We’ve been waiting for Originals Week and it absolutely delivered. Over 5 days we got 4 major house announcements, kicking things off Monday with the long awaited return of H.R. Bloodengutz, followed by Madlands: Caged Cannibals, Cybergoria, and Invasion: Alien Abduction. From sci-fi terror to brutal gore to a twisted zoo nightmare? This year’s lineup is proving one thing fast: variety is the name of the game.   Links to all articles referenced in this episode   H.R. Bloodengutz Presents A Halloween Fright-tacular! https://bloody-disgusting.com/the-further/3956536/halloween-horror-nights-hr-bloodengutz-presents-halloween-frightacular/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSsHgxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFySzFIb2k5SE1yV1JvMHoyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHijaeHK--0ynzp5AsugEMzgOTvYjoxgagN6r9mimVYcfLftxYAkARAto4_Oo_aem_mKVB1DgzNrNjDO9isSDtDA   Madlands: Caged Cannibals  https://www.cinemablend.com/theme-parks/apocalyptic-zoo-universal-studios-orlando-halloween-horror-nights-2026-madlands-caged-cannibals-interview?fbclid=IwY2xjawSsHntleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFySzFIb2k5SE1yV1JvMHoyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjkH6rPLRhC8db6uYAF2bjEbaDVODoRqrlB1CC1nzh7jjK9-i7tq1bn4wzCt_aem_7ENQ5VlPWjdlZGYdTEMT2w   Cybergoria  https://gamerant.com/cybergoria-halloween-horror-nights-35-interview/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSsHpVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFySzFIb2k5SE1yV1JvMHoyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhj1NHO0G-raKxqw31RbHYsqc3Zd9QjvBuSjVzq1vfYEHAr9eCVfMBISzZ7C_aem_AcFi2AwA2ez0AjikPnUxeg   Invasion: Alien Abduction  https://nerdist.com/article/invasion-alien-abduction-halloween-horror-nights-2026-interview-deep-dive-exclusive/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSsHrBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFySzFIb2k5SE1yV1JvMHoyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHptyzD5B-Pr8RzdsAWHY7lIQvsIVwIdfvXqGGvwjiFxooPzHUDRNxxGW-qUQ_aem_VXLGww0DkfpMG_URrIS-_g

Everyone asked for another announcement, and we got it! Stranger Things and the Upside Down are making their return (yet again) to Halloween Horror Nights this fall! With Season 5 leaving some fans divided, will the fourth trip to Hawkins produce different results, or are we in for more of the same? We’ll find out in August, but for now we’re breaking down everything we know about the announcement and hearing from the most important people… YOU! We got a ton of call-ins and did our best to get through as many as possible, so grab a drink and join us as we head back to the Upside Down one more time.

IT'S HAPPENING! Visible construction for HHN35 has officially begun at Universal Orlando, which means speculation season is in full swing. This week, we're breaking down everything showing up around the parks, what it could mean for this year's event, and discussing what might be the most random rumor we've heard all season. Plus, we take a quick trip back to Carey, Ohio. A location longtime HHN fans know all too well and one that could be returning once again if the latest rumors hold true. The fog is getting closer, HHN35 is starting to take shape, and we're here to overanalyze every detail.

The Smokestack Twins are OFFICIALLY coming to Halloween Horror Nights 35 this August! We got our first IP announcement and it started with a BANG! Bringing in the film with the MOST Oscar nominations in history with a staggering 16 nominations! Are you ready to enter Club Juke and come face to face with Remmick and his merry band of vampires? This one has all the makings of an instant classic; music, atmosphere, vampires and absolute chaos. HHN35 is already looking STACKED. What scene are you hoping makes it into the house?

This week we are joined by a very special guest: Ryan from Fortheloveofthemeparks!  Ryan should be your go to page for all things theme park history, so we figured it was only right to dive into some Halloween Horror Nights history with him! In the past we’ve covered the legendary HHN Icons, but since then we’ve gotten plenty of new characters along the way. Some that fans may not know as well, and others that have been almost completely forgotten over time. This week we’re digging into the overlooked, forgotten, and underrated characters of HHN history and giving them the spotlight they deserve. Also we made a MAJOR announcement for an upcoming event in August so this is NOT the episode to miss!

We asked and you answered! This week on the podcast, we handed the keys over to YOU and asked told us you wanted us to build our own Halloween Horror Nights. So we did exactly that. Each of us created our own full HHN event from the ground up complete with a central theme, icon, a lineup of original houses, select IP houses, scare zones, and even a live show concept to tie it all together.  Now the question is simple: who built the strongest event?

Welcome back to The Spookeasy! Where the drinks are strong and the scares are stronger!   This week, we’re pouring up another wild one in Weapons. Pour yourself something stiff as we unpack the mystery, the mayhem, and the unsettling threads that tie this film together. From its chilling atmosphere to the performances that keep you on edge, we’re breaking down what makes Weapons hit with precision and linger long after the final shot.   Whether you’re a seasoned horror fan or just searching for your next intense watch, grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us inside The Spookeasy. All creatures of the night are welcome. 👉 Like, subscribe, and ring the bell so you don’t miss future pours of horror content 🎧 Available wherever you get your podcasts 📲 Follow us on social for all your horror and HHN talk needs

What happens when some of Halloween Horror Nights’ most iconic originals collide? In this episode, we’re diving into some HHN mashups we need to see come to life. From fan favorite legends crossing paths to unexpected worlds blending into one terrifying experience, we’re building our dream lineup of houses that would break the event in the best way possible.

What would your HHN dream lineup look like if luck decided it? This week we’re playing a Deal or No Deal style game to build our 10 house lineups! Every round, we pick a number 1 through 5 which each represent a house on a list made for us by another person. Like the pick? Lock it in. Don’t? Pick again and risk something worse. The catch is your final pick is locked no matter what. Safe plays or risky moves… who built the best lineup?

The Easter Egg Hunt has finally paid off! The newest HHN35 Speculation Map is here! We’re breaking down every detail, connection, and hidden hint packed into this year’s map. What houses are starting to take shape? Which rumors just got stronger? And did any surprises pop up? Tune in as we dive deep into the madness, react to the reveals, and speculate on what HHN35 might have in store.