Oddity Shop

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Kara has brought the lore of the Black Eyed Kids What happens when a normal night takes a turn for the unsettling with an encounter involving children sporting soulless, ink-black eyes? Kara recounts a listener's spine-chilling experience with these black-eyed kids (BEKs) and invites you to weigh in with...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach is telling us about the Phases of the Moon and sharing some Full Moon Tales. That's right we're unwrapping the celestial enigmas of the moon—with its cultural and metaphysical significance—and share tales that flirt with the supernatural. From the formation of this celestial body to its role in...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Kara's bringing the Strange Case of Frida Sofia Tragedy and coincidence collide as we revisit Mexico's heartbreaking seismic events, including the 7.1 magnitude earthquake that echoed the past on the same date as the infamous 1985 disaster. We wade through the science of tectonic plates and dissect t...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach is telling us the lore and haunting of Robert the Doll! If you've ever wondered about the secret lives of your childhood toys, prepare to meet Robert the Doll. This isn't your average playtime pal; Robert's story is a woven with the unnerving threads of his past owner's life, Gene , an...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Kara is talking all about LA's Notorious Wonderland Gang. Strap in, because we're taking you back to the neon haze of 1980s LA, where the Wonderland gang and John Holmes ruled the night with a cocktail of crime, drugs, and betrayal. The saga of Ron Launius and his band of misfits reads like a movie s...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach brings to you a Valentines Day Special filled with love potions and aphrodisiacs.  Ever wondered about the strange concoctions people have turned to for a hit of love or lust? Zach and Kara here, taking you on a whimsical exploration of love potions and aphrodisiacs that have tempted and tormented through...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Kara delves into the story of her favorite cryptid...The Puckwudgie!  Strap in for a mystical ride through American folklore as we explore the Wampanoag's storied legacy, from the "People of the First Light" to the tales of Maushop, the giant who crafted Cape Cod with love. But don't let th...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach is talking about a recent possession and the Ife Family? Imagine a family holding steadfast to their faith as their world spirals into the paranormal. We unpack the haunting narrative of the Ife family from Enfield, where beliefs in possession and exorcism lead to a grim tragedy. As the eerie events unfol...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Kara is taking us on a Journey through the terrifying Hoia Baciu Foreset. Imagine stumbling across a forest so shrouded in mystery it's been dubbed the Bermuda Triangle of Transylvania.  From the comfort of wherever you are, join us as we share tales of a shepherd and his sheep who vanished without a trac...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach is taking us on a journey through 5 of the worlds creepiest caves. Ever wondered what it's like to roam the eerie underground caves?  In our latest conversation, we plunge into various peculiar tales that are sure to thrill you. As we navigate through the episode, we reveal chilling narratives from t...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Kara is telling us all about a very Clever little Mongoose This week we're veering off the beaten path to the intriguing world of mongoose. Not just any Mongoose however.  This week we are talking about a particularly clever Mongoose that can talk and states his name is Gef! In 1931 the Irving family star...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach is wrapping up the intriguing story of the Mothman! Ever heard of the Mothman? We're heading into the heart of Appalachia, taking a chilling journey back in time to the suffocating dread and disturbing events of Point Pleasant in 1966-67. We'll unravel the haunted history of this land, tainted w...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach is starting a deep dive on everyone's Favorite Appalachian Cryptid...The Mothman. Put on your detective hats as we navigate the eerie terrain of Appalachia, unearthing the fascinating tales of the Mothman and its impact on the locals. Be it the monster’s goofy gait, its chilling red eyes, or even the...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Kara is educating us on the types of Mediums and their abilities. Were opening the cryptic doors to the world of mediums, discussing their fascinating abilities. We unlock the secrets of various forms of mediumship from evidential mediumship, animal communication, trance mediumship, to physical mediumship. Wit...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach tells about a unique experience Children had meeting otherworldly beings! Brace yourselves for a UFO encounter that will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about aerial phenomena. Were taking you to the Ariel School in Zimbabwe, where more than 60 Students had quite the experience. A bri...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Kara is telling us all about those odd spots hidden in your homes. We've all heard stories of secret rooms, but what if you found one in your own house? Imagine, stumbling upon a secret room filled with bizarre and unexplainable items in your own home. From a man's unexpected discovery in his crawl s...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach tells us all about the Tragic Story of the Beautiful Stranger. In this episode we traverse back in time, to the iconic Coronado Beach Hotel and its most famous guest, Lottie Bernard. Her story shrouded in mystery and filled with tragic turns. Lottie, known as the 'Beautiful Stranger,' left us wi...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Kara is talking all about the Black Friday! Well, we're about to take a thrilling deep-dive into the twisted world of this shopping extravaganza. Today's episode is a roller-coaster of emotions as we  explore the psychological allure of Black Friday. From its humble origins in Philadelphia to its cur...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach tells us the story of Michigan's Favorite Cryptid Ever wonder what lurks in the shadows of Northern Michigan? Well, strap in folks, as we embark on a thrilling chase of the half-man, half-dog creature known as the Dogman. What's that? You've never heard of it? No worries. We're going t...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Kara tells us about some dancing Irish Ghosts who want some closure. Prepare yourself for an episode that emerges from the warmth of family traditions, and descends into the cold chills of historical mysteries. Listen as we discuss the chilling history of cholera in 1830s Philadelphia, a plague that consumed t...

**DATE CORRECTION: At 13:53, We mentioned Eloise started in the 1880s, and it should state 1830s** Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week we have a special guest, Adam Hachey, a paranormal investigator who will be telling us all about Eloise Asylum in Michigan.  Adam, a seasoned paranormal investigator, uses his unique ability, clairsentience, to perceive energi...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach tells us the TRUTH behind the conjuring house, and waht some of the current researchers are uncovering. Imagine if your everyday life was haunted by spirits - not just in movies, but in reality! This episode pivots to a thrilling analysis of 'The Conjuring' movie, pitting reel against the real s...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Kara tells us about the framing of the Conjuring House Experience based in pop culture. Ready to journey with us into the mysterious realm of the paranormal and pop culture? Buckle up, folks!  We promise you on a wild ride through the fascinating world of The Conjuring. As fans of the spine-tingling, there&apo...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach and Kara are answering questions from our Curious Listeners in this Little Bonus episode! As we sat with our matching purple velvet-covered journals, reflecting on our shared love for the My Favorite Murder podcast, an idea sparked - why not start our own? So, we did, and it’s been an adventure since! We&...

Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale!  This week in the shop, Zach and Kara recount what got them into the paranormal, and they share their own personal experiences. Ever felt a chill down your spine, a sudden drop in temperature, or seen an object move without reason? Welcome to our newest podcast episode, where we share our eerie encounters with the supernatural and th...