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CFX: The Evolution of Silicone Masks & What It Takes To Make One

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In Episode 26 of HaunTopic Radio we interview Wes, Ken, & Diana from CFX or otherwise known as Composite Effects. We unmask each one of them and learn more about the silicone mask making process, where they get their creative inspiration, and how the silicone mask is an excellent tool for any Haunter.

If you have never witnessed these masks in action…it is a completely different feel & look than latex or foam products. Yes, they do cost more than most masks but if you figure in time, convenience, & effectiveness; CFX masks can actually save you money. And once you try one on-you may not want to take it off.

We didn’t get to all of your questions from facebook & twitter but I’m sure we’ll have them on again. Also, this episode is a bit longer than normal- I just couldn’t edit anything out. Come on…we just couldn’t kick them out of the HaunTopic Lair without draining most of their blood first….

FIND MORE ABOUT CFX HERE:

COMPOSITE EFFECTS WEBSITE: View the latest masks and make your own design.

COMPOSITE EFFECTS ON FACEBOOK: Stay in touch and maybe win some prizes.

COMPOSITE EFFECTS ON TWITTER: Tweet them and see what they can do for you.

Stay tuned for our next episode with The Unknown Scare Actor on Oct.6th when we talk about

using fear to scare your guests!

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Fright Masters: Scare Acting, Keeping Volunteers, & 20% OFF Your Next Prop

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In Episode 25 of HaunTopic Radio we chat with Damon Carson of Fright Masters Props and House of Fright. Damon has loved Halloween ever since he was a little boy & has turned his passion into building props for other Haunters. We discuss Things You Can Do To Keep Volunteers Coming Back, a few Classic Horror Movies You May Have Not Heard Of, and Some Of the Biggest Challenges When Owning Your Own Haunt.

Damon has been involved with Halloween & Haunting for most of his life. Whether it was the horror movies he watched as a boy, helping the JayCee’s raise money by putting on a Haunt, or his experience in operating his own Haunt; Halloween has always been holding his hand along the way. And the kicker is…we have lived in the same town most of our lives and just met each other a few years ago.

Damon has offered to give all listeners 20% OFF ON ALL PROPS AT FRIGHTMASTERS.COM until Halloween & the prize donated this month is a $50 Gift Card from Fright Masters as well. On Frightmasters you will find props, commercials for your Haunt, & a few other items for your next Halloween project. Speaking of prizes…

THE WINNERS OF THIS MONTH’S GIVE AWAY ARE:

The Winners of Fright Times Magazine: John Wherry & Shawn Morse

The Winner of the $50 Gift Card from Fright Masters: Bo Sommerville

FIND DAMON HERE:

FrightMasters.com– Click here for 20% OFF your next Halloween Props

Friend Damon on Facebook– Look Damon up and say Hi.

KICKSTARTER PROJECT: 1031 COMICS– If you like Comic Books & Haunted Attractions- You’ll love this!

Haunted Overload: No Halloween or Haunt Project is Too Big for Eric Lowther

In Episode 24 of HaunTopic Radio, we finally get Eric Lowther on the phone from Haunted Overload to get some advice on the steps from Home Haunting to Haunt Owner and How To Grow Your Haunt Business the Smart Way. Haunted Overload is an outdoor Haunted Attraction located in Lee, New Hampshire that Eric built & moved twice due to expansion and some business evolutions. You can find 30′ large scary creations made from telephone poles, foam, and recycled materials. If you can imagine a tall ghastly beast lurking in the forest- you will probably find it at the Haunted Overload.

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Eric walks us through his journey as a Home Haunter that outgrew his house. Where he gets his inspiration for his large creations. Why the forest is so damn scary. Why to get involved with charities. A few tips on the business side of haunting. Plus so much more…

Haunted Overload has been featured in HauntWorld Magazine, Halloween Nation, Top Haunts, and many other media outlets. To find out more about the Haunted Overload make sure to check out the links below.

MORE ABOUT HAUNTED OVERLOAD:

Buy Tickets! Get them while they have them…

Haunted Overload Website: If you live in New Hampshire or close…gotta check it out!

Facebook Page: Get instant updates.

Before & After Videos: A post I did last year about Haunted Overload.

ENTER TO WIN THIS MONTH’S CONTEST: Prizes- A $50 Gift Card to FrightMasters Halloween Supplies & More Fright Times Magazines. Entries must be in by September 14, 2012.

LISTEN FOR THE RULES

Oblivion Haunted House: A Behind-the-Scene Interview with Erick Gyrion & Dan Doble

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In Episode 23 of HaunTopic Radio we chat with Erick Gyrion & Dan Doble from the Oblivion Haunted House and get some helpful advice for operating your Haunt & a small peek into their lives as Haunters. After a few laughs & stories of their journey, we dive deep into a few topics any Haunter would be interested in, such as:

HOW TO GET KEEP VOLUNTEERS/EMPLOYEES COMING BACK FOR MORE
WHY HAVING A CREATIVE PLAN IS THE BEST WAY TO SET UP YOUR HAUNT
IS IT NECESSARY TO REBUILD YOUR HAUNT EACH YEAR & HOW TO DO IT
HOW TO USE SOCIAL MEDIA & THE INTERNET TO INCREASE YOUR ATTENDANCE

The Oblivion Haunted House is located in Menasha, Wisconsin and is open for the 2012 Season. Want to volunteer? I’m sure they have a few more spots…

FIND MORE ABOUT ERICK & DAN HERE:

Oblivion on Facebook: Go ‘Like’ their page.

Halloween Room Productions: Their main website for all their Haunting Ventures.

Oblivion Haunted House: Where they put their creative energy- Haunted Attraction in Wisconsin

Haunt Guys on YouTube: Behind-the-Scenes of building their Haunt & their lives.

WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE OBLIVION HAUNTED HOUSE? PLEASE LEAVE YOUR COMMENTS BELOW.

Zombie Walks, Zombie Races, & Camping Trips for Haunters

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In Episode 22 of HaunTopic Radio, me & Darryl talk about outdoor events that Haunters can participate in this summer throughout the year. We find more information about Haunters Camping Trips, Zombie Walks, Hearse Rallies, Zombie 5K Courses. We also include a couple interviews from the Oblivion Haunted House about the outcome of Haunter’s Camping Palooza Grant McDonald about his haunt experience, hearse conventions, and FrightFest B.C.

We know you may not be interested in Zombie Stuff or Haunt Camping Trips so we included some other rambling you may enjoy. We hope your summer has gone well and that you are deep in your builds by now. (I still haven’t started.) I have it all up here in my head…somewhere.

We have some interviews with Home Haunters, Pro-Haunters, & Scare Actors coming up in September & October so stay tuned…

Don’t forget to enter for this month’s contest! Listen to Episode 21 for the rules to win.

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT GRANT MCDONALD:

I Haunt U.com- Grant’s site with some of his cool Foam Props

FrightFest-BC.com- Halloween & Haunt Event held in British Columbia, Canada at a campground.

CAMPING EVENTS:

Haunter’s Camping Palooza- Camping. Haunters. Haunted Attractions. Learning. Friends. Memories. Are you the next host?

ZOMBIE WALKS:

Vancouver Makeup Effects– Special FX School in Vancouver (Host of Zombie Walk in Vancouver.)

Toronto Zombie Walk– Zombie walk & Other Scary stuff to do in Toronto

Mexico Zombie Walk– The largest Zombie Walk ever recorded: 9,806 zombies

ZOMBIE 5K:

Sacramento Zombie Run- Be a zombie or be chased. You decide. In Sacramento, CA.

Run for Your Lives- Zombie 5K Obstacle Course that travels throughout Canada & the U.S. Check for dates close to you.

Zombie Survival Dash- In St.Louis, MO on October 27th. I should go….but…..

Ultimate Zombie Warrior- A simple race too easy for you? Try this one. It’s in Seymour,IN and has 15 obstacles pulled from the pages of a Military Training Course!

OTHER STUFF WE TALKED ABOUT:

Haunted Overload- Interview with Eric Lowther coming up in September. A Haunt everyone must go see!

AnthroCon- If you like wearing a ‘furry’ costume, this might just be the place for you.

Zombie Squad- Who you going to call…when something is strange in your neighborhood? Killing zombies since 2003.

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