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The Box of Oddities

Kat & Jethro Gilligan Toth
Déjà Vu
Charlie Parkhurst
Bubonic Plague
Dark Ages
Year 536
Seattle Mystery Vending Machine
Medical Oddities
True Crime
Haunted Dolls
Freak Shows
Great Stink Of 1858
Zozobra
Wild West
Listener Anecdotes
Bandage Man
Owls
Oregon State Hospital
Robert the Doll
California Gold Rush
Assisted Death

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 ... more

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Latest Episodes

🎃 A chilling Box of Oddities Halloween celebration!

Kat and Jethro rewind time to revisit the very first Halloween Special, recorded on a dark and stormy Halloween night years ago. In this fright-packed collection of true listener encounters, we div... more

The Box of Oddities: 8th Annual Halloween Special

Step into the shadows for our 8th Annual Halloween Special—where the veil thins, the lights flicker, and the stories come straight from you, the Freak Family. This year, listeners share their most ch... more

Halloween week gets weirder than ever on The Box of Oddities as Kat and Jethro dive into the chilling mystery of electronic voice phenomena (EVPs) — and why some recordings might not come from the past… but from the future. 😱📼 From eerie prediction... more

INBOX OF ODDITIES 062: Meat Popsicles & Zombie Squirrels

In this edition of the Inbox, the Freak Fam checks in with existential snack food, sasquatch fashion dilemmas, and a parrot who might be possessed by a 1960s sketch comedian.

A Tampa househol... more

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Hosts

Kat Toth
Co-host known for her engaging storytelling and humorous take on odd topics, often sharing personal anecdotes that draw in listeners.
Jethro Gilligan Toth
Co-host celebrated for his witty banter and ability to intertwine humor with serious topics, enhancing the podcast's engaging dynamic.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.3k ratings
  • Random ads killed it for me

    I've been following this show from the beginning and it is a lot of fun. Kat and Jethro are amazing. The community is supportive and kind. Why just 3 stars? Let me start by saying I think ads are justified and very important. Podcasters work very hard and deserve to get paid. It's not in my budget to pay to remove the ads right now which is totally fine. It's the way the ads are delivered. They just cut in mid sentence and it takes you a few seconds to even realize all of a sudden you're in the ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Pink-fish
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hey

    I don’t hate this show. Might wait till I’m a little older to keep watching it tho. But still… keep making episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Billy the butterfly
    United Statesa month ago
  • Building organs

    Just listened to this latest episode and Kat was talking about regrowing organs in other animals

    And it reminded me of a book I listened to on audibles the title is

    Conspiracy in death

    Book 8

    By JD Robb

    Aka Nora Robert’s

    In this book is a doctor who is killing the homeless is regrowing there damage organs and selling them to the people who need it

    This book deals in the future and it is very fascinating

    Thanks for what u both do

    Safe travels on ur tours

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Labs96
    United States2 months ago
  • I’m out

    I really enjoyed the show when I first starting listening but Kat has really started wearing on me. The final straw is spamming my feed with shows I may like. I don’t

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Sean Smack
    United States3 months ago
  • Love it

    I heard about this show on two girls one ghost and I’m only three episodes in and absolutely love it. Can’t wait to hear more as you keep me company at work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emmie_be_crazie
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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The audience appreciates the unique blend of curiosity and entertainment, with many expressing eagerness for each new episode.
Some reviews highlight occasional discontent regarding the hosts' banter, suggesting a balance is sometimes lacking between humor and topic depth.
Listeners rave about the podcast's humor and engaging storytelling, enjoying the odd and bizarre topics explored in episodes.

Chart Rankings

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#195
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Talking Points

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London Hammer Time
Q: How is the head of the hammer affixed to the handle?
It was stuck through part of the forged iron and then secured in that way.
Live From Nashville: Our First Mistake (Part II)
Q: What would each of you say is the other one's weird talent?
Kat knows all the words to every Salt-N-Pepa song, while Jethro has yo-yo championship skills.
Live From Nashville: Our First Mistake (Part II)
Q: How come Jethro is so much older than Kat?
Because he was born first.
Live From Nashville: Our First Mistake (Part II)
Q: Did you bring the pugs to Nashville?
No, we did not bring the pugs to Nashville; they have flat faces and don't fly well.
You Can’t Argue With a Beaked Mammal
Q: How does she have, how would we know that there wasn't any sounds made and nobody was in the house if she has an airtight alibi?
She was with somebody and there were surveillance cameras in the house.

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This podcast embarks on a journey through the strange and obscure realms of existence, tackling a wide spectrum of topics that include bizarre medical conditions, unsolved mysteries, and paranormal occurrences. With episodes designed to entertain and inform, the hosts accompany listeners into a world filled with peculiar tales, cultural oddities, and chilling true crime stories. The show is characterized by a blend of humor and curiosity, making complex or eerie subjects accessible and enjoyable for its audience. Listeners can expect engaging storytelling alongside thoughtful commentary that often highlights the absurdities of life while also inviting a communal feel through audience interactions.

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1. The Shallow End
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