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Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 36 "The Scare Factor."Join us as @Thescarefactor stops in for conversation. Documenting all things haunt, horror, and more - this platform are dedicated to showcasing real experiences throughout attending haunts as patrons. #StayTOXIC
2025-04-1832 minToxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 34 "The WICKED Duo."ICON NATION - When we first made a trip out to WickedWorld Scaregrounds (Nicholasville, KY), we didn't know that we'd be meeting our instant haunt family. We had a blast going through their attraction - and a year later, we returned to suit up and join in on the scares! Stopping by for conversation during Transworld week for conversation, are two of our favorite people. Kaitlyn & Cassidy Nevius. Together, they serve as the lead makeup artists at this haunt. Diving into the world of makeup, crazy nights at the haunt, and much more. This is an episode that you...
2025-03-0931 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 33 "Paranormal Creeptivity"ICON NATION - When it comes to the paranormal, this is a realm of horror that we have not taken a dive into just yet. However, that all changes today, as special guests' @Covenofscreams & @creepyconfidential stop by for conversation about the afterlife. Within this episode, we share laughs, but are also granted the opportunity to learn more about Ghost hunting. What is true ghost hunting? How is it done? Did you know there are different types of spirits and energies? We hop into it all here. #StayTOXIC
2025-01-3131 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 31 "Mount Slashmore."ICON NATION! It’s been a while, but we hopped back in the studio for episode 31, and the idea here is to deliver our “Mount Slashmore” list! Ft. Cayla of 314MidwestCRANK - another podcast produced by @nickwhite314 & Cayla herself! In this episode we talk all things classic and underrated horror. #StayTOXIC
2024-12-0330 minToxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 30 "The Deadly Duo."30 episodes are a huge milestone for us. Featuring Paige & David Sorenson from Hillside House Of Hell, (Glenwood, IA) we discuss and dive into their experiences as haunt actors, and their dedication to the attraction in which they are a part of. #Staytoxic
2024-09-0629 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 29 "#HHN33 Loading..."ICON NATION! Welcome to episode 29! In this episode, we dive into the first few house announcements of the 2024 season for the upcoming #HHN33 event. Featuring the universal / Disney Queens - DOOM BUDDIES! In this episode, we talk about our favorite HHN houses, predict the themes of each house, and more! Enjoy! As always - STAY TOXIC!
2024-06-2129 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.28 "Terror On Route T."ICON NATION! We are back at it with another dope episode for you all! Talking all things haunt with Lynda "LB" Brawley, and Caylin from TERROR ON ROUTE 66 Haunted House! Lately, we have been fortunate enough to partner with the terror team on a couple of different events, and working with them is just awesome. Our most recent event: "Halfway to Halloween," was an absolute success, In this episode, we dive into the work that went on behind the scenes to create such a massive event, and much more. Enjoy, and be sure to check out Terror On Route 66...
2024-06-1428 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.27 "Pretty Kills."ICON NATION! We're coming in with another HEATER for you! This is a special one. It's been a long time coming, but we were finally blessed with the opportunity to film an awesome - HORROR FILLED episode with a spine-chilling debate of "Indie horror vs. Big time horror." Enjoy everyone! #StayTOXIC
2024-05-2430 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.26 "Area 51"ICON NATION! We're coming in with another HEATER for you! This is a special one. It's been a topic that we've always wanted to talk about, and has been on our list since the very beginning of Toxic Icon. Aliens and area 51 have always been an interesting topic to us - especially with it tapping into the fear of the unknown. #StayTOXIC
2024-05-0330 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.25 "The Outside Perspective" ft. Jessica WileyICON NATION! We're coming in with another HEATER for you! Ft, our god friend Jessica Wiley, who serves as a local media outlet / reviewer for all things in the St. Louis area, we aimed to have a guest on who has been through our haunted house plenty of times but is in fact not a haunter! We really wanted to lock in the outside perspective of going through an intense haunt, and what that experience is like on the psychological aspect of a haunt customer. In addition, we also pick Jessica's brain about her favorite slasher movies, and what...
2024-04-1931 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.24 "State of the Industry" ft. Jim "DJ Doc/SCAB" LamorreICON NATION! It's been a while, but WE. ARE. BACK. In this episode we are joined by our haunt brother, DJ, and well-known haunt actor - Jim "DJ Doc / SCAB" Lamorre. We dive into what's currently happening in the haunt industry, our favorite haunted houses in no official order, haunt stories, experiences, and much more! Yerrty-G wasn't able to make it for this one but will be back next week! To our brother Jim, thank you for doing this with us. Let's run it back again soon. #StayTOXIC
2024-04-1234 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.23 "Rookie Season" ft. Angeli CastellanosICON NATION! We are BACK and ready to share with you, a new banger of an episode! Featuring our good friend and haunt content creator, Angeli Castellanos, we dive into her experience as a first-year haunt actress, and how it drove her to become a haunted house content creator! We had a blast doing this, and we hope that you enjoy it! Angeli, thank you for coming by to talk with us! #StayTOXIC
2024-03-2432 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.22 "Evansville Horror Con LIVE PANEL."."ICON NATION! Welcome to episode 22! As you view this one, things may be a little different, as we aren't filming from our studio. However, we decided to do this one in a PANEL style, equipped with an awesome LIVE AUDIENCE! Filmed from the Evansville Horror Con, we dive into the world of haunting on the haunted house side of things, as well as a horror filled Q&A session with our live audience. Our time at the con was nothing short of amazing, and we can't wait to do this again. We will be back! #StayTOXIC
2024-03-0944 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.21 "Horror Buffet 2.0" ft. @KilljoyJAKE & @iLikeScaryICON NATION! Welcome to episode 21! In this episode, we are joined by our horror brothers: @Ilikescary & @KilljoyJake! Yerrty-G held this episode down by himself as Nick wasn't able to make it. During this episode, we dive into the world of horror and talk about may different topics in the world of horror. Reboots, upcoming fan films, and much more! Be sure to follow us on all platforms (@ToxiciconPod) and as always...#StayTOXIC!
2024-03-0237 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.20 "Fearpocalypse." Ft. JamieDoesHalloweenICON NATION! Welcome to our 20th EPISODE! Featuring our favorite haunt sister JAMIE (@JAMIEDOESHALLOWEEN) In this episode, we dive into the world of "special events" in the haunted house world, as well as personal reflections from Yerrty-G, and Jamie as they both covered special Valentines themed events at Hillside House of Hell - Glenwood, IA & Pennhurst Asylum - Spring City, PA this past weekend! In addition, we also pick Jamie's brain about what character she feels she could play in a professional haunted house setting! Enjoy! And as always - STAY TOXIC!
2024-02-2340 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.19 "Comeback Season." Ft. Lauren BrockICON NATION! Welcome to episode 19! In this episode, we are joined by makeup artist, and haunt actress: Lauren Brock. (@Laurenapocalypse) During this episode, we dive into Lauren's experience as a haunt actress and makeup artist at Creepyworld Haunted Scream park. In addition, we talk about the stressors of being a makeup artist, the time crunch that exists to where so many faces have to be made into a masterpiece before the show lights go on, and much more. Delivering a comical but informative side to the haunt culture, the four of us had nothing but amazing vibes around the...
2024-02-1631 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.18 "Icon Nation." Ft. Wilson HowardICON NATION: Welcome to episode 18! In this episode we are joined by veteran haunt actor Wilson "Wilo-D" Howard. Wilson is a haunt actor, hip hop artist (@Wilod_theartist), brother, father, and an all-around great person! During this episode we talk about all of the amazing times we've had as a queue line squad at our home haunt: The Darkness. Through the up's, downs, rainy nights, nights with 1,000 attendees, and much more - The Darkness Haunted House has created a family bond that will never be forgotten. This episode is much more than another instalment of the Toxic Icon, this...
2024-02-0330 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.17 "Haunt Withdrawl."ICON NATION: Welcome to episode 17! In this episode, we are joined by the management / lead crew of "DARK CORNER" Haunted House - located in Reno, NV. Join us as they take us into an in depth look at how the show is run at their haunt! They will take us through all of the behind the scenes laughs, building ideas and techniques, and much more! We hope that you'll enjoy! If you find yourself in Reno this fall - be sure to stop by and see their attraction! We have mad love for our Dark Corner family. Until next...
2024-01-2732 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.16 "HHN 33 Speculation."Join us along with our special guest @Jamiedoeshalloween, as we dive into our thoughts and predictions on this years' upcoming Halloween Horror Nights event. #StayTOXIC
2024-01-1644 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.15 "Retro Slash."Join us along with our special guest, Lynda "LB" Brawley, as we dive into the world of some of the horror genre's best slasher films. What makes a good slasher film? What makes one stand apart from the rest? We get into all of it here. We hope that you'll enjoy! As always..#STAYTOXIC
2024-01-0330 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.14 "#Ilikescarymovies"ICON NATION: Welcome to episode 14! In this episode, we talk about all of the chaos surrounding the highly anticipated film - Scream 7. With there being so many uncertainties with the production and who will be cast in the movie, does that change the feel for this one? Featuring our friend and youtuber, "Ilikescary," this is a conversation you don't want to miss! #STAYTOXIC
2023-12-1234 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 13 "Taelor Made."This episode takes a dive deep into the scenic design, makeup, and SFX side of the haunt industry. Featuring our special guest, Taelor FX of Graffiti FX and Fear PDX Haunted House, (Portland, OR) we get into all of those things here! We hope that you will enjoy this episode, just as much as we did recording it! As always - STAY TOXIC!
2023-12-0333 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep.12 "Halloween Horror Nights 2023 RecapICON NATION: Welcome to episode 12! In this episode, we will recap our final thoughts from this years' HHN event! We will talk about all of the houses, shows, and much more! #STAYTOXIC
2023-11-1755 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 11 "Five Nights At Freddy's" Movie ReviewICON NATION: Welcome to EPISODE 11! Join us, as we venture into the world of Blumhouse's most anticipated movie of 2023:" Five Nights At Freddy's." Within this episode, we will discuss the movie, and what we feel that Blumhouse could've done to improve this movie - and the franchise as it takes aim to continue on. The panel has a vast variety of views on this one, and we'd love to know yours. We hope that you'll enjoy. As always - STAY TOXIC!
2023-11-1254 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 10 "Killer Klowns From Outer Space" Movie ReviewJoin us, as we take it back to 1988. The year of the Killer Klowns From Outer Space! In this episode, the panel will break down, discuss, and differentiate on why this movie may or may not be one of the best sci-fi horror / thrillers of all time. We also discuss the possibility of a present - day reboot, and what we would do to modernize or improve the film if we were granted the opportunity to be on the production team. Old school horror fans, this one is for you! We hope that you'll enjoy! As always...#STAY TOXIC!
2023-11-0455 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 8 "Unfiltered Haunt Talk."ICON NATION: Welcome to episode 8! Join us, as we venture into the world of our special guest: Bailey Gettemeier. Bailey is a well-known and respected haunt actress, costume designer, makeup artist, and manager in the haunt industry. She has previously worked for Paranoia haunted house, and she now serves as the current actor manager at the infamous Creepyworld Haunted Screampark in St.Louis, MO. Within this episode we get an insightful conversation on Bailey's experiences within the haunt industry, and what makes this industry such an amazing place. We also dive into the world of costuming, makeup, and the...
2023-10-1859 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 7 -Lost SoulsICON NATION: Welcome to EPISODE 7: “LOST SOULS.” Featuring our special guest, Dacia Gammill. In this episode we are taking it back to an old vibe of telling ghost stories around a camp fire. For those of you who may not know, the Lemp family were very famous and successful in the early 1900’s in the St.Louis area. Known for their very successful lager company, the wealth…just became too much for them. As the story goes on, the lemps mysteriously pass away…one right after another. Dacia has worked multiple years on this property at the scarefest owned haunted at...
2023-10-1059 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 6 -AdversityICON NATION: Welcome to the infamous EPISODE 6! Join us, as we have a long time Darkness haunted house veteran: Darnise Pichon on the show. Darnise has been a dedicated actress in the haunted house industry, and in this episode, she shares with us, her thoughts on how her experience within the haunt industry has been. She speaks on the adversity that she’s faced, the high moments, the low, and the confusing. We must warn you: There are some personal stories told within this episode. Not intended to offend - however, when speaking on adversity, it just gets a bi...
2023-09-2758 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast - Ep. 5: “Haunted House Auditions”NOT YOUR TRADITIONAL PODCAST EPISODE - For episode 5, we took our cameras and microphones into the depths of the Lemp Brewery Haunted House with a goal of capturing and giving an in-depth look at what it’s like to audition for a professional haunted house. During this episode, we interviewed many prospective actors as well as a few returning actors to get their thoughts, experiences, and overall opinions on why they have such a passion for haunting! Thank you for listening, and as always….#StayTOXIC
2023-09-1958 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast - Ep. 4: “Horror Buffet” ft. KillJoy JakeVenture into the world of one of the most iconic slasher film series: “HALLOWEN” with us! In this episode, along with our special guest, horror movie analysis, KillJoy Jake, we dive into the world of Michael Myers himself! We talk about our favorite movies of the film series, our favorite masks, the cinematography, the sound, lighting, scares, kills, and much more! We really aim to break this film series down, and talk about what makes it SO INFLUENTAL! We also take time to shine light on other popular 90’s slasher films, and debate on what’s gotten these movies to still...
2023-09-0955 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast - Episode 3: Halloween Horror Nights PredictionsVenture into the world of Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights with us! In this episode, we dive into the haunted house line up for this years’ HHN event! Joined by special guests: Zach Allard Of the heavy metal band Emmure, and HHN Enthusiast, Craig Towns, we discuss and debate each house in this STACKED lineup for this years’ event. We also dive into the world of advice for HHN first time attendees. Be sure to follow us @toxiciconpod on all socials for full coverage of this years’ event. We will be in both Orlando and Los Angeles on the weekend...
2023-09-0249 min
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast - Episode 2: DaycareJoin us as we take a dive deep into the Halloween / haunt world with our very own, Jennifer Killian! She is the owner and CEO of “Pretty Sinister FX,” and she is also serves as the current actor manager at The Darkness Haunted House, in St.Louis, MO. Please enjoy, as these topics are second to none! Until next time, and as always….#STAYTOXIC.
2023-07-291h 00
Toxic Icon PodcastToxic Icon Podcast Ep. 1 - HauntLifeDarkness icons Nick White, Yerrty G & Jalyn Talley provide detailed insight on what it's like working in a Top 10 Haunt from the POV of an actor.
2023-07-1452 min