The Mystery Soup Podcast

By: Curt Jackson and Chris Kallal
  • Summary

  • Hosts Curt Jackson and Chris Kallal explore the business and design sides of the escape room industry. Guests include escape room owners, designers, game masters, and enthusiasts.
    Copyright 2024 Curt Jackson and Chris Kallal
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Episodes
  • S2-Ep4: Audrey and Katie of Daydream Adventures
    Sep 10 2024

    Curt and Chris chat with Katie and Audrey, the artistic minds behind Daydream Adventures, an immersive art escape room in Toronto. They discuss the origins of their business, their unique design process involving a team of artists, and the challenges they've faced, including opening just before the pandemic. Katie and Audrey provide insights into their creative themes, the tech they use, and the supportive community that has helped them build their whimsical escape rooms. They also share amusing stories from running an escape room business and offer advice for aspiring owners.

    Daydream Adventures

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    42 mins
  • S2-Ep3: Byron Delmonico of R.I. Riddle Room
    Sep 2 2024

    Curt and Chris welcome Byron Delmonico, co-owner and CEO of RI Riddle Room, to discuss his journey in the escape room industry. Byron shares his passion for creativity and the importance of family, as well as his achievements, including being named the 2022 Rhode Island Small Business Person of the Year. The conversation touches upon the evolution of his escape rooms, the significance of collaboration, and Byron's innovative approach to storytelling and technology. You'll also hear about his favorite escape rooms, marketing strategies, and an amusing on-the-job mishap.

    RI Riddle Room

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    43 mins
  • S2-Ep2: Tanya and Paul of Lock, Clock, and Peril
    Aug 26 2024

    Curt and Chris welcome Tanya and Paul from Lock, Clock, and Peril Escape Rooms. They discuss their journey from running a loan business and car audio shop to diving into the world of escape rooms. They talk about topics such as the design process for their self-built escape rooms, the importance of creating family-friendly experiences, and the challenges of running an escape room business. They also share amusing anecdotes, the impact of leaderboards on player experiences, and their future plans, including the development of a new fairy-tale themed escape room.

    Lock, Clock, and Peril

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    46 mins

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