Special: Richard Hatem's Light in the Dark Tour 2026
Summary
Scott Philbrook announces his 2026 "Light in the Dark" live tour, featuring secret, unrecorded episodes in Midwest cities like Chicago, Cleveland, and Pittsburgh, culminating at the Mothman Festival. He discusses the grueling travel schedule with his wife Susan, listener statistics, and upcoming appearances at Wet Hot Bad Magic Summer Camp. The episode also covers podcast production challenges, writer’s block, and humorous anecdotes about their anxiety-prone dog.
Topics discussed
Introduction to the Light in the Dark Tour 2026
Listener demographics and global reach stories
Public recognition and celebrity encounters
Tour logistics, schedule, and travel plans
The controversial live episode selection process
Merchandise and venue atmospheres
Mothman Festival and Point Pleasant hauntings
Bob Newhart's comedy style and screenwriting rules
Upcoming podcast schedule and Dead Letter Office
International Association of Near-Death Studies conference
Wet Hot Bad Magic Summer Camp appearance
The mental toll of podcasting and writing blocks
Dog's fear of mechanical sounds and hiccups
Abbott and Costello's feud over a maid
Scott's acting credits and Portlandia trivia
Final tour dates and closing remarks
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