42 episodes

Your weekly guide to all the weird things that have happened in our world—both yesterday and today. Each week, we take a short tour of the strangest news from around the world, dip into wild historical events from the past, and explore one larger tale that’s sure to leave you shaking your head. Hosted by Aaron Mahnke.

That’s Just Weird with Aaron Mahnke Aaron Mahnke

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.6 • 212 Ratings

Your weekly guide to all the weird things that have happened in our world—both yesterday and today. Each week, we take a short tour of the strangest news from around the world, dip into wild historical events from the past, and explore one larger tale that’s sure to leave you shaking your head. Hosted by Aaron Mahnke.

    Episode 41: A Canine Controversy, a Nightmare, and a Blown Top

    Episode 41: A Canine Controversy, a Nightmare, and a Blown Top

    Today we learn about a scientific impossibility, a prescient dream, and a volcano that changed the world.
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    Narrated and executive produced by Aaron Mahnke, with Robin Miniter as Senior Producer, research and writing help from the Grim & Mild team, and audio production from Otis Gray.
    You can find this episode's sources here, and more information about the show on our website here.

    • 16 min
    Episode 40: A New Pet, an Old Pet, and a Bad Man

    Episode 40: A New Pet, an Old Pet, and a Bad Man

    Today we learn about the new fad sweeping South Korea, a four-legged war hero, and a desperate, dangerous killer.
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    Narrated and executive produced by Aaron Mahnke, with Robin Miniter as Senior Producer, research and writing help from the Grim & Mild team, and audio production from Otis Gray.
    You can find this episode's sources here, and more information about the show on our website here.

    • 17 min
    Episode 39: A Cool Job, a Tricky Brain, and a Ticking Theft

    Episode 39: A Cool Job, a Tricky Brain, and a Ticking Theft

    Today we learn about a job opening at the bottom of the world, a brain that took the scientific community by storm, and a museum theft that’s left an indelible mark on time.
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    Narrated and executive produced by Aaron Mahnke, with Robin Miniter as Senior Producer, research and writing help from the Grim & Mild team, and audio production from Otis Gray.
    You can find this episode's sources here, and more information about the show on our website here.

    • 17 min
    Episode 38: Colorful Squirrels, a Cursed Book, and a Beautiful Discovery

    Episode 38: Colorful Squirrels, a Cursed Book, and a Beautiful Discovery

    Today we learn about a neighborhood crime spree involving painted wildlife, the book that might have sunk an unsinkable ship, and the French sailor who dug up a legendary treasure. 
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    Sponsors:
    Word Duo: Download WORD DUO on the App Store for your iPhone or iPad. You’ll love this game! —————————
    Narrated and executive produced by Aaron Mahnke, with Robin Miniter as Senior Producer, research and writing help from the Grim & Mild team, and audio production from Otis Gray.
    You can find this episode's sources here, and more information about the show on our website here.

    • 17 min
    Episode 37: A Revoked Record, a Frozen Fall, and a Feeding Frenzy

    Episode 37: A Revoked Record, a Frozen Fall, and a Feeding Frenzy

    Today we learn about a world record that’s been rescinded, the pausing of Mother Nature, and an agricultural plan that was too bizarre to even try.
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    Narrated and executive produced by Aaron Mahnke, with Robin Miniter as Senior Producer, research and writing help from the Grim & Mild team, and audio production from Otis Gray.
    You can find this episode's sources here, and more information about the show on our website here.

    • 15 min
    Episode 36: An Icy Rescue, a Frozen Father, and a Chilling Theft

    Episode 36: An Icy Rescue, a Frozen Father, and a Chilling Theft

    Today we learn about a couple rescued from certain death, some family drama over a frozen relative, and one of the most famous unsolved art crimes in history.
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    Sponsors:
    Word Duo: Visit wordduo.com from your iPhone or iPad for a download link. You’ll love playing WORD DUO! —————————
    Narrated and executive produced by Aaron Mahnke, with Robin Miniter as Senior Producer, research and writing help from the Grim & Mild team, and audio production from Otis Gray.
    You can find this episode's sources here, and more information about the show on our website here.

    • 15 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
212 Ratings

212 Ratings

flower girl 1234 ,

Love this

I love it so much the weirdest things happen

Adrianne Rabs ,

Great!

Interesting- simple-short news articles great for EVERYONE! If you love history and just weird facts this is a great show for you!

W Kate Roberts ,

Just plain fun

I subscribe to many Aaron Manke shows but this one may be my favorite. A nice break from true crime.

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