On this edition of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler chat with Mike Michaels, the creative mind behind The Eureka Room — a 100-square-foot boutique immersive experience in Austin, Texas that’s equal parts absurd, hilarious, and unforgettable.

At The Eureka Room, small groups follow video-led activities filled with light, sound, and playful surprises. No puzzles, no scares, no tech to master — just pure fun and connection.

Mike shares the inspiration behind building the space, what it’s like to run an attraction out of his house, and the priceless reactions from guests who leave smiling and saying: “I can’t even describe what just happened!”

He’s also the founder of HalloweenLocal.com and ChristmasLocal.com, two of the largest online directories for seasonal events worldwide.

Talking Points:

What inspired The Eureka Room

How it was built and why it exists

What it’s like running it out of his house

Guest reactions (spoiler: lots of laughter)

The crossover between immersive art, comedy, and human connection

HalloweenLocal.com & ChristmasLocal.com

Learn more & connect:

The Eureka Room: https://eurekaroom.com/

Halloween Local: https://halloweenlocal.com/

Christmas Local: https://christmaslocal.com/

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