
An Oddball Recap: 13th Annual Michigan Paracon
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10/05/23 • 52 min
Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the shop, Zach and Kara recount their adventure at the 13th Annual Michigan Paracon.
This episode is brimming with ghostly encounters, riveting investigations, and unexpected psychic revelations that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Ever had a surprise family connection pop up at a paranormal conference? We did, and we can't wait to share the spooky details!
We're taking you behind the scenes of the incredible presentations by renowned investigators like Jeff Belanger and the Kling Brothers, and how these eerie tales left us with more than a few goosebumps! Plus, we've got quite the haul from the convention to chat about - think unique handmade REM pods and beautiful crystals.
Brace yourself for some laughs as we touch upon the awkward, the hilarious, and everything else in-between. From our unforgettable conversation with Sam about crystals, tiny penises, and demonology, to making unexpected new friends at the convention, this episode is filled to the brim with surprises. So, if you're ready for some strange stories and the unexpected, join us as we relive our supernatural adventure at the Michigan Paracon. We promise, you won't want to miss it!
Referneces:
- https://saultstemarie.com/events-calendar/michigan-paranormal-convention/
- https://www.officialghosthunters.com/
- https://whatsupweirdo.com/
- https://www.spiritwaywellness.com/andrea-perron
- https://www.lilianamariecreative.com/investigate
- https://www.facebook.com/TravelersMoon/
- https://jeffbelanger.com/
Each Week at the Oddity Shop, Your Curators Kara and Zach will bring you Creepy, Strange, Weird Bizarre Stories from around the globe!
The Shop's phone lines are open! Give us a call and leave a voicemail (Or two!) with your creepy personal tale/oddity, and it could be featured on a future episode!
616.320.4935
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Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the shop, Zach and Kara recount their adventure at the 13th Annual Michigan Paracon.
This episode is brimming with ghostly encounters, riveting investigations, and unexpected psychic revelations that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Ever had a surprise family connection pop up at a paranormal conference? We did, and we can't wait to share the spooky details!
We're taking you behind the scenes of the incredible presentations by renowned investigators like Jeff Belanger and the Kling Brothers, and how these eerie tales left us with more than a few goosebumps! Plus, we've got quite the haul from the convention to chat about - think unique handmade REM pods and beautiful crystals.
Brace yourself for some laughs as we touch upon the awkward, the hilarious, and everything else in-between. From our unforgettable conversation with Sam about crystals, tiny penises, and demonology, to making unexpected new friends at the convention, this episode is filled to the brim with surprises. So, if you're ready for some strange stories and the unexpected, join us as we relive our supernatural adventure at the Michigan Paracon. We promise, you won't want to miss it!
Referneces:
- https://saultstemarie.com/events-calendar/michigan-paranormal-convention/
- https://www.officialghosthunters.com/
- https://whatsupweirdo.com/
- https://www.spiritwaywellness.com/andrea-perron
- https://www.lilianamariecreative.com/investigate
- https://www.facebook.com/TravelersMoon/
- https://jeffbelanger.com/
Each Week at the Oddity Shop, Your Curators Kara and Zach will bring you Creepy, Strange, Weird Bizarre Stories from around the globe!
The Shop's phone lines are open! Give us a call and leave a voicemail (Or two!) with your creepy personal tale/oddity, and it could be featured on a future episode!
616.320.4935
JOIN US ON PATREON: Click Here!
Join the Oddity Shop on Patreon for Day Early Access to Episodes and tons of bonus content!!!
Visit our Website to learn more!
Email Us at: oddityshoppodcast.com
www.OddityShopPodcast.com
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Love Has Won: Amy Carlson and Her Cult
Welcome to The Oddity Shop, Where the Bizarre is Always on Sale! This week in the shop, Zach Tells us about Amy Carlson, and her Culty Group: Love has won
Ready to be drawn into the world of Love Has Won, a cult led by Amy Carlson, the woman who claimed to be a divine being? Brace yourself for an emotional rollercoaster as we delve deep into the intricate details of Amy's life, from her seemingly ordinary childhood in Dallas, Texas to her journey of embracing new age philosophies and forming the Galactic Federation of Light. Hear the stories and allegations surrounding this cult, the obsession with sex, drugs and spaceships, and the shocking discovery of a mummified body that led to the arrest of seven individuals in Colorado.
Next, we venture into the inner workings of the cult. Discover the manipulative tactics employed by Amy and her inner circle, the emotional and physical abuses, the stringent rules, and the extreme demands placed on the followers. Listen as we debunk her claims of suffering from 'fifth-dimensional' cancer and how she used it as a smokescreen to cover her deteriorating health. Stay tuned as we unravel the enigma that is Amy Carlson and her cult, Love Has Won.
This unique episode of the Oddity Shop promises to be a riveting blend of mystery, supernatural, and humor. So, buckle up and prepare for a thrilling journey into the realm of the bizarre, the creepy, and the downright odd.
References:
· https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REU4KETRAYY “Bizarre Cult Who
Mummified Their God”
· https://www.denverpost.com/2021/05/16/love-has-won-cult-mother-god/
· https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Love_Has_Won
· https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/love-has-won-amy-
carlson-mother-god-1254916/
· https://www.insider.com/inside-bizarre-cult-love-has-won-mother-god-amy-
carlson-
· https://www.marieclaire.com/culture/a37417778/love-has-won-cult-amy-
carlson-stroud-death/
·
Each Week at the Oddity Shop, Your Curators Kara and Zach will bring you Creepy, Strange, Weird Bizarre Stories from around the globe!
The Shop's phone lines are open! Give us a call and leave a voicemail (Or two!) with your creepy personal tale/oddity, and it could be featured on a future episode!
616.320.4935
JOIN US ON PATREON: Click Here!
Join the Oddity Shop on Patreon for Day Early Access to Episodes and tons of bonus content!!!
Visit our Website to learn more!
Email Us at: oddityshoppodcast.com
www.OddityShopPodcast.com
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Creep Your Curators: Oddball Origin Stories
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 the strange phenomena that lurk in the unseen corners of our reality. Let's embark on this spine-chilling journey together!
From discussing guardian angels to sharing our experiences with spirits and aliens, we're going all out this episode. Listen in as we delve into the mysterious figures seen, stories of aliens and being an empath, and so much more.
Finally, brace yourselves for spine-tingling recounts of haunted houses and strange phenomena. Hear our tales about inexplicable falling objects, bizarre behavior in the presence of spirits, and unexplained activities in homes we lived in. If that's not enough to give you goosebumps, we're concluding with an announcement for our bonus Halloween episode. Join us on this thrilling ride into the supernatural and the empath experience. Be ready to have your reality questioned and your nerves tested. Tune in to our podcast today!
Each Week at the Oddity Shop, Your Curators Kara and Zach will bring you Creepy, Strange, Weird Bizarre Stories from around the globe!
The Shop's phone lines are open! Give us a call and leave a voicemail (Or two!) with your creepy personal tale/oddity, and it could be featured on a future episode!
616.320.4935
JOIN US ON PATREON: Click Here!
Join the Oddity Shop on Patreon for Day Early Access to Episodes and tons of bonus content!!!
Visit our Website to learn more!
Email Us at: oddityshoppodcast.com
www.OddityShopPodcast.com
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Affiliate programs are designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to the partner site.
Oddity Shop - An Oddball Recap: 13th Annual Michigan Paracon
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