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The Box of Oddities

Kat & Jethro Gilligan Toth

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

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All Episodes

24:24

Inbox Of Oddities #024

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/10/03

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

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65:46

#647: Cryptids Are Stealing Our Deli Meats

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2024/09/30

In this episode, Kat and Jethro explore the eerie connections between historical and modern mysteries. First up, they delve into the paranormal aftermath of the Titanic sinking, uncovering reports of ghostly sightings and unexplained phenomena haunting the waters where tragedy struck.Next, they encounter the bizarre tale of The Crawfordsville Monster, a mysterious creature that terrorized an Indiana town in the late 19th century, leaving witnesses baffled and historians intrigued. Moving through

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33:20

Freak Family Favorites #015

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/09/26

Join us for a thrilling ride as we invite the members of the Freak Family to the helm. In this special edition, they take you on a whirlwind tour through the depths of our vast catalog, revealing their absolute favorite stories from the world of the bizarre, mysterious, and utterly captivating. These Freak Family hosts have scoured the archives to curate a collection of the most mind-bending and inexplicable tales you've ever heard. Whether you're a seasoned fan of the Box of Oddities or a newcomer

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52:54

#646: Furniture Related Burials

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/09/23

Join Kat and Jethro for a whirlwind of bizarre tales on this episode of The Box of Oddities! Delve into the enigma of Sandy Cove's mystery man, a recluse whose identity baffled locals for decades. Then, explore innovative methods for disposing of the deceased that push the boundaries of tradition and sustainability.Next, travel back to 1911 when Hailey's Comet sparked a global panic, with fears of its poisonous gas tail sweeping Earth. Finally, discover the unlikely showdown between a tractor

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28:11

Freak Family Favorites #014

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/09/19

Join us for a thrilling ride as we invite the members of the Freak Family to the helm. In this special edition, they take you on a whirlwind tour through the depths of our vast catalog, revealing their absolute favorite stories from the world of the bizarre, mysterious, and utterly captivating. These Freak Family hosts have scoured the archives to curate a collection of the most mind-bending and inexplicable tales you've ever heard. Whether you're a seasoned fan of the Box of Oddities or a newcomer

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64:22

#645: A Very Provocative Snowman

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/09/16

Join Kat and Jethro for a journey through the quirkiest corners of history on this episode of The Box of Oddities! Discover the taste of 3,000-year-old honey and other astonishing ancient artifacts that defy time. Then, travel back to the miracle of 1511 in Brussels, where an unexpected event sparked a city-wide frenzy of demonstrations against the throne using little more than snow.Next, unpack the bizarre history behind the iconic Waldorf-Astoria hotel, from its extravagant beginnings to its

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25:00

Inbox Of Oddities #023

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/09/12

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

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53:23

#644: Bookstore Cramps

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/09/09

Welcome to The Box of Oddities! In this episode, Kat and Jethro dive into the strange and often bewildering corners of history and human experience.First, they explore a bizarre belief from medieval times: Did people really think witches could steal your penis? Find out the surprising truth behind this peculiar fear that gripped minds centuries ago. Next, they uncover the fascinating discovery of Dark Oxygen. Is this mysterious find a boon or a bane? Join them as they unravel the implications of

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23:00

Inbox Of Oddities #022

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/09/05

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

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64:32

#643: The Hard Labor Day Special

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/09/02

Join Kat and Jethro as they celebrate labor. Both the vocational type of labor and the childbirth type: from a terrible job at the eerie Flannan Isles Lighthouse where three keepers vanished without a trace in 1900 to the bizarre story of a couple who birthed a 29-year-old embryo. Discover the oddest professions on the planet, where some jobs are so strange it's hard to believe they exist. Plus, explore the unsettling phenomenon of Coffin Births, where life and death intersect unexpectedly. Tune in

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40:17

Freak Family Favorites #013

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/08/29

The Red Barn Murders and The Nasca LinesJoin us for a thrilling ride as we invite the members of the Freak Family to the helm. In this special edition, they take you on a whirlwind tour through the depths of our vast catalog, revealing their absolute favorite stories from the world of the bizarre, mysterious, and utterly captivating. These Freak Family hosts have scoured the archives to curate a collection of the most mind-bending and inexplicable tales you've ever heard. Whether you're a seasoned

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53:35

#642: Catfish-tastrophe

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/08/26

Welcome to another intriguing episode of The Box of Oddities! Join hosts Kat and Jethro as they delve into a quartet of bizarre and fascinating tales from around the world.First up, discover the infamous "Wicked Bible," where a single typo turned a holy text into a scandalous document. Learn how a simple error changed religious history forever. Then, journey to Japan to explore the myth of giant catfish causing earthquakes. Could these enormous creatures be shaking things up beneath the

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22:03

Inbox Of Oddities #021

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/08/22

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

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62:26

#641: Setting Ghoul Goals

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/08/19

Welcome to another intriguing episode of The Box of Oddities! Join hosts Kat and Jethro as they delve into a bizarre world where history meets the supernatural and the unexpected. In this episode:Explore the fascinating realm of failed doomsday predictions that missed the mark by miles yet still managed to capture the imagination of believers worldwide. Venture into the eerie halls of the haunted Old Ursuline Convent, where ghostly tales and unexplained phenomena lurk around every corner. Unravel

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24:18

Inbox Of Oddities #020

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/08/15

The Inbox of Oddities is a bonus episode of The Box of Oddities podcast, where we delve into the treasure trove of our listeners' emails, messages, and audio submissions. 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 that you've sent in, allowing you to become an integral part of our show. It's a captivating journey through the strange and

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52:15

#640: Down For Taters

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/08/12

Join hosts Kat and Jethro for a mind-bending journey into the bizarre and extraordinary. In this episode, explore the captivating story of the Pig-Faced Lady of Regency London, a mysterious figure who captivated the public imagination. Discover the latest revelations from ancient dental plaque found on Neanderthal skulls, revealing surprising insights into their diet and health. Plus, delve into the strange and ingenious ways animals have evolved to defend themselves in the wild. From camouflage

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40:59

The Lost Episode #119

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/08/10

A message from The CuratorTo my esteemed and most revered Freaks, After months of fervent inquiries and rampant speculation, we’re ecstatic to announce the recent rediscovery of Episode 119 – a show that has become almost mythical in its own right. So, what exactly happened to this elusive episode? Its vanishing act has sparked a myriad of theories and much intrigue. Some believe it was snatched by an otherworldly force, with ideas ranging from mischievous poltergeists to interdimensional rifts

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35:54

Freak Family Favorite # 012

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/08/08

Stories chosen by The Freak Family in this episode are The Ghosts Of Mt Everest And Arizona's Big Foot! Join us for a thrilling ride as we invite the members of the Freak Family to the helm. In this special edition, they take you on a whirlwind tour through the depths of our vast catalog, revealing their absolute favorite stories from the world of the bizarre, mysterious, and utterly captivating. Whether you're a seasoned fan of the Box of Oddities or a newcomer to the world of the peculiar, this

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55:41

#639: Don't Use The Fish Scissors

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/08/05

Join us on a journey through the peculiar and fascinating realms of human knowledge on this episode of The Box of Oddities. We delve into the origins of life itself with LUCA, the Last Universal Common Ancestor, exploring the ancient roots of all life on Earth.Next, we uncover the legendary saga of Eleanor of Aquitaine, a powerful queen who shaped medieval Europe with her intellect, influence, and indomitable spirit. Then, we explore the enigmatic phenomenon of Aphantasia, where individuals cannot

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24:14

Inbox Of Oddities #019

The Box of Oddities ·

2024/08/01

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

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