9WQzoApbalUvrWueYgX2hMw

17. runDisney Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend. In this episode, the Hitchhiking Hosts talk with their guest, Josh, about the runDisney Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Club 33 New Quicksand Men Tiki Mug: https://wdwnt.com/2024/09/new-quicksand-men-tiki-mug-club-33-disneyland/ Nightmare Before Christmas Starbucks Tumbler: https://wdwnt.com/2024/09/nightmare-before-christmas-starbucks-t...

16. The Halloween Tree at Disneyland In this episode, Alex, Kris and James discuss The Halloween Tree at Disneyland and The Happiest Haunts Tour. Show Notes: Club 33 Haunted Mansion Tightrope Walker Tiki Mug: https://wdwnt.com/2024/08/new-tightrope-walker-tiki-mug-club-33-members/ Club 33 Haunted Mansion 55th Anniversary Merch: https://www.instagram.com/disneylifestylers/p/C-zAJakMD_t/?img_index=7...

15. Disneyland Resort Halloween Foodie Guide In this episode, Alex, Kris, and James talk about the Halloween Foodie Guide at the Disneyland Resort. Be prepared for your stomachs to growl as the hitchhiking hosts talk about their top ten items from the foodie guide. Show Notes Disneyland Halloween Foodie Guide: https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-disneyland-halloween-foodie-guide-2024 Haunt...

14. Disneyland's Haunted Mansion Holiday In this episode, Alex, Kris, and James talk about Disneyland's Haunted Mansion Holiday. Show Notes: MiceChat Haunted Mansion Holiday Information: https://www.micechat.com/365986-disneyland-shocker-haunted-mansion-expansions/ Ooogie Boogie Jumbo Halloween Countdown Pin: https://www.disneystore.com/oogie-boogie-jumbo-halloween-countdown-pin-2024-the-nightmare...

13. Mansion Talk with Derick In this episode, Alex and James talk with Derick, listener of the podcast, about Disney Parks and The Haunted Mansion. Show Notes: Derrick (Guest)  instagram.com/boywhohaseverything https://www.youtube.com/@boywhohaseverything MiceChat Haunted Mansion 55th Anniversary merchandise:  https://www.micechat.com/390980-haunted-mansion-merchandise-guide-grim-grinning-goodies/...

12. The Pepper's Ghost Illusion In this episode, James and Alex discuss the famous Pepper's Ghost illusion. Show Notes: Haunted Mansion merchandise at TheDisneyStore.com   https://wdwnt.com/2024/07/new-haunted-mansion-starbucks-dooney-ornaments/ Radley Relics Duelists Double Sided Figure Preorder Link https://forms.monday.com/forms/4c2224aad776a5596bb3625f35182ff1?r=use1 Haunted Mansion Character...

11. Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort Update In this episode, Alex and James discuss recent updates for Halloween time and the Disneyland Resort. Show Notes: Lowe’s Home Improvement Haunted Mansion Lineup: https://www.lowes.com/collections/Disney-The-Haunted-Mansion-Collection/GR_12898 WDW Haunted Mansion Bust Update: https://wdwnt.com/2024/06/haunted-mansion-library-bust-projector-face-mk/...

10. The Omnimover System In this episode, James and Alex discuss the Omnimover System used in the Haunted Mansion and other Disney Park attractions. Show Notes: News: https://wdwnt.com/2024/05/haunted-mansion-grounds-expansion-construction-continues/ https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/04/28/confirmed-exclusive-haunted-mansion-and-pirates-of-the-caribbean-additions-will-return-to-mickeys-not-so-sc...