The Best of Coast to Coast AM Episode 220: Joshua Visits the ZOLTAR Factory!
Jan 3, 2025
In this episode, Olaf Stanton, founder of Characters Unlimited, shares his journey in creating Zoltar fortune-telling machines since 1987. He takes listeners inside the Zoltar factory, detailing its unique history and the charm of handmade creations. Lauren Bright Pacheco adds a twist with her insights into the chilling true crime case of Julie Bethley. The conversation blends the supernatural allure of fortune-tellers with real-life mysteries, making for an engaging and thought-provoking listen.
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Zoltar Enthusiast Discovers Factory
- Joshua P. Warren is a huge Zoltar fan, owning various Zoltar merchandise.
- He was surprised to discover the Zoltar factory, Characters Unlimited, is in Boulder City, near Las Vegas.
Boulder City Discovery
- Warren discovered the Zoltar factory during a visit to Boulder City, Nevada.
- The factory, Characters Unlimited, makes every Zoltar machine by hand.
Tour Guide's Zoltar Connection
- Tour guide Alan Goya got permission to dress as Zoltar for Warren's Haunted Boulder City tour.
- Goya's connection with Characters Unlimited owner Olaf Stanton eventually led to Warren's factory tour.