The Dark Carousel Podcast
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 horror, finding identity in performance, and building a family out of fear. This isn’t just entertainment, it' a passion, a legacy, and a tribute to the misfits who make the monsters come alive.
Episodes
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 mo...
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 pa...
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 (a...
In this powerful continuation, The Dark Carousel Podcast dives deeper into the firestorm that forged one of the most unforgettable forces in the haunt world — Slider Jesus.
Part 2 reveals the man behind the sparks — not just the flames from his knees or the chaos of his slides, but the pain, perseverance, and purpose that created the legend. From personal loss to personal power, this episode uncovers the emotional core of a char...
Cory and Kimberly are two of Land of Illusion’s most passionate and enduring trail actors, known for their relentless energy, chilling performances, and deep-rooted love for the haunt community. With years of dedication poured into the woods of Middletown, Ohio, they’ve transformed screams into art and fear into family. Their journey goes beyond blood and masks, it’s about finding identity, healing through horror, and building a le...
Step into this dark world — where the chainsaws scream and the monsters don’t blink.
In this episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we sit down with the ruthless duo of Mickey Jackson and Mike Mateikat, two powerhouse haunters from Land of Illusion in Middletown, Ohio. From their bloody beginnings to the legacy they’re carving out in the haunt world, nothing is off-limits.
We dive deep into their characters, the secrets behind...
FrankenFuel”
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In this electrifying episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we sit down with Mike—the brilliant mind behind @FrankenFuel, the energy drink that’s shocking the haunt world and beyond. From his roots in fear to launching a brand that tastes like adrenaline and chaos, Mike shares an amazing story of passion, grit, and monstrous creativity.
His love for horror, innovation, and the haunt community shines through in...
Step into the shadows with us as we welcome the fierce and unforgettable Dani Panik , a 16+ veteran of the haunt industry and the creative force behind the wardrobe magic at 13th Floor Haunted House Chicago. In this emotionally raw and empowering episode, Dani shares her journey from first-time scare actor to Senior Wardrobe Manager, opening up about the sacrifices, transformation, and personal growth that haunting has brought into...
In this chilling first installment of our 4-part series on the legendary Middletown Haunted Trail at Land of Illusion, we sit down with two standout haunt performers — Josh and Austin. Known for their wild energy, unmatched passion, and unforgettable scares, these two bring the chaos to life every season. From behind-the-scenes stories to hilarious haunt moments, this episode dives deep into what makes them such crowd favorites. Ge...
On this chilling episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, Arthur and Steve sit down with the one and only Chuckles the Clown!!! A haunting icon who’s spent years transforming laughter into fear and trauma into terror. But behind the red nose and razor-sharp smile lies a story drenched in heart, grit, and pure haunt passion.
Chuckles opens up like never before, sharing her origin story, her first time stepping into the fog, and ...
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🎺 LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, BOYS AND GHOULS…
Grab your popcorn and hold your breath as the Dark Carousel rolls into a twisted tent of terror! This week’s center ring belongs to none other than the loud-laughin’, axe-swingin’, chaos-bringin’ clown duo: VORTEX & SLINKY (SLORTEX!) from Spooky World Presents Nightmare New England
Join Arthur and Steve as they peel back the curtain on the glitter and gore to r...
This week, the carousel grinds to a halt for only one soul… and her name is Mischief.
Step into the fire-lit fog as Arthur and Steve face their most chaotic and chilling guest yet—Kelsey Livengood, better known in the haunt world as Mischief the Clown. With her devilish smile, blood-red makeup, and a reputation that haunts both sides of the funhouse mirror, Mischief is more than just a clown—she’s a phenomenon.
From crawling through ...
On this chilling episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we have the honor of welcoming one of the most respected and revered icons in the haunt industry—Eddie “Bone Daddy” McLaurin, the visionary mastermind behind Woods of Terror in Greensboro, North Carolina.
With over 30 years of dedication, creativity, and raw passion, Eddie has transformed a haunted stretch of farmland into a legendary Halloween destination—one that draws thousan...
Step right up, freaks and fiends—this week’s episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast is not for the coulrophobic. We’re diving headfirst into the neon nightmare with the one and only Cody Wilmot, the creative genius behind the Killer Klowns Haunted Attraction at Land of Illusion in Middletown, Ohio.
From twisted circus tents to blood-drenched big tops, Cody takes us behind the greasepaint to explore what it takes to bring this chao...
In this thrilling bonus episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we welcome Heather Doggett to discuss a groundbreaking innovation that’s redefining fear inside the haunt industry.
With real-time biometric tracking, audiences can now compete with their friends to see who gets the most scared. Attraction owners get instant dashboards showing up-to-the-minute scare data, and even haunt staff compete to deliver the most intense fright...
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In this bone-chilling installment of The Dark Carousel Podcast, Arthur and Steve descend into the haunted halls of Brighton Asylum for an exclusive, unfiltered interview with the ghostly icon herself — The Brighton Banshee.
She’s more than a scream. She’s a symbol of torment, transformation, and terror. For the first time, the voice behind the shriek steps into the light to share the dark origin story of he...
What does it take to become unforgettable inside the fog? In this episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, Arthur (Snagz) and Steve (Mr. Sweets) rip open the guts of character creation and show you what really goes into building a haunt persona that sticks in guests’ minds long after the screams stop.
From twisted backstories and blood-soaked costumes to psychological triggers and movement that disturbs, this one’s for the diehard ...
On this episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, the guys sit down with the one and only Dinn Widdie Da Clown—a standout haunt actor from Laurel’s House of Horror, located at 935 Fairlawn Ave, Laurel, MD 20707. Dinn Widdie dives deep into how he first stepped into the haunt world, what the industry means to him, and shares some of his most unforgettable moments behind the makeup.
So buckle up and brace yourself—this ride through the Da...
In this episode, we rip into the passion behind haunting—from blood-soaked haunt actors to the artists who sculpt fear with makeup. This is our ritual, our obsession, our family. Welcome to the macabre beauty of the scare.
Snagz hits North Dakota to stir up the haunt scene while Mr. Sweets crashes Sonic Temple with pure chaos. MR. Sweets and Snagz dive into the thrill of being hunters — whether stalking scares in a haunt or chasing the next adrenaline rush.
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