The Box of Oddities

Inbox Of Oddities #001

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's the very first episode of The Inbox of Oddities! A special bonus episode of The Box of Oddities podcast where we delve into the treasure trove of...

#608: Flailing Her Shillelagh

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's our first Super-Sized Episode! Join Kat and Jethro on a mesmerizing journey through the weirdest and most mysterious corners of our world in Epis...

#607: Charlie Was Not To Be Trifled With

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready for another fascinating journey through the curious and the bizarre on this week's episode of Box of Oddities! Join Kat and Jethro as they d...

#606: Time Isn't After Us

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a very special New Year's Day episode of The Box of Oddities! As we bid farewell to the old year and usher in the new, join hosts Kat and J...

#605: Not A Catfish Genitalia Expert

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Prepare to be shocked and amazed as we explore the wondrous world of the bizarre and the unknown on this episode of the Box of Oddities! Join hosts Ka...

#604: Haunted Toys for a Creepy Christmas

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready to unwrap a chilling Christmas mystery on this special holiday episode of The Box of Oddities! Join hosts Kat and Jethro as they delve deep ...

#603: Awesome Job Not Dying

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all need a little inspiration to survive the holidays. Well, here it is. Join Kat and Jethro as they dive headfirst into a world filled with awe-in...

#602: A Keg In The Belly

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kat and Jethro on this captivating episode of the Box of Oddities as they explore two astonishing and enigmatic tales that will leave you spellbo...

#601: Incredible Tongue Discoveries

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this mind-bending episode of Box of Oddities, we're delving into the far reaches of the universe and uncovering ancient mysteries from the sands of...

#600: Your Mom Is From Venus

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrate with us on the monumental 600th episode of the Box of Oddities, where things take an uproariously unexpected turn! In this special edition, ...

#599: Ants Made Of Ham

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on a journey into the fascinating and peculiar world of the "Box of Oddities" podcast, where curiosity meets the extraordinary! In this mind-b...

#598: Heathenry and Hullabaloo

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Box of Oddities,"  Kat and Jethro embark on a magical journey through the holiday season. First, they'll melt even the coldest of...

#597: A Condensed Fiber Mullet

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get Your Friends Into The Box And Win A Free Years Membership To The Inner Circle Of Freaks! Welcome back to another intriguing episode of "Box of Odd...

#596: Look At My Expensive Pants

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get Your Friends Into The Box And Win A Free Years Membership To The Inner Circle Of Freaks! Step into the dark and enigmatic world of oddities and in...

#595: Don't Put That In Your Mouth!

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get Your Friends Into The Box And Win A Free Years Membership To The Inner Circle Of Freaks! Gather 'round the table, Freaks, because this Thanksgivin...

#594: A Hat Full Of Suet

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get Your Friends Into The Box And Win A Free Years Membership To The Inner Circle Of Freaks! In this fascinating episode of the Box of Oddities, we di...

#593: A Surprise In The Crawlspace

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join hosts Kat and Jethro on another intriguing journey through the mysterious and unusual in this episode of Box of Oddities. In today's double featu...

#592: Mummy Ogling

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get Your Friends Into The Box and win a free one-year membership to The Inner Circle Of Freaks! Ad-free episodes, Zoom gatherings with Kat and JG, and...

#591: Ungrateful Yam Snob

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join hosts Kat and Jethro as they explore the haunting aftermath of the Air New Zealand Flight 901 crash and the astonishing story of Operation Beluga...

#590: Tempting Fate With Soap

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Brace yourselves as we dive into the enigmatic depths of Yellowstone’s Morning Glory Pool. Once a spectacle of natural beauty, this geothermal wonde...

#589: Pictures Of Crumbling Shoes

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kat and Jethro as they explore two very strange mysteries of our world. First, we venture to the enigmatic village of Cândido Godói, a place th...

#588: Volume II of The 6th Halloween Special

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Please Subscribe, rate, and review The Box of Oddities on your favorite podcast platform and share it with a friend! Prepare to be spooked, thrilled, ...

#587: The 6th Annual Halloween Special Vol. I

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🎃 Welcome to The Box of Oddities 6th Halloween Special! 🎃 Prepare to be spooked, thrilled, and downright terrified as we dive headfirst into the...

#586: Trapping The Devil In Your Pants

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🎙️ Step into the extraordinary world of the unexpected with Kat and Jethro in this episode of Box of Oddities! 🥤 Uncover the jaw-dropping stor...

#585: Mahogany Death Machine

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kat and Jethro in this episode of Box of Oddities as they look into two extraordinary tales that will leave you questioning reality and the myste...

#584: Ghosts Are Licking Our Kitchen Cabinets

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join hosts Kat and Jethro as they uncover the eerie secrets of New York City's iconic Dakota Building in this episode of Box of Oddities. Explore the ...

#583: Grandma Was A Kleptomaniac

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Explore the eerie and mysterious on this episode of The Box of Oddities! Join hosts Kat and Jethro as they embark on a journey that takes them from th...

#582: It Probably Was Ergot

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to another episode of the Box of Oddities! First up, we take a disturbing look into the chilling tale of the exorcism of Annelise Michael...

#581: A Morbid Arts And Crafts Project

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, it's Necrogamy and Flesh-Eating Bacteria! Join us as we explore two bizarre and unsettling topics that are both intriguing and horrif...

#580: They're Dead. They're All Messed Up

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we embark on a journey through time and space to explore two enigmatic tales that have left their mark on hist...

579: Worst Game Show Ever

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us in a world where the peculiar reigns supreme in episode #579 of the Box of Oddities! This time, we're unearthing the bewildering and oftentime...

#578: Delicious Blue Vein

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"Is that really Champagne you're drinking?" Uncover the fascinating history and intricate process that led to the protection and recognition of produc...

#577: Communists In The Gazebo

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Venture deep into the heart of the Canadian Rockies as Jethro explores the legendary haunted halls of the Banff Springs Hotel. Nestled amidst the brea...

#576: Ancient Mesoamerican Influencer

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join hosts Kat and Jethro as they explore the bizarre and fascinating world of history and sports. First, we delve into the eerie and macabre world of...

#575: Mounting The King

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join hosts Kat and Jethro on a journey through the quirky and enigmatic on this episode of The Box of Oddities Podcast. In the first half, we examine ...

#574: Teabagging Killer Bees

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

First, we unearth the eerie allure of abandoned amusement parks—those haunting relics of joy, now overrun by nature and time. Why are we so captivat...

#573: Platypus' Aren't Real

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we wander through the mysterious realms of the unknown in this episode of The Box of Oddities.  First, we dive deep into the world of cryp...

#572: The Induced Labor Day Special

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Prepare for a truly extraordinary Labor Day special on *The Box of Oddities*! In this episode, we take you through past episodes' fascinating world of...

#571: Kissing Mothman's A**

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kat and Jethro for another journey into the unknown on this episode of *The Box of Oddities*. Prepare your pork taint to be intrigued and mystifi...

#570: The Cat Box Made Me Do It

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Step back to the year 1087 as we investigate the astonishing and macabre tale of William the Conqueror's ill-fated funeral. What should have been a di...

#569: A Non-Existant Pig Farm

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us in this episode of *The Box of Oddities* as we uncover the haunting truths behind **The Willard Asylum for the Chronic Insane**, a place shrou...

#568: Giggling Granny From Beyond The Grave

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Step into a world of mysteries and linguistic curiosities in this episode of *The Box of Oddities*. Join hosts Kat and Jethro as they delve deep into ...

#567: Aristocratic Flitting

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what's in a name? It turns out quite a lot! Tune in as Jethro explores the world of town name translations, where the ordinary ...

#566: A Maternal Love Of Small Frying Pans

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Prepare for a gripping and thought-provoking journey as The Box of Oddities delves into the depths of two chilling and perplexing tales that will send...

#565: A Very Judgmental Corpse

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for another journey into the world of the bizarre and mysterious. Step into the shadows of Chihuahua, Mexico, where a haunting and unsettling ...

#564: High Altitude Archery

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on another journey into the peculiar and captivating world of the Box of Oddities. In this episode, we explore the extraordinary lives of two ...

#563: A Hostess Poaching

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the enduring legend surrounding one of the most iconic figures in entertainment history – Walt Disney. Join us as we unr...

#562: A Theater Full Of Hobos

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we unearth the mysterious realm of 'Crisis Apparitions,' where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur. Can the appa...

#561: Syphilis And Beveled Mirrors

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the eerie phenomenon of doppelgängers – those mysterious, look-alike apparitions that have been haunting famous people ...

#560: It's Raining Cats And Toddlers

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we dive into the realms of uncanny coincidences and surprising historical connections. First, we unravel the m...

#559: A Camera Named Pot Roast

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kat and Jethro as they uncover the enigmatic details surrounding the Mark Villella murder case and the inexplicable phenomenon known as the Canne...

#558: Lengthy Fun-Bagged Wood Nymph

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kat and Jethro as they uncover the bone-chilling tale of Ed Gein, one of history's most infamous figures. Step into the shadowy depths of Ed Gein...

#557: A Cheese Dispensing ATM

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the first segment, Jethro unearths spine-tingling stories of encounters with earth-bound spirits. He'll explore firsthand accounts of ghostly appar...

#556: A Seahorse Named Carl

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kat and Jethro on another mind-bending journey into the extraordinary world of mysteries and wonders. First, we unravel the enigma of the elusive...

#555: Gobbling Up A Potato Pie

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kat and Jethro on an intriguing journey as they explore the mysterious world of the Box of Oddities. In this episode, dive deep into the mysterio...

#554: An Electric Spear And A Chicken

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we delve into the remarkable tales of two extraordinary individuals who defied the odds and left an indelible ...

#553: An Oscillating Purgatory

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another mind-bending episode of The Box of Oddities, where we explore our world's strangest and most fascinating corners! In this installme...

#552: A Dairy Product Decoy Ploy

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we uncover two mind-boggling mysteries that will leave you questioning the boundaries of reality. First up, we explore the uncanny co...

#551: A Ghost Smudged My Mirror

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Box of Oddities, join Kat and Jethro as they step into the eerie world of the Myrtles Plantation, a place cloaked in legend and...

#550: Pan-Seared Tennis Shoe

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

 In this installment, we unravel the bizarre journey of pizza through time, exploring its unusual evolution and surprising origins. From ancient flat...

#549: Penguins In My Shoes

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for the chilling mystery surrounding the ancient mummy known as Otzi, the Iceman. Unearthed from the icy depths of the Ötztal Alps, this 5,30...

#548: A Steam-Powered Mechanical Bull

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we explore peculiar phenomena and remarkable inventions! Join Kat and Jethro as they embark on a mind-bending ...

#547: Hoedown On The Giza Plateau

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Prepare yourself for a chilling journey into the depths of human darkness, followed by an exploration of a puzzling phenomenon that has baffled expert...

#546: Ancient Atoms And Problematic Portraits

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Step into the world of intriguing and offbeat curiosities in this episode of the Box of Oddities. We're opening the box to dive into two compelling to...

#545: I've Got Magma Feet!

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this bone-chilling episode of Box of Oddities, we delve into the spectral echoes of Brazil's infamous Joelma building and then descend into the rec...

#544: Future Tandem Bicycle Needs

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kat and Jethro on this episode of Box of Oddities as they unearth two astonishing stories from the past. Prepare to dive headfirst into the enigm...

#543: Oatmeal And Biological Material

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Immerse yourself in the mythical realm of ancient Greece as Jethro brings to life the legendary tale of Talos. Discover the incredible engineering mar...

#542: Barefoot In Pilgrim-y Times

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Box of Oddities, we unfold two interesting stories that speak volumes about the human spirit and the peculiarities of our past....

#541: A Camel Broke My Toilet

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Step into the world of the extraordinary with The Box of Oddities as we uncover two astonishing tales that will leave you both fascinated and intrigue...

#540: Scratchin' Fanny And The Flamboyant Bucket Brigade

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Step into the extraordinary realm of curiosities in this episode of "Box of Oddities." Join Kat and Jethro as they delve into the annals of history, u...

#539: Precious Codfish Wallet

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

First, we delve into the mysterious and unsolved case of the Hinterkaifeck Murders. In 1922, a gruesome crime took place on a remote farm in Germany, ...

#538: A Most Deadly Picnic

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we delve into the tragic story of Reverend Archie Mitchell, his wife Elsie, and their five children. The Mitchell family stumbled upo...

#537: A Strange Use For Shoes

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we're talking about the Aghori Sadhus. Now, we know what you're thinking. "What the heck is an Aghori Sadhu?" ...

#536: Dead Men Can't Golf

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Box of Oddities, we delve into the strange and unsettling story of the curse of King Louis XIV's blood. After the French monarc...

#535: Something About Dogs And Cheese

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we take an in-depth look at the haunting and bizarre accounts surrounding The London Necropolis Railway. Are t...

#534: A Severe Shortage Of Medieval Pencils

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are we living in the year 1726 and don't realize it? We dig into the mysterious and controversial Phantom Time Hypothesis, which suggests that a signi...

#533: Inebriated Aeronautics

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we delve into the intriguing world of Objectum Sexuality, a condition where individuals fall in love with inanimate objects. From the...

#532: Sub-Aqua Postal Facility

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss the controversial hypothesis that UFOs don't come from outer space but hail from an alternate dimension. We'll take you on...

#531: An Angel Soaked In Urine

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The Box Of Oddities Podcast, we explore the bizarre world of research grants awarded to study some truly ridiculous things. You won...

#530: Haunting Visions & Strange Statutes

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we will take you on a journey through two completely unrelated topics that we guarantee will have you both spooked and amused. Fir...

#529: Altered States and Cursed Movie Sets

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to explore the mysteries of altered states of consciousness and cursed movie sets? In this episode, we delve into the fascinating resear...

#528: The Eccentric Baroness and Surviving the Open Sea

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we delve into the life and strange behavior of Baroness Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven, an avant-garde artist and poet known for her ec...

#527: Artificial Intelligence and a Missing Pirate

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore two intriguing and unrelated topics that will keep you on the edge of your seat. First, we delve into the future of artifi...

#526: Ghosts Don't Have Bones

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A UFO as wide as a football field and the speculation that it could be just one of many from a much larger alien exploration team. JG gets into all th...

#525: The Unfathomable Mystery

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nikola Tesla had a lot of quarks. Uh, quirks. He did a lot, struggled a lot, and claimed a lot of wild things. Did the government steal his work? How ...

#524: Just So You Know, I'm Dead

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are there people who really believe that they're dead? There are. And it's due to a rare disease. That's just one of the bizarre afflictions and rare ...

#523: A Worm The Size Of A Bulldozer

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How exactly does one fake their way to racing at Talladega? This guy did and then disappeared for 40 years! The story of L.W. Wright will get your min...

#522: Trouser Shadow Puppetry

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A generations-old mystery is solved and millions of dollars in sunken treasure is found! JG discusses the terrible fate of the steam-powered Westmorel...

#521: Who's Trying To Reanimate Murderers?

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

JG digs into AI and its weird evolution. Some early examples are really wild. Then, from ghost lights to spinning and spitting, Kat shares theatre sup...

#520: Anomalies Of Space And Spirit

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a disturbance in the force… could it be? JG tells us about the Wilkes Land Gravitational Anomaly. Then, Kat shares the incredible story of...

#519: The Postman With Rocks in His Pants

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“The dream of one man.” JG shares how a postman’s stumble led to a life-long obsession. Then it’s Valentine’s Meat Juice! Kat gets into it! ...

#518: One Bloody Tailgate Party

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Off with their head! JG gets into the history of the guillotine. Then, comic book inspo. Kat explores where some of our fav characters came from in BO...

BOX517: Camper Toe Blood Sucker

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bits and bobs and toes and guts. JG shares fun tidbits you can amaze your friends with! Kat then dives into some ghosts of Thailand. It’s BOX517 and...

BOX516: Relics In The Casket

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What did Abraham Lincoln have buried with him? JG gets into that and other presidential oddities. Then Kat shares the story of the incredibly brave, I...

BOX515: Pyrotechnic Charcuterie

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The exhumation of an English poet led to a BIG surprise. Then, the butter was so deep, we lost our equipment! Lord Byron gets dug up and the Great But...

Box514: Old Sausage Pants Toth

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dairy product + sport = a good time! And he went down with his ship - and came back up! Unusual festivals culminate with a cheese rolling competition ...

BOX513: An Angry Foul-Mouthed Tree Shrew

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Giggle, guffaw, chuckle, JG explores the question “why do we laugh?”. And she was the greatest pirate who ever lived - Kat gets into Zheng Yi Sao....

BOX512: Like A Sexy Bob Barker

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It wasn’t until 153 years after her passing Julia Pastrana was finally laid to rest - JG tells you why. Then, Kat takes us on a tour of catues. The ...

BOX511: Edwardian Script Flipping

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What ghostly figure roams these corridors? And going once, going twice, this wife is sold! The Brown Lady of Raynham Hall and Old English wife selling...

BOX510: Digital Breadcrumbs

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What happened to those hikers in the Panamanian forest? And the wet bandits got no chance with this lady! The mysterious deaths of Lisanne Froon and K...