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You made it! It's 2021 and you survived what's probably been the worst year in modern history for many reasons. For those who lost family and friends, we offer our sincere condolences. Thankfully, there's a light at the end of the proverbial tunnel and the Big Scary Show is hoping to guide you along as we all make our way into a (hopefully) better year. After all, it's only 10 months until October. Storm will be ranting as always in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim brings us a new Between the Corpses. Badger reads the latest in Deadline News. Jerry Vayne rocks in the new year with some great music. And Vysther is back talking about the new Wonder Woman movie during his Halloween Vista segment. We gave the Gruesome Giveaway the week off so it could get ready for a great January giveaway next show.The Roundtable of Terror reflects back on the year that was. Was it good for the (g)hosts? Was there optimism during the conversation? Did 2020 just weigh everyone down too much? Be sure to tune in and see what their thoughts are on the year that was, and their predictions for 2021 and beyond. There is plenty to get excited about this year, all things considered. Oh, and Happy New Year everyone!We hid the body, but you will become an accomplice just for listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW!Featured Music:Murderland – 13 Jack o’ LanternsRagdolls – Halloween NightVan Helsing’s Curse – Halloween

It's the final show of 2020, and as we say goodbye to one crazy year, the Big Scary Show is looking ahead to 2021 and the first haunt convention of the year. HAuNTcon was scheduled to be in Dallas in January, but is now going to be a virtual show. What's a virtual show you may ask? Stay tuned.Storm is ranting in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim is talking Between the Corpses. Badger is reading Deadline News. And Jerry Vayne brings you five holiday tunes from Midnight Syndicate. Vysther is taking this episode off.The Roundtable of Terror invites Samantha Grimaldi from HAuNTcon to sit down and discuss all the things they're doing to hold a virtual convention January 19-21st. All the classes, seminars, vendors, and more that you would expect are all going to be there, just in cyberspace. How can you participate? Stay tuned to find out. All this and much, much more as we close out 2020. From all of us at the Big Scary Show, we wish each and every one of our listeners a very happy and safe holiday season, no matter how you choose to celebrate.We hid the body, but you will become an accomplice just for listening.......to the BIG SCARY SHOW!Featured music: (Midnight Syndicate) Parade of the Tin SoldiersGod Rest ye Merry Gentlemen Little Helpers Up on the Housetop Christmas at Midnight#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

It's December and that means it's time for the big holiday, KRAMPUSNACHT (what holiday did you think we were talking about?) Yes, Krampus is out and about and looking for all the naughty children to punish. so the 4 (g)hosts are in hiding so they don't get whipped or carried off. Safe and sound in their own lairs, they bring you this Krampus-themed episode of the show.Storm is ranting about something timely and very un-Krampuslike in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim travels to Switzerland for his Between the Corpses segment. Badger brings you news of haunts putting on Krampus events this month in Deadline News, (plus giving you the December Gruesome Giveaway.) Jerry Vayne brings you all the Krampus-laden music you can handle. Vysther is back with his Haunted Vista, and we pay tribute to one of our very first major guests on the show who passed away last week.The Roundtable of Terror is all about Krampus and other holiday creatures from European folklore as we welcome back Allen Hopps to join us for a conversation about creatures that probably scared the dickens out of your German and Austrian grandparents and great-grandparents. It's a fun and educational roundtable you won't want to miss. All this, and so much more.We hid the body, but you will become an accomplice, just by listening to....T?HE BIG SCARY SHOW!Featured music: Michael Gaither - The Krampus Comes Out Tonight Midnight Syndicate - Krampus Snowy Shaw - Krampus Snowy Shaw - Nachtgeist#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

As we continue to wrap up Halloween 2020 and rush headlong into the holiday season, the Big Scary Show would like to remind you that we're here for you, every week of the year, keeping you informed and entertained with all things going on in the world of Halloween.Storm is ranting again in a Haunt Minute, Meathook Jim has traveled to yet another place for Between the Corpses, Badger reads the latest in Deadline News, and Jerry Vayne brings you some rockin' tunes to keep you moving while you finish up your breakdowns, (or perhaps building up for your Christmas haunts?) It's Vysther's anniversary so we gave him the night off.Attention: haunt owners: Did you notice that people going through your haunt were more...aggressive than in years past? We did, so we've brought in haunt owners and managers from around the US to our Roundtable of Terror to talk about the dreaded Karens and Chads, and all the other difficult customers that seemed to be everywhere this season and how they handled them. If you have a good story about a bad customer, let us know.We hid the body....but you will become an accomplice just by listening to THE BIG SCARY SHOW.Featured Music: Grave Robber - Nightbreed (A Big Scary Show Exclusive) Michael Hedstrom - The House on the Hill PsychoCharger - I Eat the Dead#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 223Well, October and Halloween have passed us by but the Big Scary Show will still be here to help you get over your PHD (Post Halloween Depression). The 4 (g)hosts sit down at the Roundtable of Terror with several haunt owners from Virginia, Kentucky, and Utah to talk about their seasons and the adjustments they had to make in order to keep their haunts open and everyone safe (and scared). It's a very interesting conversation you don't want to miss, especially if you own or manage a haunt.Storm rants on about haunted car washes, Meathook Jim discusses burial practices in Italy, Badger reads the news, and Jerry Vayne spins a trio of haunted tunes to keep the Halloween spirit alive. We gave Vysther the night off so he can recover from his holiday season. There's a Gruesome Giveaway for November, so be sure to listen carefully and enter the contest. All this and so much more!We hid the body....but you will become an accomplice just by listening to THE BIG SCARY SHOW.Featured Music Audio Zombie - The Living Dead Van Helsing's Curse - Halloween Wednesday 13 - Halloween 13-13#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Halloween is almost upon us, and what a strange year it has been. But strange goes hand in hand with the season, so we welcome the weird. We offer up chairs at our freshly polished Roundtable of Terror to Rebecca and John, as they offer up sacrifices to the (g)Hosts in the form of a fascinating chat regarding the Halloween Capital of the World. Do you think you know where it is? listen on, you might be surprised...Badger brings us an interview from Hillside Horror, as well as the latest in Deadline News. Storm brings us a classic bit from 2015, as we as ranting on about candy delivery systems. Meathook Jim is back with expensive burial practices in Indonesia, while Vsyther's latest segment is on Halloween 2020 Thoughts and Ruminations. All of this while the Haunt-strumentalist Jerry Vayne spins 5 spooky tunes to get you in the holiday spirit.We hid the body, but you will become an accomplice, just by listening to....THE BIG SCARY SHOW Featured Music:Jerry Vayne - Empty InsideVirgil- Night SinsMidnight Syndicate - Born of the NightPrelude to a Nightmare- Prelude to a NightmareShadow's Symphony - the Dead are Watching #bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Episode 221It's October...and that means it's haunt season! The haunted attractions that are open this year are welcoming everyone craving the latest and scariest things. So what are haunts doing behind the scenes to keep everyone safe while still being scary? Stick around.Storm is ranting again in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim is talking between the Corpses. Badger is reading the latest in Deadline News. And the Haunt-Strumentalist Jerry Vayne spins some creepy tunes courtesy of Sam Haynes. Vysther is back with the finale of his 'The Horror of it All' countdown, and there's an awesome Gruesome Giveaway for the month of October.The Roundtable of Terror talks with several actors and staff of haunted houses in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Colorado to find out how the 2020 season is progressing and the steps they are taking to keep everyone safe. If you're on the fence about attending your local attractions, this informative and interesting Roundtable may help you decide.We hid the body, but you'll be an accomplice just by listening to........ The BIG SCARY SHOW. Featured MusicSam Haynes - Nightshade , Catacombs, Dead and Buried#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterror

Haunt Season is under way, as more haunts are opening up throughout September. But the (g)hosts, are surrounded by Paranormal Investigators and we chat about investigating a true “haunted” house and some amazing experiences and stories from Christopher Pressley, Ryan Olstad, and Heidi Pulskamp.Badger might have a Gruesome Giveaway Winner, but first he has to get through Deadline News. Storm is going on about the CDC and Halloween Guideline, in a Haunt Minute. On Between the Corpses, Meathook Jim ventures to Ancient and Modern Egypt, and Vsyther is back with The Horror of it All, part 7. And we would be remiss to forget the Haunt-strumentalist as he spins a quartet of brand new spooky tunes from the Rhythm Coffin.We hid the body, and you will become an accomplice, just by listening to…..THE BIG SCARY SHOWFeatured Music:The Rhythm Coffin:Yeah Yeah a Go Go, Tombstoned, Coffin Creep, Balladstein

Episode 219It's finally here! Haunt Season! After a long hot summer, haunted attractions are starting to open across the country. Many will not be opening, but the ones that are have been working hard to make things safe for everyone. Support you local haunts and follow their guidelines so we can all enjoy the season.Storm will be ranting about gender reveal parties in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim is in Scandinavia talking about their burial practices for Between the Corpses. The Haunt-Strumetallist Jerry Vayne welcomes haunt season with three very spooky tunes. Badger reads the latest in Deadline News. We gave Vysther the week off so no segment from him this show. There's an extra-special Gruesome Giveaway this month, so listen carefully for your chance to win a great prize from Screamline Studios..The Roundtable of Terror sits down with one of the up and coming stars of the horror film scene, David Howard Thornton from the 'Terrifier' movies. He has a LOT to say and has some great stories, including his encounters with the dreaded 'Karen.'We hid the body, but you will become an accomplice just by listening to...the BIG SCARY SHOW!#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterrorFeatured Music The Rhythm Coffin - Monster Mash Twisted in Graves - I wish my Girlfriend was a Zombie The Tremors - Demon Boogie Fever

Here it is, the dog days of summer. Haunt season is just around the corner, and we believe it will be a very “interesting” season.With haunts making preparations for the season, Storm dusted off everyone’s favorite Gameshow, The 13 Questions of Doom! This time, it’s the H.P. Lovecraft Edition, so play along at home and see how many questions you can get right.Badger brings us the latest in Deadline News, Storm rants about haunt jealousy, in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim travels to the island nation of New Zealand, in Between the Corpses, while the Hauntstrumentalist spins a trio of spooky tunes. Vysther is back with part 6 of The Horror of it All.We hid the body, and you will become an accomplice, just by listening to….The Big Scary Show!Featured music:The Graveyard Boulevard – NightmericaThe B Movie Monsters – Salems LotThe Independents – Walking Dead

Episode 217Here it is, the middle of August. Haunt season is just around corner, in spite of the global situation. Now is the time to start the audition and training process for a lot of haunts. The Roundtable of Terror offers up a trio of electric chairs to Japes Palles, Andy Arrasmith and Matt Clayton, as we discuss the training process, how it will possibly differ this year, and due to social distancing, the need for veteran actors to carry the season.Badger sits down to talk with fellow consultant Scott Swenson about a new project he is involved in called Undead in the Water, but you have to listen to find out more about this intriguing concept.Badger reads us the latest in Deadline News, Storm rants on about the mystery seeds from China, in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim's Between the Corpses is all about Funeral customs in Germany, and the Haunt-strumentalist Jerry Vayne spins us a trio of spooky tunes.We Hid The Body, but you will become an accomplice, just by listening to......THE BIG SCARY SHOWFeatured Music:Dr Frankenfingers - An Unholy CitadelVen Helsing's Curse - HalloweenWednesday 13 - What the Night Brings

As we continue to get ready for the season; building in the heat, humidity and mosquitoes, some of us might question why we continue to do this year after year. Some do it for the money, some for the love of Halloween, and some do it for other reasons, including helping those in need. Many haunts out there are doing some amazing things for their communities and not making a dime off of their efforts. We sit down at the Roundtable of Terror with charity haunt owners from Florida, Ohio, and British Columbia and talk about how their home and professional haunts are making a difference in their local areas.Badger brings you the latest in Deadline News, as well as an exclusive interview with Ari Lehman from the original Friday the 13th movie (which is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year). Storm rants about updating horror icons. Meathook Jim discusses funeral practices in Mexico. The Haunt-Strumetalist Jerry Vayne spins a trio of spooky tunes to keep you in the mood. And Vysther continues his countdown of 'The Horror of it All'. We even have a Gruesome Giveaway for the month of August so listen closely and enter.We hid the body, but you will become an accomplice just by listening to...the BIG SCARY SHOW!#bigscaryshow #roundtableofterrorFeatured Music: First Jason - Jason Never Dies First Jason - Witch Camp The Gladezmen - Big Ol' Monster

Episode 215As we move into the dog days of summer and try to keep social distancing and wearing masks, the Big Scary Show continues to bring you all the news, information and entertainment you've come to expect. Hang in there for a few more weeks and maybe, just maybe, the weather will start turning cooler and our minds will definitely be turning towards Halloween.Storm will be ranting on about unsolved mysteries and more in a Haunt Minute. Meathook Jim shares with us burial practices in Romania. Badger brings you the latest information in Deadline News. The Haunt-Strumentalist Jerry Vayne spins a trio of rockin' tunes to keep you moving during build season. And Vyshter continues his countdown on 'The Horror of it All'.Speaking of build season, the Roundtable of Terror talks to three home haunters about how they get ready for the Halloween season. It's an interesting conversation that even sends Meathook Jim strolling down memory lane. If you're already checking out the hardware and craft stores for Halloween decorations, then you'll want to listen in. All this, plus so much more. We hid the body, but you will become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOWFeatured Music Calabrese - Ghostwolves Gargantua - Black Lagoon The Independents - Walking Dead

As we enter into July and anxiously keep our fingers crossed about haunt season 2020, the Big Scary Show is keeping you up to date on everything. Badger brings you the latest in Deadline News, Storm rants about haunts canceling their seasons this year in a Haunt Minute, Meathook Jim talks about burial practices in Germany, and Jerry Vayne brings us a trio of tunes to keep you mind on Halloween as you keep building, painting, clearing out, and readying your haunts for Fall.Vysther continues his countdown with part 3 of "The Horror of it All", and there's a brand new Gruesome Giveaway for July. Let's see if YOU can be a winner this month.The Roundtable of Terror talks with three new haunt owners going into their second year of ownership in what looks to be a very interesting season. If you've ever considered opening a haunted attraction, this would be a good Roundtable to tune into. All this, plus so much more.We hid the body, but you will become an accomplice just by listening to........the BIG SCARY SHOW.Featured Music:Charred walls of the Dammed - Avoid the Light Shadow Symphony - Waiting in the Air Sinister Symphonies - The Doll House

As Summer approaches, the (g)hosts are gathered around the Roundtable of Terror, deep in the dungeons of the Big Scary Show studio, where we have offered up seats to the three 20+ year veterans of the haunt industry. John Denley, Ricky Dick, and Cliff Martin join us to share stories, overcoming hardships, and doing what it takes to run a lasting haunted attraction.Badger brings us the latest Deadline News, Storm rants on, in a Haunt Minute, Meathook Jim looks at Scottish Funeral Rites in Between the Corpses, The Hauntstrumentalist spins the spooky tunes, and Vysther is back with Part 2 of the Horror of it All.And Now you can find us on many more podcast outlets, Including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, and even on Amazon AlexaWe hid the body, but you will become an accomplice, just by listening to…The Big Scary Show!

As we continue to hunker down and ride out the pandemic, as well as dealing with nationwide protests and rioting, is there ANY good news that a haunter can look forward to? The answer is absolutely “YES”. Last weekend the Salt Lake Fear Factory in Salt Lake City, UT ran it’s ‘Halfway to Halloween event and many people in the industry are waiting to find out how it went. Owners Heidi and Rob Dunfield and manager Spencer Terry sit down with the 4 (g)hosts at the Roundtable of Terror to discuss what went right and what…didn’t If you’re a haunt owner, you NEED to listen to this very important conversation.