Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities (iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild)

Some beverages are more powerful than others, because they compel humans to do some very curious things.

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Let's take a trip Down Under for today's Cabinet tour.

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Luck is a curious thing, and these two individuals certainly experienced a lot of it.

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War often brings out the most curious aspects of the human mind. Today's tour through the Cabinet should help you get a glimpse of that.

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Mysteries and conundrums abound on this tour through the Cabinet!

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Some traditions are held onto a bit more tightly than others—both literally and figuratively. 

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Whether brief or long-standing, these two curiousities have left a lasting impact on the world.

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We go abroad today to explore a pair of curiosities that changed the world around them.

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Sometimes it takes a writer to get a curious tale in front of the public, as these two stories demonstrate for us today.

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We're serving unusual dining experiences today. Pull up a chair and dig in!

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Two curious tales, one connecting figure. Come visit the Cabinet for a tour.

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Some individuals have tried very hard to stand out on the pages of history, and many have succeeded in very unique ways.

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Sometimes the most curious thing we can do is live differently, as these stories demonstrate today.

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Today's tour features two men who both went on strange journeys, in very different ways.

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Let's dive into a couple of European curiosities today by focusing on music and food - and so much more.

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Governments can do some pretty curious things, and today's tour is a great example of how.

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Humans have a curious habit of making a big deal out of certain things. And the stories about those moments are always entertaining.

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Enjoy this pair of curious tales as you make your way through the Cabinet today.

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Two tales that feature curious new ways to look at the world, and their wild consequences.

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Sometimes people are curious because of what they are born to be, and sometimes they are curious of who they later become. The two subjects of this episode are curios for both reasons.

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This bloody episode is guaranteed to leave you thankful for the sacrifice of others—in more ways than one.

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If you're lactose intolerant, you might want to take a pill or three before you listen to this curious pair of delicious stories.

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Some folks have to travel around for a while before they do something curious, like this pair of stories.

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The two tales on display in the Cabinet today are sure to inspire curiosity—one due to wonder, and another because of mystery. 

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So many origin stories are both curious and unique, and today's tour doesn't deviate from that standard. 

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Two amazing individuals, one who wanted to disappear, and another who refused to be left behind.

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So many curious stories can be found at the root of everyday things we take for granted today. Let's explore two of them here.

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Let's discuss some rather curious people and their unusual creations.

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Some people make the best with what they are handed and become legends as a result. Others just have to muddle through it. Let's examine some of each today.

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It's curious just how far some people will go to make a point—both literally and figuratively.

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Unbelievable things do happen, testing our limits. The stories that feature today will help you see how little stories can grow into big legends.

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History can be amusing, as these two tales from the Cabinet will illustrate.

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We dig holes for a variety of reasons, two of which can be found on today's curious tour.

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The brain works in mysterious ways, as is demonstrated by both exhibits on our tour of the Cabinet today.

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Science can explain some things, and get stumped on others. But both of today's tales are curious nonetheless.

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One of the most curious things about humans is the ways in which we communicate. Today we'll explore two stories in that theme.

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Enterprising individuals are always a curious bunch--even when they're a little shady or forgotten.

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Extraordinary people and extraordinary items. The stories on display today should give you a bit of delight.

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Some people are inventive, while others can't seem to get it together. How their stories play out, though, can always be curious.

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The afterlife can hold some curious answers, if you know where to look. Here are two tales that explain what we mean.

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Some curious creations leave a better taste in your mouth than others.

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Two stories from long ago, both of which call for a lot of solid observation.

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It's amazing for successful some people turned out to be, despite taking very unconventional paths to get there.

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Human curiosity has pointed to some amazing conclusions. Today's pair of stories are perfect examples of the power of a thoughtful mind.

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Fame is complex, and these two individuals achieved it in very different ways.

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Some curiosities are hiden right among us, and others require a bit of searching. Today's tour will explore a bit of both.

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Today's tour features two characters with legendary reputations.

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The business world is a curious place, and because of that, it has given us some amazing characters.

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Human curiosity is on full display here, from the lowest of lows to high above us.

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Some curiosities are serious business, while others are worth a good chuckle. Here's a matching set!

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TRAILER: That's Just Weird with Aaron Mahnke

Get ready for a weekly tour of our weird and wonderful world! Each Friday, That's Just Weird with Aaron Mahnke explores unusual news stories from yesterday and today, then dives deeper into one bigger historical tale. 

Because everyone needs a little weird in their life!

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Today's tour will introduce visitors to key individuals at the center of things we might take for granted.

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Some folklore is meant to leave us in awe, and others are really good at delivery laughs. Today's tour features one of each.

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Curious stories await you in the Cabinet today. Step on up!

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This tour will help you learn about a pair of bodies, where they came from, and where they went.

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Looking back on things that were made in the past can always be enlightening--and more than a little curious.

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There's a fine line between mistakes and pranks, but this episode manages to walk it carefully.

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Even something as simple as a name can be a curious thing, as today's tales demonstrate.

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All creatures great and small are on display in the Cabinet today.

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Let's take a curious tour of some amazing inventions.

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Things get really curious when people's interests become highly specific, as tthese stories prove to us today.

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Two stories with more in common than you'd think. And that makes them more than a little curious.

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While simple objects are fun to look at, some of the most curious items in the Cabinet today are technical processes with amazing stories at their center.

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Wild ideas are on the agenda today as we stroll through another hallway of the Cabinet.

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War can bring out the best in some people, leading to curious stories...like these.

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Home is where the heart is. And it's also frequently a curious place. But none can hold a candle to this pair of weird homesteads.

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Two tales that are hard to believe, mostly because they really shouldn't have happened. Enjoy the tour!

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History can be fun and curious, but also deadly. These two stories should demonstrate why.

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Today's curiosities are all on wheels, so climb in and enjoy the adventure.

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Small town drama can sometimes lead to curious tales.

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It's sink or swim on today's tour through the Cabinet.

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Sometimes people just don't stay where they belong, which leads to some very curious situations. 

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On today's tour through the Cabinet, we visit two topics that most of us take for granted, and put a curious spin on each of them.

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Today's tour through the Cabinet is all about dreams. Some people dream big, while others are haunted by theirs. Either way, you'll enjoy their stories.

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While some people are clever, there are always those who go a bit too far. Whether at home or abroad, today's tales will entertain you.

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Some mysteries might never be solved, but others already have. Thankfully, the journey in both of today's tales is entertaining enough to make anyone curious.

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While they are more difficult to put inside a cabinet of curiosities, the amazing things that humans are capable are equal parts inspiring and astonishing. Today's tour features two such stories. 

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Today's tour through the Cabinet takes place off the ground. But what we'll see is entirely unexpected.

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We'll dig into the past today for a glimpse at the origins of incredible things. We hope you enjoy your guided tour.

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Sometimes unbelievable things are all the rage, while others are lost in the shuffle of life. Today's tour will give you a glimpse into both kinds of curiosities.

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It's time to enjoy some tall tales, both of which are perfect for inclusion in the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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What better way to celebrate the week of Halloween than a tour through the Cabinet, complete with ghosts and ghouls.

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Some people have skills that sound too good to be true, while others have talents that are far worse than we'd feared. Either way, they make great additions to the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Sometimes a person comes along who can change the world, but other times the world does the changing for us. Today's tour will help you see both sides of that story.

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There's a difference between a trick and a hoax, but both of them can have powerful consequences. Let's take a little tour to see just how that might work.

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Some stories are too crazy to believe because we can't see the proof, while others are unbelievalbe despite the physical evidence. Both of those stories will be great additions to today's tour through the Cabinet.

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Today we'll take a tour through a pair of stories that feature unbelievable objects. Just don't rock the boat.

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Objects are always a great addition to the Cabinet of Curiosities. Some aren't what they claim to be, while others don't even exist. But their stories are amazing.

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Nothing is more powerful than the human imagination, whether its creating something new or hiding something old. Thankfully, today's tour through the Cabinet will cover both of those topics.

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Whether they are right beneath our feet, or taken thousands of miles from home, tales of the curious make for fun trips through the Cabinet.

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Two remarkable tales of things that should not be possible, one Cabinet to hold them all. Enjoy the tour!

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Today's tour through the cabinet will feature a space so large it's difficult to wrap your head around it, and a head so imperfect that it's easy to be curious. Care to get a head start?

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Whether it's their words or actions, some people can be more than a little irritating. Today's journey through the cabinet will introduce you to both situations.

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Sometimes it's the story that's larger than life, and sometimes it's the location the stories are based on. Either way, they make for great additions to the Cabinet.

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Setting an incredibly record is a great way to be included in the Cabinet of Curiosities, and both of our stories today manage just that.

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Today's visit to the Cabinet includes a a haunted house and a con-woman, perfect tales for a winter night.

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Today's tour through the Cabinet of Curiosities might make you hungry, or it might turn your stomach. We'll let you decide.

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Sometimes you have to look a story right in the face and decide for yourself whether it's true or not. Today's trip through the Cabinet will give you two chances to do just that.

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An incredible person and an incredible object are both part of the tour on today's journey into the Cabinet.

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