Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities

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Inspired by the unusual collections and fascinating stories that fill the pages of history, Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities takes listeners on a twice-weekly tour of the unbelievable, the unsettling, and the bizarre.

Inspired by the unusual collections and fascinating stories that fill the pages of history, Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities takes listeners on a twice-weekly tour of the unbelievable, the unsettling, and the bizarre.

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United States

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History Podcasts

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English

Episodes

136 | Ship of Fools

10/10/2019

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.

Duration:00:11:33

135 | Hot Wheels

10/8/2019

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.

Duration:00:11:35

134 | Stable Genius

10/3/2019

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.

Duration:00:10:43

133 | Drunk History

10/1/2019

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.

Duration:00:11:11

132 | Dream Job

9/26/2019

Some discoveries alter the way we view the world forever, while others only change it for a time. Today's tour will give you a glimpse into both kinds of stories.

Duration:00:11:19

131 | Duke of Hazzard

9/24/2019

This tour is full of tales about the darker side of humor, and how some jokes can go horribly wrong. And it's certainly worth the price of admission.

Duration:00:10:56

130 | TMI

9/19/2019

Today's tour will give us all a chance to enjoy some music and a good book. But the experience won't be what you expect it to be.

Duration:00:13:09

129 | Nightmare Fuel

9/17/2019

Whether you're looking for a dream come true, or just want to set the record straight, today's tour through the cabinet will deliver what you need.

Duration:00:11:12

128 | Double Trouble

9/12/2019

Our trip through the Cabinet today will introduce us to a smart girl and a persistent teacher. But nothing is as simple as it appears.

Duration:00:12:00

127 | Roman Justice

9/10/2019

Today's curiosities will quench your thirst and make you laugh, the things that are difficult to say no to.

Duration:00:10:17

126 | Shapes Shifted

9/5/2019

Both of today's stories are out of this world, and are guaranteed to stretch your mind.

Duration:00:11:31

125 | Rat Race

9/3/2019

Today we meet both halves of an incredible legal battle, and one half of a popular entertainer. We promise, it will all make sense by the end.

Duration:00:09:31

124 | Ghosted

8/29/2019

Our trip through the Cabinet today will explore ghostly houses and dusty libraries, two places were curious stories are born. Enjoy the tour!

Duration:00:13:25

123 | Clowning Around

8/27/2019

Today's tour through the Cabinet will introduce you to a pair of very unique individuals. One went on to inspire a lasting image, while the other was the very image of the odd and unusual.

Duration:00:10:27

122 | Killer Act

8/22/2019

Some shows are difficult to believe until you see them, while other things are impossible to believe even after you've laid eyes on them. Today's tour will introduce visitors to one of each.

Duration:00:10:02

121 | Eddie's Monster

8/20/2019

Today's trip through the halls of the Cabinet will take us past two very unique individuals, both of whom made a name for themselves in their respective fields.

Duration:00:09:14

120 | Stubborn Neighbors

8/15/2019

On our tour today, we'll meet one subject known for what he built, and another known for what he accomplished—and both of them deliver a curious journey.

Duration:00:09:48

119 | Shark Attacked

8/13/2019

Today we meet two very unusual individuals, although the things these people were famous for couldn't be more different. Either way, they're both great additions to the Cabinet.

Duration:00:10:43

118 | Monster Mass

8/8/2019

As we pass through the Cabinet today, you'll bear witness to a man who had an incredible run of luck, and a monster that chilled an entire community. Enjoy the tour!

Duration:00:09:33

117 | Living a Dream

8/6/2019

Sometimes the most amazing stories are about people who found a way to stand out in a crowd, and both of the subjects of today's tour certainly fit that bill.

Duration:00:09:33