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Episode 119-Texas Haunters Convention 2026 Recap Released 08 August 2026 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Keoni and Leslie had an amazing time at Texas Haunters Convention and met a ton of cool people. Listen now to hear interviews with many of the attendees we met. From Haunt owners and actors, or bloggers, podcasters and of course, home haunters, Texas Haunters came out in force! Resources…
Episode 118-Live from Texas Haunters Convention 2026 Released 19 July 2026 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed We had a blast at Texas Haunters Convention and streamed a live show from booth 322. This is the recording of that livestream. If you want to see the video, check out our YouTube page at https://youtube.com/live/XhpdtA-EqsU. Resources mentioned during this episode: Here are the…
Episode 117-Haunt Actor Training with Drew Badger Released 15 July 2026 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Its time to start thinking about how you will staff your haunt, and whoever you bring in to help can benefit from training. Experienced Haunt Actor and Owner of Rabid Badger Haunt Consulting (not to mention host of the Big Scary Show), Drew Badger is here to talk all about actors.…
Episode 116-Community Sponsorship Released 02 July 2026 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed As we continue our march toward Halloween 2026, we want to find a way to engage local businesses and organizations to start building a support structure in the community. Come brainstorm with us and take some ideas back to your own community. Resources mentioned during this episode: See the…
Episode 115-SCE 26 Layout II Released 15 June 2026 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed We've had so many guests and events on that we haven't talked about the haunt in while. So lets catch up on where we're at with our build, and examine the layout we have developed. Resources mentioned during this episode: See the layout here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlsWSaRtMZ/ Chamber of Haunters Website:…
Episode 114-Social Media Marketing with Daveah Released 01 June 2026 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed If you want people to come to your haunt, they need to hear about it, and social media is an effective tool to help. We're excited to welcome back the Marketing Director for Athens Scream Park, Daveah, to talk all about her social media marketing techniques. Resources mentioned during this…
Episode 113-ECHC 26 Recap Released 15 May 26 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Keoni attended the East Coast Haunters Convention in Oaks, PA on 25 April and met a ton of really cool people. Hear about all his exploits here! Resources mentioned during this episode: S4 Lights: https://s4lights.com/ NextFriend AI: https://nextfriend.ai/ Fear Imagined: https://fearimagined.com/ Reapers Harvest:…
Episode 112-April Fools Shenanigans (Finally) Released 01 May 2026 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy April Fools! It took 30 days for the prank to come to fruition, but its finally here! We take a break from haunting and just have a good time with some ridiculous shenanigans. Come relax with us for an hour and then we'll get back to work. Resources mentioned during this episode:…
Episode 111-Building a Business Plan Released 15 April 2026 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy Tax Day! To celebrate such an auspicious holiday we're talking about developing a business plan for your haunt. If you dream of going pro one day like we do, you want to listen to this discussion! Resources mentioned during this episode: Small Business Administration:…
Episode 110-Hauntcycling 101 Released 14 March 2026 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Haunters are some of the most creative people we know. Finding the most ingenious ways to repurpose garbage into the stuff that make nightmares. Come along with the hosts as they talk the basics of Hauntcycling. Resources mentioned during this episode: Home Haunters Award Show:…
Episode 109-Hauntfest 2026 Preview with Roseann Harpold Released 01 March 2026 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed We welcome back Roseann Harpold, owner of Hauntfest to talk about the multitude of events they have planned for 2026. Whether you like shopping, music, haunted houses, movies, or laser tag, theres a Hauntfest event for you! Check it out now! Resources mentioned during this…
Episode 108-Planning Halloween 26 Released 15 February 26 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed We hope you had a wonderful Valentines Day. We spent the time planning out the rest of the year developing a schedule for future podcast episodes and figuring out what we want to build this year. Check it out now! Resources mentioned during this episode: Chamber of Haunters Website:…
Episode 107-Happy New Year with Kimberley Grant Released 11 January 2026 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy New Year! We welcome back Ms. Kimberley Grant, President of the Chamber of Haunters to talk about the exciting new plans the Chamber has in store for 2026. From education to new programs, a simplified membership program and the reintroduction of the Magazine and the Chamber Bowl, 2026…
Episode 106-Athens Scream Park Post‑Mortem Released 21 December 2025 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy Hannukah and Merry Christmas! We invited back Breck and Eli from Athens Scream Park and they brought along a few of their friends. Join the Haunting U Hosts along with special guests Breck, Eli, Daveah, Rea, and Tori as they discuss their 2025 haunt season. Resources mentioned during this…
Episode 105-2025 Post Mortem from Leslie's Basement Released 27 November 2025 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy Thanksgiving! The Haunting U Hosts are thankful for the opportunity to gather in Leslie's basement to debrief Halloween 2025, sharing behind-the-scenes stories about builds, camera footage, child actors, costumes, soundscapes, marketing, and more. They recap lessons learned and…
Episode 104-Campfire Stories 4 Released 31 October 2025 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy Halloween! We are celebrating by reading four classic spooky stories and poems that are sure to fill you with thrills and chills. Get in the mood for tonight's festivities with our latest set of Campfire Stories. Resources mentioned during this episode: Haunting U can be found at…
Episode 103-Weatherproofing Your Haunt Released 20 October 2025 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed This episode covers the challenges of opening a charity haunted yard in October, including troubleshooting an RFID-based ghost hunt, using AI for prop inspiration, and detailed, practical advice on weatherproofing: securing tents, anchoring tombstones, protecting electronics, and preparing for rain,…
Episode 102-Athens Scream Park 2025 Preview Released 27 September 2025 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Hosts Leslie Reed and Keoni Hutton sit down with Breck Avenmarch and Eli Weiss, co-owners of Athens Scream Park, to discuss the final preparations for their new haunted trail in Gloucester, Ohio. They cover theme and backstory, construction and sound challenges on an outdoor paintball field,…
Episode 101-HAH The Event Recap & Halloween Preps Released 07 September 2025 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Sorry we're late! We've been super busy getting the haunt ready for opening. Hear all about it in this episode while we sprinkle in some of the best moments from HAH the Event III. Resources mentioned during this episode: Haunters Against Hate The Event:…
Episode 100-Live from Haunters Against Hate The Event III Released 09 August 2025 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Keoni and Leslie host a live podcast from the show floor at Haunters Against Hate the Event III. This unedited cut is straight from the ballroom at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Louisville, KY. If you'd like to see the video version, check out our YouTube channel.…
Episode 99-What's in a Facade? Released 04 August 2025 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy Coast Guard Day! August is upon us and its time to start constructing our Home Haunt. Come explore the exciting world of haunted house construction, detailing plans for creating a captivating facade and incorporating innovative designs using materials like plywood and foam. We'll navigate…
Episode 98-Texas Haunters Convention Preview Released 20 July 2025 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed With less than 100 days till Halloween, the pressure is on, but there's excitement in the air we prepare for the Texas Haunters Convention. Special guest Scott, Marketing Coordinator for Texas Haunters Convention joins to discuss the upcoming event, promising a bigger-than-ever experience with…
Episode 97-Entertaining Your Guests Released 01 July 2025 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Join the crew of the Haunting U Podcast as they discuss the exhilarating developments at Sanguine Creek Estates. Explore interactive features that promise to elevate the experience—ranging from the Hide and Shriek game using RFID technology to backlit Wendigo silhouettes inspired by creative…
Lunch & Learn Episode 1: Social Media Marketing Live Streamed: 07 June 2025 Recording Released: 07 June 2025 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Guests: Reid Lavalee, Tom Bergeron & Robert Nulton We're kicking off a new series with the Chamber of Haunters called Lunch and Learn sessions to highlight different aspects of operating your haunt. Bring your lunch and learn with us. Episode 1 features…
Episode 96-The Haunter's Toolbox-Part 2 Released 03 June 2025 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed In this episode of Haunting You Podcast, we delve into the second part of our Haunter's Toolbox series. Building upon the foundational episode 95, we explore a range of specialized tools that are essential for creating a haunted house, from electrical equipment to makeup supplies. Tune in…
Episode 95-The Haunter's Toolbox-Part 1 Released 24 May 2025 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Join hosts Keoni, John, and Leslie in the first installment of the Haunters Toolbox. With a mix of humor and practical advice, this episode is packed with recommendations for everything from basic toolkits and safety gear to practical equipment for construction your haunt. Whether you're a…
Episode 94-East Coast Haunters Convention Recap Released 04 May 2025 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy Star Wars Day! Dive into the discussion of this year's East Coast Haunters Convention held at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center. Discover a plethora of exciting new products, innovative ideas, and the camaraderie of fellow haunters. Expect fascinating insights into vendors'…
Episode 93-Planning Halloween 25 Released 01 April 2025 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Join the Haunting You podcast crew as they embark on an exciting journey to craft an unforgettable haunted experience for 2025. In this episode, they delve into the intricate planning required to build a professional-level haunt, exploring themes, backstories, and the spooky elements that will…
Episode 92-Hauntfest April Ghouls Preview with Roseann Harpold Released 02 March 2025 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed We're kicking off our coverage of convention season by catching up with Roseann Harpold of Hauntfest. Come hear about the plans she has for Hauntfest April Ghouls scheduled for April 4-6 in Athens, GA, and expansion plans for the rest of 2025. Resources mentioned during this…
Episode 91-Happy New Year with Robert Nulton Released 01 February 2025 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy New Year! We're back with Robert Nulton, President of the Chamber of Haunters to celebrate the Chambers 5th anniversary and talk about the exciting changes in store for 2025. Resources mentioned during this episode: Hidden Screams Haunted Attraction:…
Episode 90-A Haunters Christmas List Released 16 December 2024 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy Holidays! Here we share a hearty list of haunter-friendly holiday gifts, ensuring you have the best ideas for the haunter in your life. Whether you're a haunter or just looking for some holiday cheer, this episode has something for everyone. Resources mentioned during this episode:…
Episode 89.5-Wicked Review Released 15 December 2024 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed As we were recording Episode 90, Leslie and Keoni got sidetracked discussing the new Wicked movie for over 45 minutes..... Since it would have resulted in a 2.5 hour episode, we decided to break the Wicked discussion out as a separate Bonus episode so we don't bore the people who couldn't care less…
Episode 89-Halloween 24 Recap Released 27 November 2024 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed The haunt season is over, most of the clean up is done, and we're getting ready for turkey. Escape from your relatives this Thanksgiving and spend an hour with us reflecting on the 2024 haunt season and looking ahead to 2025. Resources mentioned during this episode: Haunting U can be found at…
Episode 88-Campfire Stories 3 Released 31 October 2024 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy Halloween! We are celebrating by reading four classic spooky stories and poems that are sure to fill you with thrills and chills. Get in the mood for tonight's festivities with a whole new set of Campfire Stories. Resources mentioned during this episode: Haunting U can be found at…
Episode 87-Haunting Pitfalls Released 01 October 2024 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed As October rolls in, the team dives deep into the trials and tribulations of setting up home haunts. Discover how the team navigated through unexpected pitfalls, the creative solutions they employed, and how these experiences have shaped their haunting strategies today. Resources mentioned during…
Episode 86-Community Partnerships Released 15 September 2024 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed With just days before the first haunts open in the United States, the team shares their progress, challenges, and a few unexpected twists along the way. Listen in as they discuss the importance of community partnerships and how they’ve successfully collaborated with local organizations, food…
Episode 85-Ghostly How To's Released 01 September 2024 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Join John, Keoni, and Leslie as they dive deep into the world of ghostly decorations, offering a treasure trove of ideas to bring your haunted estate to life. Whether you're a seasoned haunter or a Halloween newbie, this episode is packed with valuable insights and spooky fun. Resources mentioned…
Episode 84-SCE 24 Planning Phase Released 15 August 2024 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed With less than 100 days to go until Halloween, Keoni and Leslie jump into the Planning Phase for Sanguine Creek Estates 2024. Follow along our brainstorming session and see how you can apply it to your own haunt! Resources mentioned during this episode: Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/…
Episode 83-We're Back Released 01 August 2024 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Welcome back to the Haunted View Podcast! After months of chaos, our team reunites with a flurry of laughter and off-topic discussions. From moving across the country to thrilling travels and unexpected adventures, we catch up on life's latest twists and turns. Resources mentioned during this episode:…
Episode 82-Ghost House Plannin g24 Released 08 May 2024 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Its time to shift away from convention season and start planning for Halloween. We welcome Annette Bergdahl, President of the Candlelighters in Fremont, CA to talk about their plans for the next Ghost House. Resources mentioned during this episode: Candlelighters: https://candlelighters.com/ News…
Episode 81-Live From Fear Expo 2024 Live Streamed 14 Apr 2024 Released 17 Apr 2024 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed This is a special audio recording of the live stream we did from booth 707 on the tradeshow floor of Fear Expo 2024. If you would like to see the video of the recording check out our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKfqyNLj9hA Resources mentioned during…
Episode 80-Fear Expo 24 Preview Published 2 April 2024 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Welcome back Doug Sheldon, Owner of Fear Expo, scheduled for April 12th-14th in Owensboro, Kentucky who offers valuable insight into the events lined up during the expo and the Ultimate Haunt Tour. Resources mentioned during this episode: Fear Expo: https://fearexpolive.com/ Ultimate Haunt Tour:…
Episode 79-Hauntfest April Ghouls Preview with Roseann Harpold Published 1 March 2024 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed We're welcoming back Roseann Harpold, owner of Hauntfest with a preview of their upcoming festival April Ghouls, April 6-7 in Athens, GA. Whether you're a Halloween enthusiast, music lover, thrill-seeker, or simply a fan of captivating storytelling, this episode is a…
Episode 78-HauntCon Preview with Doug Sheldon Published 15 January 2024 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Welcome to Convention Season! We're kicking off our convention season coverage with Doug Sheldon, new owner of HauntCon which will be the first show of the year. Come hear all the exciting things that they have planned for Daytona Beach Feb 9-11. Resources mentioned during this episode:…
Episode 77-Happy 2024 with Robert Nulton Published 01 January 2024 Hosts: Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy New Year! We are back and excited to kick off 2024 with the President of the Chamber of Haunters, Robert Nulton who will fill us all in on the exciting initiatives that the Chamber has in store for this year. Resources mentioned during this episode: Haunting U can be found at…
Episode 76-Campfire Stories 2 Published 31 October 2023 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy Halloween! We're continuing the tradition we started last Halloween by sharing more of our favorite spooky stories. Enjoy the chills and thrills of Edgar Allen Poe, Alvin Schwartz, and Lu Xun. Resources mentioned during this episode: Haunting U can be found at www.hauntingu.com . Sanguine…
Episode 75 - Great Halloween Fright Fight Published 28 October 2023 Hosts: John Schelt & Leslie Reed We are super excited to welcome the Executive Producers of the Great Halloween Fright Fight on the podcast to talk about Season 2 and how YOU could be featured on a future episode. Check out Felicia Aaron-White and Brady Connell on the Haunting U Podcast and be sure to catch the final episode of…
Episode 74-Hollywood Horror Nights 2023 Published 05 October 2023 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed The stars finally aligned to allow Keoni to explore Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood. Check out our analysis of the 8 haunted houses, the life action Purge show and almost getting exterminated by giant cockroaches. Learn more about HHN at…
Episode 73-Midsummer Scream 2023 Recap Published 25 August 2023 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Keoni headed down to Long Beach for Midsummer Scream July 28-30. Come hear from the attendees and vendors to see all the excitement! Resources mentioned during this episode: Haunting U can be found at www.hauntingu.com . Sanguine Creek Estates: www.scehaunt.com Chamber of Haunters…
Episode 72-Summer Shenanigans Published 04 July 2023 Hosts: John Schelt, Keoni Hutton & Leslie Reed Happy Independence Day to everyone in the USA! We're celebrating this Summer with an episode of Shenanigans that will give you some insight into your favorite Haunting U hosts. Keep the builds going and have a wonderful Summer! Resources mentioned during this episode: Haunting U Podcast Magazine…
