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Pennsylvania Oddities

Marlin Bressi
Pennsylvania
York County
Joan Stevens
Squibb Family Murders
Civil War
Pennsylvania State Police
Warrington Township
Pittsburgh
Philadelphia
Bermudian Creek Murder Mystery
Luzerne County
Harrisburg
Emanuel Schaffner
John Sherlock
Sarah Schaffner
Nancy Good
Arsenic Poisoning
Dauphin County
Union Deposit Cemetery
Nescahoning

Author and "historian of the macabre" Marlin Bressi explores true crime, unsolved mysteries, haunted places, and strange history from around the Keystone State. Based on the Pennsylvania Oddities blog and book series by Sunbury Press. New episodes on the 1st and 15th of every month (Note: There will be no new episodes in August; new episodes will return September 1). Be sure to visit the Pennsylva... more

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This special episode features two new Pennsylvania Oddities stories, plus Episode 1 of my new short-form true crime podcast, 15 Minutes of Infamy.

Part I: The Psychiatrist's Fatal Folly

During the early history of Rockview State Penitentiary in Cen... more

During the early 20th century the portion of Avoca to the east of Interstate 81, near the Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport, was a mining community known as Brown's Patch. Like most mining patches among the anthracite fields of Pennsylvania... more

In April of 1936, authorities initially believed that three-year-old Sonny Karmendi's death had been caused by a hit-and-run driver. But the truth soon brought to light one of the most shocking murders in the history of Blair County.

In Manheim Township, just north of the city of Lancaster, there flows a tiny stream which has its source near Roseville. This little brook, an unnamed tributary of Landis Run, is little more than a trickle, and although it flows for a distance of les... more

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Marlin Bressi
Host and narrator of Pennsylvania Oddities; author and historian of the macabre

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Miss new episodes

    These small snippets of interesting stories make for an eventful ride home from work. I wish Marlin had not discontinued making episodes this summer, I miss learning about the odd past in PA.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    not that Philip Jurick
    United States10 months ago
  • Great pod!

    Grew up in Philly, moved to Fl for 26 years and am back to PA now and love these stories! Well told, good voice, interesting stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Menopausal_rager
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great work Mr. Bressi

    My wife and I enjoy listening to these podcasts while driving. The stories are always interesting and well-researched. As lifelong residents of PA, the locations are familiar so it’s fascinating to learn of these stories, many of which took place not far from where we live.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jgntj😃
    United States2 years ago
  • Plagiarize much?

    Wow, some lazy plagiarism here (these podcasters should look up the word in case they have never heard of the concept), at least change some of the words in the sentences you’ve lifted in entirety from other sources, geez.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    subopghy
    United States3 years ago
  • Interesting & Dark History

    I’m enjoying this podcast. The pacing is good, the narration clear with sound effects that add atmosphere to the stories. The length is just right for listening when I’m running local errands.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Catnipsy
    United States4 years ago

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Listener feedback often praises clear narration and strong storytelling with well-researched local history.
Positive comments frequently mention familiarity with PA locations and engaging atmosphere.

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A regional true-crime and history podcast that blends archival research with atmospheric narration to recount Pennsylvania's odd and often dark past. Episodes cover infamous cases, unsolved mysteries, and eerie local lore, all anchored by a single narrator whose persona as a ā€œhistorian of the macabreā€ adds a distinctive, storytelling-driven angle. Notable strengths include meticulous detail, strong sense of place, and occasional cross-promotion or sponsor moments that interrupt the narrative, which may appeal to listeners who enjoy immersive, locally grounded history and crime storytelling.

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Pennsylvania Oddities launched 6 years ago and published 135 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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