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KSU Expert Explains the Real 'Ghost Economy' Behind Haunted Attractions
Original: Behind Every Scream Is a Job: KSU Expert Shares Why 'Ghost Economy' Is Real | Newswise
A Kent State University expert says every scream at a haunted house represents paid work, arguing the seasonal horror industry forms a genuine 'ghost economy'. Haunted attractions, horror entertainment and spooky merchandise employ thousands of actors, designers and technicians each autumn, generating significant revenue. The commentary highlights how Halloween has grown into a major economic sector worth discussing in its own right.
Why now: Halloween season puts the economic size and employment impact of the haunted-attraction industry in the spotlight.
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