The Box of Oddities

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The Webby Award-winning “Box of Oddities" is a podcast that delves into the strange and mysterious aspects of our world, exploring topics ranging from bizarre medical conditions to unsolved mysteries, and from paranormal phenomena to strange cultural practices from around the world. With a focus on oddities, curiosities, and the macabre, each episode is a journey into the unknown, where hosts Kat and Jethro Gilligan Toth share their love for unusual stories and inject their humor and commentary. From the strange history of medical practices to chilling true crime stories, to natural (and unnatural) events, "The Box of Oddities" satisfies your thirst for the weird and the unusual, offering an informative and entertaining look into the dark and mysterious corners of our world. JIMMY KIMMEL, ABC-TV says, "Should you be the type who has an interest in weird stuff, this is a fun thing to allow in your head!"  “Truth is stranger than fiction, and the Box of Oddities is the strangest of all!” -SLUGGO, SIRIUS XM LITHIUM “Kat & Jethro wring humor from bizarre, macabre and perplexing places.” -BOSTON MAGAZINE

  1. Inbox Of Oddities #029

    HACE 9 H

    Inbox Of Oddities #029

    In this special episode of The Inbox of Oddities, we’re heading to the Windy City for a spine-tingling exploration of firsthand paranormal encounters in Chicago. Join Kat and Jethro as they team up with Ken and Matt from the Chicago-based Triviality Podcast to dive into the eerie and mysterious side of the city. From the haunted Bachelor's Grove Cemetary to the ghostly apparition of "Resurrection Mary" and other unexplainable phenomena, the crew will share chilling stories and personal experiences that might make you rethink your next trip to the Midwest. So, grab your flashlight, check under the bed, and prepare for a supernatural adventure with some of Chicago’s finest podcasting minds. You won’t want to miss this hauntingly fun episode! Listen to The Triviality Podcast Here. If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    32 min
  2. Flamboyant Bigfoot

    HACE 3 DÍAS

    Flamboyant Bigfoot

    Unveiling the Odd: Funeral Home Secrets, Quantum Minds & Perception Mysteries In this mind-bending episode of The Box of Oddities, Kat, and Jethro dive into four peculiar topics that will leave you questioning everything. First, a strange discovery at a Seattle funeral home—what was unearthed, and how does it tie into the Civil War? Then, journey to the heart of Russia's enigmatic Lake Baikal, a place with secrets as deep as its waters. Next, we explore the mind-blowing Orch OR theory that suggests your brain might actually be a biological quantum computer, shaping your reality as you perceive it. And finally, we'll look closer at the fascinating world of perception phenomena—how our senses might be fooling us in ways we never expected. Tune in for an episode packed with oddities and fresh perspectives on the strange, the mysterious, and the downright bizarre! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 h y 5 min
  3. Inbox Of Oddities #028

    7 NOV

    Inbox Of Oddities #028

    The Inbox of Oddities is a special bonus episode of The Box of Oddities podcast, where we delve into the treasure trove of our listeners' emails, messages, and audio submissions. In this unique episode, we share our audience's weird and wonderful stories, bringing their remarkable experiences and odd encounters to the forefront. Join us as we read your emails and messages and play audio recordings you've sent in, allowing you to become an integral part of our show. It's a captivating journey through the strange and extraordinary moments that our listeners have experienced, making The Inbox of Oddities a must-listen bonus episode for anyone who enjoys the bizarre and unexplainable. If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact advertising@airwavemedia.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min
  4. Northern Pike Nimbostratus

    4 NOV

    Northern Pike Nimbostratus

    Join us for a thrilling exploration in this episode of The Box of Oddities, where we uncover the enigmatic Tulli Scrolls, rumored to be ancient Egyptian documents that detail the sighting of UFOs in the skies of antiquity. What secrets do these scrolls hold, and why have they eluded historians for so long? Next, we journey to the haunted hills of Curtea de Argeș, nestled on the southern slopes of the Transylvanian Alps. This historic site boasts a chilling past filled with legends of vampires, tragic love stories, and architectural marvels. What lurks in the shadows of this storied land? In a fascinating twist of science and technology, we delve into the groundbreaking discoveries that reveal uncanny similarities between DNA and computer code. What does this mean for our understanding of life itself? Are we simply biological algorithms, or is there something more profound at play? Finally, we discuss the quirky world of eggcorns—those amusing malapropisms that arise from a mishearing or misinterpretation of phrases. From “for all intents and purposes” to “for all intensive purposes,” we’ll laugh our way through the linguistic misadventures that often leave us scratching our heads. Join us for a captivating mix of history, science, and a touch of humor in this week’s episode of The Box of Oddities! If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact advertising@airwavemedia.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 h y 3 min
  5. The 7th Annual Halloween Special Pt. II

    31 OCT

    The 7th Annual Halloween Special Pt. II

    It’s the 7th annual The Box of Oddities Halloween special! We invited our beloved Freak Family to take center stage as they share their authentic, strange, and terrifying experiences in their own words.  From encounters with the supernatural to bizarre happenings that defy explanation, our listeners’ stories showcase the eerie and the unknown. Whether you believe in ghosts or prefer to chalk it up to coincidence, these narratives will keep you on the edge of your seat!  Join us as we delve into the strange and unusual, exploring the mysteries that lurk just beyond the veil of our everyday lives. Don’t miss this chance to embrace the weirdness that connects us all—because when it comes to the oddities of life, every freak has a story.  Listen and become part of our haunting tradition! Subscribe to The Box of Oddities for your weekly dose of the weird, the wonderful, and the downright spooky. If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    32 min
  6. The 7th Annual Halloween Special!

    28 OCT

    The 7th Annual Halloween Special!

    It’s the 7th annual The Box of Oddities Halloween special! We invited our beloved Freak Family to take center stage as they share their authentic, strange, and terrifying experiences in their own words.  From encounters with the supernatural to bizarre happenings that defy explanation, our listeners’ stories showcase the eerie and the unknown. Whether you believe in ghosts or prefer to chalk it up to coincidence, these narratives will keep you on the edge of your seat!  Join us as we delve into the strange and unusual, exploring the mysteries that lurk just beyond the veil of our everyday lives. Don’t miss this chance to embrace the weirdness that connects us all—because when it comes to the oddities of life, every freak has a story.  Listen and become part of our haunting tradition! Subscribe to The Box of Oddities for your weekly dose of the weird, the wonderful, and the downright spooky. If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    51 min
  7. Inbox Of Oddities #027

    24 OCT

    Inbox Of Oddities #027

    The Inbox of Oddities is a special bonus episode of The Box of Oddities podcast, where we delve into the treasure trove of our listeners' emails, messages, and audio submissions. In this unique episode, we share our audience's weird and wonderful stories, bringing their remarkable experiences and odd encounters to the forefront. Join us as we read your emails and messages and play audio recordings you've sent in, allowing you to become an integral part of our show. It's a captivating journey through the strange and extraordinary moments that our listeners have experienced, making The Inbox of Oddities a must-listen bonus episode for anyone who enjoys the bizarre and unexplainable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    21 min
  8. Dark Deals, Haunted Dummies and Goblins

    21 OCT

    Dark Deals, Haunted Dummies and Goblins

    In this Box, we journey into the macabre and mysterious. First, we unravel the gruesome story of Leonarda Cianciulli, Italy’s notorious "Soap-Maker of Correggio," who turned murder into a grotesque form of art—literally. Was it madness, superstition, or something far darker that drove her? Next, we scale the rugged slopes of the Andes to confront El Duende, the goblin-like creature said to haunt villages and terrorize those who stray too far from safety. Could this ancient legend hold a seed of truth, or is it simply a tale spun by fearful imaginations? Then, we introduce you to Mr. Fritz, the ventriloquist dummy with a mind of its own. Mysteriously moving its eyes and escaping locked cases, this haunted doll has raised more than a few eyebrows—and chills up spines. Finally, we follow the gripping manhunt for The Mad Trapper, a Canadian fugitive whose bizarre behavior, bulletproof toughness, and uncanny evasion tactics left both police and the public in awe. Was he merely a criminal on the run or something altogether more terrifying? Each story is a chilling reminder that the world has more mysteries than we may ever know. Join us and let the oddities unravel. If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    59 min
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The Webby Award-winning “Box of Oddities" is a podcast that delves into the strange and mysterious aspects of our world, exploring topics ranging from bizarre medical conditions to unsolved mysteries, and from paranormal phenomena to strange cultural practices from around the world. With a focus on oddities, curiosities, and the macabre, each episode is a journey into the unknown, where hosts Kat and Jethro Gilligan Toth share their love for unusual stories and inject their humor and commentary. From the strange history of medical practices to chilling true crime stories, to natural (and unnatural) events, "The Box of Oddities" satisfies your thirst for the weird and the unusual, offering an informative and entertaining look into the dark and mysterious corners of our world. JIMMY KIMMEL, ABC-TV says, "Should you be the type who has an interest in weird stuff, this is a fun thing to allow in your head!"  “Truth is stranger than fiction, and the Box of Oddities is the strangest of all!” -SLUGGO, SIRIUS XM LITHIUM “Kat & Jethro wring humor from bizarre, macabre and perplexing places.” -BOSTON MAGAZINE

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