Fear and Beer: A Halloween Horror Nights Podcast

The History of New and Forgotten HHN Characters w/ Ryan from fortheloveofthemeparks

This week we are joined by a very special guest: Ryan from Fortheloveofthemeparks! 
Ryan should be your go to page for all things theme park history, so we figured it was only right to dive into some Halloween Horror Nights history with him!
In the past we’ve covered the legendary HHN Icons, but since then we’ve gotten plenty of new characters along the way. Some that fans may not know as well, and others that have been almost completely forgotten over time.
This week we’re digging into the overlooked, forgotten, and underrated characters of HHN history and giving them the spotlight they deserve.
Also we made a MAJOR announcement for an upcoming event in August so this is NOT the episode to miss!

We Built Our Own HHN Event… Who Did It Best?

We asked and you answered!
This week on the podcast, we handed the keys over to YOU and asked told us you wanted us to build our own Halloween Horror Nights. So we did exactly that.
Each of us created our own full HHN event from the ground up complete with a central theme, icon, a lineup of original houses, select IP houses, scare zones, and even a live show concept to tie it all together. 
Now the question is simple: who built the strongest event?

The Spookeasy - Weapons (2025)

Welcome back to The Spookeasy!
Where the drinks are strong and the scares are stronger!
 
This week, we’re pouring up another wild one in Weapons. Pour yourself something stiff as we unpack the mystery, the mayhem, and the unsettling threads that tie this film together. From its chilling atmosphere to the performances that keep you on edge, we’re breaking down what makes Weapons hit with precision and linger long after the final shot.
 
Whether you’re a seasoned horror fan or just searching for your next intense watch, grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us inside The Spookeasy.
All creatures of the night are welcome.
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HHN Mashups We Need To See

What happens when some of Halloween Horror Nights’ most iconic originals collide?
In this episode, we’re diving into some HHN mashups we need to see come to life. From fan favorite legends crossing paths to unexpected worlds blending into one terrifying experience, we’re building our dream lineup of houses that would break the event in the best way possible.

HHN Deal or No Deal House Lineups

What would your HHN dream lineup look like if luck decided it?
This week we’re playing a Deal or No Deal style game to build our 10 house lineups!
Every round, we pick a number 1 through 5 which each represent a house on a list made for us by another person.
Like the pick? Lock it in.
Don’t? Pick again and risk something worse.
The catch is your final pick is locked no matter what.
Safe plays or risky moves… who built the best lineup?

HHN35 Easter Speculation Map

The Easter Egg Hunt has finally paid off! The newest HHN35 Speculation Map is here!
We’re breaking down every detail, connection, and hidden hint packed into this year’s map. What houses are starting to take shape? Which rumors just got stronger? And did any surprises pop up?
Tune in as we dive deep into the madness, react to the reveals, and speculate on what HHN35 might have in store.

Chaos Has Begun: Jack & Oddfellow Control HHN (HHN35 First Announcement, Tickets on sale and more!)

HHN season is officially here!
We’re breaking down the biggest moments from the MegaCon HHN panel, reacting to the first house announcement Jack and Oddfellow: Chaos and Control, and going over everything you need to know now that tickets and more are on sale.
Plus, we wrap it up with Speculation Scuttlebutt! The latest rumors, reaches, and what’s got us talking (screaming)

March Madness - HHN30-34 50 House Ranking Part 3 (16-1)

The madness ends here!
After ranking every single house from Halloween Horror Nights 30–34, it all comes down to this. Our top 16!
In the final installment of our 3-part series, we reveal the absolute BEST of the best. These are the houses that defined the last five years!
Did the obvious choice take the crown?Was there a shocking jump into the top 10?Did one of us completely derail the final rankings?
From controversial placements to unanimous favorites, we break down everything that led to our #1 house.
 
5 Years. 50 Houses. 1 List.
This is the end of the madness.

March Madness - HHN30-34 50 House Ranking Part 2 (34-17)

Part 2 of the madness is HERE!
We’re diving into houses 34–17 on our ultimate HHN 30–34 rankings list!
Things are starting to get serious now. The mid-tier is where the debates heat up, the hot takes fly, and some fan favorites might not land where you expect!
Did a sleeper house climb higher than it should?Did a “classic” fall way lower than expected?Are we completely out of our minds yet?

March Madness - HHN30-34 50 House Ranking Part 1 (50-35)

Let the madness begin!
This year we’re changing things up in a BIG way. Instead of a traditional bracket, we’re taking on the ultimate challenge and ranking EVERY haunted house from Halloween Horror Nights 30 through 34.
That’s 5 years, 50 houses and 1 master list!
In this three episode series, we each sat down and individually ranked every single house from the past five events. Then we combined our rankings, averaged out the scores, and created the official Fear and Beer HHN House Rankings. Now it’s time to break down the results, debate the placements, and relive the scares that defined this era of the event.
Did one harsh ranking completely tank a house’s chances?Did a fan-favorite end up shockingly low on the list?Will an unexpected underdog rise through the rankings as the ultimate Cinderella story?
In Part 1, we reveal houses ranked 50 through 35 and start the arguments early as the madness officially begins.