Some people spend years finding a character that truly fits them. Others step into the fog and somehow make it look like they’ve been doing it forever.

This week, we’re joined by Spaz the Clown, a rising haunt performer who’s only been in the industry for a short time but is already making a name for herself with an unforgettable character, incredible energy, and a passion that can’t be taught. We dive into where it all began, the inspiration behind Spaz, the challenges of creating a believable clown, and what drives someone to willingly become the thing hiding in your nightmares. Because, naturally, that’s considered a perfectly reasonable hobby.

From heartfelt moments and behind-the-scenes stories to the excitement of building a haunt career from the ground up, this episode proves that experience isn’t measured only in years. Sometimes it’s measured in dedication, creativity, and the impact you leave on every guest who walks through your scene.

If you’re a haunter, a horror fan, or someone chasing a dream of your own, this is one episode you won’t want to miss.

Step into the spotlight and prepare for a broadcast unlike anything you’ve ever seen.

On this episode of The Dark Carousel Podcast, we welcome the unforgettable duo bakR and Sadie Slaughter, two incredibly talented haunters whose hauntingly original characters have captivated audiences with their eerie 1950s-inspired performances. From bakR’s unsettling vintage broadcaster complete with his iconic APPLAUSE box to Sadie Slaughter’s chilling mannequin-like presence, these characters are far more than costumes. They are years of creativity, passion, dedication, and relentless refinement brought to life.

Join Arthur and Steve as they dive deep into the stories behind the makeup, the masks, and the madness. We explore how these unforgettable characters were created, the sacrifices made along the way, the challenges of staying fresh in the haunt industry, and the moments that reminded them why they fell in love with haunting in the first place.

This isn’t just a conversation about scary characters. It’s about the people behind them, the passion that fuels them, and the journey that transformed imagination into living nightmares.

If you’ve ever wondered what it truly takes to become an unforgettable haunter, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Some episodes are planned.

This one was pure chaos.

The Dark Carousel Podcast packed up, hit the road, and traveled all the way to Laurel, Maryland, to surprise the incredible cast and crew of Laurel’s House of Horror. What started as a road trip quickly turned into one of our favorite experiences yet.

We sat down with the talented actors, actresses, makeup artists, and the passionate people who bring this legendary haunt to life, hearing the stories behind the masks, the dedication behind every scare, and what keeps them coming back year after year.

This episode isn’t just about a haunted attraction. It’s about family, passion, creativity, and the people who make the haunt industry one of the most unique communities in the world.

Climb aboard the Dark Carousel and experience the laughs, the memories, and the heart behind one unforgettable visit to Laurel’s House of Horror.

🎙️ Never Stop Spinning.