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The Dark Carousel Podcast

The Dark Carousel Podcast
Haunted Attractions
Character Development
Makeup Artistry
Land Of Illusion
Laurel's House Of Horror
Haunting
Haunt Industry
Community
Frankenfuel
Halloween
Sliding
Transworld
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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Sometimes all it takes is one question.

When we sat down with Azazel, we expected to talk about haunting, characters, scares, and the road that brought him from Savannah, Georgia into the haunt world. We got all of that. What we didn’t expect was a ... more

Some stories begin with a plan.

Others begin with an accident.

What started as an unexpected creative spark eventually grew into Macabre Intentions, one of the haunt industry’s most recognizable names in custom costume and character design. Founded... more

For four years, Sparky has poured everything he has into the world of haunting. What started as a passion became an obsession, and that obsession became a legacy. From the legendary halls of Spooky World to the twisted nightmares of Fright Kingdom, S... more

Step into a world where Halloween never really ends.

In this episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we sit down with Panthemerman, the performer behind one of the most recognizable Beetlejuice characters in the haunt community. From his love of class... more

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Recent Guests

Cody (Sparky)
Sparky SFX, clown character for Fright Kingdom
Fright Kingdom
Episode: Built on Passion, Driven by Purpose (Sparky)
Lily (Riddlez)
Character performer for Laurel's House of Horror
Laurel's House of Horror
Episode: Riddlez Behind the Paint
Rob Gofourth
Haunt performer with Farmaphobia, Ireland
Farmaphobia
Episode: Rob Gofourth : Where Passion Builds Monsters🎃
Taylor Cahill
Makeup artist at Pennhurst Asylum, Pennhurst, PA; also known as Taylor Wright
Pennhurst Asylum
Episode: Taylor Wright: Painted in Shadows
Dinn Widdie Da Clown
Haunt performer and clown at Laurel's House of Horror (Maryland)
Laurel's House of Horror
Episode: Painted Smiles, Blood Oaths: Dinn Widdie Da Clown’s Revenge
Mason Lauster
Owner of DreadWorks FX Makeup
DreadWorks FX Makeup
Episode: 🩸 Blood, Paint, and dedication : DreadWorks FX 🩸
Matt West
Portrayer of Snuggles the Clown
Woods of Terror
Episode: 🤡Sugglez Domain 🤡
Vincent Castiglia
An extraordinary artist known for painting with his own blood.
Vincent Castiglia Gallery
Episode: Vincent Castiglia :The Blood Behind The Art
Frankie Peracchio
Haunt actor at Brighton Asylum
Brighton Asylum
Episode: A Haunter Carved by Commitment : Frankie Peracchio

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Arthur
Co-host with a focus on storytelling, artistry, and community in haunt culture
Steve
Co-host who engages with guests on craft, performance, and the emotional side of haunt work

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SHARKY: TEETH, TERROR, AND TOTAL DEVOTION
Q: What's the difference between Statesville's energy and Hellsgate's theatrical approach?
Statesville felt like a rock show with gritty, in-your-face intensity, while Hellsgate embraced a more theatrical, immersive experience that feels like entering another world, amplifying creativity and storytelling.
SHARKY: TEETH, TERROR, AND TOTAL DEVOTION
Q: How did Sharky start, and how did the character evolve over time?
Sharky began by accident when the front-door crowd control manager suggested a name that fit her sharp teeth; from there, the clown persona emerged, the makeup and energy developed, and the character grew into a defining presence at Statesville and later Hellsgate.
Panthemerman: The Ghost With The Most
Q: What is your biggest takeaway from two years in haunt work?
He stresses that not everyone will respond to the character, so you move on to the next guest, while maintaining the core character and respecting boundaries.
Panthemerman: The Ghost With The Most
Q: What did you start as and how did you get into Beetlejuice specifically?
He started as Beetlejuice after being invited to join a Beetlejuice-themed escape room project; he studied the character by watching the movie, researching interviews, and matching timing and voice to craft an authentic portrayal.
Panthemerman: The Ghost With The Most
Q: Tell us who you are, what haunt you work for, how long you've been in this business, and what got you here on this planet?
Panthemerman explains he's been in the business for two years, joined Laurel's House of Horror after visiting and signing up, and emphasizes his Beetlejuice role and his progression into escape rooms as a game master.

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The podcast centers on haunted attractions, exploring how fear, performance, and artistry intersect with personal journeys. Across episodes, guests share how characters are built from trauma, resilience, and imagination, and how haunt work becomes a form of healing, community, and self-expression. Topics span from makeup artistry and character development to the business side of running immersive attractions, with frequent emphasis on empowerment, inclusivity, and the supportive camaraderie found within the haunt world. It stands out for its candid, emotionally honest conversations that connect creative craft with mental health, identity, and the transformative power of storytelling in Halloween culture.

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1. Cody (Sparky)
2. Lily (Riddlez)
3. Rob Gofourth
4. Taylor Cahill
5. Dinn Widdie Da Clown
6. Mason Lauster
7. Matt West
8. Vincent Castiglia

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