Welcome to the Box of Oddities! This episode delves into the intriguing and bizarre corners of history and beyond. First, discover the curious case of Essie Dunbar, the woman who famously had two funerals. Then, journey to Sean's Pub in Ireland, a historic establishment that has defied time, serving patrons for over 1100 years. Next, we unravel the mysteries surrounding the Ark of the Covenant—was this ancient artifact more than just a mere chest, possibly hiding advanced technology? And finally, brace yourself for the unusual tale of a prison employing geese as unconventional security guards. Join us as we explore these captivating tales and more in this eclectic episode of the Box of Oddities!If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact advertising@airwavemedia.com <a href="https://www.airwavemedia.com/">http://www.airwavemedia.com</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Welcome to the Box of Oddities! This episode delves into the intriguing and bizarre corners of history and beyond. First, discover the curious case of Essie Dunbar, the woman who famously had two funerals. Then, journey to Sean's Pub in Ireland, a historic establishment that has defied time, serving patrons for over 1100 years. Next, we unravel the mysteries surrounding the Ark of the Covenant—was this ancient artifact more than just a mere chest, possibly hiding advanced technology? And finally, brace yourself for the unusual tale of a prison employing geese as unconventional security guards. Join us as we explore these captivating tales and more in this eclectic episode of the Box of Oddities!If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact advertising@airwavemedia.com http://www.airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Box of Oddities! This episode delves into the intriguing and bizarre corners of history and beyond. First, discover the curious case of Essie Dunbar, the woman who famously had two funerals. Then, journey to Sean's Pub in Ireland, a historic establishment that has defied time, serving patrons for over 1100 years. Next, we unravel the mysteries surrounding the Ark of the Covenant—was this ancient artifact more than just a mere chest, possibly hiding advanced technology? And finally, brace yourself for the unusual tale of a prison employing geese as unconventional security guards. Join us as we explore these captivating tales and more in this eclectic episode of the Box of Oddities!If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact advertising@airwavemedia.com <a href="https://www.airwavemedia.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://www.airwavemedia.com</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="noopener noreferrer">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

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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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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

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!"&nbsp;

“Truth is stranger than fiction, and the Box of Oddities is the strangest of all!” -SLUGGO, SIRIUS XM LITHIUM

“Kat &amp; Jethro wring humor from bizarre, macabre and perplexing places.” -BOSTON MAGAZINE

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