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Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the Shop, Zach's talking about the wild world of Nature.

Brace yourselves for a wild ride into the fascinating and sometimes spine-chilling world of predatory flora and fungi. We're about to uncover some of nature's most captivating secrets, so prepare for the unexpected! 

In our 45th episode, we're explorations of the strange, the deadly, and the simply mind-blowing abilities of our natural world's plants and fungi.  Prepare to be enthralled by the Zombie Ant Fungus and the Oyster Mushroom, two more parasitic plants that can quite literally turn their hosts into mindless zombies! Lastly, as we delve into the world of strangler fig trees and fig wasps, we're posing a macabre question for you: if a plant had to kill you, which one would you choose? So buckle up, and get ready for this hair-raising journey through nature's oddity shop!

References:

•  https://www.npr.org/2023/01/30/1151868673/the-last-of-us-cordyceps-zombie-fungus-real#:~:text=Ophiocordyceps%20unilateralis%2C%20otherwise%20known%20as,will%20let%20the%20fungus%20reproduce.
•      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnwb-KpPv2M – The Curious Life of Carnivorous Mushrooms
•    https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/18/science/oyster-mushrooms-carnivorous-toxins.html
•     https://owlcation.com/stem/10-Most-Wacky-Plants-of-the-World
•    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pitcher_plant
•      https://www.britannica.com/plant/pitcher-plant
•   https://www.bonappetit.com/story/figs-and-wasps

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Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the Shop, Kara tells us about a horrifying flying cryptid...The BatSquatch!

 Have you ever heard of the Bat Squatch? No, it's not the next superhero movie. It's a mysterious and terrifying creature that has been the subject of many chilling encounters. Were going to talk about Brian Canfield's encounter with this beast and delve deeper into the heart of cryptid mysteries. From a truck filled with Douglas Fir trees that almost rolls off a cliff, to strange encounters with winged gorillas and objects in the middle of the road, we're leaving no stone unturned.

We then go full detective mode as we dissect the BatSquatch narrative, debate on its potential identity, and even consider if it might be just a misunderstood creature who list its home

References:

• https://pacsentinel.com/batsquatch/
• https://portlandghosts.com/the-story-of-the-batsquatch-the-terror-that-mount-st-helens-awoke/
• https://1027kord.com/massive-horrific-bat-spotted-in-washington-dubbed-batsquatch/
• https://www.batsquatch.com/batsquatch/encounter.html
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/1980_eruption_of_Mount_St._Helens
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pyroclastic_flow
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phreatic_eruption
• https://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Batsquatch

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Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the Shop, Zach tells us about hikers of the Dyatlov Pass.

Brace yourself as we travel to the icy terrains of Russia to unravel the eerie Dyatlov Pass Incident. We trace the footsteps of the ill-fated hikers from the Ural Polytechnical Institute, delving into an enigma wrapped in a riddle, featuring chilling injuries, hints of radioactivity, and yes, even whispers of a Yeti. As we peel back the layers of this mystery, we speculate on a range of theories, from alien encounters to bizarre scientific phenomena like  Vortexes and slab avalanches. The Ural Mountains have never been more mysterious.

References:

•  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mh0KDq4PlJQ
• https://www.nationalgeographic.com/premium/article/has-science-solved-history-greatest-adventure-mystery-dyatlov
• https://www.nature.com/articles/s43247-020-00081-8
• https://dyatlovpass.com/
• https://www.history.co.uk/articles/how-did-nine-russian-hikers-lose-their-lives-during-the-dyatlov-pass-expedition
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyatlov_Pass_incident
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5kGWKG0R6c&t=48s
• https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/scientists-may-have-finally-unraveled-mystery-dyatlov-pass-incident-180976886/
• https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-dyatlov-pass-incident

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Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the Shop, Kara gives the True Facts and history of the Amityville Haunting.

What if you discovered your dream house was actually the setting of one of the most terrifying and notorious hauntings in history? Buckle up as we transport you to 112 Ocean Avenue in Amityville, where the Lutz family's dream turned into a 28-day living nightmare. We're not just discussing chilling stories of paranormal encounters, we're diving into the controversy and speculation around the Lutz family's experiences.

 what about the role of paranormal investigators like the Warrens in this chilling saga? As we ponder the validity of their methods, we also grapple with the unsettling idea that the Lutz's experiences might be linked to the DeFeo family's gruesome end in the very same house. In a whirlwind of possible hoaxes, media frenzy, and chilling accounts, we attempt to separate fact from fiction and uncover the unsettling truths behind the Amityville horror.

References:

• https://nypost.com/article/amityville-horror-house-real-story/ 
• https://www.historyvshollywood.com/video/george-and-kathy-lutz-interview/
• https://youtu.be/tgaWzCfckHM
• https://www.ctpost.com/entertainment/slideshow/ed-lorraine-warren-cases-the-conjuring-222531.php
• https://amityville-horror.fandom.com/wiki/Amityville_House_(Real_Life)
• https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2290279/Haunted-Amityville-Eldest-son-Lutz-family-reveals-living-possessed-Long-Island-home-ruined-life.html 
• https://youtu.be/P3g2gTWlwQ8
• https://youtu.be/tgaWzCfckHM 
• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/supernatural-with-ashley-flowers/id1500667648?i=1000549031773
• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creeptime-the-podcast/id1637005250?i=1000612981711 
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_and_Lorraine_Warren
• https://bloody-disgusting.com/news/3223586/interview-my-amityville-horror-director-eric-walter-on-daniel-lutz-and-searching-for-the-truth/ 
• https://allthatsinteresting.com/amityville-murders

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Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the Shop, Zach tells us the Story of the Stockdale Family Band and their Tragic ending.

Have you ever imagined what would happen if a conservative, bluegrass band family from Ohio swapped lives with a party-loving, takeout eating family? Well, you're in for a treat! Brace yourselves as we unfold the captivating story of the Stockdale family, a small-town clan that replaced their city life with a rural setting and musical tunes, and then went on the show Wife Swap.

We'll also guide you through the chilling turns in the Stockdale family's life post-Wifeswap. Listen to the chilling courtroom revelations from Jacob Stockdale's murder trial, his admission, and the speculation revolving around his actions after the camera's stopped rolling.

References:

1.       https://allthatsinteresting.com/wife-swap-murders
2.       https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/wife-swap-star-jacob-stockdale-charged-with-family-murders/XJJML7UETPDJY6ASAKTNJ7KP5Q/
3.       https://littlethings.com/lifestyle/stockdale-family-wife-swap/stockdale-family-wife-swap-8
4.       https://www.ranker.com/list/wife-swap-jacob-stockdale-crime/rayven-crawford
5.       https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/oh-stark/who-is-the-stockdale-family-members-of-the-bluegrass-band-lived-worked-and-performed-together-
6.       https://www.tmz.com/2020/12/29/wife-swap-son-alleged-escape-attempts-mental-hospital-murder-trial-mom-brother-jacob-stockdale/

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Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the Shop, Kara gives us the finale of our  Winchester Mystery House Adventure.

Prepare to journey into the enigmatic world of the Winchester Mystery House, a peculiar architectural marvel that's shrouded in mystery and brimming with peculiarities. Do you know why the house contains staircases with an unusual number of stairs - seven or eleven, or why the bell tower chimes 13 times? The answer, we believe, lies in Sarah Winchester's obsession with the numbers and numerology. As we navigate through the hidden messages and codes within the house, we'll also take a closer look at Sarah's background, steeped in Free Masonic and Rosicrucian philosophy.

But the strangeness doesn't end there. We'll also venture into the realm of the supernatural, exploring the possibility that Sarah Winchester was not just an architect, but a medium communicating with spirits. We'll share unsettling accounts of paranormal activity experienced by the staff at the Winchester Mystery House. Could Sarah Winchester's obsession with numerology tie into the spectral happenings in the house?   Stop by the shop to find out!

References:

• https://youtu.be/D4eYcNowupQ
• http://thetruthaboutsarahwinchester.com/
• https://patch.com/california/milpitas/5-spooky-tales-famous-winchester-mystery-house
• https://www.thewrap.com/13-cool-facts-you-probably-didnt-know-about-winchester-mystery-house-photos/
• https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/life-path-number-numerology-meaning
• https://winchestermysteryhouse.com/rumored-hauntings-at-the-estate/
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theorem#:~:text=In%20mathematics%2C%20a%20theorem%20is,axioms%20and%20previously%20proved%20theorems. 
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inference 
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Axiom 
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Numerology#:~:text=Numerology%20(known%20prior%20to%20the,letters%20in%20words%20and%20names.
• https://www.internationalinitiationschool.com/en-ww/foundation-in-esoteric-numerology-v3.aspx#:~:text=Numerology%20is%20the%20philosophy%2C%20science,of%20modern%20Numerology%20was%20Pythagoras. 
• https://www.dictionary.com/browse/esoteric#:~:text=Esoteric%20most%20commonly%20means%20obscure,initiated%20into%20a%20certain%20group. 
• https://seventhlifepath.com/ 
• https://www.tokenrock.com/numerology/life-path-1/ 
• https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/life-path-number-numerology-meaning

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Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the Shop, Kara gives us Part 2 of the story of the Winchester Mystery House, where we break down what is going on with the architecture.

 Ever wondered what a house with 160 rooms, 10,000 windows, and 2,000 doors looks like? Get ready to explore its baffling architecture, hidden passages, and the captivating life of its owner, Sarah Winchester.

We'll take you on a tour through the mansion's intricate details, including its astonishing number of staircases and fireplaces, the involvement of the Tiffany Glass Company, and the mysterious séance room with secret passages. Learn about the devastating 1906 earthquake that forever altered the mansion and how Sarah Winchester coped with the aftermath.  So sit back, relax, and let's step inside this architectural marvel together.

References:

• http://thetruthaboutsarahwinchester.com/
• https://www.biography.com/personality/sarah-winchester
• https://winchestermysteryhouse.com/sarahs-story/
• https://www.sftravel.com/article/guide-winchester-mystery-house#:~:text=The%20Spooky%20History%20of%20the%20Winchester%20Mystery%20House&text=Unfortunately%20for%20Sarah%2C%20fortune%20came,life%20in%20San%20Jose%2C%20CA.
• https://www.visitcalifornia.com/experience/winchester-mystery-house/?gclid=CjwKCAjwg-GjBhBnEiwAMUvNWwcjj6ql8az-uIFP9SKMrsZ2mhSPyuuYBuxKPIaHyVOZQtgVrGUWqRoCmvQQAvD_BwE

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Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the Shop, Kara gives us Part 1 of the story of the Winchester Mystery House.  This weeks episode is all about Sarah Winchesters backstory!

Get ready to uncover the spine-chilling history of America's most haunted labyrinth, the Winchester Mystery House, and the captivating life of Sarah Winchester. Did you know that Sarah was one of the wealthiest women of her time, inheriting a fortune of $20 million and a daily royalty of $1,000 for the rest of her life?

 We'll also explore Sarah Winchester's intriguing upbringing, her exposure to secret societies like Free Masons and Rosae Crucis, and the tragedies and triumphs that shaped her life. Get ready to be captivated by the tale of this remarkable woman and the eerie mansion she built.

References:

• https://youtu.be/D4eYcNowupQ
• https://winchestermysteryhouse.com/ 
• https://allthatsinteresting.com/winchester-mystery-house
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winchester_Mystery_House
• https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/winchester-mystery-house
• https://www.legendsofamerica.com/winchester-mystery-house/ 
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarah_Winchester
• https://www.biography.com/personality/sarah-winchester
• https://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech//SciRefGuides/winchester-rifle.html#:~:text=Famous%20for%20its%20rugged%20construction,to%20New%20Haven%20in%201871.
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winchester_Repeating_Arms_Company
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oliver_Winchester 
• http://thetruthaboutsarahwinchester.com/
• https://www.geni.com/people/Sarah-Lockwood-Winchester-Pardee/6000000008448532436
• https://www.britannica.com/science/Baconian-method 
• https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJzj4tDP1TfIszAxM2D04k5JzclMVEhKTM7PAwBJswbG&q=delia+bacon&rlz=1C9BKJA_enUS793US794&oq=delia+bac&aqs=chrome.1.69i57j46i512j0i512l4j0i22i30j0i10i22i30j0i22i30.5713j0j7&hl=en-US&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8 
• https://www.britannica.com/science/Baconian-method 
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theorem 
• https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/theosophy
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Wirt_Winchester

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Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the Shop, Zach stops by to tell us about the early 20th Century and the publics reliance on Radium as a cure-all Product.

Can you believe that radium was once used in water, toys, and toothpaste, and even butter, cigarettes, and condoms? In this chilling episode of Oddity Shop, we uncover the dark history of radium products and their devastating effects on unsuspecting users. 

In this captivating episode, we discuss the courageous watch painters, known as the Radium Girls, who were the first to sue the companies responsible for the widespread use of radium when its horrifying dangers became evident. Despite the clear risks, radium wasn't removed from products until 1970, which leaves us wondering what other potentially hazardous products we might be using today. 

References:
1. https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2013/03/how-we-realized-putting-radium-in-everything-was-not-the-answer/273780/
2. https://histmed.collegeofphysicians.org/for-students/radium/
3. https://www.britannica.com/story/radium-girls-the-women-who-fought-for-their-lives-in-a-killerworkplace#:~:text=The%20public%20continued%20to%20assume,their%20bodies%20from%20the%20inside.
4. https://flashbak.com/vintage-produce-of-the-day-cure-all-radium-butter-baths-and-drinking-water-16263/
5. https://claremoremoh.org/radium-town-the-smell-of-success/
6. https://academic.oup.com/rpd/article-abstract/79/1-4/1/1611176
7. https://www.supla.fi/episode/ea573633-183d-5532-8aaa-8cb86f0f61c6
8. https://www.orau.org/health-physics-museum/collection/brands/radium-butter.html

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Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the Shop, Kara tells us the chilling story of the Ourang Medan and breaks down some of the possible theories that could explain this ghost ship

We'll explore the cryptic SOS messages, the haunting discovery of the crew's corpses, and the various theories surrounding this ill-fated voyage, including government cover-ups and fiery spheres from centuries past. 

Finally, we want to hear your stories of the strange and unusual! Share your tales of déjà vu, unexplained phenomena, and all things bizarre to help make our bonus episode a success. Don't miss out on this hair-raising episode of Oddity Shop, where we explore the cultural, the mysterious, and the downright odd!

References: 

• https://www.de173.com/the-ss-ourang-medan/
• https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/8440001/ghost-ships-chilling-sos-call-before-entire-crew-found-dead-with-faces-frozen-in-fear-in-greatest-ever-maritime-mystery/
• https://www.ripleys.com/weird-news/ss-ourang-medan-ghost-ship/
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ourang_Medan
• https://usghostadventures.com/haunted-stories/31-days-of-halloween/the-tragic-tale-of-the-ghost-ship-s-s-ourang-medan/
• https://allthatsinteresting.com/ss-ourang-medan
• https://history.howstuffworks.com/history-vs-myth/ourang-medan.htm
• https://youtu.be/1Opr-CrOiKI
• https://usghostadventures.com/haunted-stories/31-days-of-halloween/the-tragic-tale-of-the-ghost-ship-s-s-ourang-medan/
• https://www.maritimearchives.co.uk/lloyds-register.html
• https://www.theshipyardblog.com/how-to-sink-a-ghost-ship-the-story-of-the-ourang-medan/ 

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