Working the Fright Shift

Step into the eerie world of Horror and Halloween-themed entertainment in Working the Fright Shift with Ted Dougherty

Working the Fright Shift is a arts podcast hosted by Ted Dougherty, with 24 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Ted Dougherty hosts Working the Fright Shift, a arts show with 24 episodes published.

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  Episode #11

  Ken Parks - Part 2

  Apr 27, 202646 minS2

  <p>As we bring Season 2 of Working the Fright Shift to a close, we return to our conversation with Ken Parks, the current Vice President of Creative Development for Corporate Planning & Design at Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, whose creative fingerprints are etched into the very soul of Knott’s Scary Farm. In this second chapter, we shift from stages to the legendary attractions he helped shape — the kind of work that didn’t just entertain guests but redefined what a Halloween theme park event could be.</p><p>For this edition of The Horror Blueprint, we confront one of the scarie...

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  Episode #10

  Ken Parks

  Apr 20, 202648 minS2

  <p>In this week's Working the Fright Shift, we sit down with Ken Parks, the current Vice President of Creative Development for Corporate Planning & Design at Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, whose creative DNA is forever intertwined with the legacy of Knott’s Scary Farm. From his early days performing and writing shows to helping shape the groundbreaking world of Ghost Town Alive, Ken’s career is a masterclass in storytelling, character, and theme park innovation.</p><p>In this edition of The Horror Blueprint, we wade into a long‑running horror debate.  And in Echoes of the Past, we follow the gui...

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  Episode #9

  Haunt Comp

  Apr 13, 202655 minS2

  <p>Haunt Comp takes center stage this week as we shine a light on the annual haunted house design competition that’s become a launchpad for rising haunt creators and a celebration of the craft behind immersive fear. Joining us as this episode’s Fear Architects are Xochilt Khoury, Executive Producer and Co‑Founder, and Taylor Scott, Executive Producer — two driving forces who’ve helped transform Haunt Comp into a creative arena where innovation, artistry, and Halloween passion collide.</p><p>In The Horror Blueprint, we pull inspiration from one of horror’s legendary trailblazers.  </p><p>Then, in Echoes of the Past...

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  Episode #8

  Cupcakes & Coasters

  Apr 6, 202652 minS2

  <p>Joining Working the Fright Shift is Jordan of Cupcakes and Coasters, the sharp‑witted creator whose blend of theme park insight, humor, and honesty has made her one of the most recognizable voices in the UK coaster and attractions community. From deep‑dive essays to spirited critiques, she brings a perspective that’s equal parts fan passion and industry savvy.</p><p>In this edition of The Horror Blueprint, we tune our ears to the sonic textures that make fear vibrate.  </p><p>In Echoes of the Past, we wander back to the places where graves line the fog‑filled hi...

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  Episode #7

  Jamie Weisgerber

  Mar 30, 202653 minS2

  <p>This week on Working the Fright Shift, I shine a spotlight on Jamie Weisgerber, the creative force behind Samhain’s Lot, one of Southern California’s most beloved and meticulously crafted home haunts. Jamie’s passion for Halloween, his cinematic eye for detail, and his ability to transform a neighborhood yard into a fully realized world have earned him admiration from fans, fellow haunters, and industry pros alike.</p><p>In this episode’s The Horror Blueprint, we explore the lighter side of fear — those playful, mischievous horrors that remind us Halloween can be just as fun as it is frighte...

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