This episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast dives into the mind of Riot, a traveling actor who has spent the last five years pouring his soul into the world of haunting. From fog-filled nights to the roar of chainsaws and screams in the dark, Riot’s passion burns brighter with every season. 💀🔥
We talk about the sacrifices, the brotherhood, and the thrill that keeps him coming back. It’s about more than just scaring people,it’s about finding purpose in the madness, family in the chaos, and pride in every scream earned.
Five years in, and he’s only just getting started.
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In this episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we step into the fog-filled backyard of one man’s obsession, Dark Acres. For 13 years, John Acors has transformed his own home into a 2000 square foot haunted world, built by hand, fueled by heart, and opened for one night only on Halloween. What began as a small neighborhood scare has grown into a tradition that captures the spirit of what haunting is all about.
Every wall he builds and every scream that echoes through the night is powered by pure passion. John isn’t chasing fame or money. He’s chasing the feeling of keeping Halloween alive for everyone who still believes in the magic, the mystery, and the thrill of being scared. His story is one of late nights, creativity, and community.
Saving Halloween is a reminder that you don’t need a big budget or a massive team to create something unforgettable. All you need is heart, imagination, and a love for the season that never dies.
Buckle up haunters this is our longest episode yet and for good reason. We’re diving deep with the one and only Ms. Laurel (Angelica) a haunting legend whose name is carved into the very walls of Laurel’s House of Horror in Maryland.
With 18 years of experience, Ms. Laurel’s story is more than just about scaring. It’s about passion, purpose, and a love for the art that refuses to fade. Her dedication shines through every scream, every performance, and every night she steps into character. She embodies what it means to live and breathe haunting, inspiring others to chase their own creative fire without fear.
This episode isn’t just a conversation. It’s a celebration of resilience, artistry, and the unstoppable heart of a haunter.
This Carousel Never Stops Spinning.
From the depths of Reapers Revenge in Pennsylvania rises a makeup artist whose creativity turns fear into art Jess FX 💄🔥
Every brush stroke every airbrush burst and every design she creates tells a story of growth and transformation She’s entering her fifth haunt season stronger than ever improving herself with every monster she brings to life
In this episode we explore her artistic journey her passion for the craft and the deeper meaning behind her work Jess reminds us that there’s no reason to be afraid of who we are because behind the makeup behind the fear we’re all great people We are haunters!!!
This Carousel never stops spinning🤘🎃🤘
Welcome to Haunted Gallows in Burrillville, Rhode Island, where laughter turns to screams and passion fuels the darkness. In this episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, Arthur Snagz and Steve Mr. Sweets step into the eerie world of Funny Bones, a veteran haunter with over thirteen years of haunting in his soul.
Funny Bones isn’t just about scaring people—he’s about connecting with them. Every scream, every jump, every look of terror is an interaction that feeds his fire. Through his years at Haunted Gallows, he’s built relationships that run deeper than makeup and masks, creating a legacy based on emotion, dedication, and heart.
Step into the circus of shadows and discover how Funny Bones keeps his art alive, one scream at a time.
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Some people find haunting…
Others are born into it.
In this spine-tingling new episode, The Dark Carousel Podcast welcomes Jada Nichole, the powerhouse costume and actor manager from Laurel’s House of Horror and the daughter of none other than Mandy Gibson. The haunt world runs deep in her veins, stitched together with fabric, fear, and pure determination.
Arthur (Snagz) and Steve (Mr. Sweets) dive headfirst into the madness that is Jada’s world , from late-night wardrobe meltdowns and actor wrangling to her dream of becoming a full-blown costume designer. She’s tough, talented, terrifyingly organized… and just chaotic enough to thrive in the dark.
Oh, and let’s be clear .
She’s gunning for more followers than her mom now. Let’s help her make it happen. 😉
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“This Carousel Will Never Stop Spinning.”
In this blood-splattered installment of The Dark Carousel Podcast, Arthur (Snagz) and Steve (Mr. Sweets) descend into the chaotic world of Buckshot, the fearless haunt slider of Laurel’s House of Horror in Maryland.
From his first night in the fog to the adrenaline of every spark that flies beneath his gloves, Buckshot opens up about his origins, pain, passion, and the art of fear. He shares the dangers behind the slide, the thrill of connection with the crowd, and the emotional weight of what it truly means to be a haunter.
It’s raw. It’s real. It’s relentless.
This is Buckshot unmasked, unfiltered, and unstoppable.
🕯️ “This carousel will never stop spinning.”
On this electrifying new episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, Arthur and Steve sit down with the mastermind of terror himself, John LaFlamboy , the creator of HellsGate Haunted House and Zombie Army Productions.
From his theatre beginnings to running Statesville Prison, and finally raising the gates of one of the most immersive haunted attractions in the country, John shares a journey filled with creativity, sacrifice, and pure haunting magic.
For one of the very first times on the podcast, Arthur is left completely speechless, overwhelmed by John’s passion and the dark legacy of HellsGate. This isn’t just an interview, it’s a descent into the very soul of haunting.
🕸️ The Dark Carousel Podcast – This Carousel Never Stops Spinning.
Arthur and Steve step into the fog drenched halls of Laurel’s House of Horror to face off with McKenzie, a makeup artist and actress whose work embodies terror itself. She reveals how she first entered the haunt world, what inspired her to master SFX makeup, and the dedication it takes to bring nightmarish characters to life. From the chaos of show nights to the meaning she finds in haunting, McKenzie pulls back the curtain on the artistry that makes Laurel’s one of Maryland’s most unforgettable attractions.
🔥 One more day until the fear begins.
🕯️ This carousel never stops spinning.
In this chilling new episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, Arthur (Snagz) and Steve (Mr. Sweets) pull back the curtain with none other than AJ Good of The House of Masks, one of the most respected and controversial voices in the mask-collecting world.
From his earliest memories of Halloween to the rise of his legendary collection, AJ opens up about the passion, obsession, and raw emotion that fuels his journey. We dig into the iconic legacy of Don Post Studios, Be Something, Topstone, and other vintage mask makers, while diving headfirst into AJ’s lifelong connection to Slipknot and the darker corners of horror culture.
But this isn’t just history ,it’s brutal honesty. We ask the questions others won’t: the darkest fan requests, the weight of legacy, and what it means to let masks define your identity. At the same time, AJ shares the highs, the victories, and what this community truly means to him.
Whether you’re a diehard Slipknot fan, a vintage mask hunter, or a Halloween fiend, this episode is a blood-soaked love letter to the art of masks ,and a reminder that this carousel never stops spinning.
Step inside the airbrush world of Mandy Gibson, the makeup artist behind some of the most chilling faces at Laurel’s House of Horror. 🎨💀
In this episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, Mandy shares her journey into special effects makeup, the thrill of airbrushing entire haunt casts, and the emotional joy of watching her creations come alive under the dim lights of the haunt. From backstage chaos to heartfelt moments, Mandy’s story paints a vivid picture of passion, creativity, and the haunting spirit that drives the industry.
🔥 Don’t miss this dive into the art of horror… because This Carousel Will Never Stop Spinning. 🔥
In this chilling episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we welcome Rochelle, a powerhouse haunt actress and makeup artist from Disturbia Haunted House in Chicago. For the past four years, Rochelle has been dominating the haunt scene as a performer ,and she’s still kicking ass every night she steps into character. On top of that, she’s now approaching her second year as a makeup artist, transforming fear into flesh with jaw-dropping detail and gruesome creativity.
Known for her terrifyingly immersive performances and grotesque FX artistry, Rochelle has built a reputation for bringing nightmares to life with spine-tingling precision. She takes us deep into her creative process, from crafting horrifying looks that drip with realism, to embodying monsters that blur the line between actor and nightmare.
We explore her inspirations, her most shocking haunt moments, and the raw dedication it takes to thrive in the haunted attraction world. Rochelle’s passion for haunting is more than just performance ,I t’s about creating unforgettable experiences, pushing boundaries, and living the art of fear.
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In this powerful episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we sit down with Scott Dieterman, the founder of Slider Dynamix and one of the most influential figures in the art of sliding within the haunt industry. From his very first sparks to building a movement that redefined how scare actors perform, Scott opens up about his journey, struggles, and triumphs.
Listeners will hear the raw emotions behind his sliding career. The adrenaline of the scare, the meaningful moments that shaped him, the funny mishaps along the way, and the deep connection he feels to haunting. Scott also reflects on training the next generation of sliders, the culture of the haunt community, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.
Join us as sparks fly, memories unfold, and we dive deep into what sliding truly means to one of its greatest pioneers.
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Step into the shadows with us as we welcome the one and only Bladez the Clown !!!a character as chilling as she is captivating. Known for her grotesque beauty and unflinching commitment to the art of haunting, Bladez takes fear to an entirely new dimension.
Not only does she embody a horrifyingly unique clown persona crawling with decay, maggots, and menace ,but she also draws inspiration from her real-world path as an embalming apprentice. Her performance is more than a mask; it’s a visceral fusion of death’s rituals and the raw chaos of the haunt world. Every gesture, every look, every detail of Bladez carries the weight of her deep understanding of mortality and transformation.
In this episode, Bladez opens up about her haunting journey, her inspirations, her pre-show rituals, and how she uses her embalming knowledge to elevate her character into something unforgettable. Beyond the fear, she is a true artist and a deeply passionate soul ,someone who lives to create, terrify, and inspire.
This isn’t just another episode , it’s a dive into the mortuary of nightmares. 🎙️
🖤 Bladez the Clown
“This Carousel Never Stops Spinning.”
Step into the shadows with us as we welcome the one and only ZOMBAE! A haunting force who has turned fear into an art form.
In this chilling episode, Zombae peels back the mask to reveal the story behind her terrifying transformations. From the first spark that drew her into the world of haunting, to the wild nights inside attractions, to the painstaking artistry of her makeup creations, her journey is as raw as it is inspiring.
🎭 We explore the performance side of haunting: the acting, the body language, and the improvisation that bring her characters to life.
📱 We talk about her rise on TikTok, how her creativity reached a worldwide audience, and the influence she now holds in the haunt community.
💔 We get personal, what haunting has done for her emotionally, the sacrifices, the unforgettable scares, and the moments that made her realize this isn’t just a job, it’s a calling.
As the carousel spins, Zombae leaves us with thoughts on the legacy she’s creating and what haunting truly means to her at its core.
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Ladies and gentlemen, step right up…
This week on The Dark Carousel Podcast, we descend into the haunted woods with the one and only Flix the Clown. Not only is she a terrifying performer, but she’s also a master costume designer and makeup artist who pours her soul into every creation.
One of her most haunting characters is Ophelia, the Dead Bride — a tragic figure with a story as sorrowful as it is terrifying. On the day she was to be married, her bridesmaids, overcome with jealousy, pushed her into a lake. That betrayal drowned her future, leaving her to rise again as a spectral bride. The sadness of Ophelia lives in every layer of Flix’s design — from the veil to the decay, each detail carries grief and beauty hand-in-hand.
In this episode, Flix opens up about her artistry, the blood, sweat, and tears behind her craft, and the haunting balance of terror and tragedy that makes her characters unforgettable.
⚰️ The carousel never stops spinning… it spins with Flix the Clown.
Step deeper into the shadows as we return to the twisting, torch-lit paths of the Middletown Haunted Trail. In this chilling fourth installment of our Into the Trail series, we sit down with Michael McKnight ,Manager of the Haunted Trail at Land of Illusion.
Michael has walked these woods for years, not just as a leader, but as a storyteller of fear, guiding his crew to weave nightmares that linger long after the screams fade. In this heartfelt and haunting conversation, he opens up about the craft of building terror from the ground up, the family-like bond of his team, and the eerie magic that transforms a quiet trail into a living, breathing nightmare each October.
From the crunch of leaves underfoot to the distant roar of chainsaws in the dark, this episode will pull you into the very heartbeat of the trail… and remind you why some journeys are meant to be taken only under the moonlight.
This carousel never stops spinning.
In a world of twisted masks and midnight fog, some characters aren’t just played ,they’re lived.
In this powerful and raw episode, we welcome VAX. The towering, grotesque, unforgettable force of fear known throughout the haunt community as Freak Skinny. But behind the slime, the screams, and the chaos lies a human story: one of pain, transformation, and healing through horror.
We dig deep into the mind and heart behind the monster. From humble beginnings to viral moments, from late night haunt floors to emotional breakthroughs, VAX opens up about the madness that started it all, the message behind his mayhem, and the meaning of being a haunter in today’s world.
Whether you’re in the fog every weekend or just learning the art of fear , this episode will remind you why we all haunt.
This one hits the soul.
🎧 Tune in, take a spin… and remember:
What we wear is just a costume. What we carry… is real.
Step into the shadows with us as we shine a spotlight on Kate Biddle, a powerhouse haunter who’s been leaving her terrifying mark on Netherworld Haunted House in Stone Mountain, Georgia. With ten years of this beautiful horror, she’s not slowing down anytime soon. From blood-curdling screams to bone-chilling characters, Kate’s dedication to the craft of haunting is nothing short of inspiring.
Her journey is a testament to passion, grit, and the pure love of the scare. Whether she’s slathered in makeup, drenched in fog, or lunging from the darkness, Kate brings the nightmare to life with unmatched energy. Her story will leave you in awe of what it truly means to be part of this incredible haunt family.
We are honored to have Kate join us on The Dark Carousel Podcast, and trust us, you definitely won’t want to miss this episode.
Tune in and hear firsthand how one woman turned screams into a legacy.
This carousel never stops spinning… 🎠💀
In this explosive episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we sit down with the mastermind of mayhem himself, Devin Carter, the creator of Sinister Slide Gear. From scraped-up knees to sparking chaos across concrete, Devin takes us deep into the origin of a movement that’s transforming the world of haunt sliding.
We go back to where it all began, childhood scares, wild inspiration, and the first time Devin hit the ground running (and sliding). With emotional reflections and hilarious behind-the-scenes chaos, Devin shares what it means to live life on your knees, how Sinister Slide Gear became a symbol of adrenaline-fueled fear, and the heart that beats beneath the monster.
This episode is packed with raw stories, gear disasters, burning passion, and the unfiltered truth about haunting as a lifestyle. From the emotional toll to the brotherhood formed in blood, sweat, and sparks, this is more than a brand. It’s a legacy in motion.
Because this isn’t just about gear.
It’s about the ones who wear it… and the chaos they leave behind.
🔥 Featuring: Devin Carter
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