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The Dark Carousel Podcast

The Dark Carousel Podcast
Haunted Attractions
Character Development
Haunt Industry
Makeup Artistry
Laurel's House Of Horror
Land Of Illusion
Haunting
Community
Transworld
Frankenfuel
Halloween
Sliding
Brighton Asylum
Costume Design
Fear
Community and Family
Funny Bones
Haunted Houses
Scream Score
Performance

The Dark Carousel Podcast is a raw, emotional journey into the world of haunted attractions and the people who bring fear to life. Hosted by Arthur and Steve, it dives deep into the stories behind the masks, where trauma, passion, and art collide. Each guest shares not just haunt tales, but personal struggles, triumphs, and transformations. It’s about more than scares, it' about healing through ho... more

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After 27 years in the haunt industry, Punx the Clown’s passion runs much deeper than the scares. From Nightmare on the Ridge in Auburn, Maine, his story is about dedication, creativity, community, and finding that fire again even when it starts to fa... more

Halloween isn’t just a season. For some of us, it’s a way of life.

On this episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we welcome Halloween Haunts 365 for a conversation that goes far beyond haunted attraction reviews.Behind the cameras and reviews are tw... more

Eddie McLaurin, better known as Bone Daddy, is the owner and mastermind behind Woods of Terror and McLaurin Farms in Greensboro, North Carolina. For more than three decades, Eddie has helped transform his family property into one of the most recogniz... more

This one got deep.

We sat down with Allen Hopps to talk about his journey through the haunt industry, but the conversation became so much more. Allen opened up about his perspective on haunting, life, helping others, and what keeps him constantly mo... more

If you love talking haunt shop, this is the episode for you! The Dark Carousel Podcast sits down with Sammy Taylor, better known as Chainsaw Sammy and host of Into the Fear, to trace her journey from where it all began to where her passion has taken ... more

This makes that part more subtle and personal without laying it on too thick.

🎃 Pumpkin Riot Productions | Dark Carousel Podcast

On this episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we sit down with Bryan, owner and creator of Pumpkin Riot Productions ou... more

Some people spend years finding a character that truly fits them. Others step into the fog and somehow make it look like they’ve been doing it forever.

This week, we’re joined by Spaz the Clown, a rising haunt performer who’s only been in the indust... more

Step into the spotlight and prepare for a broadcast unlike anything you’ve ever seen.

On this episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we welcome the unforgettable duo bakR and Sadie Slaughter, two incredibly talented haunters whose hauntingly original... more

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Baker Ledford
Haunter, Five Points, known as Nightmaker
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Sadie Slaughter
Haunter at Hell's Gate, guest on this episode
Hell's Gate Haunt
Episode: The Applause Never Ends
Brit Nussear
General Manager, Markoff's Haunted Forest
Markoff's Haunted Forest
Episode: Where Passion Meets Terror ( Brit Nussear)
Paul Brubacher
Director/Technician at Markoff's Haunted Forest
Markoff's Haunted Forest
Episode: Where Passion Meets Terror ( Brit Nussear)
Cody SparkySFX
Haunt actor known as Sparky, Fright Kingdom
Fright Kingdom
Episode: Built on Passion, Driven by Purpose (Sparky )
Landen Gessner
Landen Gessner, clown house actor at The Clown House, Land of Illusions
The Clown House, Land of Illusions
Episode: The Journey Behind the Characters : part 1 ( Landen and David )
David Amador
David Amador, aka Jingles the Jester, clown house actor
The Clown House, Land of Illusions
Episode: The Journey Behind the Characters : part 1 ( Landen and David )
Azazel Gacy
Haunt performer known for Azazel and Father Rotten characters
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Episode: What Haunting Gave Me (Azazel Gacy)
Joe Goratowski
Owner, operator and artist behind Macabre Intentions
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Episode: The World of Macabre Intentions

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Arthur Dark Carousel
Host of The Dark Carousel Podcast
Steve Dark Carousel
Co-host of The Dark Carousel Podcast

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Chaos Has a Name : Spaz
Q: How did haunt work first find you and what drew you to Spaz the Clown as a character?
Lexi explains she started in Fetal Screams PA and Sapphire opened doors to haunt life; she chose a clown persona to stand out and to bring a unique twist to a familiar icon, embracing the therapeutic and storytelling aspects of clowning.
Pumpkin Riot Productions: What We Leave Behind
Q: What's one of the biggest failures you've had and how did you turn it into a success?
He discusses early overcommitment and taking on too many projects, learning to say no, and focusing on quality and personal satisfaction; this shift helped his business regain balance and avoid burnout.
Pumpkin Riot Productions: What We Leave Behind
Q: Do you build for realism, scares, or storytelling?
He explains he doesn't build solely for scares but emphasizes eerie horror and storytelling, aiming to create original work that stands out rather than copying others.
The Road to Laurel
Q: What has haunted work taught you about leadership and teamwork?
Leadership is about knowing people individually, supporting them through struggles, and building a team that sticks together through ups and downs.
The Journey Behind the Characters : part 1 ( Landen and David )
Q: What has been your biggest learning about performance and fear since you started?
David notes that fear remains present but is manageable, and Landen emphasizes practical tips like keeping the character flowing in performance and using fear as a dynamic tool, not a barrier.

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What is The Dark Carousel Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on the world of haunted attractions, exploring how fear, artistry, and personal history intersect in the lives of performers, makers, and venue operators. Across episodes, listeners hear origin stories of indie prop shops, makeup artistry, clown and character development, and large-scale haunts, with a strong emphasis on mentorship, community, and resilience. The conversations feel intimate and practitioner-focused—covering everything from prototyping and materials to backstage dynamics, safety, and the emotional toll of performing—while highlighting a DIY ethos and a sense of family within a niche industry. Noteworthy aspects include long-form, candid storytelling, a blend of entrepreneurship and craft, and a recurring thr... more

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