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The Odd Podcast with Joe Parisi

Joe Parisi
Tupac Shakur
Back To the Future Part II
Elsa Lanchester
Johnny Carson
Pee-Wee's Playhouse
Billboard Hot 100
Heather O'rourke
Ed Wood Jr.
Music Videos
Bride Of Frankenstein
Jeff Pearlman
The Tonight Show
90s Music
Poltergeist
Documentary Filmmaking
Online Rumors
MTV
Mcdonald's
Plan 9 From Outer Space
Elvis Presley

Joe Parisi explores the nooks and crannies of pop culture and the entertainment industry. He brings you a mix of odd news, facts and interviews. Join Joe and some truly interesting people from the world of film, music, tv and art. It's an exciting peak behind the curtain into some of the lesser known worlds within our own.

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One of the most iconic costumes in movie history is stepping back into the spotlight. On this episode of The Odd Podcast with Joe Parisi, Joe is joined by renowned pop culture curator James Comisar to discuss the legendary Cowardly Lion costume worn ... more

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Step beyond the bright lights of classic Hollywood and into the forgotten world of Ed Wood's Fringe Hollywood. Long before Ed Wood became a cult icon and the subject of Tim Burton's acclaimed film, he was hustling to make movies on the margins of the... more

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What if the most memorable graduation speech of all time was never actually a graduation speech?

On this episode of The Odd Podcast with Joe Parisi, we take a deep dive into "Everybody's Free (To Wear Sunscreen)," the 1999 spoken-word hit that offe... more

Step into a supersized dose of nostalgia on this episode of The Odd Podcast with Joe Parisi!

Joe dives deep into the wild, colorful world of McDonald's nostalgia, Ronald McDonald history, and some of the most sought-after McDonald's collectibles ev... more

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Recent Guests

James Comisar
Renowned pop culture curator and memorabilia historian
Comisar Collection / Museum of TV History
Episode: 143 - The Cowardly Lion Costume with James Comisar
Bob Blackburn
Caretaker of Ed Wood's legacy and Ed Wood expert
Independent historian/collector associated with Ed Wood community
Episode: 142 | Hollywood's Fringe: The World of Ed Wood
Randy Kalin
Ronald McDonald in St. Louis area for decades; magician
McDonald's Ronald McDonald program (St. Louis)
Episode: 140 | McDonald's Memories
Dustin Mayfield
Pop culture memorabilia collector and dealer, aka Dusty Dixie
Episode: 140 | McDonald's Memories
Prudence Fenton
Animation and special effects producer on Pee-wee's Playhouse; MTV's Liquid Television contributor; on-screen in Pee-wee as Himself documentary
Pee-wee's Playhouse / MTV / HBO documentary
Episode: 136 | Penny from Pee Wee's Playhouse
Timothy Young
Author, illustrator, model maker, animator, toy designer, sculptor; built Penny for the first season
Ardman Animation collaboration; Penny model creator for Pee-wee's Playhouse
Episode: 136 | Penny from Pee Wee's Playhouse
Mark Malkoff
Author of Love Johnny Carson, One Obsessive Fan's Journey to Find the Genius Behind the Legend
Author, Love Johnny Carson
Episode: 135 | Johnny Carson with author Mark Malkoff
Jeff Pearlman
New York Times bestselling author and biographer
HarperCollins (Mariner Books division)
Episode: 134 | 2Pac with author Jeff Pearlman
Scott Michaels
Pop culture historian, friend of the show, Dearly Departed founder
Dearly Departed / Findadeath.com
Episode: 133 | Elsa Lanchester-Monsters, Mysteries, and Myths featuring Scott Michaels

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Joe Parisi
Host of The Odd Podcast with Joe Parisi

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • So good

    These episodes are fantastic, such great deeps dives with great guest interviews. Keep coming with more episodes Joe, the people want more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LVKaos
    United Statesa year ago
  • We want more!

    Joe, it’s September 2024. Are you gonna be doing any more of these? Love the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ODMJ84
    United States2 years ago
  • Awesome show!

    I look forward to every podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jscion2k
    United States8 years ago
  • Ultimately Entertaining

    I’ve been hooked since I started listening a couple of weeks back. The host does a great job with it all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caucasian Persuasion Invasion
    United States8 years ago
  • Great show, but.....

    Please do an odd podcast on the old St. Louis local access show “World Wide Magazine”. I know the host has passed away, but I loved that show when I was younger and would love some behind the scenes info on this amazing, award winning show. Just an idea, we love Joe!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pickle 456
    United States9 years ago

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Episodes feel thoughtfully researched and entertaining for fans of obscure pop culture.
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The host's enthusiasm is infectious and interviews are consistently engaging.
Guests are well-chosen and bring authentic expertise to niche topics.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

143 - The Cowardly Lion Costume with James Comisar
Q: What led to the Lion costume ending up with George Lucas?
The costume was acquired through a long chain of sales and liquidations from MGM's backlot, auctions, and a salvage operation, ultimately reaching Lucas via a private buyer after being reconstructed and proven authentic.
143 - The Cowardly Lion Costume with James Comisar
Q: What happened to the Cowardly Lion costume once it came into your possession?
He describes receiving it in a garbage bag, authenticating it as the Wizard of Oz lion, and signing for a 24-hour hold to study it with experts before a careful restoration.
143 - The Cowardly Lion Costume with James Comisar
Q: So I have to just kind of ask, how did all of this begin for you?
Comisar explains he began as a young collector inspired by classic TV, eventually turning collecting into a professional focus and then adding curatorial and authentication expertise to build a museum-grade archive.
132 | Elvis Presley: Karate Expert
Q: How did Elvis come to study karate and who were his main instructors?
Elvis began karate in Germany in 1958 and trained with Rex Mansfield, then with Kong Ri in Memphis from 1970 to 1974, and later with Ed Parker in Kempo; Elvis earned belts through a mix of rigorous testing and generous endorsements from these instructors, though there is debate about some belt ranks being ceremonial.
140 | McDonald's Memories
Q: What does Dustin look for on his treasure hunts?
Dustin focuses on hard-to-find, wall-piece, or display items tied to specific restaurants or regional campaigns, often discovering pieces in estate sales or private collections. He emphasizes rarity, condition, and the story behind each item, and he discusses the dynamics of buying and selling within the collector community.

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What is The Odd Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep-dive show that pairs a curious host with guests who illuminate quirky corners of pop culture, history, and media. Episodes frequently explore niche communities—from Hollywood fringe history and memorabilia to influential figures in television, music, and animation—through generous conversation, archival detail, and personal anecdotes. The format typically blends narrative history with first-hand perspectives from collectors, filmmakers, critics, and biographers, delivering both nostalgia and context for why these stories endure. A notable strength is the host's ability to draw out behind-the-scenes details and human-interest angles, which makes it appealing to listeners who enjoy thoughtful storytelling about obscure or under-the-rad... more

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