In this episode of Slice of the Paranormal, we head to Easton, Pennsylvania in search of a local legend: a cannibalistic Goblin Monk—rumored to be a murderous holy man whose twisted creed led him to a noose... and a monstrous transformation.

Our strange journey takes us to:
🪦 Easton Cemetery, home of the mysterious White Lady ghost
📚 Easton Public Library, possibly built over a graveyard, and where we unexpectedly find the grave of a woman known as “Mammy”—believed by some to be the White Lady herself
🍕 Nicolosi’s Pizzeria, a horror-themed pizza shop serving up slices with a side of spook

Is the library really haunted? Does a goblin stalk the cemetery at night? And why is Mammy buried beneath books?

Join us as we explore Easton’s haunted past, local ghost stories, and one of the most bizarre legends in Pennsylvania folklore.

SOURCES:

• Spooky Pennsylvania by S.E. Schlosser (2020)

• Article by Beth-Price Williams (Feb 11, 2022)

• Bethlehem Ghosts by Katherine Ramsland & Dana DeVito (2007)

• Find A Grave

VISIT THE SITES:

• Easton Cemetery

• Nicolosi’s Pizzeria

• Easton Public Library

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We explore the origins of the panic, its rise in American pop culture, and how it targeted everything from heavy metal music to comic books, and especially Dungeons & Dragons.

Joining us is Ryan Castle, owner of Celestial Waters—a tabletop gaming and hobby store in Sunbury, Pennsylvania—to share insight on how the panic warped public perception of role-playing games like D&D.

We also break down:

• How false accusations spread through talk shows, churches, and news media

• Why Dungeons & Dragons was unfairly linked to the occult

• The long-term effects on youth culture, creativity, and fandom

• How D&D became a safe and welcoming community for teens and adults after the panic faded

By the 1990s, the Satanic Panic had lost steam—but its bizarre legacy still echoes today.

🎧 Subscribe and listen as we slice into this strange chapter of American history—where fear sold headlines and fantasy became the scapegoat.

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Episode 36: In this episode of Slice of the Paranormal, we head to Linesville, Pennsylvania to investigate one of the state’s most legendary haunted locations: the Knickerbocker Hotel. This iconic building isn’t just rich in history—it’s packed with chilling ghost stories, paranormal experiences, and a vibe that pulls you in from the moment you walk through the door. We’re guided by none other than Peg Knickerbocker, the hotel’s warm and welcoming caretaker, who shares decades of firsthand paranormal tales. From mysterious shadows to objects moving on their own, Peg opens up about the spirits said to still linger in these historic halls. We explore the doll room, the Lincoln room, and the infamous bar area, each with its own haunted history. Paranormal photos, stories from investigators, and spine-tingling legends come to life. We even sit at the very table where Lorraine Warren—yes, that Lorraine Warren—had her purse mysteriously vanish, only for it to reappear later. Whether you're a ghost hunter, history buff, or curious skeptic, you’ll want to hear what we uncover in this unforgettable visit to the Knickerbocker Hotel. 🎙️ Tune in now as the Slice of the Paranormal team dives deep into one of Pennsylvania’s most haunted hotels. Sources Referenced in This Episode: Fifty of Pennsylvania’s Most Haunted Sites by Sherri Granato Paranormal State, Episode 19 Investigating Ghosts at the Knickerbocker Hotel – Kenny Biddle, June 11, 2024 Ghost Detectives, Season 6, Episode 10 The Knickerbocker Hotel: Decades of Paranormal Guests – Allegheny Paranormal Investigations