The House of Wills: Haunting of a Gothic Ohio Funeral Home
The House of Wills: Haunting of a Gothic Ohio Funeral Home
Welcome To The Oddity Shop, Where The Bizarre is Always on Sale. This week, your curator Kara is telling us the Haunted History of the House of Wills!
Travel back in time with us to uncover the incredible life of J. Walter Wills, a man of integrity who navigated racial challenges in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. From being a strikebreaker in Cleveland to refusing to pass as Cuban for a job, Wills' story is a testament to courage and moral strength. We also explore the rich history of the House of Wills, a gothic landmark that evolved from a German clubhouse to the largest black-owned funeral home, now known for its haunted reputation.
Ghostly tales abound as we dive into the eerie legends surrounding the House of Wills and other haunted locations. With the return of a beloved paranormal show on Hulu, we're buzzing with excitement over spooky investigations and spectral figures. We share chilling encounters from the Ghost Brothers and ponder the notion of intentional hauntings.
Spooky Ghost Stories: Do You Believe?
Spooky Ghost Stories: Do You Believe?
Welcome To The Oddity Shop, Where The Bizarre is Always on Sale. This week, your curator Kara is kicking off spooky season with a ton of ghost stories!
Shivers will run down your spine as we navigate through an emotional therapy session where a supernatural encounter brings comfort from the beyond. Picture this: a message from a deceased mother shocks a therapist, proving that sometimes, the other side has something profound to say. We ponder the authenticity and emotional impact of such experiences, offering a deeper glimpse into how the paranormal can touch our lives. We continue unraveling more supernatural narratives, like a woman guided by her father-in-law’s eerie presence and a grieving mother finding peace in a mysterious interaction, showcasing the fine line between reality and the inexplicable.
Get ready for goosebumps as we recount chilling ghost stories that blur the boundaries of fiction and reality. From a childhood haunt that evolves into a lifelong connection with a spirit named Jane to the mystery of a mutilated stuffed bear in haunted woods, we dissect every eerie detail. Add to that unsettling encounters in an old house and you’ve got a recipe for sleepless nights.
Oddball Guests: Lauren Haunts, The Chamber, and Custom Paranormal Equipment
Oddball Guests: Lauren Haunts, The Chamber, and Custom Paranormal Equipment
Welcome to a Very Special Episode of The Oddity Shop! This week we sit down with the equipment making, bad ass author, amazing researcher, Lauren Haunts!
Ever wondered if your beloved REM pod is working during your paranormal investigations? We'll take you behind the scenes with exciting updates, winded rabbit holes, and a tin foil hat party! Lauren doesn't just stop at REM pods; she shares her expertise on the diverse types of paranormal investigators and gives us a masterclass in equipment and the difference between scientific and personal theory!
Oddball Adventures: 14th Annual MIParacon
Oddball Adventures: 14th Annual MIParacon
Welcome To The Oddity Shop, Where The Bizarre is Always on Sale. This week, Kara and Zach recount their recent adventure to the 14th MI Paracon
The weekend was a mix of bittersweet goodbyes and joyous reunions with friends old and new, making it an unforgettable experience.
Ever wondered what it's like to rub elbows with the stars of paranormal TV shows? We're spilling the beans on our encounters with Brian Cano, Steve Gonsalves, and Tango from Ghost Hunters, and even a hilarious stint with Adam Barry’s Match Game. From candid discussions about the intricacies of paranormal TV production with the Klinge brothers to the joy of hearing lectures from Zafis, Tim Shaw, and Becky Galentine on haunted dolls and games, we dive into the heart of the paranormal community. Plus, find out why we might have a new “home con” in Missouri.
And let's not forget the lighter side of Paracon! From a chaotic attempt to get drinks at a packed casino bar to a newfound obsession with a local deli's pizza, this episode is packed with laughs and surprises. We also share the joy of connecting with Dacre Stoker and handling Bram Stoker’s handwritten notes, and our emotional reactions to Jeff Belanger and Dave Schrader's talks. Stick around for some fun anecdotes about John Tenney’s birthday!
Don't miss out on this whirlwind journey through one of the most memorable paranormal conventions we've ever attended.
The Iroquois Theater: Tragedy, Hauntings, and the Alley of Death
The Iroquois Theater: Tragedy, Hauntings, and the Alley of Death
Welcome To The Oddity Shop, Where The Bizarre is Always on Sale. This week, your curator Zach is telling us about Chicago's Most Haunted Alley: Couch Place.
Thanks to a listener's suggestion, we dive into a historical and eerie exploration of Chicago's haunted theater and the infamous Alley of Death, setting the mood for some spine-tingling tales.
Were talking all about the tragic and ghostly history of the Iroquois Theater, now known as the Nederlander Theater. From its grand beginnings to the catastrophic fire that changed fire safety regulations forever, we recount the chilling details and share eerie reports of ghostly apparitions, including the tragic tale of trapeze artist Nellie Reed. Join us for a compelling mix of history, horror, and the supernatural as we uncover the mysteries behind these captivating stories.
Time Slips and Apparitions: Exploring Temporal Anomalies
Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the shop, Zach's taking us on a time warping bender.
The concept of a block universe may sound like heavy stuff, but get ready for a riveting exploration of how every moment might just coexist in a sprawling cosmic map of time and space. We're not just talking theory; we're weaving in chilling real-life encounters with entities that challenge our perception of reality. Paranormal investigator Kalani shares his bone-tingling experience with an entity from the future, turning the tables on who haunts who. Plus, John Tenney, a seasoned ghost hunter, reveals a haunting story about a woman and her spectral "little ghosties," leaving us to muse over the enigmatic connection between the living and the seemingly departed. We even throw in a fun one from the Famous Ghost Hunter, Grant Wilson