Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities
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From Aaron Mahnke, the creator of the hit podcast Lore, Cabinet of Curiosities is an audio tour of the unbelievable, the unsettling, and the bizarre. Each episode features two short tales about the most amazing things found in the pages of history.
Get the official Cabinet of Curiosities book here.
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Get the official Cabinet of Curiosities book here.
Become a premium member for ad-free episodes: patreon.com/grimandmild
Episodes
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Sep 19, 2023 • 11min
Solitary Science
Learn about the fascinating life of the Birdman of Alcatraz and his expertise in bird science. Explore the inspiring story of a man who achieved great things in solitary confinement. Discover the origins and impact of the graffiti tag Kilroy during World War II.
Sep 14, 2023 • 10min
Combing Through History
Explore the ancient origins of cryptography, the intriguing challenge of the Cryptos sculpture, the discovery of the oldest alphabet ever found, the challenges of literacy in ancient Egypt, and the oldest written sentence found on an ancient comb, revealing insight into the everyday lives of ancient people.
Sep 12, 2023 • 11min
Life, uh, Finds a Way
Stories of dinosaurs in the Congo and the fascination with the Wild West, along with the mysterious deaths of hikers in Russia's Ural Mountains.
Sep 7, 2023 • 10min
Salty Sweet
This podcast explores the fascination with Wild West legends and introduces a lesser-known cryptid called the Squank. It also delves into the life and career of James Joseph Sylvester, a mathematician with a passion for poetry.
Sep 5, 2023 • 10min
The Miracle Cure
Explore the unexpected discovery of penicillin and the dangerous consequences of Radithor. Discover the journey of beauty guru Madam Anna Rupert and the tragic incidents that unfolded. Follow the investigation into a mysterious gift of candy and its tragic consequences.
Aug 31, 2023 • 11min
Resilient
Explore the incredible stories of two cats, Oscar and Sam, who had extraordinary experiences during World War II. Also, delve into the mysterious nature of art with the discovery of a hidden secret beneath a Van Gogh painting and the revealing of a previously unseen self-portrait by Van Gogh.
Aug 29, 2023 • 10min
What's In a Name
Even something as simple as a name can be a curious thing, as today's tales demonstrate.Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 24, 2023 • 11min
Make It Count
Explore the famous OK Corral shootout, Commodore Matthew Perry's arrival in Tokyo Bay, and Shiyuni Sugihara's contributions during World War II. Discover how Sugihara defied orders to help Jewish refugees and learn about pattern recognition. Uncover the mystery of the number 47 and its mathematical properties and cultural presence.
Aug 22, 2023 • 10min
Hold Still
Some trends are more curious than others, as this tour through the Cabinet will prove.Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 17, 2023 • 10min
Comet Cures
Explore the fascination of Halley's Comet throughout history. The panic and market for comet protection caused by the discovery of cyanogen gas. The dangerous jobs of children in the past and a brave boy's harrowing experience getting stuck in a chimney while trying to rescue someone.
