Show notes
A first-hand review of Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas, as Jim Hill and Eric Hersey explore Universal’s bold attempt to bring Halloween Horror Nights to a permanent, year-round venue. Recording from the Luxor, the duo walks through their entire experience - from navigating Area 15 to stepping inside each house, scare zone, and live show. Eric takes on his very first full-scale Universal horror event, while Jim offers behind-the-scenes insight into how these scares are created and why they work so well. The result is a detailed, honest review of what may be the future of Universal’s horror business.HIGHLIGHTS• Full review of Universal Horror Unleashed, including location, layout, and how it compares to traditional Halloween Horror Nights• Texas Chainsaw Massacre house breakdown and why it’s a brutal first experience for newcomers• Scarecrow: The Reaping and how Universal balances original concepts with established horror IP• How “boo holes,” misdirection, and 90-second pulsing create a more intense, personal scare experience• Interactive elements including roaming characters, tarot readings, themed bars, and the Jack the Clown live showHOSTS• Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com• Eric Hersey - IG: @erichersey | X: @erichersey | Website: strongmindedagency.comFOLLOW• Facebook: JimHillMediaNews• Instagram: JimHillMedia• TikTok: JimHillMediaSUPPORTSupport the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia.PRODUCTION CREDITSEdited by Dave GreyProduced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded AgencyIf you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices



