web02.fireside.fm Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:20:09 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Sorgatron Media Master Feed - Episodes Tagged with “Katie Dudas” https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/tags/katie%20dudas Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media is producing a series of Podcasts in the Entertainment, Music, and Technology genres. This is a feed of everything we do on a weekly basis for an all inclusive collection. Includes: Wrestling Mayhem Show, AwesomeCast, Rambling Movie Minute, Boss Battle, Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, S'eclairer Chatterbox, Good Morning, WWE RAW Wraup Up, Midweek War, Wrestling Game Show and Specials! en-us episodic Sorgatron Media Sorgatron Media is producing a series of Podcasts in the Entertainment, Music, and Technology genres. This is a feed of everything we do on a weekly basis for an all inclusive collection. Includes: Wrestling Mayhem Show, AwesomeCast, Rambling Movie Minute, Boss Battle, Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, S'eclairer Chatterbox, Good Morning, WWE RAW Wraup Up, Midweek War, Wrestling Game Show and Specials! no Sorgatron Media mike@sorgatronmedia.com AwesomeCast 774: Artemis II Moon Mission, AI Chatbot Risks, Apple TikTok & LEGO Zelda https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/39091 38fea723-a16e-418a-8bba-6ebdcdf6ae5d Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media This week on AwesomeCast 774, Sorg, Katie, and Dave Podnar talk about the upcoming Artemis II moon mission, the surprisingly useful Heinz Verified restaurant map, and Chachi’s growing 3D printing Etsy shop. They also dig into a Stanford study on AI chatbot sycophancy, check out the What’s Up With That research assistant browser extension, react to Adobe Illustrator’s new 2D-to-3D Project Turntable, explore Apple’s TikTok mascot strategy, and get excited about LEGO Ocarina of Time sets. 1:01:01 no This week’s AwesomeCast brought together one of those classic mixes that makes the show so much fun: real tech questions, weird internet discoveries, nostalgic gaming talk, and a strong dose of Pittsburgh personality. Sorg, Katie, and Dave Podnar kick things off with their Awesome Things of the Week, and the lineup is wonderfully varied. Dave looks ahead to Artemis II, the upcoming crewed moon mission that will send astronauts beyond low Earth orbit for the first time in decades. The conversation covers how the mission works, why the far side of the moon still creates communication challenges, and why “just rebuilding Apollo” is not nearly as simple as some people assume. Katie’s pick is much closer to home, at least for Pittsburghers: Heinz Verified. The new site helps users find restaurants that serve Heinz ketchup, making it both practical and hilarious for anyone who has ever been personally offended by mystery catsup in a diner bottle. The crew immediately starts checking cities they’ll be traveling to and appreciates that users can nominate restaurants for inclusion. Sorg’s pick highlights Chachi’s 3D-printing Etsy shop, Plastic Fun Time. From the now-famous bag of Fs to the Rock Lobster and other fun prints, it’s a cool look at somebody taking a maker hobby and turning it into a real side business. It also turns into a broader appreciation for creative small-scale production and clever product design. The middle of the episode gets more serious with a discussion around a Stanford study on AI chatbot advice. Katie explains how researchers tested large language models against stories from the “Am I the Asshole?” subreddit and found that chatbots often validated problematic behavior more than humans did. That opens the door to a bigger conversation about AI agreeability, emotional dependency, digital literacy, and what it means when people begin treating chatbots like close confidants instead of tools. The AI thread continues with What’s Up With That, a browser extension built to help readers analyze articles, pull out new signals, simplify jargon, and better connect ideas across sources. For anyone doing research-heavy work, the crew sees real promise in the concept. On the creative side, Dave shares Adobe Illustrator’s Project Turntable, which can rotate 2D vector art in 3D space. That sparks a discussion about animation workflows, creative accessibility, and the kinds of production bottlenecks tools like this might reduce. The episode also finds time for ChannelSurfer.tv, a retro-TV style interface for YouTube, plus a look at Apple’s TikTok presence, where the company seems to be leaning into a Finder-inspired mascot to help explain macOS features in a more playful way. Dave also wraps up Women’s History Month by spotlighting several women who shaped space science, leading to a thoughtful discussion about visibility, representation, and why stories like these matter. And then, in true AwesomeCast fashion, the crew ends up hyped about LEGO Zelda sets, including Ocarina of Time: The Final Battle and the Great Deku Tree, prompting nostalgia, sticker shock, and renewed debate over whether Sorg finally needs to properly play Ocarina of Time. If you like your tech podcasts with equal parts curiosity, commentary, and chaos, this is a great episode. Links from this episode Chachi’s Etsy shop / Plastic Fun Time https://www.etsy.com/shop/plasticfuntime/?etsrc=sdt Heinz Verified https://www.heinz.com/heinzverified Artemis II launch article https://www.wired.com/story/artemis-ii-countdown-how-and-when-to-watch-the-launch-of-the-manned-mission-to-the-moon/ Women who shaped our understanding of space https://womenshistory.si.edu/blog/five-women-who-shaped-our-understanding-space Channel Surfer https://channelsurfer.tv/?ch=14 What’s Up With That https://whatsupwiththat.app/practice/ Adobe Illustrator Project Turntable article https://9to5mac.com/2026/03/30/adobe-illustrator-now-lets-you-rotate-2d-vectors-in-3d-space/ Apple on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@apple?r=1&t=ZP-959iBFWcaSN LEGO Ocarina of Time: The Final Battle https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/ocarina-of-time-the-final-battle-77093?cmp=PSO-FBIG-AMS-EN-RE-PO-LPV-LREXCLUSIVEPRODUCTLAUNCH-SHOP-HA-LkAd-PRS-AlwaysOn-GAMINGZP&utmcampaign=120242713322920054&utmcontent=120245958217060054&utmid=120242713322920054&utmmedium=paid&utmsource=fb&utm_term=120242713322930054 LEGO Great Deku Tree 2-in-1 https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/great-deku-tree-2-in-1-77092 AwesomeCast, AwesomeCast 774, Sorg, Katie Dudas, Dave Podnar, tech podcast, Pittsburgh podcast, Artemis II, NASA, moon mission, Heinz Verified, Heinz ketchup, Chachi, 3D printing, Etsy shop, Plastic Fun Time, Xbox, Epic Games layoffs, Nintendo, digital vs physical games, AI chatbots, AI sycophancy, Stanford study, ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek, Whats Up With That, browser extension, article analysis, Adobe Illustrator, Project Turntable, animation tools, ChannelSurfer, Apple TikTok, Finder mascot, Women’s History Month, Katherine Johnson, Nancy Grace Roman, Vera Rubin, Kalpana Chawla, Patricia Cowings, Hidden Figures, LEGO Zelda, Ocarina of Time, Great Deku Tree, gaming news, geek culture This week’s AwesomeCast brought together one of those classic mixes that makes the show so much fun: real tech questions, weird internet discoveries, nostalgic gaming talk, and a strong dose of Pittsburgh personality.

Sorg, Katie, and Dave Podnar kick things off with their Awesome Things of the Week, and the lineup is wonderfully varied. Dave looks ahead to Artemis II, the upcoming crewed moon mission that will send astronauts beyond low Earth orbit for the first time in decades. The conversation covers how the mission works, why the far side of the moon still creates communication challenges, and why “just rebuilding Apollo” is not nearly as simple as some people assume.

Katie’s pick is much closer to home, at least for Pittsburghers: Heinz Verified. The new site helps users find restaurants that serve Heinz ketchup, making it both practical and hilarious for anyone who has ever been personally offended by mystery catsup in a diner bottle. The crew immediately starts checking cities they’ll be traveling to and appreciates that users can nominate restaurants for inclusion.

Sorg’s pick highlights Chachi’s 3D-printing Etsy shop, Plastic Fun Time. From the now-famous bag of Fs to the Rock Lobster and other fun prints, it’s a cool look at somebody taking a maker hobby and turning it into a real side business. It also turns into a broader appreciation for creative small-scale production and clever product design.

The middle of the episode gets more serious with a discussion around a Stanford study on AI chatbot advice. Katie explains how researchers tested large language models against stories from the “Am I the Asshole?” subreddit and found that chatbots often validated problematic behavior more than humans did. That opens the door to a bigger conversation about AI agreeability, emotional dependency, digital literacy, and what it means when people begin treating chatbots like close confidants instead of tools.

The AI thread continues with What’s Up With That, a browser extension built to help readers analyze articles, pull out new signals, simplify jargon, and better connect ideas across sources. For anyone doing research-heavy work, the crew sees real promise in the concept.

On the creative side, Dave shares Adobe Illustrator’s Project Turntable, which can rotate 2D vector art in 3D space. That sparks a discussion about animation workflows, creative accessibility, and the kinds of production bottlenecks tools like this might reduce.

The episode also finds time for ChannelSurfer.tv, a retro-TV style interface for YouTube, plus a look at Apple’s TikTok presence, where the company seems to be leaning into a Finder-inspired mascot to help explain macOS features in a more playful way.

Dave also wraps up Women’s History Month by spotlighting several women who shaped space science, leading to a thoughtful discussion about visibility, representation, and why stories like these matter.

And then, in true AwesomeCast fashion, the crew ends up hyped about LEGO Zelda sets, including Ocarina of Time: The Final Battle and the Great Deku Tree, prompting nostalgia, sticker shock, and renewed debate over whether Sorg finally needs to properly play Ocarina of Time.

If you like your tech podcasts with equal parts curiosity, commentary, and chaos, this is a great episode.

Links from this episode
Chachi’s Etsy shop / Plastic Fun Time
https://www.etsy.com/shop/plasticfuntime/?etsrc=sdt
Heinz Verified
https://www.heinz.com/heinzverified
Artemis II launch article
https://www.wired.com/story/artemis-ii-countdown-how-and-when-to-watch-the-launch-of-the-manned-mission-to-the-moon/
Women who shaped our understanding of space
https://womenshistory.si.edu/blog/five-women-who-shaped-our-understanding-space
Channel Surfer
https://channelsurfer.tv/?ch=14
What’s Up With That
https://whatsupwiththat.app/practice/
Adobe Illustrator Project Turntable article
https://9to5mac.com/2026/03/30/adobe-illustrator-now-lets-you-rotate-2d-vectors-in-3d-space/
Apple on TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@apple?_r=1&_t=ZP-959iBFWcaSN
LEGO Ocarina of Time: The Final Battle
https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/ocarina-of-time-the-final-battle-77093?cmp=PSO-FBIG-AMS-EN-RE-PO-LPV-LR_EXCLUSIVE_PRODUCT_LAUNCH-SHOP-HA-LkAd-PRS-Always_On-GAMINGZ_P&utm_campaign=120242713322920054&utm_content=120245958217060054&utm_id=120242713322920054&utm_medium=paid&utm_source=fb&utm_term=120242713322930054
LEGO Great Deku Tree 2-in-1
https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/great-deku-tree-2-in-1-77092

]]> This week’s AwesomeCast brought together one of those classic mixes that makes the show so much fun: real tech questions, weird internet discoveries, nostalgic gaming talk, and a strong dose of Pittsburgh personality.

Sorg, Katie, and Dave Podnar kick things off with their Awesome Things of the Week, and the lineup is wonderfully varied. Dave looks ahead to Artemis II, the upcoming crewed moon mission that will send astronauts beyond low Earth orbit for the first time in decades. The conversation covers how the mission works, why the far side of the moon still creates communication challenges, and why “just rebuilding Apollo” is not nearly as simple as some people assume.

Katie’s pick is much closer to home, at least for Pittsburghers: Heinz Verified. The new site helps users find restaurants that serve Heinz ketchup, making it both practical and hilarious for anyone who has ever been personally offended by mystery catsup in a diner bottle. The crew immediately starts checking cities they’ll be traveling to and appreciates that users can nominate restaurants for inclusion.

Sorg’s pick highlights Chachi’s 3D-printing Etsy shop, Plastic Fun Time. From the now-famous bag of Fs to the Rock Lobster and other fun prints, it’s a cool look at somebody taking a maker hobby and turning it into a real side business. It also turns into a broader appreciation for creative small-scale production and clever product design.

The middle of the episode gets more serious with a discussion around a Stanford study on AI chatbot advice. Katie explains how researchers tested large language models against stories from the “Am I the Asshole?” subreddit and found that chatbots often validated problematic behavior more than humans did. That opens the door to a bigger conversation about AI agreeability, emotional dependency, digital literacy, and what it means when people begin treating chatbots like close confidants instead of tools.

The AI thread continues with What’s Up With That, a browser extension built to help readers analyze articles, pull out new signals, simplify jargon, and better connect ideas across sources. For anyone doing research-heavy work, the crew sees real promise in the concept.

On the creative side, Dave shares Adobe Illustrator’s Project Turntable, which can rotate 2D vector art in 3D space. That sparks a discussion about animation workflows, creative accessibility, and the kinds of production bottlenecks tools like this might reduce.

The episode also finds time for ChannelSurfer.tv, a retro-TV style interface for YouTube, plus a look at Apple’s TikTok presence, where the company seems to be leaning into a Finder-inspired mascot to help explain macOS features in a more playful way.

Dave also wraps up Women’s History Month by spotlighting several women who shaped space science, leading to a thoughtful discussion about visibility, representation, and why stories like these matter.

And then, in true AwesomeCast fashion, the crew ends up hyped about LEGO Zelda sets, including Ocarina of Time: The Final Battle and the Great Deku Tree, prompting nostalgia, sticker shock, and renewed debate over whether Sorg finally needs to properly play Ocarina of Time.

If you like your tech podcasts with equal parts curiosity, commentary, and chaos, this is a great episode.

Links from this episode
Chachi’s Etsy shop / Plastic Fun Time
https://www.etsy.com/shop/plasticfuntime/?etsrc=sdt
Heinz Verified
https://www.heinz.com/heinzverified
Artemis II launch article
https://www.wired.com/story/artemis-ii-countdown-how-and-when-to-watch-the-launch-of-the-manned-mission-to-the-moon/
Women who shaped our understanding of space
https://womenshistory.si.edu/blog/five-women-who-shaped-our-understanding-space
Channel Surfer
https://channelsurfer.tv/?ch=14
What’s Up With That
https://whatsupwiththat.app/practice/
Adobe Illustrator Project Turntable article
https://9to5mac.com/2026/03/30/adobe-illustrator-now-lets-you-rotate-2d-vectors-in-3d-space/
Apple on TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@apple?_r=1&_t=ZP-959iBFWcaSN
LEGO Ocarina of Time: The Final Battle
https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/ocarina-of-time-the-final-battle-77093?cmp=PSO-FBIG-AMS-EN-RE-PO-LPV-LR_EXCLUSIVE_PRODUCT_LAUNCH-SHOP-HA-LkAd-PRS-Always_On-GAMINGZ_P&utm_campaign=120242713322920054&utm_content=120245958217060054&utm_id=120242713322920054&utm_medium=paid&utm_source=fb&utm_term=120242713322930054
LEGO Great Deku Tree 2-in-1
https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/great-deku-tree-2-in-1-77092

]]> AwesomeCast 770: Silver Surfer Is the Original Flappy Bird https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/39077 c8db29a1-0ba5-46d2-8d74-1fdfce42eb0f Wed, 04 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0500 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Sorg, Katie, and Dave Podnar hit the week’s tech and geek headlines: Nintendo’s Virtual Boy revival on Switch, Apple’s latest product wave (including iPhone 17e and iPad Air updates), and a troubling report about Meta AI smart glasses and human review. Plus Dunkin’s giant drink bucket, MuppetVision in VR, Adobe’s AI video-editing experiments, Pokémon nostalgia gadgets, Xbox 1440p cloud streaming, a Marvel retro collection, and a Women’s History Month spotlight on Grace Hopper. 1:02:21 no Sorg, Katie, and Dave Podnar hit the week’s tech and geek headlines: Nintendo’s Virtual Boy revival on Switch, Apple’s latest product wave (including iPhone 17e and iPad Air updates), and a troubling report about Meta AI smart glasses and human review. Plus Dunkin’s giant drink bucket, MuppetVision in VR, Adobe’s AI video-editing experiments, Pokémon nostalgia gadgets, Xbox 1440p cloud streaming, a Marvel retro collection, and a Women’s History Month spotlight on Grace Hopper. Sorgatron, Katie Dudas, Dave Podnar, ProfPod, tech podcast, gadget podcast, tech news, Apple news, iPhone 17e, iPad Air M4, MacBook Air M5, MacBook Pro M5, MacBook Neo, A18 chip, Apple Intelligence, Nintendo Switch, Virtual Boy, Nintendo Classics, retro gaming, Pokémon, Pokémon music player, Pokémon collectibles, Xbox, Xbox Game Pass, cloud gaming, 1440p streaming, Apple TV gaming, Meta AI glasses, smart glasses privacy, AI moderation, data privacy, Adobe Firefly, AI video editing, Disney VR, Apple Vision Pro, MuppetVision 3D, Dunkin drink bucket, Marvel Maximum Collection, X-Men arcade, Women’s History Month, Grace Hopper, COBOL, computer history Sorg, Katie, and Dave Podnar hit the week’s tech and geek headlines: Nintendo’s Virtual Boy revival on Switch, Apple’s latest product wave (including iPhone 17e and iPad Air updates), and a troubling report about Meta AI smart glasses and human review. Plus Dunkin’s giant drink bucket, MuppetVision in VR, Adobe’s AI video-editing experiments, Pokémon nostalgia gadgets, Xbox 1440p cloud streaming, a Marvel retro collection, and a Women’s History Month spotlight on Grace Hopper.

]]> Sorg, Katie, and Dave Podnar hit the week’s tech and geek headlines: Nintendo’s Virtual Boy revival on Switch, Apple’s latest product wave (including iPhone 17e and iPad Air updates), and a troubling report about Meta AI smart glasses and human review. Plus Dunkin’s giant drink bucket, MuppetVision in VR, Adobe’s AI video-editing experiments, Pokémon nostalgia gadgets, Xbox 1440p cloud streaming, a Marvel retro collection, and a Women’s History Month spotlight on Grace Hopper.

]]> AwesomeCast 768: Apple Podcasts Adds Video + iPhones to the Moon?! | Olympics Drone Cam, 2XKO & Hatchin’ Yoshi https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/39066 6f557cb2-26df-423c-8862-a4aa07980032 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:00:00 -0500 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media This week on AwesomeCast 768, Sorg, Dudders, and Podnar dig into the tech and culture behind the headlines: Apple Podcasts bringing video, Olympics drone chase-cam production, and the real-world challenges of taking a smartphone on a lunar mission. Plus: Sorg’s time with Riot’s 2XKO, Dudders’ 6-in-1 air safety monitor, and a wave of Nintendo cuteness with Hatchin’ Yoshi and the Mario Wonder Talking Flower. We also share an EFF privacy self-check with Cover Your Tracks, and a surprisingly useful event tool: StageCue for managing video playback on venue screens.  1:50:49 no This week on AwesomeCast 768, Sorg, Dudders, and Podnar dig into the tech and culture behind the headlines: Apple Podcasts bringing video, Olympics drone chase-cam production, and the real-world challenges of taking a smartphone on a lunar mission. Plus: Sorg’s time with Riot’s 2XKO, Dudders’ 6-in-1 air safety monitor, and a wave of Nintendo cuteness with Hatchin’ Yoshi and the Mario Wonder Talking Flower. We also share an EFF privacy self-check with Cover Your Tracks, and a surprisingly useful event tool: StageCue for managing video playback on venue screens.  podcast, pittsburghaSorgatron Media, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, Dave Podnar, tech podcast, video podcasts, Apple Podcasts video, podcasting workflow, Apple TV rumors, Olympics drone camera, drone cinematography, VR drone goggles, 2XKO, Riot Games, fighting games, tag fighter, Nintendo, Hatchin Yoshi, Yoshi toy, Mario Wonder, Talking Flower, Five Below Block Tech, mini arcade builds, Bad Bunny lyrics translation, Spotify translate lyrics, YouTube Music translate lyrics, privacy, EFF, Cover Your Tracks, browser fingerprinting, online tracking, uBlock Origin, StageCue app, live event production, VOIP, Marian Croak, Black History Month in tech, National Inventors Hall of Fame This week on AwesomeCast 768, Sorg, Dudders, and Podnar dig into the tech and culture behind the headlines: Apple Podcasts bringing video, Olympics drone chase-cam production, and the real-world challenges of taking a smartphone on a lunar mission. Plus: Sorg’s time with Riot’s 2XKO, Dudders’ 6-in-1 air safety monitor, and a wave of Nintendo cuteness with Hatchin’ Yoshi and the Mario Wonder Talking Flower. We also share an EFF privacy self-check with Cover Your Tracks, and a surprisingly useful event tool: StageCue for managing video playback on venue screens. 

]]> This week on AwesomeCast 768, Sorg, Dudders, and Podnar dig into the tech and culture behind the headlines: Apple Podcasts bringing video, Olympics drone chase-cam production, and the real-world challenges of taking a smartphone on a lunar mission. Plus: Sorg’s time with Riot’s 2XKO, Dudders’ 6-in-1 air safety monitor, and a wave of Nintendo cuteness with Hatchin’ Yoshi and the Mario Wonder Talking Flower. We also share an EFF privacy self-check with Cover Your Tracks, and a surprisingly useful event tool: StageCue for managing video playback on venue screens. 

]]> AwesomeCast 767: Catcade Cats, Suno AI Music & Moment iPhone Lenses — Plus Tecmo Bowl Movie?! https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/39061 12269e63-e638-4c1a-883e-ba46e19eb380 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0500 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Sorg, Katie “Dudders” Dudas, and Dave Podnar recap Sangawa Project weekend adventures, then dive into the Awesome Things of the Week: Chicago’s Catcade cat-rescue arcade, Sorg’s first experiment making a custom track with Suno AI, and Podnar’s hands-on upgrade with Moment iPhone lenses and filters. Plus: the Tecmo Bowl movie news, Switch 2 sales milestones, Super Bowl ad/halftime logistics talk, a Black History spotlight on home security pioneer Marie Van Brittan Brown, and a creator workflow tip for downloading YouTube video + subtitles with Downie. 1:01:22 no After a busy weekend bouncing between time zones and community events, Sorg, Katie “Dudders” Dudas, and Dave Podnar are back with a packed episode that blends creator tools, gadget talk, and pop-culture tech—from an arcade full of adoptable cats to AI-generated music you can actually license. AwesomeCast 767 LIVE! Sangawa Project highlights (Pittsburgh) The crew opens with a quick recap of Sangawa Project: what stood out, what they enjoyed, and why the event’s community energy made it a win. AwesomeCast 767 LIVE! Awesome Things of the Week Catcade (Chicago): A cat rescue that doubles as a cat lounge—complete with arcade games and clever “cat-fied” cabinets. Link: https://www.thecatcade.org Suno (AI music): Sorg jumps into Suno for the first time, building a song around “I dream about wrestling all day,” and talks through licensing and real-world promo use. Links: https://suno.com/create?signupsource=splashpage&referrer=%2Fhome&redirectedfrom=signin https://suno.com/s/V5QWfrxZndcduHJX Moment iPhone lenses: Podnar shares hands-on impressions of Moment’s lens ecosystem (portrait tele, wide, macro) and why real glass still matters. Link: https://www.shopmoment.com/articles/moments-t-series-mobile-lens-guide?srsltid=AfmBOoor-0pyHIQh7daYRVEuf13G8tYtupRbjlI1WpszNUYhtTCgHH Video Game Minute: Tecmo Bowl movie + Switch 2 numbers Chachi drops the headlines: a Tecmo Bowl movie in the works and Switch 2 sales hitting a huge milestone. Links: https://variety.com/2026/gaming/news/tecmo-bowl-movie-tongal-football-video-game-1236650837/ https://www.mediaplaynews.com/nintendos-video-game-console-switch-2-tops-17-million-unit-sales/ Super Bowl ads, AI vibes, and halftime logistics They dig into the feel of this year’s ads (including AI reactions), the Dunkin’ marketing/merch chaos, and the production nerd joy of halftime logistics and camera timing. Links: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ad-meter/2026/02/08/dunkin-super-bowl-commercial-good-will-hunting-affleck-brady/88556931007/ https://www.tiktok.com/@wired/video/7604695226376146189?r=1&t=ZT-93lsbdbtjp8 Black History spotlight: Marie Van Brittan Brown A reminder that modern “Ring camera culture” has roots: Marie Van Brittan Brown’s home security and surveillance concepts helped shape what became everyday tech. Link: https://lemelson.mit.edu/resources/marie-van-brittan-brown#:~:text=In%201966%2C%20Brown%2C%20along%20with,door%20at%20a%20safer%20distance . AwesomeCast 767 LIVE! Creator tip: Download YouTube video, audio, and subtitles with Downie Sorg shares a workflow for grabbing a full-quality YouTube file (and even pulling subtitles/SRT) to speed up editing, transcription, and repurposing. AwesomeCast, AwesomeCast 767, Sorgatron, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, Dudders, Dave Podnar, iPhoneography, Sangawa Project, anime convention Pittsburgh, Catcade Chicago, cat cafe, cat rescue, arcade, Suno, Suno AI, AI music, generative music, content creation tools, Moment lenses, Moment T-Series, iPhone lenses, iPhone videography, mobile filmmaking, Cinebloom filter, Tecmo Bowl movie, Nintendo Switch 2, Switch 2 sales, Super Bowl commercials, AI in advertising, Dunkin merch, halftime show logistics, Steadicam, live production, Puerto Rico halftime discourse, Marie Van Brittan Brown, Black History Month, home security system, CCTV, Ring doorbell, Downie app, YouTube downloader, SRT subtitles, transcription workflow After a busy weekend bouncing between time zones and community events, Sorg, Katie “Dudders” Dudas, and Dave Podnar are back with a packed episode that blends creator tools, gadget talk, and pop-culture tech—from an arcade full of adoptable cats to AI-generated music you can actually license. AwesomeCast 767 LIVE!

Sangawa Project highlights (Pittsburgh)

The crew opens with a quick recap of Sangawa Project: what stood out, what they enjoyed, and why the event’s community energy made it a win. AwesomeCast 767 LIVE!

Awesome Things of the Week

Catcade (Chicago): A cat rescue that doubles as a cat lounge—complete with arcade games and clever “cat-fied” cabinets. Link: https://www.thecatcade.org

Suno (AI music): Sorg jumps into Suno for the first time, building a song around “I dream about wrestling all day,” and talks through licensing and real-world promo use. Links: https://suno.com/create?signup_source=splashpage&referrer=%2Fhome&redirected_from=signin https://suno.com/s/V5QWfrxZndcduHJX

Moment iPhone lenses: Podnar shares hands-on impressions of Moment’s lens ecosystem (portrait tele, wide, macro) and why real glass still matters. Link: https://www.shopmoment.com/articles/moments-t-series-mobile-lens-guide?srsltid=AfmBOoor-0pyHIQh7daYRVEuf13_G8tYtu_pRbjlI1WpszNUYhtTCgHH

Video Game Minute: Tecmo Bowl movie + Switch 2 numbers

Chachi drops the headlines: a Tecmo Bowl movie in the works and Switch 2 sales hitting a huge milestone. Links: https://variety.com/2026/gaming/news/tecmo-bowl-movie-tongal-football-video-game-1236650837/ https://www.mediaplaynews.com/nintendos-video-game-console-switch-2-tops-17-million-unit-sales/

Super Bowl ads, AI vibes, and halftime logistics

They dig into the feel of this year’s ads (including AI reactions), the Dunkin’ marketing/merch chaos, and the production nerd joy of halftime logistics and camera timing. Links: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ad-meter/2026/02/08/dunkin-super-bowl-commercial-good-will-hunting-affleck-brady/88556931007/ https://www.tiktok.com/@wired/video/7604695226376146189?_r=1&_t=ZT-93lsbdbtjp8

Black History spotlight: Marie Van Brittan Brown

A reminder that modern “Ring camera culture” has roots: Marie Van Brittan Brown’s home security and surveillance concepts helped shape what became everyday tech. Link: https://lemelson.mit.edu/resources/marie-van-brittan-brown#:~:text=In%201966%2C%20Brown%2C%20along%20with,door%20at%20a%20safer%20distance . AwesomeCast 767 LIVE!

Creator tip: Download YouTube video, audio, and subtitles with Downie

Sorg shares a workflow for grabbing a full-quality YouTube file (and even pulling subtitles/SRT) to speed up editing, transcription, and repurposing.

]]> After a busy weekend bouncing between time zones and community events, Sorg, Katie “Dudders” Dudas, and Dave Podnar are back with a packed episode that blends creator tools, gadget talk, and pop-culture tech—from an arcade full of adoptable cats to AI-generated music you can actually license. AwesomeCast 767 LIVE!

Sangawa Project highlights (Pittsburgh)

The crew opens with a quick recap of Sangawa Project: what stood out, what they enjoyed, and why the event’s community energy made it a win. AwesomeCast 767 LIVE!

Awesome Things of the Week

Catcade (Chicago): A cat rescue that doubles as a cat lounge—complete with arcade games and clever “cat-fied” cabinets. Link: https://www.thecatcade.org

Suno (AI music): Sorg jumps into Suno for the first time, building a song around “I dream about wrestling all day,” and talks through licensing and real-world promo use. Links: https://suno.com/create?signup_source=splashpage&referrer=%2Fhome&redirected_from=signin https://suno.com/s/V5QWfrxZndcduHJX

Moment iPhone lenses: Podnar shares hands-on impressions of Moment’s lens ecosystem (portrait tele, wide, macro) and why real glass still matters. Link: https://www.shopmoment.com/articles/moments-t-series-mobile-lens-guide?srsltid=AfmBOoor-0pyHIQh7daYRVEuf13_G8tYtu_pRbjlI1WpszNUYhtTCgHH

Video Game Minute: Tecmo Bowl movie + Switch 2 numbers

Chachi drops the headlines: a Tecmo Bowl movie in the works and Switch 2 sales hitting a huge milestone. Links: https://variety.com/2026/gaming/news/tecmo-bowl-movie-tongal-football-video-game-1236650837/ https://www.mediaplaynews.com/nintendos-video-game-console-switch-2-tops-17-million-unit-sales/

Super Bowl ads, AI vibes, and halftime logistics

They dig into the feel of this year’s ads (including AI reactions), the Dunkin’ marketing/merch chaos, and the production nerd joy of halftime logistics and camera timing. Links: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ad-meter/2026/02/08/dunkin-super-bowl-commercial-good-will-hunting-affleck-brady/88556931007/ https://www.tiktok.com/@wired/video/7604695226376146189?_r=1&_t=ZT-93lsbdbtjp8

Black History spotlight: Marie Van Brittan Brown

A reminder that modern “Ring camera culture” has roots: Marie Van Brittan Brown’s home security and surveillance concepts helped shape what became everyday tech. Link: https://lemelson.mit.edu/resources/marie-van-brittan-brown#:~:text=In%201966%2C%20Brown%2C%20along%20with,door%20at%20a%20safer%20distance . AwesomeCast 767 LIVE!

Creator tip: Download YouTube video, audio, and subtitles with Downie

Sorg shares a workflow for grabbing a full-quality YouTube file (and even pulling subtitles/SRT) to speed up editing, transcription, and repurposing.

]]> AwesomeCast 764: Animal Crossing 3.0 Changed Everything?! + Final Cut Updates, Premiere AI, and ChatGPT Health https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/39040 2f4e3850-5246-4dc2-b6f1-9149724e110f Wed, 21 Jan 2026 03:00:00 -0500 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media This week on AwesomeCast 764, cohosts Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas dive into the week’s biggest tech and creator stories—plus a special Animal Crossing 3.0 update field report from Charlotte. Katie checks in with her Animal Crossing–obsessed niece Charlotte to break down what’s new, what’s addictive, and how “slumber islands” change the way you build and share your island adventures.  57:58 no This week on AwesomeCast 764, cohosts Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas dive into the week’s biggest tech and creator stories—plus a special Animal Crossing 3.0 update field report from Charlotte. Katie checks in with her Animal Crossing–obsessed niece Charlotte to break down what’s new, what’s addictive, and how “slumber islands” change the way you build and share your island adventures.  Then the crew hits a surprisingly heartfelt app story with “Are You Dead?”, a daily check-in safety app built for modern life when friends and family live far apart.  We also get into the rise of cozy “chore games” like PowerWash Simulator and other satisfyingly organized gaming obsessions.  On the creator side, we break down Apple’s new Creator Studio approach—what it could mean for Final Cut, Logic, Motion, and Compressor—and why AI-assisted editing features are starting to matter for everyday workflows.  Plus: OpenAI’s push toward age prediction and the complications that come with automated verification.  Show notes + links: (include the link list above) Animal Crossing • Animal Crossing video (Katie segment) (no URL listed in the sheet row; included as an on-show segment) “Chore games” / cozy games • A Game About Digging a Hole (Xbox): https://www.xbox.com/en-US/play/games/a-game-about-digging-a-hole/9NGLST31DG26 • A Game About Digging a Hole (Nintendo): https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/a-game-about-digging-a-hole-switch/ • PowerWash Simulator (Apple App Store): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/powerwash-simulator/id6477445344 “Are You Dead?” app • BGR story: https://www.bgr.com/2074610/are-you-dead-top-paid-iphone-app-china/ • DeMumu app listing: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/demumu/id6745099872 ChachiSays Video Game Minute items (from the sheet) • David Rosen / Sega co-founder (Tom’s Hardware): https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/sega-co-founder-david-r…d-former-us-airman-set-up-sega-after-his-service-ended-in-japan • Assassin’s Creed Netflix casting (Deadline): https://deadline.com/2026/01/assassins-creed-tanzyn-crawford-cast-netflix-series-1236658813/ • John Wick universe AAA game (Tech4Gamers): https://tech4gamers.com/aaa-john-wick-game-development/ AI / OpenAI / Sora • Mattel on Sora profile: https://sora.chatgpt.com/profile/mattel • OpenAI age prediction (Engadget): https://www.engadget.com/ai/openai-is-launching-age-prediction-for-chatgpt-accounts-222650340.html • ChatGPT Health page: https://openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-health/ Creator tools • Apple Creator Studio (Apple Newsroom): https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/01/introducing-apple-creator-studio-an-inspiring-collection-of-creative-apps/ • Adobe Premiere AI updates (Engadget): https://www.engadget.com/ai/adobe-unveils-new-ai-powered-vide…vlq1gStDzB9i-clNMdAMo4O0o4ro8ohtbVXETV41pRXvEFAQZh6nDH-1vO91dYLO Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, Katie Dudas, tech podcast, technology news, geek culture, gaming podcast, video game news, Animal Crossing 3.0, Animal Crossing update, Animal Crossing Switch, cozy games, chill games, chore games, PowerWash Simulator, A Little to the Left, indie games, Nintendo Switch, gaming discussion, mobile apps, iPhone apps, Are You Dead app, digital safety apps, daily check-in app, personal safety technology, creator tools, content creation, video editing, Apple Creator Studio, Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe AI video, AI editing tools, artificial intelligence news, OpenAI, ChatGPT, OpenAI age prediction, AI safety, Sora AI, Mattel Sora, Skeletor AI, tech for creators, podcast production, media workflows, digital culture This week on AwesomeCast 764, cohosts Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas dive into the week’s biggest tech and creator stories—plus a special Animal Crossing 3.0 update field report from Charlotte. Katie checks in with her Animal Crossing–obsessed niece Charlotte to break down what’s new, what’s addictive, and how “slumber islands” change the way you build and share your island adventures. 

Then the crew hits a surprisingly heartfelt app story with “Are You Dead?”, a daily check-in safety app built for modern life when friends and family live far apart.  We also get into the rise of cozy “chore games” like PowerWash Simulator and other satisfyingly organized gaming obsessions. 

On the creator side, we break down Apple’s new Creator Studio approach—what it could mean for Final Cut, Logic, Motion, and Compressor—and why AI-assisted editing features are starting to matter for everyday workflows.  Plus: OpenAI’s push toward age prediction and the complications that come with automated verification. 

Show notes + links: (include the link list above)

Animal Crossing
• Animal Crossing video (Katie segment) (no URL listed in the sheet row; included as an on-show segment)

“Chore games” / cozy games
• A Game About Digging a Hole (Xbox): https://www.xbox.com/en-US/play/games/a-game-about-digging-a-hole/9NGLST31DG26
• A Game About Digging a Hole (Nintendo): https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/a-game-about-digging-a-hole-switch/
• PowerWash Simulator (Apple App Store): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/powerwash-simulator/id6477445344

“Are You Dead?” app
• BGR story: https://www.bgr.com/2074610/are-you-dead-top-paid-iphone-app-china/
• DeMumu app listing: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/demumu/id6745099872

ChachiSays Video Game Minute items (from the sheet)
• David Rosen / Sega co-founder (Tom’s Hardware): https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/sega-co-founder-david-r…d-former-us-airman-set-up-sega-after-his-service-ended-in-japan
• Assassin’s Creed Netflix casting (Deadline): https://deadline.com/2026/01/assassins-creed-tanzyn-crawford-cast-netflix-series-1236658813/
• John Wick universe AAA game (Tech4Gamers): https://tech4gamers.com/aaa-john-wick-game-development/

AI / OpenAI / Sora
• Mattel on Sora profile: https://sora.chatgpt.com/profile/mattel
• OpenAI age prediction (Engadget): https://www.engadget.com/ai/openai-is-launching-age-prediction-for-chatgpt-accounts-222650340.html
• ChatGPT Health page: https://openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-health/

Creator tools
• Apple Creator Studio (Apple Newsroom): https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/01/introducing-apple-creator-studio-an-inspiring-collection-of-creative-apps/
• Adobe Premiere AI updates (Engadget): https://www.engadget.com/ai/adobe-unveils-new-ai-powered-vide…vlq1gStDzB9i-clNMdAMo4O0o4ro8ohtbVXETV41pRXvEFAQZh6nDH-1vO91dYLO

]]> This week on AwesomeCast 764, cohosts Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas dive into the week’s biggest tech and creator stories—plus a special Animal Crossing 3.0 update field report from Charlotte. Katie checks in with her Animal Crossing–obsessed niece Charlotte to break down what’s new, what’s addictive, and how “slumber islands” change the way you build and share your island adventures. 

Then the crew hits a surprisingly heartfelt app story with “Are You Dead?”, a daily check-in safety app built for modern life when friends and family live far apart.  We also get into the rise of cozy “chore games” like PowerWash Simulator and other satisfyingly organized gaming obsessions. 

On the creator side, we break down Apple’s new Creator Studio approach—what it could mean for Final Cut, Logic, Motion, and Compressor—and why AI-assisted editing features are starting to matter for everyday workflows.  Plus: OpenAI’s push toward age prediction and the complications that come with automated verification. 

Show notes + links: (include the link list above)

Animal Crossing
• Animal Crossing video (Katie segment) (no URL listed in the sheet row; included as an on-show segment)

“Chore games” / cozy games
• A Game About Digging a Hole (Xbox): https://www.xbox.com/en-US/play/games/a-game-about-digging-a-hole/9NGLST31DG26
• A Game About Digging a Hole (Nintendo): https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/a-game-about-digging-a-hole-switch/
• PowerWash Simulator (Apple App Store): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/powerwash-simulator/id6477445344

“Are You Dead?” app
• BGR story: https://www.bgr.com/2074610/are-you-dead-top-paid-iphone-app-china/
• DeMumu app listing: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/demumu/id6745099872

ChachiSays Video Game Minute items (from the sheet)
• David Rosen / Sega co-founder (Tom’s Hardware): https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/sega-co-founder-david-r…d-former-us-airman-set-up-sega-after-his-service-ended-in-japan
• Assassin’s Creed Netflix casting (Deadline): https://deadline.com/2026/01/assassins-creed-tanzyn-crawford-cast-netflix-series-1236658813/
• John Wick universe AAA game (Tech4Gamers): https://tech4gamers.com/aaa-john-wick-game-development/

AI / OpenAI / Sora
• Mattel on Sora profile: https://sora.chatgpt.com/profile/mattel
• OpenAI age prediction (Engadget): https://www.engadget.com/ai/openai-is-launching-age-prediction-for-chatgpt-accounts-222650340.html
• ChatGPT Health page: https://openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-health/

Creator tools
• Apple Creator Studio (Apple Newsroom): https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/01/introducing-apple-creator-studio-an-inspiring-collection-of-creative-apps/
• Adobe Premiere AI updates (Engadget): https://www.engadget.com/ai/adobe-unveils-new-ai-powered-vide…vlq1gStDzB9i-clNMdAMo4O0o4ro8ohtbVXETV41pRXvEFAQZh6nDH-1vO91dYLO

]]> AwesomeCast 762: 2025 Predictions on AI, 3D Printers and more! https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/39024 222394b0-50f3-48b8-ad92-19b72a68d47c Wed, 17 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -0500 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media In this end-of-year AwesomeCast, hosts Michael Sorg and Katie Dudas are joined by original AwesomeCast co-host Rob De La Cretaz for a wide-ranging discussion on the biggest tech shifts of 2025 — and what’s coming next. 1:00:49 no In this end-of-year AwesomeCast, hosts Michael Sorg and Katie Dudas are joined by original AwesomeCast co-host Rob De La Cretaz for a wide-ranging discussion on the biggest tech shifts of 2025 — and what’s coming next. The panel breaks down how AI tools became genuinely useful in everyday workflows, from content production and health tracking to decision-making and trend analysis. Rob shares why Bambu Labs 3D printers represent a turning point in consumer and professional 3D printing, removing friction and making rapid prototyping accessible for creators, engineers, and hobbyists alike. The episode also covers the evolving role of AI in media creation, concerns around over-reliance and trust, and why human-made content may soon become a premium feature. Intern Mac reflects on changing career paths into media production, while the crew revisits their 2025 tech predictions, holds themselves accountable, and locks in bold forecasts for 2026. Plus: Chachi’s Video Game Minute, AI competition heating up, Apple Vision Pro speculation, and why “AI inside” may need clearer definitions moving forward. AwesomeCast, AwesomeCast podcast, technology podcast, tech news podcast, AI podcast, artificial intelligence, AI tools, practical AI, everyday AI use, generative AI, large language models, ChatGPT, Google Gemini, AI productivity, AI workflow automation, AI ethics, AI trust, AI marketing claims, AI competition, future of AI, 2025 tech recap, 2026 tech predictions, tech predictions podcast, end of year tech review, technology trends, emerging technology, creator economy, human made content, AI backlash, AI regulation, 3D printing, 3D printers, consumer 3D printing, professional 3D printing, Bambu Labs, Bambu Labs 3D printer, rapid prototyping, maker culture, hardware podcast, tech hardware, Apple Vision Pro, mixed reality, virtual reality, XR technology, video game industry, gaming news, video game awards, mental health and gaming, indie games, content creation tools, podcast production tools, Opus Clip, MacWhisper, health tracking apps, AI health tracking, workflow optimization, productivity technology, tech culture, future technology, tech commentary, tech discussion podcast, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, Rob De La Cretaz, Sorgatron Media In this end-of-year AwesomeCast, hosts Michael Sorg and Katie Dudas are joined by original AwesomeCast co-host Rob De La Cretaz for a wide-ranging discussion on the biggest tech shifts of 2025 — and what’s coming next.

The panel breaks down how AI tools became genuinely useful in everyday workflows, from content production and health tracking to decision-making and trend analysis. Rob shares why Bambu Labs 3D printers represent a turning point in consumer and professional 3D printing, removing friction and making rapid prototyping accessible for creators, engineers, and hobbyists alike.

The episode also covers the evolving role of AI in media creation, concerns around over-reliance and trust, and why human-made content may soon become a premium feature. Intern Mac reflects on changing career paths into media production, while the crew revisits their 2025 tech predictions, holds themselves accountable, and locks in bold forecasts for 2026.

Plus: Chachi’s Video Game Minute, AI competition heating up, Apple Vision Pro speculation, and why “AI inside” may need clearer definitions moving forward.

]]> In this end-of-year AwesomeCast, hosts Michael Sorg and Katie Dudas are joined by original AwesomeCast co-host Rob De La Cretaz for a wide-ranging discussion on the biggest tech shifts of 2025 — and what’s coming next.

The panel breaks down how AI tools became genuinely useful in everyday workflows, from content production and health tracking to decision-making and trend analysis. Rob shares why Bambu Labs 3D printers represent a turning point in consumer and professional 3D printing, removing friction and making rapid prototyping accessible for creators, engineers, and hobbyists alike.

The episode also covers the evolving role of AI in media creation, concerns around over-reliance and trust, and why human-made content may soon become a premium feature. Intern Mac reflects on changing career paths into media production, while the crew revisits their 2025 tech predictions, holds themselves accountable, and locks in bold forecasts for 2026.

Plus: Chachi’s Video Game Minute, AI competition heating up, Apple Vision Pro speculation, and why “AI inside” may need clearer definitions moving forward.

]]> AwesomeCast 759: Peeping Roomba, Telly TV Hands On and Thankful for Tech https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/39008 51d8a571-8cde-4ef0-9451-710f6f0d8efc Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Free TV, robot snowmen, space heaters, and Voltron nostalgia – we’re packing a lot into AwesomeCast 759. This week, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar dive into: Sorg’s first week living with a Telly free TV and its always-on ad bar Dave’s emergency Lasko Whirlwind space heater run when his furnace dies Katie’s Amazon storage bins that completely changed how she organizes clothes A heartfelt ChachiSays Video Game Minute tribute to game dev legend Rebecca Heineman Katie’s beloved Cat Wars calendar and a detour into She-Ra villain Catra toy nostalgia Quick hits on Disney’s robotic Olaf, a 40th anniversary Voltron collector set, and the future of park animatronics & high-end geek collectibles 55:37 no Free TV, robot snowmen, space heaters, and Voltron nostalgia – we’re packing a lot into AwesomeCast 759. This week, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar dive into: Sorg’s first week living with a Telly free TV and its always-on ad bar Dave’s emergency Lasko Whirlwind space heater run when his furnace dies Katie’s Amazon storage bins that completely changed how she organizes clothes A heartfelt ChachiSays Video Game Minute tribute to game dev legend Rebecca Heineman Katie’s beloved Cat Wars calendar and a detour into She-Ra villain Catra toy nostalgia Quick hits on Disney’s robotic Olaf, a 40th anniversary Voltron collector set, and the future of park animatronics & high-end geek collectibles 🔗 Episode links from the show notes: Telly TV – https://www.telly.com/ Storage bins – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFQKX3NV?ref=ppxyo2ovdtbfedasintitle&th=1 Rebecca Heineman article – https://gaymingmag.com/2025/11/gayming-icon-and-lgbtq-games-pioneer-rebecca-heineman-has-died/ Top gadgets of 1992 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3BpWD8pkteM Robotic Olaf – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/robotic-olaf-marks-new-era-of-disney-innovation/ Voltron collector set – https://toynamishop.com/voltron-40th-anniversary-collectors-set/ Threads “bad movie theaters” post – https://www.threads.com/@kcharlesross/post/DRdjnSrDrJB?hl=en Follow us and share what tech you’re thankful for with #AC759. free Telly TV, Telly ad supported television, robotic Olaf, Disney robot Olaf, Disney animatronics, Lasko Whirlwind heater, space heater review, Amazon storage bins, home organization hacks, Rebecca Heineman tribute, LGBTQ gaming pioneer, Cat Wars calendar, She-Ra Catra vintage toy, Voltron 40th anniversary set, Voltron collector’s set, retro tech gadgets, Pebble watch open source, 1992 gadgets, 3dfx Voodoo nostalgia, dual 56k modem, tech podcast, Pittsburgh tech podcast, AwesomeCast, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, Dave Podnar Free TV, robot snowmen, space heaters, and Voltron nostalgia – we’re packing a lot into AwesomeCast 759.

This week, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar dive into:

Sorg’s first week living with a Telly free TV and its always-on ad bar

Dave’s emergency Lasko Whirlwind space heater run when his furnace dies

Katie’s Amazon storage bins that completely changed how she organizes clothes

A heartfelt ChachiSays Video Game Minute tribute to game dev legend Rebecca Heineman

Katie’s beloved Cat Wars calendar and a detour into She-Ra villain Catra toy nostalgia

Quick hits on Disney’s robotic Olaf, a 40th anniversary Voltron collector set, and the future of park animatronics & high-end geek collectibles

🔗 Episode links from the show notes:
Telly TV – https://www.telly.com/

Storage bins – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFQKX3NV?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

Rebecca Heineman article – https://gaymingmag.com/2025/11/gayming-icon-and-lgbtq-games-pioneer-rebecca-heineman-has-died/

Top gadgets of 1992 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3BpWD8pkteM

Robotic Olaf – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/robotic-olaf-marks-new-era-of-disney-innovation/

Voltron collector set – https://toynamishop.com/voltron-40th-anniversary-collectors-set/

Threads “bad movie theaters” post – https://www.threads.com/@kcharlesross/post/DRdjnSrDrJB?hl=en

Follow us and share what tech you’re thankful for with #AC759.

]]> Free TV, robot snowmen, space heaters, and Voltron nostalgia – we’re packing a lot into AwesomeCast 759.

This week, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar dive into:

Sorg’s first week living with a Telly free TV and its always-on ad bar

Dave’s emergency Lasko Whirlwind space heater run when his furnace dies

Katie’s Amazon storage bins that completely changed how she organizes clothes

A heartfelt ChachiSays Video Game Minute tribute to game dev legend Rebecca Heineman

Katie’s beloved Cat Wars calendar and a detour into She-Ra villain Catra toy nostalgia

Quick hits on Disney’s robotic Olaf, a 40th anniversary Voltron collector set, and the future of park animatronics & high-end geek collectibles

🔗 Episode links from the show notes:
Telly TV – https://www.telly.com/

Storage bins – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFQKX3NV?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

Rebecca Heineman article – https://gaymingmag.com/2025/11/gayming-icon-and-lgbtq-games-pioneer-rebecca-heineman-has-died/

Top gadgets of 1992 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3BpWD8pkteM

Robotic Olaf – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/robotic-olaf-marks-new-era-of-disney-innovation/

Voltron collector set – https://toynamishop.com/voltron-40th-anniversary-collectors-set/

Threads “bad movie theaters” post – https://www.threads.com/@kcharlesross/post/DRdjnSrDrJB?hl=en

Follow us and share what tech you’re thankful for with #AC759.

]]> AwesomeCast 754: OpenAI’s New Browser Changes Everything | ChatGPT Atlas Hands-On! https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/38987 ba3a9eaa-3c7a-41f0-846d-12f03fc608ee Wed, 22 Oct 2025 01:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media The AwesomeCast crew — Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar — dive into another week of geeky goodness, from AI browsers and robo-pets to nostalgic tech and bizarre cable “hacks.” 48:40 no The AwesomeCast crew — Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar — dive into another week of geeky goodness, from AI browsers and robo-pets to nostalgic tech and bizarre cable “hacks.” This Week’s Awesome Topics • 🧠 OpenAI’s new ChatGPT Atlas browser — Dave tries the AI-powered browser built to summarize and interact with the web itself. openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-atlas • 🎮 Keeper on Game Pass — Sorg shares his pick for the week: a haunting, cinematic puzzle game where your lighthouse walks on spider legs. xbox.com/en-US/games/keeper • 🧸 Casio’s MOFLIN AI Pet — Katie explores the fuzzy, learning pet robot that’s way too cute to ignore. casio.com/us/moflin • 🛍️ Walmart partners with ChatGPT — The team discusses how AI is about to change the way you shop online. apnews.com/article/openai-walmart-chatgpt-shopping-partnership • 🧱 Sesame Street in Roblox — What happens when Elmo goes digital? Roblox link • 🎬 Chachi’s Video Game Minute — Netflix adds real games to your TV app. • 📺 Not Awesome: Telly TV’s “free” set might cost more than you think. tiktok.com/@verge/video/7557015639102098702 • 💾 Throwback Corner: Remember 3dfx graphics cards? The golden age of gaming returns. wikipedia.org/wiki/3dfx 🎙️ Support the show on Patreon for ad-free episodes and exclusive after-talk: 👉 patreon.com/awesomecast ChatGPT Atlas, OpenAI browser, AI browser, Walmart ChatGPT, AI shopping, Keeper Game Pass, Xbox Game Pass games, Double Fine Keeper, Casio Moflin, AI pet, robotic pet, Sesame Street Roblox, Roblox games, Netflix gaming, Baby Steps game, Telly TV, ad-supported TV, free TV ads, cable management hack, 3dfx graphics card, retro PC gaming, tech podcast, AwesomeCast, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, Dave Podnar, Pittsburgh tech podcast, Slice on Broadway, AI news, gadget news, weekly tech show, pop culture tech The AwesomeCast crew — Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar — dive into another week of geeky goodness, from AI browsers and robo-pets to nostalgic tech and bizarre cable “hacks.”

This Week’s Awesome Topics
• 🧠 OpenAI’s new ChatGPT Atlas browser — Dave tries the AI-powered browser built to summarize and interact with the web itself. openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-atlas
• 🎮 Keeper on Game Pass — Sorg shares his pick for the week: a haunting, cinematic puzzle game where your lighthouse walks on spider legs. xbox.com/en-US/games/keeper
• 🧸 Casio’s MOFLIN AI Pet — Katie explores the fuzzy, learning pet robot that’s way too cute to ignore. casio.com/us/moflin
• 🛍️ Walmart partners with ChatGPT — The team discusses how AI is about to change the way you shop online. apnews.com/article/openai-walmart-chatgpt-shopping-partnership
• 🧱 Sesame Street in Roblox — What happens when Elmo goes digital? Roblox link
• 🎬 Chachi’s Video Game Minute — Netflix adds real games to your TV app.
• 📺 Not Awesome: Telly TV’s “free” set might cost more than you think. tiktok.com/@verge/video/7557015639102098702
• 💾 Throwback Corner: Remember 3dfx graphics cards? The golden age of gaming returns. wikipedia.org/wiki/3dfx

🎙️ Support the show on Patreon for ad-free episodes and exclusive after-talk:
👉 patreon.com/awesomecast

]]> The AwesomeCast crew — Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar — dive into another week of geeky goodness, from AI browsers and robo-pets to nostalgic tech and bizarre cable “hacks.”

This Week’s Awesome Topics
• 🧠 OpenAI’s new ChatGPT Atlas browser — Dave tries the AI-powered browser built to summarize and interact with the web itself. openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-atlas
• 🎮 Keeper on Game Pass — Sorg shares his pick for the week: a haunting, cinematic puzzle game where your lighthouse walks on spider legs. xbox.com/en-US/games/keeper
• 🧸 Casio’s MOFLIN AI Pet — Katie explores the fuzzy, learning pet robot that’s way too cute to ignore. casio.com/us/moflin
• 🛍️ Walmart partners with ChatGPT — The team discusses how AI is about to change the way you shop online. apnews.com/article/openai-walmart-chatgpt-shopping-partnership
• 🧱 Sesame Street in Roblox — What happens when Elmo goes digital? Roblox link
• 🎬 Chachi’s Video Game Minute — Netflix adds real games to your TV app.
• 📺 Not Awesome: Telly TV’s “free” set might cost more than you think. tiktok.com/@verge/video/7557015639102098702
• 💾 Throwback Corner: Remember 3dfx graphics cards? The golden age of gaming returns. wikipedia.org/wiki/3dfx

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]]> AwesomeCast 753: Rule 34 https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/38983 133eb70b-01f8-420f-b978-0c8a5f329f7a Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full 11 Sorgatron Media This week on AwesomeCast, we dive into creepy games and cutting-edge tech! 🎮 Katie introduces Grounded: Fully Yoked Edition on Nintendo Switch 🧵 Sorg explores My Friendly Neighborhood—a horror puppet shooter with serious FNAF vibes 🦒 Dave visits The Living Desert Zoo in Palm Springs 🤖 We unleash chaos using the Sora AI app—turning ourselves into rom-com leads, tourists, and caffeine junkies 🎮 Plus: Netflix launches games on TV, and Baby Steps punishes you for skipping cutscenes! 1:01:06 no This week on AwesomeCast, we dive into creepy games and cutting-edge tech! 🎮 Katie introduces Grounded: Fully Yoked Edition on Nintendo Switch 🧵 Sorg explores My Friendly Neighborhood—a horror puppet shooter with serious FNAF vibes 🦒 Dave visits The Living Desert Zoo in Palm Springs 🤖 We unleash chaos using the Sora AI app—turning ourselves into rom-com leads, tourists, and caffeine junkies 🎮 Plus: Netflix launches games on TV, and Baby Steps punishes you for skipping cutscenes! And don’t miss Sorg’s Game Pass tip to save $$$ before prices go up. 🎥 Full video & more: AwesomeCast.com 🧠 Support us: patreon.com/awesomecast Grounded Nintendo Switch, My Friendly Neighborhood game, Xbox Game Pass tip, Sora AI app, AI avatars, creepy puppet game, Resident Evil parody, Five Nights at Freddy’s, Netflix TV games, Baby Steps game, Living Desert Zoo, Palm Springs zoo, AI video generator, game pass savings, Nintendo Switch survival game, puppet horror shooter, Game Pass Blizzard games, cat calendar, Cat Wars calendar, tech podcast, gaming podcast, AI tools 2025, video game accessibility, arachnophobia mode, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, spooky games 2025, rom com AI video, AI-generated characters, podcast Pittsburgh, Sorgatron Media, AwesomeCast podcast, Dave Podnar, Katie Dudas, Michael Sorg This week on AwesomeCast, we dive into creepy games and cutting-edge tech!
🎮 Katie introduces Grounded: Fully Yoked Edition on Nintendo Switch
🧵 Sorg explores My Friendly Neighborhood—a horror puppet shooter with serious FNAF vibes
🦒 Dave visits The Living Desert Zoo in Palm Springs
🤖 We unleash chaos using the Sora AI app—turning ourselves into rom-com leads, tourists, and caffeine junkies
🎮 Plus: Netflix launches games on TV, and Baby Steps punishes you for skipping cutscenes!

And don’t miss Sorg’s Game Pass tip to save $$$ before prices go up.

🎥 Full video & more: AwesomeCast.com
🧠 Support us: patreon.com/awesomecast

]]> This week on AwesomeCast, we dive into creepy games and cutting-edge tech!
🎮 Katie introduces Grounded: Fully Yoked Edition on Nintendo Switch
🧵 Sorg explores My Friendly Neighborhood—a horror puppet shooter with serious FNAF vibes
🦒 Dave visits The Living Desert Zoo in Palm Springs
🤖 We unleash chaos using the Sora AI app—turning ourselves into rom-com leads, tourists, and caffeine junkies
🎮 Plus: Netflix launches games on TV, and Baby Steps punishes you for skipping cutscenes!

And don’t miss Sorg’s Game Pass tip to save $$$ before prices go up.

🎥 Full video & more: AwesomeCast.com
🧠 Support us: patreon.com/awesomecast

]]> AwesomeCast 752: We Built a Livestream Studio in a U-Haul at an Off-Road Motorsport Event! https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/38977 846b844d-51a1-49aa-b5ec-0ba415e3230f Wed, 08 Oct 2025 01:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full 11 Sorgatron Media Surfboards, Baja Cars & Broken GoPros — This Week on AwesomeCast! Katie returns with stories from the waves as she shares her inspiring First Descents surf adventure in Santa Cruz, designed for cancer survivors. Meanwhile, the team gives a full behind-the-scenes breakdown of their latest wild production at Baja SAE Carolina — from broadcasting out of a U-Haul van to dealing with dusty terrain, wireless camera chaos, and even a GoPro that didn’t survive. 1:05:38 no Surfboards, Baja Cars & Broken GoPros — This Week on AwesomeCast! Katie returns with stories from the waves as she shares her inspiring First Descents surf adventure in Santa Cruz, designed for cancer survivors. Meanwhile, the team gives a full behind-the-scenes breakdown of their latest wild production at Baja SAE Carolina — from broadcasting out of a U-Haul van to dealing with dusty terrain, wireless camera chaos, and even a GoPro that didn’t survive. Plus: • Microsoft raises Game Pass prices again • Minecraft gets educational about climate change • AI-generated chaos with OpenAI’s Sora • Why you must log out of your Airbnb streaming accounts… Hosted by Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, Missy Sorg & Dave Podnar 🎥 Watch the video version & more at AwesomeCast.com ⸻ AwesomeCast, Baja SAE, SAE International, video production, mobile livestream setup, U-Haul studio, wireless camera setup, GoPro crash, First Descents, cancer survivor surfing, Santa Cruz surfing, Katie Dudas, Missy Sorg, Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, AI video generation, OpenAI Sora, Meta AI editing, Game Pass price increase, Microsoft Game Pass, Minecraft climate change game, women in motorsports, Alba Colon, Hendrick Motorsports, Mini Baja RC, off-road racing, tech podcast, Slice on Broadway, Sidekick Media Services, streaming cautionary tale, Amazon Prime login, romcom sabotage, podcasting, Sorgatron Media, event livestreaming, production tips Surfboards, Baja Cars & Broken GoPros — This Week on AwesomeCast!

Katie returns with stories from the waves as she shares her inspiring First Descents surf adventure in Santa Cruz, designed for cancer survivors. Meanwhile, the team gives a full behind-the-scenes breakdown of their latest wild production at Baja SAE Carolina — from broadcasting out of a U-Haul van to dealing with dusty terrain, wireless camera chaos, and even a GoPro that didn’t survive.

Plus:
• Microsoft raises Game Pass prices again
• Minecraft gets educational about climate change
• AI-generated chaos with OpenAI’s Sora
• Why you must log out of your Airbnb streaming accounts…

Hosted by Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, Missy Sorg & Dave Podnar
🎥 Watch the video version & more at AwesomeCast.com

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]]> Surfboards, Baja Cars & Broken GoPros — This Week on AwesomeCast!

Katie returns with stories from the waves as she shares her inspiring First Descents surf adventure in Santa Cruz, designed for cancer survivors. Meanwhile, the team gives a full behind-the-scenes breakdown of their latest wild production at Baja SAE Carolina — from broadcasting out of a U-Haul van to dealing with dusty terrain, wireless camera chaos, and even a GoPro that didn’t survive.

Plus:
• Microsoft raises Game Pass prices again
• Minecraft gets educational about climate change
• AI-generated chaos with OpenAI’s Sora
• Why you must log out of your Airbnb streaming accounts…

Hosted by Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, Missy Sorg & Dave Podnar
🎥 Watch the video version & more at AwesomeCast.com

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]]> AwesomeCast 748: Opus Pro vs CapCut, Mortal Kombat Kollection & Amazon Lens Live Tested! https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/38955 f91d3895-0c21-4d81-a05a-9e4189abf4a3 Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full 11 Sorgatron Media This week on AwesomeCast 748, hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar break down the latest in tech, gadgets, and geek news 56:03 no This week on AwesomeCast 748, hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar break down the latest in tech, gadgets, and geek news: • AI tools for creators: why Opus Pro beats CapCut for quick, high-quality clips • Instagram’s new Picture-in-Picture mode for Reels • Testing Amazon Lens Live for smarter shopping • Retro gaming hype with the Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection and a new He-Man beat-’em-up • Apple event preview: iPhone 17 Air, AirPods 3 with live translation, and more • Plus: Grogu’s big-screen debut, Baja SAE on PBS, and our Awesome Things of the Week 👉 Find links and more at AwesomeCast.com AI tools, Opus Pro, Opus Clip, CapCut, AI video editing, content creator tools, Instagram Reels, Instagram PiP, Amazon Lens Live, Amazon shopping tool, Apple event, iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, AirPods 3, live translation, Apple rumors, Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, Mortal Kombat Kollection, retro gaming, He-Man game, 80s cartoons, PlayStation Classic, Grogu movie, Mandalorian movie, Nintendo Stars, Nintendo movie adaptations, Baja SAE, MotorWeek, PBS Baja SAE, tech podcast, AwesomeCast, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, Dave Podnar This week on AwesomeCast 748, hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar break down the latest in tech, gadgets, and geek news:
• AI tools for creators: why Opus Pro beats CapCut for quick, high-quality clips
• Instagram’s new Picture-in-Picture mode for Reels
• Testing Amazon Lens Live for smarter shopping
• Retro gaming hype with the Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection and a new He-Man beat-’em-up
• Apple event preview: iPhone 17 Air, AirPods 3 with live translation, and more
• Plus: Grogu’s big-screen debut, Baja SAE on PBS, and our Awesome Things of the Week

👉 Find links and more at AwesomeCast.com

]]> This week on AwesomeCast 748, hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar break down the latest in tech, gadgets, and geek news:
• AI tools for creators: why Opus Pro beats CapCut for quick, high-quality clips
• Instagram’s new Picture-in-Picture mode for Reels
• Testing Amazon Lens Live for smarter shopping
• Retro gaming hype with the Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection and a new He-Man beat-’em-up
• Apple event preview: iPhone 17 Air, AirPods 3 with live translation, and more
• Plus: Grogu’s big-screen debut, Baja SAE on PBS, and our Awesome Things of the Week

👉 Find links and more at AwesomeCast.com

]]> AwesomeCast 747: SkillBuilder’s AI Colleagues Are Taking Over Pittsburgh w/ Kit Mueller https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/38951 fecc925d-8d28-4043-bc98-3d764ee53b18 Wed, 27 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full 11 Sorgatron Media AwesomeCast 747 – Floating Bars, Hello Kitty Games, and AI Colleagues Hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar are joined by Kit Mueller of SkillBuilder.io to explore the latest tech, gaming, and Pittsburgh innovations. 1:01:49 no AwesomeCast 747 – Floating Bars, Hello Kitty Games, and AI Colleagues Hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar are joined by Kit Mueller of SkillBuilder.io to explore the latest tech, gaming, and Pittsburgh innovations. • Pittsburgh’s new Riverlife “Shore Thing” floating pop-up on the Allegheny, run by Brew Gentlemen. More info • Nintendo Switch’s Hello Kitty and Friends: Freeze Tag Party launching Nov 2025. Game details • AppleCare One: bundling device protection under one plan. Apple announcement • Google Gemini’s new Flash Image editor for smarter, consistent AI photos. Ars Technica coverage • Chachi’s Video Game Minute: Fallout Season 2 trailer + LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight reveal. • Viral cat-subway build, Apple Watch + AI coaching rumors, and more. • Kit Mueller’s spotlight: how SkillBuilder.io is powering “AI colleagues” across Pittsburgh organizations. awesomecast, awesome cast podcast, pittsburgh tech, pittsburgh podcast, michael sorg, katie dudas, dave podnar, kit mueller, skillbuilder, skillbuilder io, ai colleagues, riverlife shore thing, pittsburgh riverfront, brew gentlemen, floating bar pittsburgh, hello kitty switch, hello kitty freeze tag party, nintendo switch games 2025, applecare one, applecare bundle, macbook pro applecare, google gemini, google flash image, ai image editing, fallout season 2 trailer, fallout amazon prime, lego batman legacy of the dark knight, lego batman 2026, video game news, apple watch ai, apple intelligence, viral cat subway, geek podcast, tech podcast, pittsburgh startup, indy podcast, gadget news AwesomeCast 747 – Floating Bars, Hello Kitty Games, and AI Colleagues
Hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar are joined by Kit Mueller of SkillBuilder.io to explore the latest tech, gaming, and Pittsburgh innovations.
• Pittsburgh’s new Riverlife “Shore Thing” floating pop-up on the Allegheny, run by Brew Gentlemen. More info
• Nintendo Switch’s Hello Kitty and Friends: Freeze Tag Party launching Nov 2025. Game details
• AppleCare One: bundling device protection under one plan. Apple announcement
• Google Gemini’s new Flash Image editor for smarter, consistent AI photos. Ars Technica coverage
• Chachi’s Video Game Minute: Fallout Season 2 trailer + LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight reveal.
• Viral cat-subway build, Apple Watch + AI coaching rumors, and more.
• Kit Mueller’s spotlight: how SkillBuilder.io is powering “AI colleagues” across Pittsburgh organizations.

]]> AwesomeCast 747 – Floating Bars, Hello Kitty Games, and AI Colleagues
Hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar are joined by Kit Mueller of SkillBuilder.io to explore the latest tech, gaming, and Pittsburgh innovations.
• Pittsburgh’s new Riverlife “Shore Thing” floating pop-up on the Allegheny, run by Brew Gentlemen. More info
• Nintendo Switch’s Hello Kitty and Friends: Freeze Tag Party launching Nov 2025. Game details
• AppleCare One: bundling device protection under one plan. Apple announcement
• Google Gemini’s new Flash Image editor for smarter, consistent AI photos. Ars Technica coverage
• Chachi’s Video Game Minute: Fallout Season 2 trailer + LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight reveal.
• Viral cat-subway build, Apple Watch + AI coaching rumors, and more.
• Kit Mueller’s spotlight: how SkillBuilder.io is powering “AI colleagues” across Pittsburgh organizations.

]]> AwesomeCast 697: Count The Fingers: Not Just For Newborns Or Shop Teachers Anymore… https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/38706 6d68608d-5485-40e1-808d-b676c2528dc4 Wed, 07 Aug 2024 01:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full 11 Sorgatron Media 54:36 no This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecastJoin hosts Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas for an exciting episode of AwesomeCast! This week, we dive into Halloween shopping adventures, unique chess games, and intriguing AI-generated art controversies. Here are the highlights: • Hello Kitty Halloween Extravaganza: Katie Dudas shares her delightful discovery of a Hello Kitty Haunted House porcelain piece from Marshalls, detailing each character and their spooky costumes. Find out why Halloween starts early for Hello Kitty fans! • Really Bad Chess: Michael Sorg introduces a quirky chess game available on Apple Arcade and Android. Learn how this game randomizes chess pieces for a fun twist on the classic game. Perfect for chess enthusiasts and newbies alike! • Minesweeper Nostalgia: Sorg brings back memories with a modern take on Minesweeper, available as a Netflix game. Discover the nautical-themed version of this classic game and why it’s become a new addiction. • Duolingo’s Emotional Blackmail: Dive into the controversial marketing tactics of Duolingo, known for its guilt-inducing notifications. Is it effective or just plain manipulative? Find out what Gen Z really thinks. • AI Art at Michaels: Katie discusses the uproar over AI-generated Halloween art at Michaels stores, highlighting the telltale signs of AI involvement and the quality issues that ensued. • Waze and Google Maps Updates: Dave and Sorg explore the new features in Google Maps and Waze, including building entrances, parking information, and more integrated traffic alerts. What’s the future of these navigation giants? • Old-Fashioned Wasp Removal: Dave shares his hilarious and practical experience of using bricks to tackle a persistent hornet’s nest. Home maintenance with a touch of humor! Stay tuned for more exciting episodes and don’t forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell for the latest updates! Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion! You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast! Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds! Visit him at www.kidmental.com Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch! AwesomeCast, Halloween Shopping, Really Bad Chess, Minesweeper Netflix, Duolingo Emotional Blackmail, AI Art Michaels, Waze Updates, Google Maps Updates, DIY Wasp Removal, Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, Katie Dudas, Hello Kitty Haunted House, Apple Arcade, Android Games, Netflix Games, AI Controversies, Navigation Apps, Home Maintenance Tips This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecastJoin hosts Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas for an exciting episode of AwesomeCast! This week, we dive into Halloween shopping adventures, unique chess games, and intriguing AI-generated art controversies. Here are the highlights:

• Hello Kitty Halloween Extravaganza: Katie Dudas shares her delightful discovery of a Hello Kitty Haunted House porcelain piece from Marshalls, detailing each character and their spooky costumes. Find out why Halloween starts early for Hello Kitty fans!

• Really Bad Chess: Michael Sorg introduces a quirky chess game available on Apple Arcade and Android. Learn how this game randomizes chess pieces for a fun twist on the classic game. Perfect for chess enthusiasts and newbies alike!

• Minesweeper Nostalgia: Sorg brings back memories with a modern take on Minesweeper, available as a Netflix game. Discover the nautical-themed version of this classic game and why it’s become a new addiction.

• Duolingo’s Emotional Blackmail: Dive into the controversial marketing tactics of Duolingo, known for its guilt-inducing notifications. Is it effective or just plain manipulative? Find out what Gen Z really thinks.

• AI Art at Michaels: Katie discusses the uproar over AI-generated Halloween art at Michaels stores, highlighting the telltale signs of AI involvement and the quality issues that ensued.

• Waze and Google Maps Updates: Dave and Sorg explore the new features in Google Maps and Waze, including building entrances, parking information, and more integrated traffic alerts. What’s the future of these navigation giants?

• Old-Fashioned Wasp Removal: Dave shares his hilarious and practical experience of using bricks to tackle a persistent hornet’s nest. Home maintenance with a touch of humor!

Stay tuned for more exciting episodes and don’t forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell for the latest updates!

Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com

Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm

Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!

You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!

Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds! Visit him at www.kidmental.com

Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!

]]> This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecastJoin hosts Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas for an exciting episode of AwesomeCast! This week, we dive into Halloween shopping adventures, unique chess games, and intriguing AI-generated art controversies. Here are the highlights:

• Hello Kitty Halloween Extravaganza: Katie Dudas shares her delightful discovery of a Hello Kitty Haunted House porcelain piece from Marshalls, detailing each character and their spooky costumes. Find out why Halloween starts early for Hello Kitty fans!

• Really Bad Chess: Michael Sorg introduces a quirky chess game available on Apple Arcade and Android. Learn how this game randomizes chess pieces for a fun twist on the classic game. Perfect for chess enthusiasts and newbies alike!

• Minesweeper Nostalgia: Sorg brings back memories with a modern take on Minesweeper, available as a Netflix game. Discover the nautical-themed version of this classic game and why it’s become a new addiction.

• Duolingo’s Emotional Blackmail: Dive into the controversial marketing tactics of Duolingo, known for its guilt-inducing notifications. Is it effective or just plain manipulative? Find out what Gen Z really thinks.

• AI Art at Michaels: Katie discusses the uproar over AI-generated Halloween art at Michaels stores, highlighting the telltale signs of AI involvement and the quality issues that ensued.

• Waze and Google Maps Updates: Dave and Sorg explore the new features in Google Maps and Waze, including building entrances, parking information, and more integrated traffic alerts. What’s the future of these navigation giants?

• Old-Fashioned Wasp Removal: Dave shares his hilarious and practical experience of using bricks to tackle a persistent hornet’s nest. Home maintenance with a touch of humor!

Stay tuned for more exciting episodes and don’t forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell for the latest updates!

Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com

Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm

Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!

You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!

Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds! Visit him at www.kidmental.com

Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!

]]> Wrestling Mayhem Show 918: Around the World with "Technical Assassin" Brandon Lee https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/38696 8c001825-f32c-4360-89a2-ab68597e8047 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 01:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full 11 Sorgatron Media 1:31:16 no This week’s episode brought to you by Indy Wrestling US, Slice on Broadway, Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.Patreon.com/WrestlingMayhemShow In this episode of the Wrestling Mayhem Show, we dive into a plethora of professional wrestling topics with our guest, the “Technical Assassin” Brandon Lee. Tune in for an international flavor as we explore the world of wrestling from both sides of the Atlantic. Here’s what you can expect: News Stories and Topics: • Introduction and Crew Update: • Host Mike Sorgat (@Sorgatron) welcomes the regular crew back after a chaotic week, with The Rizz from RizzPlayzGames and Dave Potter from the iPhoneography podcast and Awesome Cast joining the conversation. • Discussion on how both Rizz and Sorg ended up wearing matching Chocomania shirts, leading to a humorous start. Guest Introduction: • Welcoming Brandon Lee, also known as the “Technical Assassin,” who has wrestled for NWA Exodus Pro, Renegade Wrestling Alliance, and Rise Wrestling. He joins to share insights into British wrestling and his experiences in Cleveland. Dominic Mysterio Angle: • Analysis of the ongoing Dominic Mysterio storyline, comparing it to the Eddie Guerrero and Chyna angle. Mention of Jey Uso’s humorous involvement, asking Rhea Ripley to Waffle House. Carlito and Judgment Day: • Discussion on Carlito’s mysterious involvement with the Judgment Day and his ambiguous status within the group. Comments on Carlito’s AJ Styles-like shirt design. Wyatt Six and Rowan’s Video: • Conversation about the Wyatt Six storyline, Rowan’s heartfelt promo discussing the impact of Brodie Lee and Bray Wyatt’s deaths, and the emotional weight it adds to the narrative. Creed Brothers Teaming with Chad Gable: • Excitement over the Creed Brothers teaming with Chad Gable, dressed in suits, and the potential for this new alliance. AEW and Upcoming Events: • Preview of AEW Dynamite 250, featuring a champion vs. champion match between MJF and Swerve Strickland. Speculation on the outcomes and implications for AEW’s future. • Brief mention of the finals of the Owen Hart Tournament and how it impacts current storylines. Ring of Honor and TV Deal Speculations: • Discussion on Ring of Honor getting dedicated TV taping time and the potential changes in their presentation and reach. • Broader conversation on AEW’s television deal and its significance in the wrestling industry. IndyWrestling.us and Upcoming Shows: • Promotions for upcoming events, including RWA’s show featuring Crazy Steve and the new content on IndyWrestling.us. What We Learned Segment: • Host Reflections: • Sorg reflects on how the Monday night wrestling show with Combat One in Detroit exceeded expectations, highlighting Valenje of ICP’s involvement and the unique venue of a roller rink. • Discussion on how this promotion is raising the bar for family-friendly wrestling in Detroit. Conclusion: • Upcoming Matches and Events: • Brandon Lee discusses his upcoming matches and bookings in the UK, including the exciting news about the reboot of World of Sport Wrestling in September. • Hype for the upcoming Exodus Pro show, featuring a 10-man tag match with EC3 and Carson Drake’s teams. Check out the Indy Wrestling US Network at www.indywrestling.network. For a short time, get a 7-day FREE trial to access a growing collection of content. **A special shout out to our Manager Level Patreon supporter Bradley Ruthers (@HeelBradley) Prime Day Deals, iOS 18 Beta, Elgato Stream Deck, Levoit Air Purifier, UTM SE Emulator, Royal Caribbean Virtual Train Ride, Amazon Fire TV, Las Vegas Sphere, Transparent Tech Gadgets, Camel Camel Camel, Michael Sorg, John Chichilla, Katie Dudas, Tech News, Gadgets, Geek Culture, Awesome Cast This week’s episode brought to you by Indy Wrestling US, Slice on Broadway, Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.Patreon.com/WrestlingMayhemShow

In this episode of the Wrestling Mayhem Show, we dive into a plethora of professional wrestling topics with our guest, the “Technical Assassin” Brandon Lee. Tune in for an international flavor as we explore the world of wrestling from both sides of the Atlantic. Here’s what you can expect:

News Stories and Topics:

• Introduction and Crew Update:

• Host Mike Sorgat (@Sorgatron) welcomes the regular crew back after a chaotic week, with The Rizz from RizzPlayzGames and Dave Potter from the iPhoneography podcast and Awesome Cast joining the conversation.

• Discussion on how both Rizz and Sorg ended up wearing matching Chocomania shirts, leading to a humorous start.

Guest Introduction:

• Welcoming Brandon Lee, also known as the “Technical Assassin,” who has wrestled for NWA Exodus Pro, Renegade Wrestling Alliance, and Rise Wrestling. He joins to share insights into British wrestling and his experiences in Cleveland.

Dominic Mysterio Angle:

• Analysis of the ongoing Dominic Mysterio storyline, comparing it to the Eddie Guerrero and Chyna angle. Mention of Jey Uso’s humorous involvement, asking Rhea Ripley to Waffle House.

Carlito and Judgment Day:

• Discussion on Carlito’s mysterious involvement with the Judgment Day and his ambiguous status within the group. Comments on Carlito’s AJ Styles-like shirt design.

Wyatt Six and Rowan’s Video:

• Conversation about the Wyatt Six storyline, Rowan’s heartfelt promo discussing the impact of Brodie Lee and Bray Wyatt’s deaths, and the emotional weight it adds to the narrative.

Creed Brothers Teaming with Chad Gable:

• Excitement over the Creed Brothers teaming with Chad Gable, dressed in suits, and the potential for this new alliance.

AEW and Upcoming Events:

• Preview of AEW Dynamite 250, featuring a champion vs. champion match between MJF and Swerve Strickland. Speculation on the outcomes and implications for AEW’s future.

• Brief mention of the finals of the Owen Hart Tournament and how it impacts current storylines.

Ring of Honor and TV Deal Speculations:

• Discussion on Ring of Honor getting dedicated TV taping time and the potential changes in their presentation and reach.

• Broader conversation on AEW’s television deal and its significance in the wrestling industry.

IndyWrestling.us and Upcoming Shows:

• Promotions for upcoming events, including RWA’s show featuring Crazy Steve and the new content on IndyWrestling.us.

What We Learned Segment:

• Host Reflections:

• Sorg reflects on how the Monday night wrestling show with Combat One in Detroit exceeded expectations, highlighting Valenje of ICP’s involvement and the unique venue of a roller rink.

• Discussion on how this promotion is raising the bar for family-friendly wrestling in Detroit.

Conclusion:

• Upcoming Matches and Events:

• Brandon Lee discusses his upcoming matches and bookings in the UK, including the exciting news about the reboot of World of Sport Wrestling in September.

• Hype for the upcoming Exodus Pro show, featuring a 10-man tag match with EC3 and Carson Drake’s teams.

Check out the Indy Wrestling US Network at www.indywrestling.network. For a short time, get a 7-day FREE trial to access a growing collection of content.

**A special shout out to our Manager Level Patreon supporter Bradley Ruthers (@HeelBradley)

]]> This week’s episode brought to you by Indy Wrestling US, Slice on Broadway, Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.Patreon.com/WrestlingMayhemShow

In this episode of the Wrestling Mayhem Show, we dive into a plethora of professional wrestling topics with our guest, the “Technical Assassin” Brandon Lee. Tune in for an international flavor as we explore the world of wrestling from both sides of the Atlantic. Here’s what you can expect:

News Stories and Topics:

• Introduction and Crew Update:

• Host Mike Sorgat (@Sorgatron) welcomes the regular crew back after a chaotic week, with The Rizz from RizzPlayzGames and Dave Potter from the iPhoneography podcast and Awesome Cast joining the conversation.

• Discussion on how both Rizz and Sorg ended up wearing matching Chocomania shirts, leading to a humorous start.

Guest Introduction:

• Welcoming Brandon Lee, also known as the “Technical Assassin,” who has wrestled for NWA Exodus Pro, Renegade Wrestling Alliance, and Rise Wrestling. He joins to share insights into British wrestling and his experiences in Cleveland.

Dominic Mysterio Angle:

• Analysis of the ongoing Dominic Mysterio storyline, comparing it to the Eddie Guerrero and Chyna angle. Mention of Jey Uso’s humorous involvement, asking Rhea Ripley to Waffle House.

Carlito and Judgment Day:

• Discussion on Carlito’s mysterious involvement with the Judgment Day and his ambiguous status within the group. Comments on Carlito’s AJ Styles-like shirt design.

Wyatt Six and Rowan’s Video:

• Conversation about the Wyatt Six storyline, Rowan’s heartfelt promo discussing the impact of Brodie Lee and Bray Wyatt’s deaths, and the emotional weight it adds to the narrative.

Creed Brothers Teaming with Chad Gable:

• Excitement over the Creed Brothers teaming with Chad Gable, dressed in suits, and the potential for this new alliance.

AEW and Upcoming Events:

• Preview of AEW Dynamite 250, featuring a champion vs. champion match between MJF and Swerve Strickland. Speculation on the outcomes and implications for AEW’s future.

• Brief mention of the finals of the Owen Hart Tournament and how it impacts current storylines.

Ring of Honor and TV Deal Speculations:

• Discussion on Ring of Honor getting dedicated TV taping time and the potential changes in their presentation and reach.

• Broader conversation on AEW’s television deal and its significance in the wrestling industry.

IndyWrestling.us and Upcoming Shows:

• Promotions for upcoming events, including RWA’s show featuring Crazy Steve and the new content on IndyWrestling.us.

What We Learned Segment:

• Host Reflections:

• Sorg reflects on how the Monday night wrestling show with Combat One in Detroit exceeded expectations, highlighting Valenje of ICP’s involvement and the unique venue of a roller rink.

• Discussion on how this promotion is raising the bar for family-friendly wrestling in Detroit.

Conclusion:

• Upcoming Matches and Events:

• Brandon Lee discusses his upcoming matches and bookings in the UK, including the exciting news about the reboot of World of Sport Wrestling in September.

• Hype for the upcoming Exodus Pro show, featuring a 10-man tag match with EC3 and Carson Drake’s teams.

Check out the Indy Wrestling US Network at www.indywrestling.network. For a short time, get a 7-day FREE trial to access a growing collection of content.

**A special shout out to our Manager Level Patreon supporter Bradley Ruthers (@HeelBradley)

]]> ScareHouse Podcast 134: Design Manager Nicole & Operations Manager Nino Discuss Spreadsheets & Show Flow https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2887 b5c5c15e-24db-4cfd-b531-852943e88549 Fri, 08 Feb 2019 14:00:00 -0500 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Dudders sits down with her haunt siblings, Design Manager Nicole and Operations Manager Nino, to discuss spreadsheets, show flow documents, misconceptions of working at a haunted house, and more spreadsheets. 30:55 no Dudders sits down with her haunt siblings, Design Manager Nicole and Operations Manager Nino, to discuss spreadsheets, show flow documents, misconceptions of working at a haunted house, and more spreadsheets. Highlights: * Surprisinging your friends with a podcast. * We answer every haunters’ favorite question, “you’re working on things already?” * Spreadsheets are a haunters BFF. Thank you, Google Drive! * Nino and Nicole have very different opinions on color choice in spreadsheets. * Nino and Nicole outline our showflow documents. We adapted something we learned from Universal Studios. * Our show flow documents break down the attractions into room details including the narrative, actions, scenic, tech, sounds, and smell. * Tech talk with Nino. * You can never have enough reference photos. Nicole talks about her favorite kinds of decay. * Our leadership team is kind of like the Avengers with our own special powers and skills. * Are we still using skills we learned in high school? Kinda. * The misconceptions of working at a haunted house from acting to management. * Getting your build body back. * No time for sleeping, laundry, and showers during the build season. * Most times your coworkers don’t know you’re wearing the same pants several days in a room. * Forming sibling-like relationships with your coworkers. * Leaving work blankets and layers at the haunt because it’s so darn cold. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (<a href="twitter.com/ScareHouseScott">@ScareHouseScott</a>) and Katie “Dudders” (<a href="twitter.com/kdudders">@kdudders</a>) Visit us <a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com</a> Watch us <a href="Youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse</a> Like us <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse</a> Follow us <a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a> tech, design, scenic design, spreadsheets, Pittsburgh, The ScareHouse, ScareHouse, Scare House, Katie Dudas, Dudders, Katie Dudders, ScareHouse Scott, Scott Simmons, Haunted House, Haunt, Podcast, Nino, Nicole Dudders sits down with her haunt siblings, Design Manager Nicole and Operations Manager Nino, to discuss spreadsheets, show flow documents, misconceptions of working at a haunted house, and more spreadsheets.

Highlights:

  • Surprisinging your friends with a podcast.
  • We answer every haunters’ favorite question, “you’re working on things already?”
  • Spreadsheets are a haunters BFF. Thank you, Google Drive!
  • Nino and Nicole have very different opinions on color choice in spreadsheets.
  • Nino and Nicole outline our showflow documents. We adapted something we learned from Universal Studios.
  • Our show flow documents break down the attractions into room details including the narrative, actions, scenic, tech, sounds, and smell.
  • Tech talk with Nino.
  • You can never have enough reference photos. Nicole talks about her favorite kinds of decay.
  • Our leadership team is kind of like the Avengers with our own special powers and skills.
  • Are we still using skills we learned in high school? Kinda.
  • The misconceptions of working at a haunted house from acting to management.
  • Getting your build body back.
  • No time for sleeping, laundry, and showers during the build season.
  • Most times your coworkers don’t know you’re wearing the same pants several days in a room.
  • Forming sibling-like relationships with your coworkers.
  • Leaving work blankets and layers at the haunt because it’s so darn cold.

Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

]]> Dudders sits down with her haunt siblings, Design Manager Nicole and Operations Manager Nino, to discuss spreadsheets, show flow documents, misconceptions of working at a haunted house, and more spreadsheets.

Highlights:

  • Surprisinging your friends with a podcast.
  • We answer every haunters’ favorite question, “you’re working on things already?”
  • Spreadsheets are a haunters BFF. Thank you, Google Drive!
  • Nino and Nicole have very different opinions on color choice in spreadsheets.
  • Nino and Nicole outline our showflow documents. We adapted something we learned from Universal Studios.
  • Our show flow documents break down the attractions into room details including the narrative, actions, scenic, tech, sounds, and smell.
  • Tech talk with Nino.
  • You can never have enough reference photos. Nicole talks about her favorite kinds of decay.
  • Our leadership team is kind of like the Avengers with our own special powers and skills.
  • Are we still using skills we learned in high school? Kinda.
  • The misconceptions of working at a haunted house from acting to management.
  • Getting your build body back.
  • No time for sleeping, laundry, and showers during the build season.
  • Most times your coworkers don’t know you’re wearing the same pants several days in a room.
  • Forming sibling-like relationships with your coworkers.
  • Leaving work blankets and layers at the haunt because it’s so darn cold.

Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

]]> ScareHouse Podcast 133: 2018 ScareHouse Season Recap with Scott Simmons, Katie “Dudders”, and Nino Balistrieri https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2834 8599f5f3-cef2-4a7b-abf3-37821ecae1a5 Thu, 20 Dec 2018 17:00:00 -0500 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Scott, Nino, and Dudders look back on the craziness that was the 2018 ScareHouse season. From creating a zombie themed pop up bar, appearing all over the season, and super fun season, this has been an amazing haunt season! 57:56 no Scott, Nino, and Dudders look back on the craziness that was the 2018 ScareHouse season. From creating a zombie themed pop up bar, appearing all over the season, and super fun season, this has been an amazing haunt season! Highlights: * Bringing the Zombie Den to life in Market Square. * It was a fun and incredibly busy season. * Building the new Pittsburgh Zombies haunt to life and hidden Easter Eggs. * Hot tip 1: Find a graphic designer that enjoys good puns. * The birth of the bike riding zombie and the zombie pickle characters. * Hot tip 2: Get yourself a good leadership team. It will allow you to do more of the things you love. * Nino got to dig into DMX programming this season. * The “peppermint nightmare” at A Creepy Christmas. * ScareHouse’s weird history with Christmas. * How quickly A Creepy Christmas came together. * Adding our humor to A Creepy Christmas. * Bringing back our Krampus props. * Customer and cast reactions to A Creepy Christmas. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders) Visit us <a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com</a> Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse Like us <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse</a> Follow us <a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a> Pittsburgh, The ScareHouse, ScareHouse, Scare House, Katie Dudas, Dudders, Katie Dudders, ScareHouse Scott, Scott Simmons, Haunted House, Haunt, Podcast, Zombie Den, Popup Bar, Romero Lives, Night of the Living Dead, Zombies, A Creepy Christmas, Krampus Scott, Nino, and Dudders look back on the craziness that was the 2018 ScareHouse season. From creating a zombie themed pop up bar, appearing all over the season, and super fun season, this has been an amazing haunt season!

Highlights:

  • Bringing the Zombie Den to life in Market Square.
  • It was a fun and incredibly busy season.
  • Building the new Pittsburgh Zombies haunt to life and hidden Easter Eggs.
  • Hot tip 1: Find a graphic designer that enjoys good puns.
  • The birth of the bike riding zombie and the zombie pickle characters.
  • Hot tip 2: Get yourself a good leadership team. It will allow you to do more of the things you love.
  • Nino got to dig into DMX programming this season.
  • The “peppermint nightmare” at A Creepy Christmas.
  • ScareHouse’s weird history with Christmas.
  • How quickly A Creepy Christmas came together.
  • Adding our humor to A Creepy Christmas.
  • Bringing back our Krampus props.
  • Customer and cast reactions to A Creepy Christmas.

Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

]]> Scott, Nino, and Dudders look back on the craziness that was the 2018 ScareHouse season. From creating a zombie themed pop up bar, appearing all over the season, and super fun season, this has been an amazing haunt season!

Highlights:

  • Bringing the Zombie Den to life in Market Square.
  • It was a fun and incredibly busy season.
  • Building the new Pittsburgh Zombies haunt to life and hidden Easter Eggs.
  • Hot tip 1: Find a graphic designer that enjoys good puns.
  • The birth of the bike riding zombie and the zombie pickle characters.
  • Hot tip 2: Get yourself a good leadership team. It will allow you to do more of the things you love.
  • Nino got to dig into DMX programming this season.
  • The “peppermint nightmare” at A Creepy Christmas.
  • ScareHouse’s weird history with Christmas.
  • How quickly A Creepy Christmas came together.
  • Adding our humor to A Creepy Christmas.
  • Bringing back our Krampus props.
  • Customer and cast reactions to A Creepy Christmas.

Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

]]> ScareHouse Podcast 132: Molly and Travis from Row House Cinema https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2756 47e625f7-fb0b-4be7-8018-322886e04605 Wed, 17 Oct 2018 18:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Molly and Travis sit down with Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” Dudas to discuss Row House Cinema. 1:06:38 yes <li>Row House Cinema is an independent, single screen theater in Lawrenceville.</li> <li>The basement houses Bierport, a bar with retro video games.</li> <li>Row House Cinema began as the dream of Brian Mendelson, enjoying beer at the movies for a fun night out. The remodel took over four and a half years.</li> <li>How they select movies and themes each week using the opinions of staff and public. There is no real formula.</li> <li>Creating a balance between different types of movies they show.</li> <li>Describing the joy of seeing some movies on the big screen.</li> <li>The fun of watching a bad movie with friends in a theater.</li> <li>Which movies they thought would sell well, but didn't (hint: a lot of 80's comedies).</li> <li>Using special events and gimmicks to sell movies.</li> <li>Process to get rights to show movies. Creating a wish list and having patience.</li> <li>Witches Week October 12th-18th.</li> <li>Row House of Horrors Week October 19th-31st.</li> <li>Combing the genres of of horror and comedy.</li> <li>How sound and a dark theater really ups the movie experience.</li> <li>Analog look back: Mystery movie played on a VCR.</li> <li>Travis' Jack Black story.</li> <p>Find Row House Cinema online:<br>Website <a href="https://rowhousecinema.com/">https://rowhousecinema.com</a><br>Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/RowHouseCinemaPGH">https://www.facebook.com/RowHouseCinemaPGH</a><br>Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/RowHouseCinema">https://twitter.com/RowHouseCinema</a><br>YouTube <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rowhousecinema/">https://www.instagram.com/rowhousecinema/</a></p> <p>For more information about Sorgatron Media Studios <a href="http://www.sidekickmediaservices.com/services/">http://www.sidekickmediaservices.com/services/</a></p> <p>Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!</p> <p>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)</p> <p>Visit us <a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com</a><br>Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse<br>Like us <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse</a><br>Follow us <a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></p> Movies, Row House Cinema, Podcast, Haunt, Haunted House, Scott Simmons, ScareHouse Scott, Katie Dudders, Dudders, Katie Dudas, Scare House, ScareHouse, The ScareHouse, Pittsburgh, Brian Mendelson, Beer, Witches Week, Row House of Horrors Week, Horror, Comedy, Analog, VCR, Jack Black
  • Row House Cinema is an independent, single screen theater in Lawrenceville.

  • The basement houses Bierport, a bar with retro video games.

  • Row House Cinema began as the dream of Brian Mendelson, enjoying beer at the movies for a fun night out. The remodel took over four and a half years.

  • How they select movies and themes each week using the opinions of staff and public. There is no real formula.

  • Creating a balance between different types of movies they show.

  • Describing the joy of seeing some movies on the big screen.

  • The fun of watching a bad movie with friends in a theater.

  • Which movies they thought would sell well, but didn't (hint: a lot of 80's comedies).

  • Using special events and gimmicks to sell movies.

  • Process to get rights to show movies. Creating a wish list and having patience.

  • Witches Week October 12th-18th.

  • Row House of Horrors Week October 19th-31st.

  • Combing the genres of of horror and comedy.

  • How sound and a dark theater really ups the movie experience.

  • Analog look back: Mystery movie played on a VCR.

  • Travis' Jack Black story.

    • Find Row House Cinema online:
    Website https://rowhousecinema.com
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RowHouseCinemaPGH
    Twitter https://twitter.com/RowHouseCinema
    YouTube https://www.instagram.com/rowhousecinema/

    For more information about Sorgatron Media Studios http://www.sidekickmediaservices.com/services/

    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

    ]]>
  • Row House Cinema is an independent, single screen theater in Lawrenceville.

  • The basement houses Bierport, a bar with retro video games.

  • Row House Cinema began as the dream of Brian Mendelson, enjoying beer at the movies for a fun night out. The remodel took over four and a half years.

  • How they select movies and themes each week using the opinions of staff and public. There is no real formula.

  • Creating a balance between different types of movies they show.

  • Describing the joy of seeing some movies on the big screen.

  • The fun of watching a bad movie with friends in a theater.

  • Which movies they thought would sell well, but didn't (hint: a lot of 80's comedies).

  • Using special events and gimmicks to sell movies.

  • Process to get rights to show movies. Creating a wish list and having patience.

  • Witches Week October 12th-18th.

  • Row House of Horrors Week October 19th-31st.

  • Combing the genres of of horror and comedy.

  • How sound and a dark theater really ups the movie experience.

  • Analog look back: Mystery movie played on a VCR.

  • Travis' Jack Black story.

    • Find Row House Cinema online:
    Website https://rowhousecinema.com
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RowHouseCinemaPGH
    Twitter https://twitter.com/RowHouseCinema
    YouTube https://www.instagram.com/rowhousecinema/

    For more information about Sorgatron Media Studios http://www.sidekickmediaservices.com/services/

    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

    ]]>     ScareHouse Podcast 131: Jordan Patton Talks FaceOff and DeadNecks https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2636 66f552ec-58ac-42e8-865b-249c8f8e65b4 Fri, 20 Jul 2018 11:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Jordan Patton, a well-liked competitor from Syfy’s FaceOff, sits down with Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” Dudas to discuss FaceOff, his early beginnings at ScareHouse, and DeadNecks. 44:06 no <span>Jordan Patton, a competitor from Syfy’s FaceOff, sits down with Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” Dudas to discuss FaceOff, his early beginnings at ScareHouse, and DeadNecks. </span> <ul> <li><span>Jordan discusses his time on FaceOff and what the process is like on the show </span></li> <li><span>How being on the TV show has changed his day to day life </span></li> <li><span>How Jordan got his start in FX and making masks </span></li> <li><span>Jordan’s first experience with ScareHouse </span></li> <li><span>Learning how to make masks at a young age </span></li> <li><span>Discussing Monsterpalooza, special effects convention in Los Angeles </span></li> <li><span>The beginnings and foundation of DeadNecks</span></li> <li><span>Creating original content and internal branding (the battle between art and commerce) </span></li> <li><span>“Elevator Pitch” for DeadNecks </span></li> <li><span>The future DeadNecks cartoon series and Jordan’s love for cartoons </span></li> <li><span>The FX artists that Jordan looks up too</span></li> <li><span>The craziest actor experiences he’s had at ScareHouse </span></li> <li><span>The budget on FaceOff and how freeing it is</span></li> Find Jordan Patton online: <span>Website </span><span><a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/735402075/deadnecks-original-series">https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/735402075/deadnecks-original-series/ </a></span><span>Facebook </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Deadnecks/">https://www.facebook.com/Deadnecks/ </a></span><span>Twitter </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/jpattonfx">https://twitter.com/jpattonfx </a></span><span>YouTube </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrj9bl01UiiOJU8_8I5zIpg/feed"><span>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrj9bl01UiiOJU88I5zIpg/feedc</span> </a><span>Instagram </span><span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jordanpattonfx/">https://www.instagram.com/jordan_pattonfx/ </a></span> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> </ul> Jordan Patton, a competitor from Syfy’s FaceOff, sits down with Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” Dudas to discuss FaceOff, his early beginnings at ScareHouse, and DeadNecks.

    • Jordan discusses his time on FaceOff and what the process is like on the show

    • How being on the TV show has changed his day to day life

    • How Jordan got his start in FX and making masks

    • Jordan’s first experience with ScareHouse

    • Learning how to make masks at a young age

    • Discussing Monsterpalooza, special effects convention in Los Angeles

    • The beginnings and foundation of DeadNecks

    • Creating original content and internal branding (the battle between art and commerce)

    • “Elevator Pitch” for DeadNecks

    • The future DeadNecks cartoon series and Jordan’s love for cartoons

    • The FX artists that Jordan looks up too

    • The craziest actor experiences he’s had at ScareHouse

    • The budget on FaceOff and how freeing it is

      • Find Jordan Patton online:

      Website https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/735402075/deadnecks-original-series/
      Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Deadnecks/
      Twitter https://twitter.com/jpattonfx
      YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrj9bl01UiiOJU8_8I5zIpg/feedc
      Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jordan_pattonfx/

      Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

      Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

      Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
      Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
      Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
      Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

      ]]> Jordan Patton, a competitor from Syfy’s FaceOff, sits down with Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” Dudas to discuss FaceOff, his early beginnings at ScareHouse, and DeadNecks.

      • Jordan discusses his time on FaceOff and what the process is like on the show

      • How being on the TV show has changed his day to day life

      • How Jordan got his start in FX and making masks

      • Jordan’s first experience with ScareHouse

      • Learning how to make masks at a young age

      • Discussing Monsterpalooza, special effects convention in Los Angeles

      • The beginnings and foundation of DeadNecks

      • Creating original content and internal branding (the battle between art and commerce)

      • “Elevator Pitch” for DeadNecks

      • The future DeadNecks cartoon series and Jordan’s love for cartoons

      • The FX artists that Jordan looks up too

      • The craziest actor experiences he’s had at ScareHouse

      • The budget on FaceOff and how freeing it is

        • Find Jordan Patton online:

        Website https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/735402075/deadnecks-original-series/
        Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Deadnecks/
        Twitter https://twitter.com/jpattonfx
        YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrj9bl01UiiOJU8_8I5zIpg/feedc
        Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jordan_pattonfx/

        Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

        Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

        Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
        Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
        Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
        Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

        ]]> ScareHouse Podcast 130: Pittsburgh Movie Behind the Scenes Legend Steve Parys https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2496 467b3bd6-00d2-4636-878c-f0cb704cd82d Thu, 05 Apr 2018 12:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie "Dudders" chat with Assistant Director and Pittsburgh native Steve Parys. Steve has worked on television shows and movies filmed in Pittsburgh and around the world including Silence of the Lambs, Fear the Walking Dead, and Outsiders. Steve discusses his diverse background and experiences and even shares an incredible story from the set of Silence of the Lambs. 1:12:35 no <em>This episode of the ScareHouse Podcast was recorded at the Sorgatron Media Studio.  Can we help with your Podcast?<a title="Contact Us" href="http://sorgatronmedia.com/contact-us/"> Contact us today!</a></em> <span>Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie "Dudders" chat with Assistant Director and Pittsburgh native Steve Parys. Steve has worked on television shows and movies filmed in Pittsburgh and around the world including Silence of the Lambs, Fear the Walking Dead, and Outsiders. Steve discusses his diverse background and experiences and even shares an incredible story from the set of Silence of the Lambs.</span> <li><span>Scott talks about how he met Steve. </span></li> <li><span>How Steve ended up doing almost everything on the set of Silence of the Lambs. </span></li> <li><span>Moth fire in Buffalo Bill’s basement. </span></li> <li><span>Steve discusses what it was like working with George Romero. </span></li> <li><span>Scott’s experience on the set of the remake of Night of the Living Dead. </span></li> <li><span>Explanation of PA’s film tax credit and how it helps the city. </span></li> <li><span>Pittsburgh’s film industry shift in the 1990s. </span></li> <li><span>Stories from some movies set in Pittsburgh. </span></li> <li><span>Steve talks about his work on Fear the Walking Dead tv show. </span></li> <li><span>Steve explains what an assistant director’s job on a movie or TV show. </span></li> <li><span>Scott dishes about the chaos of a ScareHouse shoot and the importance of having a set schedule. </span></li> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> This episode of the ScareHouse Podcast was recorded at the Sorgatron Media Studio.  Can we help with your Podcast? Contact us today!

        Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie "Dudders" chat with Assistant Director and Pittsburgh native Steve Parys. Steve has worked on television shows and movies filmed in Pittsburgh and around the world including Silence of the Lambs, Fear the Walking Dead, and Outsiders. Steve discusses his diverse background and experiences and even shares an incredible story from the set of Silence of the Lambs.

      • Scott talks about how he met Steve.

      • How Steve ended up doing almost everything on the set of Silence of the Lambs.

      • Moth fire in Buffalo Bill’s basement.

      • Steve discusses what it was like working with George Romero.

      • Scott’s experience on the set of the remake of Night of the Living Dead.

      • Explanation of PA’s film tax credit and how it helps the city.

      • Pittsburgh’s film industry shift in the 1990s.

      • Stories from some movies set in Pittsburgh.

      • Steve talks about his work on Fear the Walking Dead tv show.

      • Steve explains what an assistant director’s job on a movie or TV show.

      • Scott dishes about the chaos of a ScareHouse shoot and the importance of having a set schedule.


        • Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

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        ]]>         This episode of the ScareHouse Podcast was recorded at the Sorgatron Media Studio.  Can we help with your Podcast? Contact us today!

        Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie "Dudders" chat with Assistant Director and Pittsburgh native Steve Parys. Steve has worked on television shows and movies filmed in Pittsburgh and around the world including Silence of the Lambs, Fear the Walking Dead, and Outsiders. Steve discusses his diverse background and experiences and even shares an incredible story from the set of Silence of the Lambs.

      • Scott talks about how he met Steve.

      • How Steve ended up doing almost everything on the set of Silence of the Lambs.

      • Moth fire in Buffalo Bill’s basement.

      • Steve discusses what it was like working with George Romero.

      • Scott’s experience on the set of the remake of Night of the Living Dead.

      • Explanation of PA’s film tax credit and how it helps the city.

      • Pittsburgh’s film industry shift in the 1990s.

      • Stories from some movies set in Pittsburgh.

      • Steve talks about his work on Fear the Walking Dead tv show.

      • Steve explains what an assistant director’s job on a movie or TV show.

      • Scott dishes about the chaos of a ScareHouse shoot and the importance of having a set schedule.


        • Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

        Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)
        Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
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        ]]>         ScareHouse Podcast 129: Fan Q&A with Scott Simmons and Katie "Dudders" https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2486 0886d76e-777d-4350-a0aa-20a624b9c64c Fri, 30 Mar 2018 08:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Before Creative Director Scott Simmons and Director of Sales and Marketing Katie "Dudders" left for Transworld, they recorded a live Q&A podcast where they answered fan questions at Sorgatron Media Studios. Fans submitted questions beforehand on Facebook and live during the recording on Facebook and Instagram. 55:35 no <em>This episode of the ScareHouse Podcast was recorded at the Sorgatron Media Studio.  Can we help with your Podcast?<a title="Contact Us" href="http://sorgatronmedia.com/contact-us/"> Contact us today!</a></em> <span>Before Creative Director Scott Simmons and Director of Sales and Marketing Katie "Dudders" left for Transworld, they recorded a live Q&amp;A podcast where they answered fan questions at Sorgatron Media Studios. Fans submitted questions beforehand on Facebook and live during the recording on Facebook and Instagram. </span> <li><span>What's the most fun part of our jobs. </span></li> <li><span>What the team does the rest of the year. </span></li> <li><span>The boring paperwork behind running a haunted house. </span></li> <li><span>How much of our budget is spent on marketing. </span></li> <li><span>Whether our building is really haunted. </span></li> <li><span>Other haunted houses we visited in 2017: Dent School House, Shocktoberfest, 13th Gate, Cutting Edge. </span></li> <li><span>How we decide what haunts we're going build each year. </span></li> <li><span>We can never have enough clowns. </span></li> <li><span>Behind the scenes tour are ideal for customers that want to stop and see the details. </span></li> <li><span>Whether it's harder to scare people now. </span></li> <li><span>What we think is the future of haunted house technology. </span></li> <li><span>What keeps it fresh for us and whether we'll get tired of doing what we're doing. </span></li> <li><span>Sometimes we're terrible at naming characters. </span></li> <li><span>The three smells we used during Valentine's Day in The Basement. </span></li> <li><span>Do we create characters based on actors or cast actors based on characters. </span></li> <li><span>The ages of the youngest and oldest actors at our haunt. </span></li> <li><span>Scott and Dudders favorite haunts and scenes. </span></li> <li><span>Seeking out advice from other haunted houses. </span></li> <li><span>Any hints for The Basement 2018. </span></li> <li><span>Does the return of Pittsburgh Zombies mean more Dudders and Donnie of the Dead videos? </span></li> <li><span>Last time we were scared. </span></li> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> This episode of the ScareHouse Podcast was recorded at the Sorgatron Media Studio.  Can we help with your Podcast? Contact us today!

        Before Creative Director Scott Simmons and Director of Sales and Marketing Katie "Dudders" left for Transworld, they recorded a live Q&A podcast where they answered fan questions at Sorgatron Media Studios. Fans submitted questions beforehand on Facebook and live during the recording on Facebook and Instagram.

      • What's the most fun part of our jobs.

      • What the team does the rest of the year.

      • The boring paperwork behind running a haunted house.

      • How much of our budget is spent on marketing.

      • Whether our building is really haunted.

      • Other haunted houses we visited in 2017: Dent School House, Shocktoberfest, 13th Gate, Cutting Edge.

      • How we decide what haunts we're going build each year.

      • We can never have enough clowns.

      • Behind the scenes tour are ideal for customers that want to stop and see the details.

      • Whether it's harder to scare people now.

      • What we think is the future of haunted house technology.

      • What keeps it fresh for us and whether we'll get tired of doing what we're doing.

      • Sometimes we're terrible at naming characters.

      • The three smells we used during Valentine's Day in The Basement.

      • Do we create characters based on actors or cast actors based on characters.

      • The ages of the youngest and oldest actors at our haunt.

      • Scott and Dudders favorite haunts and scenes.

      • Seeking out advice from other haunted houses.

      • Any hints for The Basement 2018.

      • Does the return of Pittsburgh Zombies mean more Dudders and Donnie of the Dead videos?

      • Last time we were scared.


        • Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

        Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)
        Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
        Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
        Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
        Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

        ]]>         This episode of the ScareHouse Podcast was recorded at the Sorgatron Media Studio.  Can we help with your Podcast? Contact us today!

        Before Creative Director Scott Simmons and Director of Sales and Marketing Katie "Dudders" left for Transworld, they recorded a live Q&A podcast where they answered fan questions at Sorgatron Media Studios. Fans submitted questions beforehand on Facebook and live during the recording on Facebook and Instagram.

      • What's the most fun part of our jobs.

      • What the team does the rest of the year.

      • The boring paperwork behind running a haunted house.

      • How much of our budget is spent on marketing.

      • Whether our building is really haunted.

      • Other haunted houses we visited in 2017: Dent School House, Shocktoberfest, 13th Gate, Cutting Edge.

      • How we decide what haunts we're going build each year.

      • We can never have enough clowns.

      • Behind the scenes tour are ideal for customers that want to stop and see the details.

      • Whether it's harder to scare people now.

      • What we think is the future of haunted house technology.

      • What keeps it fresh for us and whether we'll get tired of doing what we're doing.

      • Sometimes we're terrible at naming characters.

      • The three smells we used during Valentine's Day in The Basement.

      • Do we create characters based on actors or cast actors based on characters.

      • The ages of the youngest and oldest actors at our haunt.

      • Scott and Dudders favorite haunts and scenes.

      • Seeking out advice from other haunted houses.

      • Any hints for The Basement 2018.

      • Does the return of Pittsburgh Zombies mean more Dudders and Donnie of the Dead videos?

      • Last time we were scared.


        • Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

        Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)
        Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
        Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
        Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
        Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

        ]]>         ScareHouse Podcast 128: Poison Props Adam Johnston https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2469 1ff797d8-b38c-4967-b9d8-c21a7e1ef290 Thu, 15 Mar 2018 14:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie "Dudders" chat with Adam Johnston from Poison Props. Adam has been preying on customer fears and creating haunted house animatronics for 11 years. They discuss how Adam got his start, prepping for a major trade show, and sound design in haunts. Poison Props will be at Transworld later this month. 35:16 no <em>This episode of the ScareHouse Podcast was recorded at the Sorgatron Media Studio.  Can we help with your Podcast?<a title="Contact Us" href="http://sorgatronmedia.com/contact-us/"> Contact us today!</a></em> <li><span>Poison Props has been creating fast, durable haunt house animatronics for 11 years.</span></li> <li><span>ScareHouse has at least one Poison Props animatronic in each of their haunts.</span></li> <li><span>You must be willing to learn and get feedback from your client to run a successful business.</span></li> <li><span>The importance of scalability.</span></li> <li><span>Adam discusses starting out in a one car garage and his sound design background.</span></li> <li><span>What it's like to prep for a major trade show.</span></li> <li><span>Serendipity and finding your life's passion.</span></li> <li><span>How sound can set the mood and immerse the customers in the experience.</span></li> <li><span>The fun, new things Adam is bringing to Transworld.</span></li> Find Adam and Poison Props Online: <span>Website </span><span><a href="http://poisonprops.com">http://poisonprops.com </a></span> <span>Facebook </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/POISON-PROPS-115866798452165">https://www.facebook.com/POISON-PROPS-115866798452165 </a></span> <span>YouTube </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/poisonprops"><span>https://www.youtube.com/poisonprops</span></a> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> This episode of the ScareHouse Podcast was recorded at the Sorgatron Media Studio.  Can we help with your Podcast? Contact us today!

      • Poison Props has been creating fast, durable haunt house animatronics for 11 years.

      • ScareHouse has at least one Poison Props animatronic in each of their haunts.

      • You must be willing to learn and get feedback from your client to run a successful business.

      • The importance of scalability.

      • Adam discusses starting out in a one car garage and his sound design background.

      • What it's like to prep for a major trade show.

      • Serendipity and finding your life's passion.

      • How sound can set the mood and immerse the customers in the experience.

      • The fun, new things Adam is bringing to Transworld.

        • Find Adam and Poison Props Online:

        Website http://poisonprops.com

        Facebook https://www.facebook.com/POISON-PROPS-115866798452165

        YouTube https://www.youtube.com/poisonprops

        Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

        Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

        Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
        Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
        Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
        Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

        ]]>         This episode of the ScareHouse Podcast was recorded at the Sorgatron Media Studio.  Can we help with your Podcast? Contact us today!

      • Poison Props has been creating fast, durable haunt house animatronics for 11 years.

      • ScareHouse has at least one Poison Props animatronic in each of their haunts.

      • You must be willing to learn and get feedback from your client to run a successful business.

      • The importance of scalability.

      • Adam discusses starting out in a one car garage and his sound design background.

      • What it's like to prep for a major trade show.

      • Serendipity and finding your life's passion.

      • How sound can set the mood and immerse the customers in the experience.

      • The fun, new things Adam is bringing to Transworld.

        • Find Adam and Poison Props Online:

        Website http://poisonprops.com

        Facebook https://www.facebook.com/POISON-PROPS-115866798452165

        YouTube https://www.youtube.com/poisonprops

        Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

        Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

        Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
        Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
        Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
        Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

        ]]>         ScareHouse Podcast 127: Themed Attractions Legend Robbi Lepre https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2439 03a2334b-1c45-48df-b90e-2ecf3d112cd9 Thu, 22 Feb 2018 08:00:00 -0500 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Creative Director Scott Simmons introduces Katie "Dudders" to the amazing and inspiring live entertainment shows and events legend, Robbi Lepre. Robbi talks about her almost 40 years of experience in the industry, learning from other haunted attraction experts at trade shows, celebration Robbiween, and the importance of positive connections. You can support Robbi's wellness fund at https://www.gofundme.com/robbi-lepre-wellness-fund 1:15:23 no <span>Creative Director Scott Simmons introduces Katie "Dudders" to the amazing and inspiring live entertainment shows and events legend, Robbi Lepre. Robbi talks about her almost 40 years of experience in the industry, learning from other haunted attraction experts at trade shows, celebration Robbiween, and the importance of positive connections. You can support Robbi's wellness fund at https://www.gofundme.com/robbi-lepre-wellness-fund</span> <ul> <li><span>Robbi discusses her almost 40 years of experience in the live entertainment industry. </span></li> <span>The importance of talking to and listening to experts in other fields. </span><span>Executing and operating large-scale events like Howl-O-Scream and Christmas Town. </span><span>The challenge of working with animals. </span><span>Sometimes Mother Nature is not kind and you have to adjust on the fly. </span><span>Scott and Robbi talk about Robbiween, an event which brought the top influencers in the themed attractions industry to celebrate Robbi. </span><span>Robbi tells us about her current health challenge. </span> For more information about Sorgatron Media Studios <a href="http://www.sidekickmediaservices.com/services/">http://www.sidekickmediaservices.com/services/ Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span></a><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> </ul> Creative Director Scott Simmons introduces Katie "Dudders" to the amazing and inspiring live entertainment shows and events legend, Robbi Lepre. Robbi talks about her almost 40 years of experience in the industry, learning from other haunted attraction experts at trade shows, celebration Robbiween, and the importance of positive connections. You can support Robbi's wellness fund at https://www.gofundme.com/robbi-lepre-wellness-fund

        • Robbi discusses her almost 40 years of experience in the live entertainment industry.
        • The importance of talking to and listening to experts in other fields.
        • Executing and operating large-scale events like Howl-O-Scream and Christmas Town.
        • The challenge of working with animals.
          </li

        • Sometimes Mother Nature is not kind and you have to adjust on the fly.
        • Scott and Robbi talk about Robbiween, an event which brought the top influencers in the themed attractions industry to celebrate Robbi.
        • Robbi tells us about her current health challenge.

          • For more information about Sorgatron Media Studios http://www.sidekickmediaservices.com/services/

          Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!
          Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)
          Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
          Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
          Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
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          ]]> Creative Director Scott Simmons introduces Katie "Dudders" to the amazing and inspiring live entertainment shows and events legend, Robbi Lepre. Robbi talks about her almost 40 years of experience in the industry, learning from other haunted attraction experts at trade shows, celebration Robbiween, and the importance of positive connections. You can support Robbi's wellness fund at https://www.gofundme.com/robbi-lepre-wellness-fund

          • Robbi discusses her almost 40 years of experience in the live entertainment industry.
          • The importance of talking to and listening to experts in other fields.
          • Executing and operating large-scale events like Howl-O-Scream and Christmas Town.
          • The challenge of working with animals.
            </li

          • Sometimes Mother Nature is not kind and you have to adjust on the fly.
          • Scott and Robbi talk about Robbiween, an event which brought the top influencers in the themed attractions industry to celebrate Robbi.
          • Robbi tells us about her current health challenge.

            • For more information about Sorgatron Media Studios http://www.sidekickmediaservices.com/services/

            Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!
            Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)
            Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
            Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
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            Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

            ]]> ScareHouse Podcast 126: Basement Managers Tracy and Kevin https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2405 304699df-ca8c-4c59-abfa-c60d831c946d Fri, 19 Jan 2018 10:00:00 -0500 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Creative Director Scott Simmons and Dir. of Sales and Marketing Katie “Dudders” visit Basement Manager Tracy’s house to chat with her and Basement Assistant Manager (BAM) Kevin about last season of The Basement, transitioning from actor to manager, and planning for Valentine’s Day in The Basement. Wigz, The Basement character Patti’s cat, makes a special guest appearance. 43:55 no <li><span>Tracy discusses the inspiration behind her character Patti from The Basement 2016. </span></li> <li><span>Why the first character you meet from The Basement is the most important one.</span></li> <li><span>Tracy and Kevin discuss what it was like going from The Basement actors to managers. </span></li> <li><span>The challenge of adjusting on the fly in The Basement last season. </span></li> <li><span>Working with high energy actors or “bunch of potty mouthed five year olds after drinking Mt. Dew”.</span></li> <li><span>The Basement auditions: Who should audition? What is the audition process like? </span></li> <li><span>Tracy and Kevin demonstrate what happens at a The Basement audition.</span></li> <li><span>Planning for this year’s Valentine’s Day in The Basement.</span></li> <li><span>Dudders discusses her trip to HauntCon in New Orleans.</span></li> <li><span>Going outside of the haunt industry for inspiration and knowledge. </span></li> <li><span>Kevin’s offseason life changing event. Former zombies need love, too.</span></li> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span>
          • Tracy discusses the inspiration behind her character Patti from The Basement 2016.

          • Why the first character you meet from The Basement is the most important one.

          • Tracy and Kevin discuss what it was like going from The Basement actors to managers.

          • The challenge of adjusting on the fly in The Basement last season.

          • Working with high energy actors or “bunch of potty mouthed five year olds after drinking Mt. Dew”.

          • The Basement auditions: Who should audition? What is the audition process like?

          • Tracy and Kevin demonstrate what happens at a The Basement audition.

          • Planning for this year’s Valentine’s Day in The Basement.

          • Dudders discusses her trip to HauntCon in New Orleans.

          • Going outside of the haunt industry for inspiration and knowledge.

          • Kevin’s offseason life changing event. Former zombies need love, too.

            • Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!
            Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)
            Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
            Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
            Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
            Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

            ]]>
          • Tracy discusses the inspiration behind her character Patti from The Basement 2016.

          • Why the first character you meet from The Basement is the most important one.

          • Tracy and Kevin discuss what it was like going from The Basement actors to managers.

          • The challenge of adjusting on the fly in The Basement last season.

          • Working with high energy actors or “bunch of potty mouthed five year olds after drinking Mt. Dew”.

          • The Basement auditions: Who should audition? What is the audition process like?

          • Tracy and Kevin demonstrate what happens at a The Basement audition.

          • Planning for this year’s Valentine’s Day in The Basement.

          • Dudders discusses her trip to HauntCon in New Orleans.

          • Going outside of the haunt industry for inspiration and knowledge.

          • Kevin’s offseason life changing event. Former zombies need love, too.

            • Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!
            Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)
            Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
            Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
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            ]]>             ScareHouse Podcast 125: 2017 ScareHouse Season Recap with Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2361 c4e3143d-24c2-4780-bb37-59536bf30e04 Thu, 07 Dec 2017 11:00:00 -0500 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media The 2017 ScareHouse season was filled with wild moments that included a German television crew, flugtag, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Star Wars. Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” visit producers Missy and Mike Sorg at Sorgatron Media Studios to look back on 2017 and talk about what’s next for ScareHouse in 2018. 55:14 no <span>The 2017 ScareHouse season was filled with wild moments that included a German television crew, flugtag, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Star Wars. Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” look back on 2017 and talk about what’s next for ScareHouse in 2018.</span> <ul> <li><span>Scott and Dudders are joined by Producers Mike and Missy Sorg at Sorgatron Media Studios to discuss the 2017 ScareHouse season </span></li> <li><span>Mike Sorg discusses his first visit to The Basement</span></li> <li><span>Old school marketing can help you stand out from the crowd in a digital world. </span></li> <li><span>Scott describes the evolution of The Basement and possibly a Basement Multiverse</span></li> <li><span>Scott and Dudders talk about being on a German television show, Galileo TV, where they teach their visitors about the importance of smells such as bore urine in a haunted house</span></li> <li><span>This isn’t the first time they’ve been on an international television. They were on Brazilian show Programa Pânico in 2015 </span></li> <li><span>How that “Pittsburgh Steelers Get Scared” video came to be</span></li> <li><span>The importance of your espace room having a story.</span></li> <li><span>Moving on from The Summoning to The Sunset Lodge</span></li> <li><span>The joy of hiding Easter eggs in the haunt</span></li> <li><span>Dudders reminiscences about the Red Bull Flugtag event and the only flight of the ScareCraft</span></li> <li><span>What it’s like to be in a parade with a crowd yelling “BUNNY!”</span></li> <li><span>Partnering with Burgatory for the ScareHouse Shake which benefits Make Room for Kids, an initiative of the Mario Lemieux Foundation</span></li> <li><span>Star Wars Night: Working with the Starkiller Garrison, Garrison Carida, Microsoft, and the Mario Lemieux Foundation to benefit Make Room for Kids</span></li> <li><span>Never getting to 100% done because we’re always pushing ourselves to the next level.</span></li> <li><span>Being named Pittsburgh’s Best Haunted Attraction three years in a row by City Paper Readers</span></li> <li><span>Dave the Clown, he’s all over the internet and awesome</span></li> <li><span>What happens after the season ends</span></li> <li><span>Plus-ing and tweaking the experience throughout the season</span></li> <li><span>Getting scared by “safe” props in the haunt</span></li> <li><span>Never getting to 100% done because we’re always pushing ourselves to the next level.</span></li> <li><span>What to expect from ScareHouse in 2018</span></li> <li><span>ScareHouse Weekly: Polished perfection to honest reality</span></li> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> </ul> The 2017 ScareHouse season was filled with wild moments that included a German television crew, flugtag, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Star Wars. Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” look back on 2017 and talk about what’s next for ScareHouse in 2018.

            • Scott and Dudders are joined by Producers Mike and Missy Sorg at Sorgatron Media Studios to discuss the 2017 ScareHouse season

            • Mike Sorg discusses his first visit to The Basement

            • Old school marketing can help you stand out from the crowd in a digital world.

            • Scott describes the evolution of The Basement and possibly a Basement Multiverse

            • Scott and Dudders talk about being on a German television show, Galileo TV, where they teach their visitors about the importance of smells such as bore urine in a haunted house

            • This isn’t the first time they’ve been on an international television. They were on Brazilian show Programa Pânico in 2015

            • How that “Pittsburgh Steelers Get Scared” video came to be

            • The importance of your espace room having a story.

            • Moving on from The Summoning to The Sunset Lodge

            • The joy of hiding Easter eggs in the haunt

            • Dudders reminiscences about the Red Bull Flugtag event and the only flight of the ScareCraft

            • What it’s like to be in a parade with a crowd yelling “BUNNY!”

            • Partnering with Burgatory for the ScareHouse Shake which benefits Make Room for Kids, an initiative of the Mario Lemieux Foundation

            • Star Wars Night: Working with the Starkiller Garrison, Garrison Carida, Microsoft, and the Mario Lemieux Foundation to benefit Make Room for Kids

            • Never getting to 100% done because we’re always pushing ourselves to the next level.

            • Being named Pittsburgh’s Best Haunted Attraction three years in a row by City Paper Readers

            • Dave the Clown, he’s all over the internet and awesome

            • What happens after the season ends

            • Plus-ing and tweaking the experience throughout the season

            • Getting scared by “safe” props in the haunt

            • Never getting to 100% done because we’re always pushing ourselves to the next level.

            • What to expect from ScareHouse in 2018

            • ScareHouse Weekly: Polished perfection to honest reality

              • Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

              Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

              Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
              Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
              Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
              Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

              ]]> The 2017 ScareHouse season was filled with wild moments that included a German television crew, flugtag, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Star Wars. Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” look back on 2017 and talk about what’s next for ScareHouse in 2018.

              • Scott and Dudders are joined by Producers Mike and Missy Sorg at Sorgatron Media Studios to discuss the 2017 ScareHouse season

              • Mike Sorg discusses his first visit to The Basement

              • Old school marketing can help you stand out from the crowd in a digital world.

              • Scott describes the evolution of The Basement and possibly a Basement Multiverse

              • Scott and Dudders talk about being on a German television show, Galileo TV, where they teach their visitors about the importance of smells such as bore urine in a haunted house

              • This isn’t the first time they’ve been on an international television. They were on Brazilian show Programa Pânico in 2015

              • How that “Pittsburgh Steelers Get Scared” video came to be

              • The importance of your espace room having a story.

              • Moving on from The Summoning to The Sunset Lodge

              • The joy of hiding Easter eggs in the haunt

              • Dudders reminiscences about the Red Bull Flugtag event and the only flight of the ScareCraft

              • What it’s like to be in a parade with a crowd yelling “BUNNY!”

              • Partnering with Burgatory for the ScareHouse Shake which benefits Make Room for Kids, an initiative of the Mario Lemieux Foundation

              • Star Wars Night: Working with the Starkiller Garrison, Garrison Carida, Microsoft, and the Mario Lemieux Foundation to benefit Make Room for Kids

              • Never getting to 100% done because we’re always pushing ourselves to the next level.

              • Being named Pittsburgh’s Best Haunted Attraction three years in a row by City Paper Readers

              • Dave the Clown, he’s all over the internet and awesome

              • What happens after the season ends

              • Plus-ing and tweaking the experience throughout the season

              • Getting scared by “safe” props in the haunt

              • Never getting to 100% done because we’re always pushing ourselves to the next level.

              • What to expect from ScareHouse in 2018

              • ScareHouse Weekly: Polished perfection to honest reality

                • Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

                ]]> ScareHouse Podcast 124: Kip Polley Pale Night Productions Returns https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2265 8d7045a8-0dbe-4609-a3cd-2e91d96f533c Thu, 28 Sep 2017 10:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media A few weeks before opening night, Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” traveled to Beechview to Sorgatron Media Studios to record a long distance podcast with Kip Polley from Pale Night Productions. Kip was visiting the Southern Illinois Fair with one of his zombie puppets. They chatted with Kip about kids love of zombies, designing haunted attractions for guests of all ages, and being one of the leading innovators in the haunted attraction industry 34:28 no <span>A few weeks before opening night, Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” traveled to Beechview to Sorgatron Media Studios to record a long distance podcast with Kip Polley from Pale Night Productions. Kip was visiting the Southern Illinois Fair with one of his zombie puppets. They chatted with Kip about kids love of zombies, designing haunted attractions and escape rooms for guests of all ages, and being one of the leading innovators in the haunted attraction industry.</span> <ul> <li><span>Pale Night Productions started 13 years ago and provides props for haunted houses and theme parks. They also design turnkey haunted houses and escape rooms. </span></li> <li><span>Incorporating zombies into your marketing.</span></li> <li><span>Old school marketing can help you stand out from the crowd in a digital world. </span></li> <li><span>ScareHouse zombie Donnie may or may not be from the Pale Night Productions family.</span></li> <li><span>Why kids love zombies.</span></li> <li><span>Designing haunted houses and attractions that are fun for guests of all ages. </span></li> <li><span>Discussing the future of escape rooms.</span></li> <li><span>The importance of your espace room having a story.</span></li> <li><span>Trying to keep up with all the new haunt technology.</span></li> <li><span>Looking beyond the haunted attraction industry for inspiration.</span></li> <li><span>Never getting to 100% done because we’re always pushing ourselves to the next level.</span></li> Find Kip and Pale Night Productions Online: <span>Episode 41 ScareHouse Podcast </span><span><a href="https://scarehouse.fireside.fm/41">https://scarehouse.fireside.fm/41 </a></span><span>Website </span><span><a href="http://www.palenightproductions.com">http://www.palenightproductions.com </a></span><span>Facebook </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/palenight">https://www.facebook.com/palenight </a></span><span>Twitter </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/PaleNight_Kip">https://twitter.com/PaleNight_Kip </a></span><span>YouTube </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/kpolley"><span>https://www.youtube.com/user/kpolley</span></a> <span>Ravens Curse </span><span><a href="http://ravenscurse.com">http://ravenscurse.com </a></span> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> </ul> A few weeks before opening night, Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” traveled to Beechview to Sorgatron Media Studios to record a long distance podcast with Kip Polley from Pale Night Productions. Kip was visiting the Southern Illinois Fair with one of his zombie puppets. They chatted with Kip about kids love of zombies, designing haunted attractions and escape rooms for guests of all ages, and being one of the leading innovators in the haunted attraction industry.

                • Pale Night Productions started 13 years ago and provides props for haunted houses and theme parks. They also design turnkey haunted houses and escape rooms.

                • Incorporating zombies into your marketing.

                • Old school marketing can help you stand out from the crowd in a digital world.

                • ScareHouse zombie Donnie may or may not be from the Pale Night Productions family.

                • Why kids love zombies.

                • Designing haunted houses and attractions that are fun for guests of all ages.

                • Discussing the future of escape rooms.

                • The importance of your espace room having a story.

                • Trying to keep up with all the new haunt technology.

                • Looking beyond the haunted attraction industry for inspiration.

                • Never getting to 100% done because we’re always pushing ourselves to the next level.

                  • Find Kip and Pale Night Productions Online:
                  Episode 41 ScareHouse Podcast https://scarehouse.fireside.fm/41
                  Website http://www.palenightproductions.com
                  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/palenight
                  Twitter https://twitter.com/PaleNight_Kip
                  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/kpolley
                  Ravens Curse http://ravenscurse.com

                  Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                  Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                  Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                  Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                  Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                  Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

                  ]]> A few weeks before opening night, Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” traveled to Beechview to Sorgatron Media Studios to record a long distance podcast with Kip Polley from Pale Night Productions. Kip was visiting the Southern Illinois Fair with one of his zombie puppets. They chatted with Kip about kids love of zombies, designing haunted attractions and escape rooms for guests of all ages, and being one of the leading innovators in the haunted attraction industry.

                  • Pale Night Productions started 13 years ago and provides props for haunted houses and theme parks. They also design turnkey haunted houses and escape rooms.

                  • Incorporating zombies into your marketing.

                  • Old school marketing can help you stand out from the crowd in a digital world.

                  • ScareHouse zombie Donnie may or may not be from the Pale Night Productions family.

                  • Why kids love zombies.

                  • Designing haunted houses and attractions that are fun for guests of all ages.

                  • Discussing the future of escape rooms.

                  • The importance of your espace room having a story.

                  • Trying to keep up with all the new haunt technology.

                  • Looking beyond the haunted attraction industry for inspiration.

                  • Never getting to 100% done because we’re always pushing ourselves to the next level.

                    • Find Kip and Pale Night Productions Online:
                    Episode 41 ScareHouse Podcast https://scarehouse.fireside.fm/41
                    Website http://www.palenightproductions.com
                    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/palenight
                    Twitter https://twitter.com/PaleNight_Kip
                    YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/kpolley
                    Ravens Curse http://ravenscurse.com

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

                    ]]> ScareHouse Podcast 122: Top Horror Movie Picks with Sean Collier https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2176 9052e573-2f58-48e5-bdf3-d10fe0d780d0 Sat, 12 Aug 2017 19:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” head down to The Basement with Sean Collier to talk about their favorite horror movies. Sean, Katie, and Scott end the podcast with a discussion about their lists of top horror movies. 1:12:06 no <span>Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” head down to The Basement with Sean Collier to talk about their favorite horror movies. Sean’s passion for movies is evident when he appears on the radio, the comedy stage, his podcast, and when he writes his column for Pittsburgh Magazine. Sean, Katie, and Scott end the podcast with a discussion about their lists of top horror movies.</span> <ul> <li><span>The struggle to get Pittsburghers to leave the house and shake up their routines.</span></li> <li><span>The joy of going to a movie without overly researching or dissecting it.</span></li> <li><span>Scott and Sean see movies as an escape, while Katie worries they will be a timesuck. </span></li> <li><span>Why Scott has to give the design team movie homework.</span></li> <li><span>Our expectations were lower in the 90s.</span></li> <li><span>Scott’s weird ability to remember minor details of movies, but forget what he ate for lunch the day before.</span></li> <li><span>Scott, Sean, and Katie count down their top horror movies and how their lists are constantly changing.</span></li> <li><span>Remarkably, Sean Collier hasn’t seen every movie ever made.</span></li> <li><span>The pros and cons of showing the monster at the end of the movie.</span></li> <li><span>Blair Witch Project’s influence on the horror genre.</span></li> </ul> Find Sean Collier Online: <span>Facebook </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/seancollierpgh/">https://www.facebook.com/seancollierpgh/ </a></span><span>Twitter </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/seancollierpgh">https://twitter.com/seancollierpgh </a></span><span>Podcast You Can’t Handle the Truth </span><span><a href="http://handlethetruthpodcast.com">http://handlethetruthpodcast.com </a></span><span>Pittsburgh Magazine Column Popcorn for Dinner </span><a href="http://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/Best-of-the-Burgh-Blogs/Sean-Colliers-Popcorn-for-Dinner/"><span>http://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/Best-of-the-Burgh-Blogs/Sean-Colliers-Popcorn-for-Dinner/</span></a> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” head down to The Basement with Sean Collier to talk about their favorite horror movies. Sean’s passion for movies is evident when he appears on the radio, the comedy stage, his podcast, and when he writes his column for Pittsburgh Magazine. Sean, Katie, and Scott end the podcast with a discussion about their lists of top horror movies.

                    • The struggle to get Pittsburghers to leave the house and shake up their routines.
                    • The joy of going to a movie without overly researching or dissecting it.
                    • Scott and Sean see movies as an escape, while Katie worries they will be a timesuck.
                    • Why Scott has to give the design team movie homework.
                    • Our expectations were lower in the 90s.
                    • Scott’s weird ability to remember minor details of movies, but forget what he ate for lunch the day before.
                    • Scott, Sean, and Katie count down their top horror movies and how their lists are constantly changing.
                    • Remarkably, Sean Collier hasn’t seen every movie ever made.
                    • The pros and cons of showing the monster at the end of the movie.
                    • Blair Witch Project’s influence on the horror genre.

                    Find Sean Collier Online:

                    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/seancollierpgh/
                    Twitter https://twitter.com/seancollierpgh
                    Podcast You Can’t Handle the Truth http://handlethetruthpodcast.com
                    Pittsburgh Magazine Column Popcorn for Dinner http://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/Best-of-the-Burgh-Blogs/Sean-Colliers-Popcorn-for-Dinner/

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

                    ]]>                     Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” head down to The Basement with Sean Collier to talk about their favorite horror movies. Sean’s passion for movies is evident when he appears on the radio, the comedy stage, his podcast, and when he writes his column for Pittsburgh Magazine. Sean, Katie, and Scott end the podcast with a discussion about their lists of top horror movies.

                    • The struggle to get Pittsburghers to leave the house and shake up their routines.
                    • The joy of going to a movie without overly researching or dissecting it.
                    • Scott and Sean see movies as an escape, while Katie worries they will be a timesuck.
                    • Why Scott has to give the design team movie homework.
                    • Our expectations were lower in the 90s.
                    • Scott’s weird ability to remember minor details of movies, but forget what he ate for lunch the day before.
                    • Scott, Sean, and Katie count down their top horror movies and how their lists are constantly changing.
                    • Remarkably, Sean Collier hasn’t seen every movie ever made.
                    • The pros and cons of showing the monster at the end of the movie.
                    • Blair Witch Project’s influence on the horror genre.

                    Find Sean Collier Online:

                    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/seancollierpgh/
                    Twitter https://twitter.com/seancollierpgh
                    Podcast You Can’t Handle the Truth http://handlethetruthpodcast.com
                    Pittsburgh Magazine Column Popcorn for Dinner http://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/Best-of-the-Burgh-Blogs/Sean-Colliers-Popcorn-for-Dinner/

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

                    ]]>                     ScareHouse Podcast 121: The Dent Schoolhouse with Bud and Aryn https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2156 1f4786bb-5c93-441c-94d4-e6c187846ba1 Sun, 30 Jul 2017 11:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” traveled to Cincinnati, Ohio to visit Bud Stross and Aryn Fox from The Dent Schoolhouse. They chat about the legend of The Dent Schoolhouse, how they got their start in the haunted attraction industry, and the many hats they wear in and out of the haunt. 54:30 no <span>Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” traveled to Cincinnati, Ohio to visit Bud Stross and Aryn Fox from The Dent Schoolhouse. They chat about the legend of The Dent Schoolhouse, how they got their start in the haunted attraction industry, and the many hats they wear in and out of the haunt.</span> <ul> <li><span>The podcast team travels to Cincinnati, Ohio, to visit The Dent Schoolhouse.</span></li> <li><span>Aryn Fox is the makeup manager and Bud Stross is the co-owner along with his dad Chuck and friend Josh Wells.</span></li> <li><span>Bud and Josh began their friendship over a puke barrel and started out as yard haunters.</span></li> <li><span>Why “The Haunted House” is a bad name for a haunted house.</span></li> <li><span>No one gets into the haunted house industry for the spreadsheets.</span></li> <li><span>Aryn got her start as a haunter as a photographer at Midwest Haunters Convention.</span></li> <li><span>How Aryn and Bud’s relationship began in The Dungeon in Baton Rouge.</span></li> <li><span>What it’s like working with your significant other.</span></li> <li><span>Marketing and content creation is on your mind year round.</span></li> <li><span>How a Wolfe Brothers book inspired Aryn’s career in bodypainting.</span></li> <li> <span>Aryn talks about here experience on </span><a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80109536"><span>Skin Wars Season 2</span></a><span>.</span> </li> <li><span>The good and bad of being on national haunted house lists.</span></li> <li><span>Management roles at a haunted house constantly evolve as the business grows.</span></li> <li><span>The importance of surrounding yourself with a great team.</span></li> <li><span>Grunging is a great workout.</span></li> <li><span>The challenge of delivering an incredible experience for both first time customers and repeat visitors.</span></li> <li><span>The value of reviews, even the bad ones.</span></li> <li><span>New at The Dent Schoolhouse this season: Catacombs, clowns, and PTA Fun Festival.</span></li> </ul> For more information about The Dent Schoolhouse: <span>Website </span><a href="http://frightsite.com"><span>http://frightsite.com</span><span> </span></a><span>Like their Facebook page </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/thedentschoolhouse/">https://www.facebook.com/thedentschoolhouse/ </a></span><span>Follow them on Twitter </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/DentSchoolhouse">https://twitter.com/DentSchoolhouse </a></span><span>Like them on Instagram </span><span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thedentschoolhouse/">https://www.instagram.com/thedentschoolhouse/ </a></span><span>Subscribe to their YouTube channel </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/TheDentSchoolhouse"><span>https://www.youtube.com/user/TheDentSchoolhouse</span></a> For more information about Aryn Fox: <span>Find her on Skin Wars Season 2 on Netflix </span><span><a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80109536">https://www.netflix.com/title/80109536 </a></span><span>Instagram </span><span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/arynfoxart/">https://www.instagram.com/arynfoxart/ </a></span><span>Beauty of Art Tattoos </span><a href="https://www.boatattoos.com"><span>https://www.boatattoos.com</span></a> <span>Also visit </span><a href="https://www.beautyandmonsters.com"><span>https://www.beautyandmonsters.com</span></a> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” traveled to Cincinnati, Ohio to visit Bud Stross and Aryn Fox from The Dent Schoolhouse. They chat about the legend of The Dent Schoolhouse, how they got their start in the haunted attraction industry, and the many hats they wear in and out of the haunt.

                    • The podcast team travels to Cincinnati, Ohio, to visit The Dent Schoolhouse.
                    • Aryn Fox is the makeup manager and Bud Stross is the co-owner along with his dad Chuck and friend Josh Wells.
                    • Bud and Josh began their friendship over a puke barrel and started out as yard haunters.
                    • Why “The Haunted House” is a bad name for a haunted house.
                    • No one gets into the haunted house industry for the spreadsheets.
                    • Aryn got her start as a haunter as a photographer at Midwest Haunters Convention.
                    • How Aryn and Bud’s relationship began in The Dungeon in Baton Rouge.
                    • What it’s like working with your significant other.
                    • Marketing and content creation is on your mind year round.
                    • How a Wolfe Brothers book inspired Aryn’s career in bodypainting.
                    • Aryn talks about here experience on Skin Wars Season 2.
                    • The good and bad of being on national haunted house lists.
                    • Management roles at a haunted house constantly evolve as the business grows.
                    • The importance of surrounding yourself with a great team.
                    • Grunging is a great workout.
                    • The challenge of delivering an incredible experience for both first time customers and repeat visitors.
                    • The value of reviews, even the bad ones.
                    • New at The Dent Schoolhouse this season: Catacombs, clowns, and PTA Fun Festival.

                    For more information about The Dent Schoolhouse:

                    Website http://frightsite.com
                    Like their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/thedentschoolhouse/
                    Follow them on Twitter https://twitter.com/DentSchoolhouse
                    Like them on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thedentschoolhouse/
                    Subscribe to their YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/TheDentSchoolhouse

                    For more information about Aryn Fox:

                    Find her on Skin Wars Season 2 on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/title/80109536
                    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arynfoxart/
                    Beauty of Art Tattoos https://www.boatattoos.com

                    Also visit https://www.beautyandmonsters.com

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

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                    ]]>                     Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” traveled to Cincinnati, Ohio to visit Bud Stross and Aryn Fox from The Dent Schoolhouse. They chat about the legend of The Dent Schoolhouse, how they got their start in the haunted attraction industry, and the many hats they wear in and out of the haunt.

                    • The podcast team travels to Cincinnati, Ohio, to visit The Dent Schoolhouse.
                    • Aryn Fox is the makeup manager and Bud Stross is the co-owner along with his dad Chuck and friend Josh Wells.
                    • Bud and Josh began their friendship over a puke barrel and started out as yard haunters.
                    • Why “The Haunted House” is a bad name for a haunted house.
                    • No one gets into the haunted house industry for the spreadsheets.
                    • Aryn got her start as a haunter as a photographer at Midwest Haunters Convention.
                    • How Aryn and Bud’s relationship began in The Dungeon in Baton Rouge.
                    • What it’s like working with your significant other.
                    • Marketing and content creation is on your mind year round.
                    • How a Wolfe Brothers book inspired Aryn’s career in bodypainting.
                    • Aryn talks about here experience on Skin Wars Season 2.
                    • The good and bad of being on national haunted house lists.
                    • Management roles at a haunted house constantly evolve as the business grows.
                    • The importance of surrounding yourself with a great team.
                    • Grunging is a great workout.
                    • The challenge of delivering an incredible experience for both first time customers and repeat visitors.
                    • The value of reviews, even the bad ones.
                    • New at The Dent Schoolhouse this season: Catacombs, clowns, and PTA Fun Festival.

                    For more information about The Dent Schoolhouse:

                    Website http://frightsite.com
                    Like their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/thedentschoolhouse/
                    Follow them on Twitter https://twitter.com/DentSchoolhouse
                    Like them on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thedentschoolhouse/
                    Subscribe to their YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/TheDentSchoolhouse

                    For more information about Aryn Fox:

                    Find her on Skin Wars Season 2 on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/title/80109536
                    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arynfoxart/
                    Beauty of Art Tattoos https://www.boatattoos.com

                    Also visit https://www.beautyandmonsters.com

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

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                    ]]>                     ScareHouse Podcast 120: ScareHouse Actor 001 - Tracy Campbell https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2133 8c8a60a2-016e-4c92-9b53-195832574ab7 Fri, 14 Jul 2017 11:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” chat with veteran actress Tracy Campbell. They discuss Scott and Tracy’s shared television news history, what it’s like to have your face all over ScareHouse marketing, and how props, hair, and music create great ScareHouse videos. 45:14 no <span>Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” chat with veteran actress Tracy Campbell. They discuss Scott and Tracy’s shared television news history, what it’s like to have your face all over ScareHouse marketing, and how props, hair, and music create great ScareHouse videos.</span> <ul> <li><span>Tracy has been part of ScareHouse since 2007.</span></li> <li><span>Tracy met Scott when they both worked at WPXI Channel 11 News.</span></li> <li><span>ScareHouse isn’t the first haunted building that they have worked in.</span></li> <li> <span>WPXI’s (formerly WIIC) original building was home to </span><a href="http://www.chillertheatermemories.com"><span>Chiller Thriller</span></a><span> and </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMzpFZJTeVM"><span>studio wrestling</span></a><span>.</span> </li> <li><span>Tracy talks about the promo spot she appeared in that lived on long after she left the company.</span></li> <li><span>Preparing for Y2K at the news studio.</span></li> <li><span>How MySpace brought Tracy into the ScareHouse family as a goopey ghoul.</span></li> <li><span>ScareHouse was one of the first companies in the area to shoot in HD.</span></li> <li><span>Tracy discusses all the characters she has played since she started at ScareHouse including title character Delirium.</span></li> <li><span>Creating her character Patti, last year’s The Basement rule giver and greeter, using her own personal experience.</span></li> <li><span>Dudders and Tracy talk about working Turn Out the Lights in Pittsburgh Zombies and the creepy things that happened.</span></li> <li><span>How Scott first confirmed that the building was haunted.</span></li> <li><span>Last year was the second year that Tracy’s face appeared in all of marketing materials.</span></li> <li><span>They discuss the unusual directions given and music choices for our shoots.</span></li> <li><span>Dudders and Tracy talk about the New Kids on the Block concert they recently attended.</span></li> <li><span>Creating content that sometimes doesn’t resonate with our audience, but amuses our team.</span></li> <li><span>How props, hair, and music create great ScareHouse videos.</span></li> <li><span>Tracy and Dudders reveal their favorite member of the New Kids on the Block.</span></li> </ul> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” chat with veteran actress Tracy Campbell. They discuss Scott and Tracy’s shared television news history, what it’s like to have your face all over ScareHouse marketing, and how props, hair, and music create great ScareHouse videos.

                    • Tracy has been part of ScareHouse since 2007.
                    • Tracy met Scott when they both worked at WPXI Channel 11 News.
                    • ScareHouse isn’t the first haunted building that they have worked in.
                    • WPXI’s (formerly WIIC) original building was home to Chiller Thriller and studio wrestling.
                    • Tracy talks about the promo spot she appeared in that lived on long after she left the company.
                    • Preparing for Y2K at the news studio.
                    • How MySpace brought Tracy into the ScareHouse family as a goopey ghoul.
                    • ScareHouse was one of the first companies in the area to shoot in HD.
                    • Tracy discusses all the characters she has played since she started at ScareHouse including title character Delirium.
                    • Creating her character Patti, last year’s The Basement rule giver and greeter, using her own personal experience.
                    • Dudders and Tracy talk about working Turn Out the Lights in Pittsburgh Zombies and the creepy things that happened.
                    • How Scott first confirmed that the building was haunted.
                    • Last year was the second year that Tracy’s face appeared in all of marketing materials.
                    • They discuss the unusual directions given and music choices for our shoots.
                    • Dudders and Tracy talk about the New Kids on the Block concert they recently attended.
                    • Creating content that sometimes doesn’t resonate with our audience, but amuses our team.
                    • How props, hair, and music create great ScareHouse videos.
                    • Tracy and Dudders reveal their favorite member of the New Kids on the Block.

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

                    Sponsored By:

                    ]]>                     Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” chat with veteran actress Tracy Campbell. They discuss Scott and Tracy’s shared television news history, what it’s like to have your face all over ScareHouse marketing, and how props, hair, and music create great ScareHouse videos.

                    • Tracy has been part of ScareHouse since 2007.
                    • Tracy met Scott when they both worked at WPXI Channel 11 News.
                    • ScareHouse isn’t the first haunted building that they have worked in.
                    • WPXI’s (formerly WIIC) original building was home to Chiller Thriller and studio wrestling.
                    • Tracy talks about the promo spot she appeared in that lived on long after she left the company.
                    • Preparing for Y2K at the news studio.
                    • How MySpace brought Tracy into the ScareHouse family as a goopey ghoul.
                    • ScareHouse was one of the first companies in the area to shoot in HD.
                    • Tracy discusses all the characters she has played since she started at ScareHouse including title character Delirium.
                    • Creating her character Patti, last year’s The Basement rule giver and greeter, using her own personal experience.
                    • Dudders and Tracy talk about working Turn Out the Lights in Pittsburgh Zombies and the creepy things that happened.
                    • How Scott first confirmed that the building was haunted.
                    • Last year was the second year that Tracy’s face appeared in all of marketing materials.
                    • They discuss the unusual directions given and music choices for our shoots.
                    • Dudders and Tracy talk about the New Kids on the Block concert they recently attended.
                    • Creating content that sometimes doesn’t resonate with our audience, but amuses our team.
                    • How props, hair, and music create great ScareHouse videos.
                    • Tracy and Dudders reveal their favorite member of the New Kids on the Block.

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

                    Sponsored By:

                    ]]>                     ScareHouse Podcast 119: Nick Paradise, Kennywood’s Director of Public Relations and Social Media https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2124 cebef47a-a17f-4d94-9972-4b5ab5d87d82 Sat, 08 Jul 2017 10:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” head to Kennywood to chat with their Director of Public Relations and Social Media, Nick Paradise. They discuss year round marketing of seasonal businesses, innovating while remembering your roots, the value of engaged fan base, and Pittsburghers’ unique bond with Kennywood Park. 35:49 no <span>Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” head to Kennywood to chat with their Director of Public Relations and Social Media, Nick Paradise. They discuss year round marketing of seasonal businesses, innovating while remembering your roots, the value of engaged fan base, and Pittsburghers’ unique bond with Kennywood Park.</span> <ul> <li><span>Operating a seasonal business now requires year round marketing.</span></li> <li><span>Kennywood is adding a new daytime Halloween attraction, Happy Hauntings.</span></li> <li><span>Running a business is like running a household, you may want to add a big addition, but you still have to pay the bills.</span></li> <li><span>Amusement parks are known as much for their food as their rides.</span></li> <li><span>Kennywood was founded in 1898, the park officially opened in 1899.</span></li> <li><span>Balancing nostalgia with the contemporary in a theme park.</span></li> <li><span>Innovating while remembering your roots.</span></li> <li><span>The value of an engaged fan base.</span></li> <li><span>Pittsburghers feel a unique bond with Kennywood which is both a blessing and a curse.</span></li> <li><span>Kennywood has one of last running Noah’s Ark fun house in the world. Nick talks about it’s renovation and bringing back the squishy tongue.</span></li> <li><span>Nick and Dudders appreciate their super fans on social media.</span></li> <li><span>New things at Kennywood this summer: Lego Movie 4D (highly recommended by Nick, Scott, and Dudders), VR on Sky Rocket, and Potato Patch poutine.</span></li> <li><span>Offseason: Happy Hauntings daytime Halloween events, Fright Night, and Holiday Lights running till New Years Eve.</span></li> </ul> Learn more about Kennywood Park: <span>Like them on </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/KennywoodPark">Facebook </a></span><span>Find them on </span><span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kennywoodpark/">Instagram </a></span><span>Follow them on </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kenny_Kangaroo">Twitter</a></span> <span>Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!</span> <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH"><span>https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</span></a> Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” head to Kennywood to chat with their Director of Public Relations and Social Media, Nick Paradise. They discuss year round marketing of seasonal businesses, innovating while remembering your roots, the value of engaged fan base, and Pittsburghers’ unique bond with Kennywood Park.

                    • Operating a seasonal business now requires year round marketing.
                    • Kennywood is adding a new daytime Halloween attraction, Happy Hauntings.
                    • Running a business is like running a household, you may want to add a big addition, but you still have to pay the bills.
                    • Amusement parks are known as much for their food as their rides.
                    • Kennywood was founded in 1898, the park officially opened in 1899.
                    • Balancing nostalgia with the contemporary in a theme park.
                    • Innovating while remembering your roots.
                    • The value of an engaged fan base.
                    • Pittsburghers feel a unique bond with Kennywood which is both a blessing and a curse.
                    • Kennywood has one of last running Noah’s Ark fun house in the world. Nick talks about it’s renovation and bringing back the squishy tongue.
                    • Nick and Dudders appreciate their super fans on social media.
                    • New things at Kennywood this summer: Lego Movie 4D (highly recommended by Nick, Scott, and Dudders), VR on Sky Rocket, and Potato Patch poutine.
                    • Offseason: Happy Hauntings daytime Halloween events, Fright Night, and Holiday Lights running till New Years Eve.

                    Learn more about Kennywood Park:

                    Like them on Facebook
                    Find them on Instagram
                    Follow them on
                    Twitter

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

                    Sponsored By:

                    ]]>                     Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” head to Kennywood to chat with their Director of Public Relations and Social Media, Nick Paradise. They discuss year round marketing of seasonal businesses, innovating while remembering your roots, the value of engaged fan base, and Pittsburghers’ unique bond with Kennywood Park.

                    • Operating a seasonal business now requires year round marketing.
                    • Kennywood is adding a new daytime Halloween attraction, Happy Hauntings.
                    • Running a business is like running a household, you may want to add a big addition, but you still have to pay the bills.
                    • Amusement parks are known as much for their food as their rides.
                    • Kennywood was founded in 1898, the park officially opened in 1899.
                    • Balancing nostalgia with the contemporary in a theme park.
                    • Innovating while remembering your roots.
                    • The value of an engaged fan base.
                    • Pittsburghers feel a unique bond with Kennywood which is both a blessing and a curse.
                    • Kennywood has one of last running Noah’s Ark fun house in the world. Nick talks about it’s renovation and bringing back the squishy tongue.
                    • Nick and Dudders appreciate their super fans on social media.
                    • New things at Kennywood this summer: Lego Movie 4D (highly recommended by Nick, Scott, and Dudders), VR on Sky Rocket, and Potato Patch poutine.
                    • Offseason: Happy Hauntings daytime Halloween events, Fright Night, and Holiday Lights running till New Years Eve.

                    Learn more about Kennywood Park:

                    Like them on Facebook
                    Find them on Instagram
                    Follow them on
                    Twitter

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

                    Sponsored By:

                    ]]>                     ScareHouse Podcast 118: Members of 501st Garrison Carida Star Wars Troop https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2101 b29b80bf-7df2-4dfd-b066-e114b7e081f1 Fri, 23 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” geek out with Tim Gregg, Dan Beltz, and Greg Ochaba, members of the 501st Garrison Carida over everything Star Wars. They talk about the 501st charity missions, what drew them to the group, their first Star Wars experience, and why Scott never saw the original Star Wars (New Hope) movie in theaters. 52:10 no <strong><span>Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” geek out with Tim Gregg, Dan Beltz, and Greg Ochaba, members of the 501st Garrison Carida over everything Star Wars. They talk about the 501st charity missions, what drew them to the group, their first Star Wars experience, and why Scott never saw the original Star Wars (New Hope) movie in theaters.</span></strong> <ul> <li><span>501st is a worldwide costuming organization composed of over 15,000 members, all volunteer</span></li> <li><span>Focus on charity and community work</span></li> <li><span>Began in 1997 with the re-release of original trilogy in theaters</span></li> <li><span>Rebel Legion is a similar, smaller nonprofit with over 4,500 members worldwide</span></li> <li><span>Is it more fun to play the good guy or bad guy?</span></li> <li><span>Realizing the comic potential of Storm Troopers</span></li> <li><span>Lucas Films embracing the 501st and their work</span></li> <li><span>Guidelines, criteria, and review process for costumes</span></li> <li><span>Their first exposure to Star Wars</span></li> <li><span>Why Tim, Dan, and Greg joined the 501st</span></li> <li><span>A young Scott avoided seeing Star Wars in the theater because he was afraid of Chewbacca</span></li> <li><span>Being a Star Wars fan and nerd in the 1980s in West PA was tough</span></li> <li> <span>Personal experiences that resonate with the members including granting a </span><a href="http://newsite.rebellegion.com/jackson-becomes-a-jedi/"><span>Make a Wish child’s wish</span></a><span>, </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9yGvBa1h9g"><span>dancing with “Weird Al” Yankovic</span></a><span>, and handing out toys at Children’s Hospital</span> </li> <li><span>The best way to become a member of the 501st</span></li> <li><span>How to tell Storm Troopers apart</span></li> </ul> For more information about the 501st Garrison Carida and Rebel Legion: 501st Garrison Carida (serving Pennsylvania and Delaware): <ul> <li> <span>Website </span><a href="http://501stgarrisoncarida.org"><span>http://501stgarrisoncarida.org</span></a> </li> <li> <span>Facebook </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/501stgarrisoncarida"><span>https://www.facebook.com/501stgarrisoncarida</span></a> </li> <li> <span>Twitter </span><a href="https://twitter.com/GarrisonCarida"><span>https://twitter.com/GarrisonCarida</span></a> </li> <li> <span>Instagram </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/501stgarrisoncarida/"><span>https://www.instagram.com/501stgarrisoncarida/</span></a> </li> </ul> Ghost Base Rebel Legion: <ul> <li> <span>Website </span><a href="http://ghostbaserl.com"><span>http://ghostbaserl.com</span></a> </li> <li> <span>Facebook </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GhostBaseRL"><span>https://www.facebook.com/GhostBaseRL</span></a> </li> <li> <span>Twitter </span><a href="https://twitter.com/GhostBaseRL"><span>https://twitter.com/GhostBaseRL</span></a> </li> <li> <span>Instagram </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ghostbaserl/"><span>https://www.instagram.com/ghostbaserl/</span></a> </li> </ul> <span>Upcoming 501st Appearances</span> <ul> <li><a href="http://artsandheritage.com"><span>Westmoreland County Arts &amp; Heritage Festival</span></a></li> <li><a href="http://www.brentwoodboro.com/fourth-of-july-celebration.html"><span>Brentwood Borough Fourth of July Celebration</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://replayfx.org/"><span>ReplayFX</span></a></li> </ul> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><strong><span>Follow us </span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH"><span>https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</span></a></strong> Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” geek out with Tim Gregg, Dan Beltz, and Greg Ochaba, members of the 501st Garrison Carida over everything Star Wars. They talk about the 501st charity missions, what drew them to the group, their first Star Wars experience, and why Scott never saw the original Star Wars (New Hope) movie in theaters.

                    • 501st is a worldwide costuming organization composed of over 15,000 members, all volunteer
                    • Focus on charity and community work
                    • Began in 1997 with the re-release of original trilogy in theaters
                    • Rebel Legion is a similar, smaller nonprofit with over 4,500 members worldwide
                    • Is it more fun to play the good guy or bad guy?
                    • Realizing the comic potential of Storm Troopers
                    • Lucas Films embracing the 501st and their work
                    • Guidelines, criteria, and review process for costumes
                    • Their first exposure to Star Wars
                    • Why Tim, Dan, and Greg joined the 501st
                    • A young Scott avoided seeing Star Wars in the theater because he was afraid of Chewbacca
                    • Being a Star Wars fan and nerd in the 1980s in West PA was tough
                    • Personal experiences that resonate with the members including granting a Make a Wish child’s wish, dancing with “Weird Al” Yankovic, and handing out toys at Children’s Hospital
                    • The best way to become a member of the 501st
                    • How to tell Storm Troopers apart

                    For more information about the 501st Garrison Carida and Rebel Legion:

                    501st Garrison Carida (serving Pennsylvania and Delaware):

                    Ghost Base Rebel Legion:

                    Upcoming 501st Appearances

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

                    Sponsored By:

                    ]]>                     Creative Director Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” geek out with Tim Gregg, Dan Beltz, and Greg Ochaba, members of the 501st Garrison Carida over everything Star Wars. They talk about the 501st charity missions, what drew them to the group, their first Star Wars experience, and why Scott never saw the original Star Wars (New Hope) movie in theaters.

                    • 501st is a worldwide costuming organization composed of over 15,000 members, all volunteer
                    • Focus on charity and community work
                    • Began in 1997 with the re-release of original trilogy in theaters
                    • Rebel Legion is a similar, smaller nonprofit with over 4,500 members worldwide
                    • Is it more fun to play the good guy or bad guy?
                    • Realizing the comic potential of Storm Troopers
                    • Lucas Films embracing the 501st and their work
                    • Guidelines, criteria, and review process for costumes
                    • Their first exposure to Star Wars
                    • Why Tim, Dan, and Greg joined the 501st
                    • A young Scott avoided seeing Star Wars in the theater because he was afraid of Chewbacca
                    • Being a Star Wars fan and nerd in the 1980s in West PA was tough
                    • Personal experiences that resonate with the members including granting a Make a Wish child’s wish, dancing with “Weird Al” Yankovic, and handing out toys at Children’s Hospital
                    • The best way to become a member of the 501st
                    • How to tell Storm Troopers apart

                    For more information about the 501st Garrison Carida and Rebel Legion:

                    501st Garrison Carida (serving Pennsylvania and Delaware):

                    Ghost Base Rebel Legion:

                    Upcoming 501st Appearances

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

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                    ]]>                     ScareHouse Podcast 117: Allen and Shannon Hopps https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2085 ac1956e2-d93f-45b5-bc1b-402e5dc92e06 Mon, 12 Jun 2017 14:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Allen Hopps is the "Forrest Gump of the Haunted Attraction Industry" having contributed to several of America's iconic haunted attractions over the last 20 years. Days after high school graduation he drove a moped from Baltimore to Orlando to perform as an actor in a haunted house, and he's never regretted it for a moment since. Allen and his wife Shannon join ScareHouse Creative Director Scott Simmons and ScareHouse actress Jennifer Dallas for an inspiring and entertaining look back at the early days of the haunted attraction industry and a look forward to the new era of highly themed and immersive experiences. 1:27:14 no <span>Allen Hopps is the "Forrest Gump of the Haunted Attraction Industry" having contributed to several of America's iconic haunted attractions over the last 20 years. Days after high school graduation he drove a moped from Baltimore to Orlando to perform as an actor in a haunted house, and he's never regretted it for a moment since.  Allen and his wife Shannon join ScareHouse Creative Director Scott Simmons and ScareHouse actress Jennifer Dallas for an inspiring and entertaining look back at the early days of the haunted attraction industry and a look forward to the new era of highly themed and immersive experiences.</span> <ul> <li><span>The mythology and creative design that drives the DARK HOUR team to produce entirely new productions all year round. </span></li> <li><span>Becoming addicted to haunted houses at 10 years and how a magazine changed his life</span></li> <li> <span>Why "</span><a href="http://photos.orlandoweekly.com/24-shots-of-terror-on-church-street-when-it-was-still-scaring-orlando/?slide=1&amp;screen-shot-2014-08-07-at-10d"><span>Terror on Church Street</span></a><span>" in Orlando was one of the most influential haunted attractions ever</span> </li> <li><span>Allen's marriage is a result of a gargoyle suit and a thousand mile leap of faith. This is a story you will not forget. </span></li> <li><span>Texas is a hotbed for horror and haunted houses</span></li> <li><span>The challenges and rewards of leading a cast of actors into "battle" every night of your season</span></li> <li><span>Why low-tech scares are increasingly effective within high-tech haunted attractions </span></li> <li><span>Skills you need to be a good haunted house actor</span></li> <li><span>Why Allen is so generous with his knowledge, experiences, and secrets via seminars, videos, and online content </span></li> </ul> For more information about Allen Hopps and Dark Hour: <span>Allen Hopps Facebook </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/allen.hopps">https://www.facebook.com/allen.hopps </a></span><span>Stiltbeast Studios DIY Videos </span><span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/StiltbeastStudios">https://www.youtube.com/user/StiltbeastStudios </a></span><span>Website </span><span><a href="http://darkhourhauntedhouse.com">http://darkhourhauntedhouse.com </a></span><span>Instagram </span><span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/darkhourhauntedhouse">https://www.instagram.com/darkhourhauntedhouse </a></span><span>Twitter </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/DarkHourHaunt">https://twitter.com/DarkHourHaunt </a></span><span>Facebook </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/DarkHourHaunt/">https://www.facebook.com/DarkHourHaunt/ </a></span><span>YouTube </span><span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/DarkHourPlano">https://www.youtube.com/user/DarkHourPlano </a></span><span>Stilbeast Studios and Haunt Dawgs </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Stiltbeast-Studios-and-Haunt-Dawgs-274259909253076/"><span>https://www.facebook.com/Stiltbeast-Studios-and-Haunt-Dawgs-274259909253076/</span></a> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> Allen Hopps is the "Forrest Gump of the Haunted Attraction Industry" having contributed to several of America's iconic haunted attractions over the last 20 years. Days after high school graduation he drove a moped from Baltimore to Orlando to perform as an actor in a haunted house, and he's never regretted it for a moment since.  Allen and his wife Shannon join ScareHouse Creative Director Scott Simmons and ScareHouse actress Jennifer Dallas for an inspiring and entertaining look back at the early days of the haunted attraction industry and a look forward to the new era of highly themed and immersive experiences.

                    • The mythology and creative design that drives the DARK HOUR team to produce entirely new productions all year round.
                    • Becoming addicted to haunted houses at 10 years and how a magazine changed his life
                    • Why "Terror on Church Street" in Orlando was one of the most influential haunted attractions ever
                    • Allen's marriage is a result of a gargoyle suit and a thousand mile leap of faith. This is a story you will not forget.
                    • Texas is a hotbed for horror and haunted houses
                    • The challenges and rewards of leading a cast of actors into "battle" every night of your season
                    • Why low-tech scares are increasingly effective within high-tech haunted attractions
                    • Skills you need to be a good haunted house actor
                    • Why Allen is so generous with his knowledge, experiences, and secrets via seminars, videos, and online content

                    For more information about Allen Hopps and Dark Hour:

                    Allen Hopps Facebook https://www.facebook.com/allen.hopps
                    Stiltbeast Studios DIY Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/StiltbeastStudios
                    Website http://darkhourhauntedhouse.com
                    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/darkhourhauntedhouse
                    Twitter https://twitter.com/DarkHourHaunt
                    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DarkHourHaunt/
                    YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/DarkHourPlano
                    Stilbeast Studios and Haunt Dawgs https://www.facebook.com/Stiltbeast-Studios-and-Haunt-Dawgs-274259909253076/

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

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                    ]]>                     Allen Hopps is the "Forrest Gump of the Haunted Attraction Industry" having contributed to several of America's iconic haunted attractions over the last 20 years. Days after high school graduation he drove a moped from Baltimore to Orlando to perform as an actor in a haunted house, and he's never regretted it for a moment since.  Allen and his wife Shannon join ScareHouse Creative Director Scott Simmons and ScareHouse actress Jennifer Dallas for an inspiring and entertaining look back at the early days of the haunted attraction industry and a look forward to the new era of highly themed and immersive experiences.

                    • The mythology and creative design that drives the DARK HOUR team to produce entirely new productions all year round.
                    • Becoming addicted to haunted houses at 10 years and how a magazine changed his life
                    • Why "Terror on Church Street" in Orlando was one of the most influential haunted attractions ever
                    • Allen's marriage is a result of a gargoyle suit and a thousand mile leap of faith. This is a story you will not forget.
                    • Texas is a hotbed for horror and haunted houses
                    • The challenges and rewards of leading a cast of actors into "battle" every night of your season
                    • Why low-tech scares are increasingly effective within high-tech haunted attractions
                    • Skills you need to be a good haunted house actor
                    • Why Allen is so generous with his knowledge, experiences, and secrets via seminars, videos, and online content

                    For more information about Allen Hopps and Dark Hour:

                    Allen Hopps Facebook https://www.facebook.com/allen.hopps
                    Stiltbeast Studios DIY Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/StiltbeastStudios
                    Website http://darkhourhauntedhouse.com
                    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/darkhourhauntedhouse
                    Twitter https://twitter.com/DarkHourHaunt
                    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DarkHourHaunt/
                    YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/DarkHourPlano
                    Stilbeast Studios and Haunt Dawgs https://www.facebook.com/Stiltbeast-Studios-and-Haunt-Dawgs-274259909253076/

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

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                    ]]>                     ScareHouse Podcast 116: Throwback to Jerry from Creepy Collection at 2015 Midwest Haunters Convention https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2075 56a7a3ce-d51c-4ec6-912c-8663bdca3665 Mon, 05 Jun 2017 08:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Throwing it back to the 2015 Midwest Haunters Convention. Our former Director of Operations Crystal caught up with Jerry Dalessandro from Creepy Collection on the show floor. 1:03:21 no <strong><span>Throwing it back to the 2015 Midwest Haunters Convention. Our former Director of Operations Crystal caught up with Jerry </span><span>Dalessandro from Creepy Collection on the show floor.</span></strong> <ul> <li>Looking for zombies? Clowns? Demon dolls?  We got a guy.</li> <li><span>Brooklyn born artist, entrepreneur, and hustler (compliment) Jerry Dalessandro joins ScareHouse Director of Operations Crystal Rupp to talk about Creepy Collection.</span></li> <li><span>Recorded at the Midwest Haunters Convention 2015. </span></li> <li><span>Creepy Collection's ever growing army of zombies, dolls, demons, clowns, and other nightmare props fill the halls of ScareHouse and other haunted attractions all over the world. </span></li> <li> <span>Their work has also have been in the horror movies</span><b> Sibling and The Hole</b><span> and </span><b>On The Lot </b><span>(reality show By Steven Spielberg.</span> </li> </ul>     <span>For more information about Creepy Collection:</span><span> </span><span>Website </span><span><a href="http://creepycollection.com">http://creepycollection.com </a></span><span>Instagram </span><span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/creepycollection/">https://www.instagram.com/creepycollection </a></span><span>Twitter </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/CreepyProps">https://twitter.com/CreepyProps </a></span><span>Facebook </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/creepycollectioncom-144301045582779/"><span>https://www.facebook.com/creepycollectioncom-144301045582779</span></a> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH"><span>https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</span></a> Throwing it back to the 2015 Midwest Haunters Convention. Our former Director of Operations Crystal caught up with Jerry Dalessandro from Creepy Collection on the show floor.

                    • Looking for zombies? Clowns? Demon dolls?  We got a guy.
                    • Brooklyn born artist, entrepreneur, and hustler (compliment) Jerry Dalessandro joins ScareHouse Director of Operations Crystal Rupp to talk about Creepy Collection.
                    • Recorded at the Midwest Haunters Convention 2015.
                    • Creepy Collection's ever growing army of zombies, dolls, demons, clowns, and other nightmare props fill the halls of ScareHouse and other haunted attractions all over the world.
                    • Their work has also have been in the horror movies Sibling and The Hole and On The Lot (reality show By Steven Spielberg.

                     

                     

                    For more information about Creepy Collection:
                    Website http://creepycollection.com
                    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creepycollection
                    Twitter https://twitter.com/CreepyProps
                    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creepycollectioncom-144301045582779

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

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                    ]]>                     Throwing it back to the 2015 Midwest Haunters Convention. Our former Director of Operations Crystal caught up with Jerry Dalessandro from Creepy Collection on the show floor.

                    • Looking for zombies? Clowns? Demon dolls?  We got a guy.
                    • Brooklyn born artist, entrepreneur, and hustler (compliment) Jerry Dalessandro joins ScareHouse Director of Operations Crystal Rupp to talk about Creepy Collection.
                    • Recorded at the Midwest Haunters Convention 2015.
                    • Creepy Collection's ever growing army of zombies, dolls, demons, clowns, and other nightmare props fill the halls of ScareHouse and other haunted attractions all over the world.
                    • Their work has also have been in the horror movies Sibling and The Hole and On The Lot (reality show By Steven Spielberg.

                     

                     

                    For more information about Creepy Collection:
                    Website http://creepycollection.com
                    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creepycollection
                    Twitter https://twitter.com/CreepyProps
                    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creepycollectioncom-144301045582779

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

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                    ]]>                     ScareHouse Podcast 115: Zombie Army, Naked and Scared, and Pushing Haunted House Boundaries https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2066 fab62dda-8070-4e6a-91f2-280d2e86b99e Mon, 29 May 2017 09:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Scott Simmons and Kate "Dudders" Dudas join fellow haunters, hustlers, and provocateurs John Laflamboy (Zombie Army Productions) and Pat Konopelski (Shocktoberfest) for an extended conversation about modern haunted attractions. 1:43:53 no <span>Scott Simmons and Kate "Dudders" Dudas join fellow haunters, hustlers, and provocateurs John Laflamboy (</span><a href="http://www.zombiearmyproductions.com/"><span>Zombie Army Productions</span></a><span>) and Pat Konopelski (</span><a href="http://www.shocktoberfest.com/"><span>Shocktoberfest</span></a><span>) for an extended conversation about modern haunted attractions.</span> <ul> <li><span>John shares the birth and legacy of Chicago's Zombie Army and their much beloved Party Bus</span></li> <li><span>The true story behind the world famous "Naked and Scared" challenge at Shocktoberfest</span></li> <li><span>The controversy within our industry about "extreme haunted houses"</span></li> <li><span>How a theater kid working at a fundraiser found a full time career as a professional haunter</span></li> <li><span>The secrets of growing a brand that celebrates your culture and your people </span></li> <li><span>The importance and thrills of producing original video content all year long </span></li> <li><span>Pat looks back at more than 25 years with Shocktoberfest and how he still finds inspiration from his fellow haunters</span></li> <li><span>The most important element of any successful haunted attraction </span></li> <li><span>The challenges of meeting ever-changing expectations of modern haunt audiences</span></li> <li><span>How the Zombie Army creates the "Appearance of Chaos" </span></li> <li><span>The importance of sharing ideas and creating a community with fellow haunters </span></li> <li><span>Why the haunted attraction industry has retained a remarkable safety record</span></li> <li><span>The continued evolution and boundary pushing nature of haunted attractions </span></li> <li><span>Why Haunted Attractions fulfill our primal needs for the Rite of Passage</span></li> <li><span>John and Pat share remarkable stories about haunted house experiences involving fathers and their children</span></li> </ul> For more information about: <span>John LaFlamboy and Zombie Army Productions visit </span><span><a href="http://www.zombiearmyproductions.com/">http://www.zombiearmyproductions.com/ </a></span> <span>Statesville Haunted Prison visit </span><span><a href="http://www.statesvillehauntedprison.com/">http://www.statesvillehauntedprison.com/ </a></span> <span>Hellsgate Haunted House visit </span><span><a href="http://www.hellsgate.com/">http://www.hellsgate.com/ </a></span> <span>Pat Konopelski and Shocktoberfest visit </span><span><a href="http://shocktoberfest.com/">http://shocktoberfest.com/ </a></span> <span>What Happens in ScareHouse Basement? </span><a href="https://youtu.be/6Sc7Yrtuxjo"><span>https://youtu.be/6Sc7Yrtuxjo</span></a> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> <span><a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/">www.ScareHouse.com </a></span><span>Watch us </span><span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse">Youtube.com/TheScareHouse </a></span><span>Like us </span><span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse">https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse </a></span><span>Follow us </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> Scott Simmons and Kate "Dudders" Dudas join fellow haunters, hustlers, and provocateurs John Laflamboy (Zombie Army Productions) and Pat Konopelski (Shocktoberfest) for an extended conversation about modern haunted attractions.

                    • John shares the birth and legacy of Chicago's Zombie Army and their much beloved Party Bus
                    • The true story behind the world famous "Naked and Scared" challenge at Shocktoberfest
                    • The controversy within our industry about "extreme haunted houses"
                    • How a theater kid working at a fundraiser found a full time career as a professional haunter
                    • The secrets of growing a brand that celebrates your culture and your people
                    • The importance and thrills of producing original video content all year long
                    • Pat looks back at more than 25 years with Shocktoberfest and how he still finds inspiration from his fellow haunters
                    • The most important element of any successful haunted attraction
                    • The challenges of meeting ever-changing expectations of modern haunt audiences
                    • How the Zombie Army creates the "Appearance of Chaos"
                    • The importance of sharing ideas and creating a community with fellow haunters
                    • Why the haunted attraction industry has retained a remarkable safety record
                    • The continued evolution and boundary pushing nature of haunted attractions
                    • Why Haunted Attractions fulfill our primal needs for the Rite of Passage
                    • John and Pat share remarkable stories about haunted house experiences involving fathers and their children

                    For more information about:

                    John LaFlamboy and Zombie Army Productions visit http://www.zombiearmyproductions.com/
                     Statesville Haunted Prison visit http://www.statesvillehauntedprison.com/
                     Hellsgate Haunted House visit http://www.hellsgate.com/
                     Pat Konopelski and Shocktoberfest visit http://shocktoberfest.com/
                     What Happens in ScareHouse Basement? https://youtu.be/6Sc7Yrtuxjo

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

                    Sponsored By:

                    ]]>                     Scott Simmons and Kate "Dudders" Dudas join fellow haunters, hustlers, and provocateurs John Laflamboy (Zombie Army Productions) and Pat Konopelski (Shocktoberfest) for an extended conversation about modern haunted attractions.

                    • John shares the birth and legacy of Chicago's Zombie Army and their much beloved Party Bus
                    • The true story behind the world famous "Naked and Scared" challenge at Shocktoberfest
                    • The controversy within our industry about "extreme haunted houses"
                    • How a theater kid working at a fundraiser found a full time career as a professional haunter
                    • The secrets of growing a brand that celebrates your culture and your people
                    • The importance and thrills of producing original video content all year long
                    • Pat looks back at more than 25 years with Shocktoberfest and how he still finds inspiration from his fellow haunters
                    • The most important element of any successful haunted attraction
                    • The challenges of meeting ever-changing expectations of modern haunt audiences
                    • How the Zombie Army creates the "Appearance of Chaos"
                    • The importance of sharing ideas and creating a community with fellow haunters
                    • Why the haunted attraction industry has retained a remarkable safety record
                    • The continued evolution and boundary pushing nature of haunted attractions
                    • Why Haunted Attractions fulfill our primal needs for the Rite of Passage
                    • John and Pat share remarkable stories about haunted house experiences involving fathers and their children

                    For more information about:

                    John LaFlamboy and Zombie Army Productions visit http://www.zombiearmyproductions.com/
                     Statesville Haunted Prison visit http://www.statesvillehauntedprison.com/
                     Hellsgate Haunted House visit http://www.hellsgate.com/
                     Pat Konopelski and Shocktoberfest visit http://shocktoberfest.com/
                     What Happens in ScareHouse Basement? https://youtu.be/6Sc7Yrtuxjo

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us www.ScareHouse.com
                    Watch us Youtube.com/TheScareHouse
                    Like us https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse
                    Follow us https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

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                    ]]>                     ScareHouse Podcast 114: Glenn and Ursula from Submersive Productions https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2050 a368970f-e595-481f-b619-19422962de4b Mon, 22 May 2017 12:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Creative Director Scott Simmons travels to Baltimore to catch up with former ScareHouse audio masters Glenn Ricci and Ursula Marcum from Submersive Productions to talk about immersive theater. 1:32:23 no <span>Creative Director Scott Simmons travels to Baltimore to catch up with former ScareHouse audio masters Glenn Ricci and Ursula Marcum from </span><a href="http://www.submersiveproductions.com"><span>Submersive Productions</span></a><span> to talk about immersive theater.</span> <ul> <li><span>Scott and Glenn first worked together in sixth grade on a friend’s basement haunt then again at the Cloverleaf YMCA and ScareHouse</span></li> <li> <span>How </span><a href="https://mckittrickhotel.com"><span>Sleep No More</span></a><span> and </span><a href="http://www.thenshefell.com"><span>Then She Fell</span></a><span> inspired The Basement and Submersive Productions</span> </li> <li><span>The struggle to define what immersive theater is and isn’t</span></li> <li><span>How the audience is crucial to the immersive theater experience</span></li> <li> <span>Glenn’s trip to London to experience </span><a href="https://www.punchdrunk.org.uk/the-drowned-man/"><span>The Drowned Man</span></a> </li> <li><span>Glenn and Ursula talk about taking their experiences and unique skill sets to create their own immersive theater shows</span></li> <li><span>How your space can influence the story you are telling</span></li> <li><span>Submersive Productions strives to combine intimacy, free-roaming, and exploratory elements in their shows</span></li> <li> <span>Glenn and Ursula describe their first two shows </span><a href="http://www.submersiveproductions.com"><span>The Mesmeric Revelations! of Edgar Allan Poe</span></a><span> and </span><a href="https://htdarling.tumblr.com/"><span>H.T. Darling’s Incredible Musaeum Presents the New Galapagos Astonishing Acquisitions From the Perisphere</span></a> </li> <li><span>The time and labor behind creation of props that must look authentic</span></li> <li><span>How their version of immersive theater is like four dimensional chess</span></li> <li><span>Integrating puppetry into immersive theater and haunted houses</span></li> <li><span>All space has something to say and all humans are storytellers</span></li> <li><span>Fun ScareHouse fact: The eerie chanting you heard in Forsaken and The Summoning was actually Ursula! Glenn manipulated her voice to create some of the creepiest voices heard in ScareHouse.</span></li> </ul> <span> </span><span>For more information about Submersive Productions visit </span><a href="http://www.submersiveproductions.com"><span>http://www.submersiveproductions.com</span></a> <span>Check out Submersive Productions Facebook page </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/submersiveproductions/"><span>https://www.facebook.com/submersiveproductions/</span></a>   <span>Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!</span>   <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span>   <span>Visit us</span> <a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/"><span>www.ScareHouse.com</span></a> <span>Watch us </span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse"><span>Youtube.com/TheScareHouse</span></a> <span>Like us </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse"><span>https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse</span></a> <span>Follow us </span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH"><span>https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</span></a>   Creative Director Scott Simmons travels to Baltimore to catch up with former ScareHouse audio masters Glenn Ricci and Ursula Marcum from Submersive Productions to talk about immersive theater.

                    • Scott and Glenn first worked together in sixth grade on a friend’s basement haunt then again at the Cloverleaf YMCA and ScareHouse
                    • How Sleep No More and Then She Fell inspired The Basement and Submersive Productions
                    • The struggle to define what immersive theater is and isn’t
                    • How the audience is crucial to the immersive theater experience
                    • Glenn’s trip to London to experience The Drowned Man
                    • Glenn and Ursula talk about taking their experiences and unique skill sets to create their own immersive theater shows
                    • How your space can influence the story you are telling
                    • Submersive Productions strives to combine intimacy, free-roaming, and exploratory elements in their shows
                    • Glenn and Ursula describe their first two shows The Mesmeric Revelations! of Edgar Allan Poe and H.T. Darling’s Incredible Musaeum Presents the New Galapagos Astonishing Acquisitions From the Perisphere
                    • The time and labor behind creation of props that must look authentic
                    • How their version of immersive theater is like four dimensional chess
                    • Integrating puppetry into immersive theater and haunted houses
                    • All space has something to say and all humans are storytellers
                    • Fun ScareHouse fact: The eerie chanting you heard in Forsaken and The Summoning was actually Ursula! Glenn manipulated her voice to create some of the creepiest voices heard in ScareHouse.


                    For more information about Submersive Productions visit http://www.submersiveproductions.com

                    Check out Submersive Productions Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/submersiveproductions/

                     

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                    ]]>                     Creative Director Scott Simmons travels to Baltimore to catch up with former ScareHouse audio masters Glenn Ricci and Ursula Marcum from Submersive Productions to talk about immersive theater.

                    • Scott and Glenn first worked together in sixth grade on a friend’s basement haunt then again at the Cloverleaf YMCA and ScareHouse
                    • How Sleep No More and Then She Fell inspired The Basement and Submersive Productions
                    • The struggle to define what immersive theater is and isn’t
                    • How the audience is crucial to the immersive theater experience
                    • Glenn’s trip to London to experience The Drowned Man
                    • Glenn and Ursula talk about taking their experiences and unique skill sets to create their own immersive theater shows
                    • How your space can influence the story you are telling
                    • Submersive Productions strives to combine intimacy, free-roaming, and exploratory elements in their shows
                    • Glenn and Ursula describe their first two shows The Mesmeric Revelations! of Edgar Allan Poe and H.T. Darling’s Incredible Musaeum Presents the New Galapagos Astonishing Acquisitions From the Perisphere
                    • The time and labor behind creation of props that must look authentic
                    • How their version of immersive theater is like four dimensional chess
                    • Integrating puppetry into immersive theater and haunted houses
                    • All space has something to say and all humans are storytellers
                    • Fun ScareHouse fact: The eerie chanting you heard in Forsaken and The Summoning was actually Ursula! Glenn manipulated her voice to create some of the creepiest voices heard in ScareHouse.


                    For more information about Submersive Productions visit http://www.submersiveproductions.com

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                    ]]>                     ScareHouse Podcast 113: 3 Rivers Comicon With Todd and Jon from New Dimension Comics https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2035 71ba831d-1610-4337-a406-94b3b62db467 Mon, 15 May 2017 10:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Creative Director Scott Simmons catches up with Todd McDevitt and Jon Engel from New Dimensions Comics at Rock Bottom to chat about the comic book industry, pushing your ventures, and 3 Rivers Comicon. 48:08 no <span>Creative Director Scott Simmons catches up with Todd McDevitt and Jon Engel from New Dimensions Comics at </span><a href="http://www.rockbottom.com"><span>Rock Bottom</span></a><span> to chat about the comic book industry, pushing your ventures, and </span><a href="http://3riverscomicon.com"><span>3 Rivers Comicon</span></a><span>. </span> <ul> <li><span>Scott asks Jon and Todd when and how they first got into comic books</span></li> <li><span>Jon talks about how Magic the Gathering was the gateway to comic book collecting and his current job</span></li> <li><span>Todd has been collecting comic books for 31 years and has over two million comic books</span></li> <li><span>Jon and Todd discuss how the comic book industry has changed</span></li> <li><span>Movies have changed comic books and comic books have changed movies</span></li> <li><span>Comic books offer comic book movie lovers background stories and spinoffs</span></li> <li><span>Comic book movies don’t always follow the comic books and comic book stores can help bridge the gap</span></li> <li><span>Want to get (back) into comic books? Each New Dimension Comics location has a recommended reading rack to help you get started</span></li> <li><span>Difficulty of picking what to carry in the stores</span></li> <li><span>Late 1950s horror comic books were regulated by the government</span></li> <li><span>As content creators age, their industries are becoming adult</span></li> <li><span>Todd talks about being an entrepreneur and trying to see how far he can push each venture</span></li> <li><span>Info about 3 Rivers Comicon: Special guests, tons of artists and vendors, gaming, and comic book authentication</span></li> <li><span>Supporting the comic book community and looking at their stores as clubhouses that are judgement free zones</span></li> <li><span>What is an alpha nerd</span></li> </ul> <a href="http://3riverscomicon.com"><span>3 Rivers Comicon</span></a><span>, the convention that is putting the Comic Book back into Comicon, is May 20th-21st at Century III Mall. All ages are welcome. With</span><span> 100+ creators and vendors, 3 Rivers Comicon offers tons of fun for all the nerds in the Burgh.</span> <span>For more information and purchase tickets visit http://3riverscomicon.com</span> <span>Check out their Facebook page </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/3riverscomicon/"><span>https://www.facebook.com/3riverscomicon/</span></a> <span>Are you a comic book fan? Check out one of New Dimension Comics six locations! </span> <span>For more info visit </span><a href="http://ndcomics.com"><span>http://ndcomics.com</span></a> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> - <a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/"><span>www.ScareHouse.com</span></a> <span>Watch us - </span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse"><span>Youtube.com/TheScareHouse</span></a> <span>Like us - </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse"><span>https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse</span></a> <span>Follow us - </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> Creative Director Scott Simmons catches up with Todd McDevitt and Jon Engel from New Dimensions Comics at Rock Bottom to chat about the comic book industry, pushing your ventures, and 3 Rivers Comicon.

                    • Scott asks Jon and Todd when and how they first got into comic books
                    • Jon talks about how Magic the Gathering was the gateway to comic book collecting and his current job
                    • Todd has been collecting comic books for 31 years and has over two million comic books
                    • Jon and Todd discuss how the comic book industry has changed
                    • Movies have changed comic books and comic books have changed movies
                    • Comic books offer comic book movie lovers background stories and spinoffs
                    • Comic book movies don’t always follow the comic books and comic book stores can help bridge the gap
                    • Want to get (back) into comic books? Each New Dimension Comics location has a recommended reading rack to help you get started
                    • Difficulty of picking what to carry in the stores
                    • Late 1950s horror comic books were regulated by the government
                    • As content creators age, their industries are becoming adult
                    • Todd talks about being an entrepreneur and trying to see how far he can push each venture
                    • Info about 3 Rivers Comicon: Special guests, tons of artists and vendors, gaming, and comic book authentication
                    • Supporting the comic book community and looking at their stores as clubhouses that are judgement free zones
                    • What is an alpha nerd

                    3 Rivers Comicon, the convention that is putting the Comic Book back into Comicon, is May 20th-21st at Century III Mall. All ages are welcome. With 100+ creators and vendors, 3 Rivers Comicon offers tons of fun for all the nerds in the Burgh.

                    For more information and purchase tickets visit http://3riverscomicon.com

                    Check out their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/3riverscomicon/

                    Are you a comic book fan? Check out one of New Dimension Comics six locations!

                    For more info visit http://ndcomics.com

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us - www.ScareHouse.com

                    Watch us - Youtube.com/TheScareHouse

                    Like us - https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse

                    Follow us - https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

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                    ]]>                     Creative Director Scott Simmons catches up with Todd McDevitt and Jon Engel from New Dimensions Comics at Rock Bottom to chat about the comic book industry, pushing your ventures, and 3 Rivers Comicon.

                    • Scott asks Jon and Todd when and how they first got into comic books
                    • Jon talks about how Magic the Gathering was the gateway to comic book collecting and his current job
                    • Todd has been collecting comic books for 31 years and has over two million comic books
                    • Jon and Todd discuss how the comic book industry has changed
                    • Movies have changed comic books and comic books have changed movies
                    • Comic books offer comic book movie lovers background stories and spinoffs
                    • Comic book movies don’t always follow the comic books and comic book stores can help bridge the gap
                    • Want to get (back) into comic books? Each New Dimension Comics location has a recommended reading rack to help you get started
                    • Difficulty of picking what to carry in the stores
                    • Late 1950s horror comic books were regulated by the government
                    • As content creators age, their industries are becoming adult
                    • Todd talks about being an entrepreneur and trying to see how far he can push each venture
                    • Info about 3 Rivers Comicon: Special guests, tons of artists and vendors, gaming, and comic book authentication
                    • Supporting the comic book community and looking at their stores as clubhouses that are judgement free zones
                    • What is an alpha nerd

                    3 Rivers Comicon, the convention that is putting the Comic Book back into Comicon, is May 20th-21st at Century III Mall. All ages are welcome. With 100+ creators and vendors, 3 Rivers Comicon offers tons of fun for all the nerds in the Burgh.

                    For more information and purchase tickets visit http://3riverscomicon.com

                    Check out their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/3riverscomicon/

                    Are you a comic book fan? Check out one of New Dimension Comics six locations!

                    For more info visit http://ndcomics.com

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us - www.ScareHouse.com

                    Watch us - Youtube.com/TheScareHouse

                    Like us - https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse

                    Follow us - https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

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                    ]]>                     ScareHouse Podcast 112: Macabre Noir, Aaron Doctor Morose, and The Mad Muse Lori Howsare Discuss Wearing Your Weird on the Outside and Atrocity Exhibition IX https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2022 58b24e98-b768-41dd-a023-d08c1defd09f Sun, 07 May 2017 22:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media The award winning Atrocity Exhibition’s ninth performance will take you to hell. Katie “Dudders” caught up with Macabre Noir, Aaron Doctor Morose, and Lori Howsare “The Mad Muse” at Atrocity’s command center, aka Macabre’s living room. They talk about the creative process, theater theory, and Atrocity Exhibition IX: Inferno. 1:01:46 no <strong><span>The award winning Atrocity Exhibition’s ninth performance will take you to hell. Katie “Dudders” caught up with Macabre Noir, Aaron Doctor Morose, and Lori Howsare “The Mad Muse” at Atrocity’s command center, aka Macabre’s living room. They talk about the creative process, theater theory, and Atrocity Exhibition IX: Inferno.</span></strong> <ul> <li><span>Lori credits her theater education and experience for her ability to be such a successful stage manager</span></li> <li><span>Macabre and Aaron Doctor Morose discuss how the Atrocity Exhibition grew and matured with each new member that joined the family</span></li> <li><span>Through increased expectations from the audience and crew, the performance gets bigger and better every year</span></li> <li><span>Using technology to keep yourself on track</span></li> <li><span>Why “no pants and fire everywhere” would be an excellent tagline for Atrocity</span></li> <li><span>The creative process and how it’s enjoyable torture as opposed to pointy stick torture</span></li> <li><span>Lori discusses turning people back onto literature with her Literary Brothel, where you leave reality, enter a sacred space, and hear good stories</span></li> <li><span>Realizing that your own true story is a good story</span></li> <li><span>How theater helps promote empathy</span></li> <li><span>What is weird to you is someone else’s normal</span></li> <li><span>Lori explains how Atrocity is an example of theatre of cruelty, an academic theory of theatre. Cruelty is not violence; it is the ability to use visions that you’re not usually subjected to reach into the repressed, dark area of the human mind. It is an assault on the senses that heightens your emotions.</span></li> <li><span>Wearing your weird on the outside</span></li> <li><span>How Atrocity Exhibition creates a space for everyone</span></li> <li><span>35 minute mark begins the conversation about Atrocity Exhibition IX: Inferno</span></li> <li><span>The importance of putting together artists that genuinely love their craft and trust each other to make something exciting</span></li> <li><span>Shout out to Zeke’s Coffee for creating the Atrocious Paradiso brew and providing coffee and snacks for the Atrocity Exhibition crew</span></li> <li><span>They appreciate everyone that donates to the Kickstarter. It helps the show grow every year</span></li> </ul> <span>Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!</span> <strong><span><strong><strong> </strong></strong></span></strong><span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <strong><span><strong><strong> </strong></strong></span></strong><span>Visit us -</span> <a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/"><span>www.ScareHouse.com</span></a> <span>Watch us - </span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse"><span>Youtube.com/TheScareHouse</span></a> <span>Like us - </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse"><span>https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse</span></a> <span>Follow us - </span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH"><span>https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</span></a> <strong><span> </span></strong> The award winning Atrocity Exhibition’s ninth performance will take you to hell. Katie “Dudders” caught up with Macabre Noir, Aaron Doctor Morose, and Lori Howsare “The Mad Muse” at Atrocity’s command center, aka Macabre’s living room. They talk about the creative process, theater theory, and Atrocity Exhibition IX: Inferno.

                    • Lori credits her theater education and experience for her ability to be such a successful stage manager
                    • Macabre and Aaron Doctor Morose discuss how the Atrocity Exhibition grew and matured with each new member that joined the family
                    • Through increased expectations from the audience and crew, the performance gets bigger and better every year
                    • Using technology to keep yourself on track
                    • Why “no pants and fire everywhere” would be an excellent tagline for Atrocity
                    • The creative process and how it’s enjoyable torture as opposed to pointy stick torture
                    • Lori discusses turning people back onto literature with her Literary Brothel, where you leave reality, enter a sacred space, and hear good stories
                    • Realizing that your own true story is a good story
                    • How theater helps promote empathy
                    • What is weird to you is someone else’s normal
                    • Lori explains how Atrocity is an example of theatre of cruelty, an academic theory of theatre. Cruelty is not violence; it is the ability to use visions that you’re not usually subjected to reach into the repressed, dark area of the human mind. It is an assault on the senses that heightens your emotions.
                    • Wearing your weird on the outside
                    • How Atrocity Exhibition creates a space for everyone
                    • 35 minute mark begins the conversation about Atrocity Exhibition IX: Inferno
                    • The importance of putting together artists that genuinely love their craft and trust each other to make something exciting
                    • Shout out to Zeke’s Coffee for creating the Atrocious Paradiso brew and providing coffee and snacks for the Atrocity Exhibition crew
                    • They appreciate everyone that donates to the Kickstarter. It helps the show grow every year

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                     Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                     Visit us - www.ScareHouse.com

                    Watch us - Youtube.com/TheScareHouse

                    Like us - https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse

                    Follow us - https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH


                    Sponsored By:

                    ]]>                     The award winning Atrocity Exhibition’s ninth performance will take you to hell. Katie “Dudders” caught up with Macabre Noir, Aaron Doctor Morose, and Lori Howsare “The Mad Muse” at Atrocity’s command center, aka Macabre’s living room. They talk about the creative process, theater theory, and Atrocity Exhibition IX: Inferno.

                    • Lori credits her theater education and experience for her ability to be such a successful stage manager
                    • Macabre and Aaron Doctor Morose discuss how the Atrocity Exhibition grew and matured with each new member that joined the family
                    • Through increased expectations from the audience and crew, the performance gets bigger and better every year
                    • Using technology to keep yourself on track
                    • Why “no pants and fire everywhere” would be an excellent tagline for Atrocity
                    • The creative process and how it’s enjoyable torture as opposed to pointy stick torture
                    • Lori discusses turning people back onto literature with her Literary Brothel, where you leave reality, enter a sacred space, and hear good stories
                    • Realizing that your own true story is a good story
                    • How theater helps promote empathy
                    • What is weird to you is someone else’s normal
                    • Lori explains how Atrocity is an example of theatre of cruelty, an academic theory of theatre. Cruelty is not violence; it is the ability to use visions that you’re not usually subjected to reach into the repressed, dark area of the human mind. It is an assault on the senses that heightens your emotions.
                    • Wearing your weird on the outside
                    • How Atrocity Exhibition creates a space for everyone
                    • 35 minute mark begins the conversation about Atrocity Exhibition IX: Inferno
                    • The importance of putting together artists that genuinely love their craft and trust each other to make something exciting
                    • Shout out to Zeke’s Coffee for creating the Atrocious Paradiso brew and providing coffee and snacks for the Atrocity Exhibition crew
                    • They appreciate everyone that donates to the Kickstarter. It helps the show grow every year

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                     Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                     Visit us - www.ScareHouse.com

                    Watch us - Youtube.com/TheScareHouse

                    Like us - https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse

                    Follow us - https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH


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                    ]]>                     ScareHouse Podcast 111: Over Caffeinated Chat with Rob Johnston About Social Media, Adapting, and Being Genuine with Your Audience https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/2004 d4e589e3-e4b0-45aa-9ecd-c6168dfde499 Fri, 28 Apr 2017 10:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” hang out on a loading dock in Pittsburgh’s Strip District with Rob Johnston to talk about social media and the importance of being genuine with your audience. 56:28 no <span>Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” hang out on a loading dock in Pittsburgh’s Strip District with Rob Johnston to talk about social media and the importance of being genuine with your audience.</span> <span>Highlights:</span> <ul> <li><span>Rob, former ScareHouse Podcast host, reminisces about his favorite ScareHouse Podcast episodes</span></li> <li><span>Discussing the rise and fall of Vine</span></li> <li><span>Why Vine was such a great fit for Rob’s creative vision and how enjoyed the challenge</span></li> <li><span>Using old school techniques and humor to engage with today’s audience</span></li> <li><span>Rob’s one Vine that went horribly wrong</span></li> <li><span>Having to let things go in order to grow</span></li> <li><span>Rob talks about his most elaborate Vines and the clean up involved</span></li> <li><span>The importance of using customer data and analyzing engagement in haunt building and social media content creation</span></li> <li><span>Being relatable to your audience</span></li> <li><span>Rob talks about his coffee dumping Vine that turned into a gif sensation</span></li> <li><span>Trying to protect the content you’ve created in a social media world</span></li> <li><span>Why the top 20 content creators of Vine were responsible for its downfall</span></li> <li><span>What’s next for social media platforms</span></li> <li><span>ScareHouse and Rob’s big payoffs for taking a chance and changing to anticipate where their audiences are going</span></li> <li><span>Scott discusses The Simpsons and how they “got it” all those years ago</span></li> <li><span>The importance of being honest and genuine with your audience</span></li> </ul> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott"><span>ScareHouseScott</span></a><span>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us -</span> <a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/"><span>www.ScareHouse.com</span></a> <span>Watch us - </span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse"><span>Youtube.com/TheScareHouse</span></a> <span>Like us - </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse"><span>https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse</span></a> <span>Follow us - </span><span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH">https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</a></span> Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” hang out on a loading dock in Pittsburgh’s Strip District with Rob Johnston to talk about social media and the importance of being genuine with your audience.

                    Highlights:

                    • Rob, former ScareHouse Podcast host, reminisces about his favorite ScareHouse Podcast episodes
                    • Discussing the rise and fall of Vine
                    • Why Vine was such a great fit for Rob’s creative vision and how enjoyed the challenge
                    • Using old school techniques and humor to engage with today’s audience
                    • Rob’s one Vine that went horribly wrong
                    • Having to let things go in order to grow
                    • Rob talks about his most elaborate Vines and the clean up involved
                    • The importance of using customer data and analyzing engagement in haunt building and social media content creation
                    • Being relatable to your audience
                    • Rob talks about his coffee dumping Vine that turned into a gif sensation
                    • Trying to protect the content you’ve created in a social media world
                    • Why the top 20 content creators of Vine were responsible for its downfall
                    • What’s next for social media platforms
                    • ScareHouse and Rob’s big payoffs for taking a chance and changing to anticipate where their audiences are going
                    • Scott discusses The Simpsons and how they “got it” all those years ago
                    • The importance of being honest and genuine with your audience

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us - www.ScareHouse.com

                    Watch us - Youtube.com/TheScareHouse

                    Like us - https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse

                    Follow us - https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

                    Sponsored By:

                    ]]>                     Scott Simmons and Katie “Dudders” hang out on a loading dock in Pittsburgh’s Strip District with Rob Johnston to talk about social media and the importance of being genuine with your audience.

                    Highlights:

                    • Rob, former ScareHouse Podcast host, reminisces about his favorite ScareHouse Podcast episodes
                    • Discussing the rise and fall of Vine
                    • Why Vine was such a great fit for Rob’s creative vision and how enjoyed the challenge
                    • Using old school techniques and humor to engage with today’s audience
                    • Rob’s one Vine that went horribly wrong
                    • Having to let things go in order to grow
                    • Rob talks about his most elaborate Vines and the clean up involved
                    • The importance of using customer data and analyzing engagement in haunt building and social media content creation
                    • Being relatable to your audience
                    • Rob talks about his coffee dumping Vine that turned into a gif sensation
                    • Trying to protect the content you’ve created in a social media world
                    • Why the top 20 content creators of Vine were responsible for its downfall
                    • What’s next for social media platforms
                    • ScareHouse and Rob’s big payoffs for taking a chance and changing to anticipate where their audiences are going
                    • Scott discusses The Simpsons and how they “got it” all those years ago
                    • The importance of being honest and genuine with your audience

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us - www.ScareHouse.com

                    Watch us - Youtube.com/TheScareHouse

                    Like us - https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse

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                    ]]>                     ScareHouse Podcast 110: Exploring the Pittsburgh Burlesque Scene with Boom Boom Bridgette, Moon, & Thea Biss https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/1991 11b580cf-3095-49aa-945a-e1de1de730e3 Fri, 21 Apr 2017 11:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media Katie “Dudders” sits down with Pittsburgh Burlesque performers and members of the ScareHouse family, Boom Boom Bridgette, Moon, and Thea Biss. The ladies discuss Pittsburgh’s current burlesque scene, what attracted them to performing, and how burlesque is all about loving yourself and your body. 1:01:43 no <span>Katie “Dudders” sits down with Pittsburgh Burlesque performers and members of the ScareHouse family, </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/boomboombridgette2/"><span>Boom Boom Bridgette</span></a><span>, </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/moonperformingarts"><span>Moon</span></a><span>, and </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/misstheabiss"><span>Thea Biss</span></a><span>. The ladies discuss Pittsburgh’s current burlesque scene, what attracted them to performing, and how burlesque is all about loving yourself and your body.</span> Highlights: <ul> <li><span>A discussion about the various styles of burlesque</span></li> <li><span>Creating a stage name</span></li> <li><span>Why it’s dangerous to kick off your shoes during a performance</span></li> <li><span>Moon tells us about the time she drop kicked a Serta sheep into the audience</span></li> <li><span>Burlesque is for every body</span></li> <li><span>How people are like cheesecake and why you should try more than one piece</span></li> <li><span>Using what makes you different and unique to make you a better performer</span></li> <li><span>Importance of seeking out supportive people. If you haven’t found them yet, keep looking. They’re out there.</span></li> </ul> <span>Boom Boom Bridgette is the seasoned veteran who has been performing since 2011. She is also a producer, </span><span>Founder of Pin Up Perfection Productions, and owner of </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/boomboombangphotography/"><span>Boom Boom Bang Photography</span></a><span>. She was the Master of Tassels 2014 and 2016 and International Master of Tassels first runner up 2016.</span> <span>Moon’s love of the raver scene inspired her to develop her hula-hooping skills. She is also a dancer, contortionist, and fire eater. She was crowned </span><span>2016 Pittsburgh Pride Femme Fatale.</span> Thea Biss, the kitten of the group, is incredibly upbeat, eager learner, and avid burlesque researcher. Her background is in acting and spoken word poetry. Supportive women such as Bridgette inspired her to take the stage. For more information about Boom Boom Bridgette, Moon, and Thea Biss’ upcoming shows visit: <p><span>May 5 - </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/302524093495723"><span>Revenge of the 5th</span></a><span> - Glitter Box Theater</span></p> <p><span>May 19 - </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1296055477149116/"><span>Newbies and Bewbies</span></a><span> - Hambones</span></p> <p><span>May 26 - </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/116403498904814"><span>2017 Cupcake Pageant</span></a><span> - Hambones</span></p> Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it! <span>Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@<a href="http://twitter.com/ScareHouseScott">ScareHouseScott</a>) and Katie “Dudders” (@</span><a href="https://twitter.com/Kdudders"><span>kdudders</span></a><span>)</span> <span>Visit us</span> - <a href="http://www.scarehouse.com/"><span>www.ScareHouse.com</span></a> <span>Watch us - </span><a href="http://youtube.com/TheScareHouse"><span>Youtube.com/TheScareHouse</span></a> <span>Like us - </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/scarehouse"><span>https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse</span></a> <span>Follow us - </span><a href="https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH"><span>https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH</span></a> Katie “Dudders” sits down with Pittsburgh Burlesque performers and members of the ScareHouse family, Boom Boom Bridgette, Moon, and Thea Biss. The ladies discuss Pittsburgh’s current burlesque scene, what attracted them to performing, and how burlesque is all about loving yourself and your body.

                    Highlights:

                    • A discussion about the various styles of burlesque
                    • Creating a stage name
                    • Why it’s dangerous to kick off your shoes during a performance
                    • Moon tells us about the time she drop kicked a Serta sheep into the audience
                    • Burlesque is for every body
                    • How people are like cheesecake and why you should try more than one piece
                    • Using what makes you different and unique to make you a better performer
                    • Importance of seeking out supportive people. If you haven’t found them yet, keep looking. They’re out there.

                    Boom Boom Bridgette is the seasoned veteran who has been performing since 2011. She is also a producer, Founder of Pin Up Perfection Productions, and owner of Boom Boom Bang Photography. She was the Master of Tassels 2014 and 2016 and International Master of Tassels first runner up 2016.

                    Moon’s love of the raver scene inspired her to develop her hula-hooping skills. She is also a dancer, contortionist, and fire eater. She was crowned 2016 Pittsburgh Pride Femme Fatale.

                    Thea Biss, the kitten of the group, is incredibly upbeat, eager learner, and avid burlesque researcher. Her background is in acting and spoken word poetry. Supportive women such as Bridgette inspired her to take the stage.

                    For more information about Boom Boom Bridgette, Moon, and Thea Biss’ upcoming shows visit:

                    May 5 - Revenge of the 5th - Glitter Box Theater

                    May 19 - Newbies and Bewbies - Hambones

                    May 26 - 2017 Cupcake Pageant - Hambones

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us - www.ScareHouse.com

                    Watch us - Youtube.com/TheScareHouse

                    Like us - https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse

                    Follow us - https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

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                    ]]>                     Katie “Dudders” sits down with Pittsburgh Burlesque performers and members of the ScareHouse family, Boom Boom Bridgette, Moon, and Thea Biss. The ladies discuss Pittsburgh’s current burlesque scene, what attracted them to performing, and how burlesque is all about loving yourself and your body.

                    Highlights:

                    • A discussion about the various styles of burlesque
                    • Creating a stage name
                    • Why it’s dangerous to kick off your shoes during a performance
                    • Moon tells us about the time she drop kicked a Serta sheep into the audience
                    • Burlesque is for every body
                    • How people are like cheesecake and why you should try more than one piece
                    • Using what makes you different and unique to make you a better performer
                    • Importance of seeking out supportive people. If you haven’t found them yet, keep looking. They’re out there.

                    Boom Boom Bridgette is the seasoned veteran who has been performing since 2011. She is also a producer, Founder of Pin Up Perfection Productions, and owner of Boom Boom Bang Photography. She was the Master of Tassels 2014 and 2016 and International Master of Tassels first runner up 2016.

                    Moon’s love of the raver scene inspired her to develop her hula-hooping skills. She is also a dancer, contortionist, and fire eater. She was crowned 2016 Pittsburgh Pride Femme Fatale.

                    Thea Biss, the kitten of the group, is incredibly upbeat, eager learner, and avid burlesque researcher. Her background is in acting and spoken word poetry. Supportive women such as Bridgette inspired her to take the stage.

                    For more information about Boom Boom Bridgette, Moon, and Thea Biss’ upcoming shows visit:

                    May 5 - Revenge of the 5th - Glitter Box Theater

                    May 19 - Newbies and Bewbies - Hambones

                    May 26 - 2017 Cupcake Pageant - Hambones

                    Please subscribe to our podcast and leave feedback. We appreciate it!

                    Follow the ScareHouse podcast hosts: Scott Simmons (@ScareHouseScott) and Katie “Dudders” (@kdudders)

                    Visit us - www.ScareHouse.com

                    Watch us - Youtube.com/TheScareHouse

                    Like us - https://www.facebook.com/ScareHouse

                    Follow us - https://twitter.com/ScareHousePGH

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                    ]]>                     Untitled Episode https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/ac325 ae1a07cc-169f-41e5-865f-ac40ceb0904e Tue, 15 Nov 2016 21:00:00 -0500 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media 1:07:23 no Katie is freaked out yet likes the new unified inbox for Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram on the Facebook Pages app. Mike lauds the apparent return of the Butt Peach. Chilla shows us the Platronics Voyager 5200 Bluetooth headset after some hands on. Sorg loves the idea of the Vue "Everyday Smart Glasses" currently on Kickstarter. Snapchat's Spectacles are available in random vending machine locations and changes video to circular. Google's Photo Scan app allows you to "scan" photos and lose the glair. We discuss the "fake news" problem on Facebook and Google. Black Forge Coffee and Mega Cat Games has a Coffee Crisis game! Mario on iOS is dated and priced! Eat at Slice on Broadway if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com) Follow these awesome people on Twitter: John Chichilla (@chilla, www.chillatech.net), Katie Dudas (@Kdudders, Scarehouse), Mike Pound (@unclecrappy, Beer Me) and Mike Sorg (@Sorgatron, SorgatronMedia.com). Thanks to our Awesome Patreon @MikeFedorShow! You can support the show too at Patreon.com/awesomecast ! Also, check out sorgatronmedia.com and awesomecast.net for more entertainment; and view us live streaming Tuesdays at 7 PM EST at live.awesomecast.net! Katie is freaked out yet likes the new unified inbox for Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram on the Facebook Pages app.
                    Mike lauds the apparent return of the Butt Peach.
                    Chilla shows us the Platronics Voyager 5200 Bluetooth headset after some hands on.
                    Sorg loves the idea of the Vue "Everyday Smart Glasses" currently on Kickstarter.
                    Snapchat's Spectacles are available in random vending machine locations and changes video to circular.
                    Google's Photo Scan app allows you to "scan" photos and lose the glair.
                    We discuss the "fake news" problem on Facebook and Google.
                    Black Forge Coffee and Mega Cat Games has a Coffee Crisis game!
                    Mario on iOS is dated and priced!
                    Eat at Slice on Broadway if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com)

                    Follow these awesome people on Twitter: John Chichilla (@chilla, www.chillatech.net), Katie Dudas (@Kdudders, Scarehouse), Mike Pound (@unclecrappy, Beer Me) and Mike Sorg (@Sorgatron, SorgatronMedia.com).

                    Thanks to our Awesome Patreon @MikeFedorShow! You can support the show too at Patreon.com/awesomecast !

                    Also, check out sorgatronmedia.com and awesomecast.net for more entertainment; and view us live streaming Tuesdays at 7 PM EST at live.awesomecast.net!

                    ]]>                     Katie is freaked out yet likes the new unified inbox for Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram on the Facebook Pages app.
                    Mike lauds the apparent return of the Butt Peach.
                    Chilla shows us the Platronics Voyager 5200 Bluetooth headset after some hands on.
                    Sorg loves the idea of the Vue "Everyday Smart Glasses" currently on Kickstarter.
                    Snapchat's Spectacles are available in random vending machine locations and changes video to circular.
                    Google's Photo Scan app allows you to "scan" photos and lose the glair.
                    We discuss the "fake news" problem on Facebook and Google.
                    Black Forge Coffee and Mega Cat Games has a Coffee Crisis game!
                    Mario on iOS is dated and priced!
                    Eat at Slice on Broadway if you are in the Pittsburgh area! It is Awesome! (sliceonbroadway.com)

                    Follow these awesome people on Twitter: John Chichilla (@chilla, www.chillatech.net), Katie Dudas (@Kdudders, Scarehouse), Mike Pound (@unclecrappy, Beer Me) and Mike Sorg (@Sorgatron, SorgatronMedia.com).

                    Thanks to our Awesome Patreon @MikeFedorShow! You can support the show too at Patreon.com/awesomecast !

                    Also, check out sorgatronmedia.com and awesomecast.net for more entertainment; and view us live streaming Tuesdays at 7 PM EST at live.awesomecast.net!

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