This week on Working the Fright Shift, I shine a spotlight on Jamie Weisgerber, the creative force behind Samhain’s Lot, one of Southern California’s most beloved and meticulously crafted home haunts. Jamie’s passion for Halloween, his...

Stepping into Working the Fright Shift this week is Jonathan Casco, the talented creator behind The Hauntline, a series that provides exciting live streams as well as documentary‑style explorations to chronicle the artistry, history, a...

We dive into the wonderfully twisted world of Adam and Jess Dollins of AdamJessFX, the creative duo turning imagination into creatures, characters, and uncanny practical effects that feel startlingly alive. We outline their journey from immersi...

Arriving with a force all his own, Karl O’Connor joins Working the Fright Shift to talk about The Nightmare Realm, the internationally acclaimed Irish scream park known for its cinematic worlds and boundary‑pushing approach to fear. As...

This week on Working the Fright Shift, I sit down with Claire Dunlap, co‑creator of Midsummer Scream and Spooky Swap Meet, and one of the most influential producers shaping the modern Halloween fan experience. Claire has helped build s...

Season 2 of Working the Fright Shift launches with this week’s Fear Architects, who are none other than the legendary Midnight Syndicate — the duo whose dark, orchestral soundtracks have defined the atmosphere of Halloween for...

Season 2 of Working the Fright Shift continues its exploration of the people and ideas shaping Halloween themed entertainment. Hosted by Ted Dougherty—award‑winning author, writer, and director for Halloween themed experiences—the podc...

This creepy holiday bonus is wrapped in shadows and delivered straight to your ears as a gift of terror filled with fun frights!In The Horror Blueprint, we chart a twisted subgenre where eerie spirits gather at your door, caroling with ...

In our Season 1 finale of Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by legendary scare actor and horror makeup artist Anthony Dalbis, our featured Fear Architect whose transformative characters and grotesque creations have stalke...

This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by Salem and Sleepy Hollow historian Dani October, our featured Fear Architect whose deep dives into witch trials, folklore, and haunted heritage have cast a spell over schol...

This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by Shawn and Carmelle Marshall, the dynamic duo behind Parks and Cons, our featured Fear Architects whose tireless coverage of themed entertainment has become a lifeline for ...

This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by special effects technician Jacob Larson, our featured Fear Architect whose mechanical mayhem and gruesome ingenuity have powered some of the most unforgettable scares in t...

This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by media and haunt culture icon Hauntina, our featured Fear Architect whose digital presence has electrified the horror community with glam-gore tutorials, behind-the-scenes ...

This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by sound designer Dan Bieranowski, our featured Fear Architect whose sonic sorcery has rattled walls and spines across haunted attractions and immersive experiences. From gut...

This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by special effects horror artist Michael "Rib" Ribagin, our featured Fear Architect whose twisted creations have haunted stages, scream parks, and nightmares alike. As a mast...

This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by scare actor specialist and haunt industry legend Scott "Tater" Lynd, our featured Fear Architect with a scream resume that spans coast to coast. Known for his electrifying...

This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by travel and theme park connoisseur Carly Caramanna, our featured Fear Architect with a passport full of haunted thrills. As a respected journalist and expert in immersive e...

This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by Halloween scholar and scream-season sage Lisa Morton, our featured Fear Architect. As an acclaimed author and historian, Lisa has penned definitive works on the origins, e...

In this week’s Working the Fright Shift, we welcome legendary haunt visionary Jon Cooke as our featured Fear Architect—a creative force behind Plague Productions and a driving influence in the evolution of immersive horror.

Step into the shadowy world of Halloween-themed entertainment with Working the Fright Shiftwith Ted Dougherty, a captivating podcast that uncovers the artistry, history, and ingenuity behind the spine-tingling experiences that millions...