The Box of Oddities

In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we explore two mind-boggling tales: the eerie case of Patient X, a medical mystery so bizarre it left doctors questioning everything they knew about the human body. Was it science? Was it sorcery? Or was it just a really weird Tuesday? Then, we unearth a long-forgotten, top-secret speech—written just in case the Apollo 11 astronauts didn’t make it back from...

In this special hybrid episode, we’re combining the best of both worlds—The Inbox of Oddities and Freak Family Favorites! This episode kicks off with some of your wildest listener emails—because who doesn’t love a good strange coincidence or paranormal encounter? You shared your weirdest moments with us, and we’re ready to unpack them, from haunted keychains to mysterious disappearances. After tha...

What if the universe had a plan… or at least a wicked sense of humor? In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we unravel a jaw-dropping tale of a life-changing event that defies logic. Was it random chance? A cosmic wink? Or something far more miraculous? You decide. Then, Nan McNamara fills in for Kat and steps into the shadowy halls of Glensheen Mansion, the site of one of America’s most infamou...

What do AI, augmented reality, and an antique telegraph inside a casket have in common? They’re all part of humanity’s centuries-old obsession with chatting up the dearly departed! In this episode of The Box of Oddities, Kat and Jethro explore the eerie evolution of using technology to interact with the dead—from Victorian gadgets to cutting-edge AI that might just make "ghosting" a whole new thin...

The Inbox of Oddities is a delightful bonus episode where Kat and Jethro dive into the treasure trove of listener emails, comments, and messages sent by you—the ever-curious Freak Family. From spine-tingling personal encounters with the paranormal to bizarre trivia, mysterious coincidences, and even a touch of the hilariously strange, this episode is a rollercoaster of oddities shared by the ones...

What prowls the dark Wisconsin backroads, leaving behind tales of terror and… maybe a little fur? In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we sink our teeth into the chilling legend of the Bray Road Beast—a creature so mysterious it makes Bigfoot look like an open book. Is it a werewolf, a cryptid, or just the world's angriest raccoon? Then, we sniff out answers to the ultimate question: What does...

Prepare to clutch your pearls and adjust your tinfoil hats as The Box of Oddities dives into the dark, dramatic, and downright bizarre! In this devilishly delightful episode, we explore the Satanic Panic of the 1980s, a moral hysteria that had suburban parents convinced their neighbors were secret Satan-worshiping cultists. From heavy metal album burnings to questionable daycare accusations, it’s...

The inbox of Oddities is a delightful bonus episode where Kat and Jethro dive into the treasure trove of listener emails, comments, and messages sent by you—the ever-curious Freak Family. From spine-tingling personal encounters with the paranormal to bizarre trivia, mysterious coincidences, and even a touch of the hilariously strange, this episode is a rollercoaster of oddities shared by the ones...

What do a wildly beloved school cat and a baseball player with a firetruck obsession have in common? They’re both delightfully odd and waiting for you in this episode of The Box of Oddities! First, unravel the purr-fectly peculiar story of Room 8, the stray cat who became a permanent resident of a California classroom, winning hearts and raising eyebrows along the way. How does a feline end up on...

What do a grisly public execution and a pack of socially conscious canines have in common? They’re both waiting for you in this delightfully strange The Box of Oddities episode! First, explore the gruesome tale of William Jobling, a miner whose horrifying punishment—being gibbeted and left to rot in a metal cage—made him an eerie symbol of injustice in 19th-century England. What did Jobling do to...

The Inbox of Oddities is a delightful bonus episode where Kat and Jethro dive into the treasure trove of listener emails, comments, and messages sent by you—the ever-curious Freak Family. From spine-tingling personal encounters with the paranormal to bizarre trivia, mysterious coincidences, and even a touch of the hilariously strange, this episode is a wild ride of oddities shared by the ones who...

Ever felt like tossing a message in a bottle was a hopeless romantic gesture? It could happen. In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we dive into the most jaw-dropping, fate-defying, and downright fascinating messages ever plucked from the sea. One note delivered a message from the sinking Titanic, while another saved the lives of a family in the most bizarre way. 🐠✨ Then, grab your flashlight...

What if that familiar face isn’t so familiar after all? In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we delve into the eerie world of mimics—ghostly or demonic entities that not only haunt objects but impersonate the people you trust most. Could your best friend’s doppelgänger be lurking in plain sight? You might never look at your loved ones the same way again. Then, prepare for your brain to shatter...

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...

Join Kat and Jethro in this special New Year episode of The Box of Oddities, where they revisit some of the most intriguing topics from past New Year celebrations. This episode is a delightful blend of history, humor, and the bizarre, perfect for kicking off the new year with a fresh perspective. -The Bizarre History of the Calendar: Discover how various cultures have marked the passage of time, i...

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...

Get ready for a holiday treat that’s anything but merry and bright! In this special Christmas episode of The Box of Oddities, we unwrap a chilling assortment of haunted toy stories just in time for the festive season. Revisit the spine-tingling tales of infamous cursed playthings like Robert the Doll and Annabelle as we delve deeper into their eerie histories and the unsettling mysteries they carr...

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...

Prepare to jump head-first into a collection of fascinating and downright peculiar stories in this The Box of Oddities episode. First, we unravel the bizarre tale of a woman who holds the record for the most births in a lifetime. How many children does it take to make history? You’ll be shocked. Next, we explore the invention of Zero and the curious way our modern numeric system came to life—a tal...

In this episode of Freak Family Favorites, Kat tells us about some very unusual holiday traditions from around the world (it includes carving out the stomachs of children). Jethro shares stories from history when folks were not garbage people to each other. Freak Family Favorites: it’s better than having your ears boxed.  If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact advertising@a...

The Box of Oddities: The Disappearance of Yara Gambirasio, Trophic Cascades, Witold Pilecki & Notre Dame Secrets In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we explore four extraordinary and mysterious stories. First, we investigate the chilling, bizarre, and puzzling disappearance of Yara Gambirasio, whose case continues to haunt investigators. Then, we uncover how a simple shift in an ecosystem—know...

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...

Join Kat and Jethro as they dive into four bizarre stories that will leave you questioning reality. First, meet Michael Malloy, the man who survived multiple attempts on his life during the Great Depression—his resilience will astound you. Then, journey back to 1838 to discover Henriette d'Angeville, the first woman to successfully climb Mont Blanc, defying the odds and the expectations of her tim...

In this episode of Freak Family Favorites, Jethro learns how a dead guy in a gardening shed inspired a winter festival, and Kat examines an animal so strange that it's been described as a mammal with scales like a reptile and a gizzard-like a bird.   Whether you're a seasoned fan of the Box of Oddities or a newcomer to the world of the peculiar, this bonus episode is your passport to the extraordi...

In this episode of The Box of Oddities, Kat, and Jethro take you on a journey through four wildly fascinating tales. First, we dive into Ray Kurzweil’s theory of mind uploading, exploring the mind-bending idea of transferring human consciousness into a digital format—could immortality be just a click away? Then, prepare for a grim story about amateur castration surgery—we have questions because so...