
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 121 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentarySociety & Culture | |||

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
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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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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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