Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities

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 Feb 28, 2023

chumley
 Nov 14, 2021

Arthur ASCII
 Nov 7, 2021
A fascinating and eclectic collection of curiosities and ephemera.

Dannielle
 Apr 25, 2021
Wow, great facts. Very enjoyable

Sarah
 Feb 3, 2021
Most of the stories are interesting and I like the puns at the end

Description

From the creator of the hit podcast Lore comes a new, bite-sized storytelling experience. Each twice-weekly episode features two short tales that take listeners on a guided tour of the unbelievable, the unsettling, and the bizarre.

Episode Date
Upper Management
588

Small town drama can sometimes lead to curious tales.

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Mar 28, 2023
New Me
657

Curiosity does not always prevent us from seeing the truth. For many, it's just another way to sell a lie. Let's see how this works on today's tour through the Cabinet.

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Mar 23, 2023
What a Sap
653

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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Mar 21, 2023
Another Round
596

The creativity of people will never not be curious. We hope the stories on display in the Cabinet today prove that's more than just a half-baked idea.

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Mar 16, 2023
Flying Colors
655

Some people come up with curious ideas that are worth talking about long after they're gone. Today's tour covers two of those tales.

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Mar 14, 2023
Look Sharp
521

Today we visit two tales of out-of-place characters, and the legacy they've left behind.

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Mar 09, 2023
Mix Master
624

Today's tour features something found everywhere, and another thing that can only be found in one impossible location.

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Mar 07, 2023
Well-Oiled Machine
610

If you get one message from today's tour of the Cabinet, it should be that people—and the things they make—are often curious.

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Mar 02, 2023
Sticky Fingers
628

Things are lifted on this tour of the Cabinet. The outcome, however, is more than curious.

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Feb 28, 2023
Mechanical Mind
649

Today's tour features some amazing inventions that might have been a heavy lift, but we've been writing about them ever since.

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Feb 23, 2023
Dusty
631

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

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Feb 21, 2023
Noted
604

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

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Feb 16, 2023
Here and Gone
685

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

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Feb 14, 2023
Teacher’s Pet
629

Some of the biggest lessons in life can be learned from the smallest things. Let's hope today's tour gives you a clear picture of that.

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Feb 09, 2023
You'll Shoot Your Eye Out
659

Tales of awkward adventure are featured in today's tour through the Cabinet. 

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Feb 07, 2023
Wild Wild West?
644

Sometimes a thing is important because of how it's built, while other items are important because of the "why". Both options, though, deserve a place in the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Feb 02, 2023
Shake It Up
619

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

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Jan 31, 2023
Strike Twice
598

Usually, the precise moment a significant event took place is difficult for historians to nail down. But not in the stories we cover today on our tour through the Cabinet.

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Jan 26, 2023
All Wrong
602

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

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Jan 24, 2023
Skull Buster
680

Even in death we can find the most curious details.

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Jan 19, 2023
Bottomless Pit
675

Some folks refuse to do things the typical way, and along the way, they leave behind some curious tales.

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Jan 17, 2023
Just Kidding
617

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

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Jan 12, 2023
Silent Killer
647

Our Cabinet tour today will help you spend a bit of time enjoying some killer stories.

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Jan 10, 2023
Bombshell
742

Today's tour features a story you've probably never heard of, and one you definitely have...you just might not know it yet.

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Jan 05, 2023
Winged Wonder
679

Two tragic scientific endeavors, two curious stories. Enjoy!

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Jan 03, 2023
Returning the Favor
605

It's delightful to learn something new about things that feel so familiar, and today's tour through the Cabinet aims to deliver on that.

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Dec 29, 2022
Grin and Bear It
686

If these two stories are any indication, some pretty curious things have taken place out in the woods.

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Dec 27, 2022
No Cigar
801

Trickery abounds on today's tour through the Cabinet!

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Dec 22, 2022
Death's Icey Grip
624

Today's tour through the Cabinet features some cool stories with some hot takes. 

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Dec 20, 2022
Pea Soup
701

Something events are baffling and incredible at first blush, but once the fog is blown away by a bit of context, the curious truth comes shining through.

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Dec 15, 2022
Homeward Bound
653

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

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Dec 13, 2022
Forked
637

Things we take for granted often have unusual origin stories, which clear make them great additions to our Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Dec 08, 2022
A Leg Up
591

Our tour today features two characters remembered for very different things.

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Dec 06, 2022
Can You Dig It?
582

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

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Dec 01, 2022
Good Parenting
604

Dealing with tricky situations can often require a heroic heart, and that's what's on display in today's tour of the Cabinet.

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Nov 29, 2022
Sugar
703

Legendary characters will be cast in new light on today's tour through the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Nov 24, 2022
Bucket List
664

You came for some curious exhibits, and today's tour won't disappoint. Just keep an eye on your favorite bucket.

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Nov 22, 2022
Hocus Pocus
683

Legendary battles and tales of revenge. Those are our focus on today's tour through the Cabinet.

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Nov 17, 2022
A Happy Accident
783

The two stories on display today illustrate just how much we can learn about something if we spend enough time digging for the truth.

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Nov 15, 2022
Colorful Names
618

Today's stories are bound to give you chills. Bundle up for this colorful tour through the Cabinet.

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Nov 10, 2022
Uninvited
645

Some of the most curious stories are found on the edge of society. These might be painful tales, but they are necessary as well.

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Nov 08, 2022
Home Weird Home
637

Making things is challenging. Making memorable things is even harder. But these two curious creations are well worth the price of admission.

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Nov 03, 2022
Taking Root
655

Today's tour through the Cabinet will introduce you to some wonderful characters. Enjoy!

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Nov 01, 2022
Gangs of Paree
550

Sometimes the most curious thing about us is our clothing—a target that today's featured stories aim straight at the heart of.

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Oct 27, 2022
The Best Thing
653

After today's tour of the Cabinet, you'll never look at your kitchen the same way again.

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Oct 25, 2022
Daily Double
739

Things get very weird on today's tour through the Cabinet.

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Oct 20, 2022
Fright Night
699

Bats and spooks feature heavily on today's midnight tour. 

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Oct 18, 2022
Double Jeopardy
689

Sometimes we take two swings and miss both times. And sometimes both are hits. It should all make sense once you hear today's tour of the Cabinet.

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Oct 13, 2022
When in Rome
593

One of our goals at the Cabinet is to help you view old things in a new light. And today's tour will do just that.

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Oct 11, 2022
Waking Up
787

The lives we live can often leave a mark on the world. Sometimes that's due to our accomplishments, and sometimes it's all about what we've forgotten.

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Oct 06, 2022
Missing, Presumed Dead
725

Humans have been around on the planet long enough that one of the most eerie things to experience is the absence of other people. Today's tour puts two such moments on display.

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Oct 04, 2022
The Talking Dead
609

Some academicsThe Talking Dead discover groundbreaking concepts, while others become them. Today's tour should explain exactly what we mean.

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Sep 29, 2022
Recycled
606

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

 

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Sep 27, 2022
Achoo!
710

Extraordinary beginnings for some commonplace bits of our culture. Today tour should be painless.

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Sep 22, 2022
Can You Dig It?
668

It's difficult to know exactly what's going on inside the minds of the people around us. But if these Cabinet stories are any indication, perhaps we should be a bit worried?

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Sep 20, 2022
Brain Waves
592

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

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Sep 15, 2022
High Tech
571

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

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Sep 13, 2022
Well-Seasoned
597

You might be surprised by just how powerful a bit of history can be, as these curious tales attest.

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Sep 08, 2022
The Scenic Route
604

Great amounts of time and distance are spanned in this tour of curious personalities.

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Sep 06, 2022
Sweet Tooth
591

Curious people tend to rise to the top. Today's subjects are no exception.

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Sep 01, 2022
Florida Man
783

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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Aug 30, 2022
Make Hay
737

Let's tour a pair of curious stories that are joined by a simple element: human language. 

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Aug 25, 2022
We'll Be Back
681

Often times, it's not uniqueness that makes people curious, but their similarities. Today's tour should reveal exactly what we mean.

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Aug 23, 2022
Good Boy
620

There's a lot of extraordinary adventure hidden behind the lives of two individuals with plain, ordinary names.

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Aug 18, 2022
Needlework
804

Today's curious adventure will require setting foot on a boat or two, but the journey will be worth it.

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Aug 16, 2022
Walk the Walk
636

The world is out there, waiting for us to take control and explore it. How people have done that in the past, however, was sometimes a little curious.

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Aug 11, 2022
Ratted Out
704

We humans always try our best to understand the world around us. Sometimes that leads to new benefits, and sometimes it leads to misunderstandings.

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Aug 09, 2022
Wonder Drug
648

One curiosity in our world is how minds change over time. And the two exhibits on our tour today should help you understand why that's so easy to love.

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Aug 04, 2022
Itsy Bitsy
636

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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Aug 02, 2022
Rock and Roll
709

Sometimes you can find what you're looking for, and sometimes you can't. Either way, the process can be a little curious.

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Jul 28, 2022
Oh, the Humanity
656

Today's tour will teach you about some things that might seem difficult to believe. Whether you are right or not...well, you can be the judge.

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Jul 26, 2022
Arm Candy
575

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

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Jul 21, 2022
Girlboss
789

Today's tour features two individuals who lived life against the grain, although the causes they fought for couldn't have been more different.

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Jul 19, 2022
Going Medieval
580

Sometimes curiosities are built, as today's tour will show.

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Jul 14, 2022
Haunting
788

Today's tour through the Cabinet explores crime on both large and small scales.

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Jul 12, 2022
Grim & Mild Presents: Season 2 Trailer
101

This summer, Grim & Mild Presents continues its journey into the strange, the unusual, and the fascinating. For our newest season, we’ll be taking to the high seas to explore one of history’s most notorious types of criminal: pirates.

From naval battles and buried treasure, to deadly sword fights and stolen rum. Prepare to raise anchor! Grim & Mild Presents: Pirates sets sail on Friday, July 8th.

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Jul 08, 2022
When Pigs Fly
654

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

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Jul 07, 2022
Mamma Mia
610

Curious moments frequently happen when expectation is flipped on its head.

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Jul 05, 2022
Blowing Up
549

We often refer to fame as "blowing up", and these two famous individuals both experienced that. To one degree or another.

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Jun 30, 2022
You’ve Got Mail
592

On today's tour through the Cabinet, we explore some surprising developments that struck the world as a bit...well, curious.

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Jun 28, 2022
To Be
593

On paper, a lot of ideas sound seem ridiculous—whether intensionally or not.

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Jun 23, 2022
Moonshot
584

Some folks get lots of attention for bad ideas, while those who make an impact get forgotten. The world of science is certainly curious.

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Jun 21, 2022
Prison Break
690

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

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Jun 16, 2022
Captain's Orders
593

Clever thinking has led to some curious stories, as these two tales demonstrate for us today.

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Jun 14, 2022
Shrunken Head
623

Plots to do dastardly things is on the tour today, complete with all sorts of curious characters.

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Jun 09, 2022
Keep the Tip
631

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

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Jun 07, 2022
No Loose Threads
654

Some people have accomplished great things and had their names carved forever in the record books. Others labored anonymously. Either way, though, you'll find their tales to be more than curious.

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Jun 02, 2022
Told You So
622

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

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May 31, 2022
Bean There, Done That
609

More human ingenuity is on display on today's tour of the Cabinet.

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May 26, 2022
Ship Happens
604

Creative solutions to difficult problems often make for very curious results.

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May 24, 2022
Maul Me Once
551

Some people change the world for the better, and others make it worse. Either way, they make for curious stories.

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May 19, 2022
Miss Piggies
610

Some legends are born that way. These two stories approach that idea from two very different, very curious angles.

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May 17, 2022
Precocious
580

Some of history's most curious moments come in small packages.

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May 12, 2022
Working for Peanuts
572

Unlikely characters make an appearance on today's tour through the curious.

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May 10, 2022
Super Fruit
567

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

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May 05, 2022
Medal of Funk
516

War often brings out the best in people in response to the worst situations. These two tales should serve as curious evidence. 

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May 03, 2022
Making a Splash
641

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

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Apr 28, 2022
Everyone’s Doing It
590

We go to great depths today to give you curious tales. Enjoy!

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Apr 26, 2022
Keep Your Pants On
582

For our 400th episode, we take you on a fun and bizarre tour of hidden things. Trust us, though...it's not what you think. Thanks for listening, and stay curious!

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Apr 21, 2022
Head of the Class
592

Two stories that both feature elements way ahead of their time. And in each case, that makes them more than a little curious.

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Apr 19, 2022
Quiet Time
556

Let's visit some special locations, and the individuals who visited them.

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Apr 14, 2022
Morning Shot
513

Unusual characters from the pages of history always bring a bit of delight to our ears. Today's tour should be no exception.

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Apr 12, 2022
Ugly Duckling
611

Curiosity takes flight today. We hope you enjoy the journey.

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Apr 07, 2022
Get Out
564

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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Apr 05, 2022
A Cut Above
622

Life at the edge of death is a curious thing. These two incredibly individuals made that abundantly clear.

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Mar 31, 2022
Leading Lady
612

This pair of stories is gritty and real, like the legends they have become.

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Mar 29, 2022
Lunch Break
544

Folks at the top of their game often generate some amazing stories. This pair of tales won't disappoint.

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Mar 24, 2022
A Little Iconic
587

There are some surprising stories behind common ideas and creations. Today's tour will leave you begging for more.

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Mar 22, 2022
Picture Perfect
549

Ancient history might be far in the past, but the wonderful gems it contains are as timeless and delightful as ever.

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Mar 17, 2022
Kingmaker
634

Legends always look simple and shiny on the surface. But if you dig a little deeper, the stories you can uncover are more than curious.

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Mar 15, 2022
Another Banger
628

The inventiveness of people will never stop being a major curiosity for us to enjoy. But today's stories have more than a healthy dose of surprise.

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Mar 10, 2022
Marooned
579

One thing's for certain: managing a community is hard work. Every generation has its challenges, too—along with their own curious solutions.

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Mar 08, 2022
Tree Huggers
598

Some stories only gather an air of curiosity after enough time has passed. Thankfully for these two tales, time delivers some spectacular results.

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Mar 03, 2022
Oh, Baby
599

Men and their unusual offspring are on display today. And believe me, this is a bigger deal than you'd expect.

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Mar 01, 2022
Ruined
730

It's amazing how many curious things can be uncovered if only we took the time to do a little digging.

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Feb 24, 2022
Ship of Screams
663

Some of the best curiosities are created by imaginative people, and today's tour should make that unbearably clear.

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Feb 22, 2022
The Right Word
632

You can accomplish anything if you set your mind to it. Although, that could be good or bad, depending on which story you hear.

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Feb 17, 2022
Fill In The Blankenship
633

Surprising origins are full of delight, as today's tour through the Cabinet should demonstrate.

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Feb 15, 2022
Songsmith
627

Unexpected behavior is on full display on today's Cabinet tour.

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Feb 10, 2022
Quite a Character
566

Let's take a look as some crooked characters today on a tour through the Cabinet.

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Feb 08, 2022
Die Hard
579

Today's tour will give us a glimpse into the curiosity of war, and the unique individuals who played their part.

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Feb 03, 2022
So Fancy
620

A single moment can define a person. Some will try for years to move past it, while others are happy to hang their laurels on it and call it a day. Today's tour should demonstrate how.

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Feb 01, 2022
Clumpy
643

Crappy situations often lead to curious endings.

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Jan 27, 2022
Strike a Pose
594

Curiosity is often found in the center of unusual stories. Let's see what bounty today's tour brings us, shall we?

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Jan 25, 2022
Handiwork
574

The beginning rarely looks like the end, but once you dig into these curious lives, you'll start to notice the shape of greatness.

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Jan 20, 2022
Get a Grip
571

Life at home can offer some curious distractions, from television to pets. These two tales should serve as perfect proof.

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Jan 18, 2022
Stranger Than Fiction
569

More origin stories, because nothing is more curious than unusual beginnings to familiar characters.

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Jan 13, 2022
Unsung Hero
603

Origin stories are often curious, and these two tales are guaranteed to entertain.

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Jan 11, 2022
Burning Rubber
735

Success and failure often hinge on chance and opportunity, and it's easy to feel a bit deflated.

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Jan 06, 2022
Employee of the Month
593

There's some very creative thinking on display for today's tour through the Cabinet.

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Jan 04, 2022
Stunning
545

Choose your weapon for today's duel of curiosities. No matter what you pick, though, expect the unexpected.

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Dec 30, 2021
Noted
589

Learning about things that happened in the past can generate a sense of wonder. And these two stories are bound to do just that.

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Dec 28, 2021
Latchkey Kids
564

It's easy to take things for granted and assume we know all there is about them. But these two curious stories might just change your mind.

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Dec 23, 2021
Royal Flush
584

There's a darker side to elegance and extravagance, and these curious tales will give you a look at some of our favorites.

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Dec 21, 2021
Surely, You Chest
570

Let's get inventive today. Maybe it will be good for your health, and maybe not. You can decide.

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Dec 16, 2021
Big Winner
642

We often take place and people for granted, and in the process, overlook their curious beginnings.

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Dec 14, 2021
Drop the Hammer
581

Independence is a very human goal, but some of the ways we achieve and celebrate it are more than a little curious.

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Dec 09, 2021
A Pirate’s Life for Me
607

Curiosities are floating all around us. Come aboard and see for yourself!

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Dec 07, 2021
Let’s Surfeit
568

One man's treasured possession is another's bit of trash. It's all a matter of perspective.

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Dec 02, 2021
Man, Myth, Legend
698

Some things are too good to be true, and others turn out to be so much more than you expected. Today's tour through the Cabinet reveals one of each.

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Nov 30, 2021
Forgotten
598

Who we are is closely tied to what we—and others—know about ourselves. These stories offer examples of how that might be taken to the extreme.

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Nov 25, 2021
Over a Barrel
657

People are always trying to push the barriers of what's possible. How those stories end, however, is always more than a little curious.

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Nov 23, 2021
Top Secret
568

Old traditions and new ways of thinking are both excellent sources of curious stories.

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Nov 18, 2021
Open Water
629

Strange things are floating around in history, from people to objects. Here are a couple of new editions to the Cabinet.

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Nov 16, 2021
Up Up and Away
766

Hard work and ingenuity doesn't always go rewarded, but these stories prove otherwise. Their motivations, however, couldn't be less different.

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Nov 11, 2021
Strike Out
598

The line between the ordinary and the extraordinary is often barely perceptible. But the stories that tale place on either side can be utterly curious.

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Nov 09, 2021
Flying Off the Handle
548

There's a lot to get upset about in life, but these two stories are perfect proof that sometimes one era's complaint is another's curiosity.

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Nov 04, 2021
It's Cosmic
605

Humans are capable of so many things, but we're also incredibly easy to scare. These two stories illustrate just how curious that can be.

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Nov 02, 2021
Rock Star
605

Two amazing people. Two amazing stories. Sometimes the most curious tales are found in everyday lives.

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Oct 28, 2021
Up Above Down Under
573

Mysteries are, by definition, curiosities. And that means it's only natural that we'd want to put today's stories on display in the Cabinet. Enjoy the tour!

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Oct 26, 2021
Honk
708

Curious things often come from unusual locations. Let's take a tour!

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Oct 21, 2021
Dual Roles
645

One of the most curious types of stories is when lost things turn up again. Today's tour will give you a couple of good examples, for sure.

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Oct 19, 2021
Sunken Treasure
691

Here is a set of curious stories that are sure to leave with you a sinking feeling.

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Oct 14, 2021
Horsin' Around
601

One of our most curious traits as humans is just how tricky we can be. Today's stories illustrate that nicely.

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Oct 12, 2021
The Fast and the Furriest
627

Transformation is a curious thing, and these stories certain grew into something more.

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Oct 07, 2021
What’s the Buzz?
612

Let's explore some curious fixtures in our world--whether or not you're ready to believe in them.

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Oct 05, 2021
Lend Me Your Ear
563

Two unique tales from one unique war. Enjoy this curious tour of duty.

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Sep 30, 2021
Mystery Man
657

Wonderous things can happen when we travel, and these two individuals certainly proved the truth of that.

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Sep 28, 2021
Steamy Beginnings
595

Every now and then a person comes along who puts their mind to an unusual task. Today's tour will introduce you to two of them.

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Sep 23, 2021
A Song For Peace
576

We take a lot of things for granted. But if we dig a little deeper, we might discover the curious stories behind them.

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Sep 21, 2021
Lost Daylight
569

Royalty has undoubtedly provided historians with a lot of work over the centuries. But it's also given us quick a lot of items to add to the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Sep 16, 2021
The Comeback Kid
622

Some people are born fighters, and oftentimes the fruits of their struggle can be enjoyed long after they are gone.

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Sep 14, 2021
Three Hour Tour
574

Entertainment has always provided us with curious stories. But the wonder and fun goes beyond the actual plot. Learn why today.

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Sep 09, 2021
Too Hot to Handle
636

We spend most of our lives either at work or at home. So it shouldn't be a surprise that so many curious stories come from those locations.

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Sep 07, 2021
Bird of Passage
622

Humans have done some unbelievable things. Whether those deeds were brave or foolish, though, is something we'll leave up to you.

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Sep 02, 2021
Monkeying Around
548

Some curiosities don't fit into the Cabinet. But that doesn't mean we can't enjoy them.

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Aug 31, 2021
Boneheads
627

Some things in life are too important to let go of. Here are two stories about seizing the day.

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Aug 26, 2021
Boom
731

Anything can be curious, from the small and unnoticeable, to the closely guarded.

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Aug 24, 2021
A Hole in One
625

Some stories are difficult to believe. But when they're 100% true, it's also difficult to not share them. 

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Aug 19, 2021
Trust in Me
594

Let's meet some curious individuals, shall we?

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Aug 17, 2021
Snapshot
611

There are so many curious stories hidden in plain sight--behind locked doors or metaphorically beneath common names. And we're going to explore a couple of them today.

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Aug 12, 2021
Mistaken Identity
681

Humans have a way of getting themselves into some pretty amazing situations. In fact, the stories about that are more than a little curious.

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Aug 10, 2021
Turtle Power
610

Everyone needs to visit the curious from time to time. Thankfully, today's tour should take you there right away.

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Aug 05, 2021
Food Fight
651

Today's tour through the Cabinet should give you a healthy dose of inspiration—and renew your appreciation for a good, cheap snack.

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Aug 03, 2021
Buzzing With Danger
617

Our inventiveness is almost universal and commonplace, and yet it has left us with so many stories that are more than a little curious.

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Jul 29, 2021
Chew on This
595

The most curious things are hidden inside the ordinary, and today's tour will make that abundantly clear.

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Jul 27, 2021
Bear With Me
621

It's amazing what you can find if you just stop and listen for a bit. And the stories that simple act can reveal are often curious.

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Jul 22, 2021
Face the Facts
641

Everyday people doing extraordinary things. That's when the truly curious stories are born. And if that's the sort of delight you're looking for, today's tour through the Cabinet will put a smile on your face.


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Jul 20, 2021
Dream Weaver
654

There are a lot of things we take for granted today that started with passion. And the two individuals on our tour today had a curious amount of it, for sure.

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Jul 15, 2021
Know-It-All
591

Some people search far and wide for a scientific breakthrough, only to come up empty. Others seem to be dripping with sucess. Here's a pair of stories to help you soak up the truth.

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Jul 13, 2021
Toil and Trouble
621

There are some legends that have hidden secrets, and if you dig deep enough, you'll learn something absolutely curious about them.

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Jul 08, 2021
Abandoned Rear
550

Often times things aren't what they appear. Other times, we have to work hard to convince people of the obvious truth. Either path, though, is a journey with curious twists and turns.

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Jul 06, 2021
Jingle in Her Pocket
593

Let's explore a few more of our more inventive forebearers, with a tour through the playful and the practical.

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Jul 01, 2021
Catching Up
561

Some of the most commonly known things have surprising beginnings. And that makes for the most curious revelations.

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Jun 29, 2021
Unwelcome
592

Ancient politics and modern music. Today's tour has it all!

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Jun 24, 2021
Friendly Fire
605

Sometimes the most curious thing about a story is the enemy faced by the protagonist. These enemies, though, are a bit out of the ordinary.

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Jun 22, 2021
Spinning Their Wheels
608

One of the best places to find curiosities is in our childhood, and the delights and games we once took part in. Today's tour will give you a taste of the good old days.

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Jun 17, 2021
Pick a Card
702

Humans are capable of some pretty curious things. Although, to be honest, that isn't always a good thing. Here are two powerful examples of both ends of the spectrum.

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Jun 15, 2021
The Devil Made Me Do It
534

Obscure orders of clandestine people are always a bit curious. And so are these two stories about people that fit that description.

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Jun 10, 2021
War of the Words
656

If you find it entertaining to learn where a common object or concept got its start, these two tales should leave you wide-eyed.

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Jun 08, 2021
Toot Toot
598

Have you ever stopped to think about some of the utterly amazing jobs a few people have been able to have over the years? If not, these two stories will show you just how curious they can be.

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Jun 03, 2021
Crunch Time
715

A lot of the stories we hear about curious people are long tales from a lifetime of creative thinking, but we should never doubt the younger crowd's contribution. Here are two powerful examples.

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Jun 01, 2021
Do or Do Not
642

Thinking outside the box is how many difficult problems are solved. But it's also how many amazing and unique creations just from the drawing board to reality.

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May 27, 2021
I Feel the Earth Move
572

Storytelling will do a big of heavy lifting today, but the effort will be worth it—as long as you stay curious.

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May 25, 2021
Touchy Subject
583

Some people use their inventiveness to help themselves, while others gift the entire world with their creations. Either way, their stories are more than a little curious.

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May 20, 2021
Having a Blast
532

Some of the most entertaining curiosities are the ones that defy expectations. And both of today's subjects do that perfectly.

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May 18, 2021
Uncanny Resemblance
573

Famous people can be highly curious, and hopefully, these stories will illustrate why.

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May 13, 2021
Strange Arrivals: Season Two Trailer
167

Hey Cabinet of Curiosities fans! We’d love to tell you about another series from Grim & Mild: Strange Arrivals. This season on Strange Arrivals, we explore the Rendlesham Forest Incident, one of the most famous UFO sightings in history, sometimes described as Britain's Roswell.

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May 12, 2021
Root Cause
602

For all our advances, sometimes the most curious things come from the dirt around us. On today's tour, you'll meet a pair of individuals who found motivation beneath their feet.

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May 11, 2021
Backfire
640

When events are out of our control, all we can do is just make the best of it. The folks in our stories today did exactly that after life threw them some bizarre and unusual curveballs.

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May 06, 2021
Just Dandy
599

Some of the most curious stories are about things we assume we know really well. But there's always more to discover...isn't there?

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May 04, 2021
The Trouble With Drebbels
634

On display today are two objects that we might take for granted in the modern world. But how they got there...well, that's the curious part.

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Apr 29, 2021
Downpour
648

Luck has a lot to do with the creation of new curiosities. Sometimes that luck is found in a random choice, and sometimes it's entirely out of our control. The results, though, are never boring.

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Apr 27, 2021
Sweet and Sour
594

Two well known subjects, two extraordinary stories. All part of today's tour through the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Apr 22, 2021
Child's Play
582

Inventive people often leave us with stories that amazing and delight. These two subjects...well, I'll let you be the judge of just how wonderful they are.

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Apr 20, 2021
Point Made
550

Being smart can help you get ahead in life, but for these two people, intelligence changed the future. Enjoy today's tour through the Cabinet!

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Apr 15, 2021
Sink or Swim
639

Many mysteries are hidden just beneath the surface, but today's two stories give that a whole new meaning.

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Apr 13, 2021
Ice Man
621

Some people are storage fanatics, the sort of folks who like to keep things around. But the two stories on display today might just force us to re-evaluate how far people should take that impulse.

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Apr 08, 2021
Pew Pew Pew
556

We can't believe everything we read, and not everything we see on television can become a reality. But today's stories might just make the line between truth and fiction a bit more blurry.

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Apr 06, 2021
A Bone to Pick
577

Today we get right down to the bones of some great stories. To say more, though, would spoil the surprise, so let's begin our tour.

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Apr 01, 2021
Fight Club
604

The inventiveness of humanity is on display in the Cabinet today, and these stories cut right to the heart of our desire to improve lives for everyone.

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Mar 30, 2021
Secret Sauce
721

Everyone wants to be a winner. Some work their entire lives to reach the top. But every now and then someone manages to sneak into the winners' circle through an unusual method. And today's tour will demonstrate exactly that.

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Mar 25, 2021
Toilet Plunge
622

It's amazing how many types of stories can delight us. Some have horrible endings, and some fill us with delight. But either way, they pull us in and build us up. Here are some to do just that.

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Mar 23, 2021
Misfortune's Melody
649

Some people are just different than the rest of us. They might focus that uniqueness into something great, or they might squander it on petty deeds. Either way, they leave us with amazing tales to enjoy.

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Mar 18, 2021
Mayday
680

Two tales that inexplicably set foot into the same legendary location. Although their individual journeys couldn't be more different.

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Mar 16, 2021
Ruffled Feathers
625

Humans are so good at making things that those creations can inspire awe or fear, depending on the story. Let's explore two of them today.

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Mar 11, 2021
Rabbit, Run
573

Some people are just incredibly skilled at bringing delight to the rest of us. How they got there, and what their work entailed, though, is often a bit more curious.

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Mar 09, 2021
Iron Man
762

Today's tour through the Cabinet will introduce you to a pair of unique individuals, and their tendency to break the rules and suffer the consequences.

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Mar 04, 2021
Run and Gun
623

Both stories today involve crossing the Atlantic, but they couldn't be any different after that. Well, other than both being more than a little curious, of course.

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Mar 02, 2021
Norweigan Roll
607

Some of the things we take for granted actually came about it a really unusual way, and that means they should be on display in the Cabinet. Here are two for your enjoyment.

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Feb 25, 2021
Hot Shot
584

Summer might not be here yet, but that doesn't mean we can't tour a couple of summertime curiosities today. Enjoy!

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Feb 23, 2021
Bank On It
725

Sometimes disaster knocks us down and that's it. And sometimes we find a way to get back up and move forward.

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Feb 18, 2021
Swimming Oil
608

Just how inventive are people? These two stories should illustrate that perfectly, and give you a tour through the Cabinet that is oh so curious.

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Feb 16, 2021
Light Reading
593

Politics and poetry don't have a lot in common. But the two stories on today's tour might leave you wondering where inspiration truly comes from.

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Feb 11, 2021
Turn, Turn, Turn
614

Cleverness and the ability to learn always inspire us, so hopefully these two tales will give you that magical feeling.

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Feb 09, 2021
Daydream Believer
627

Today's tour through the Cabinet will demonstrate just how inventing people can be.

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Feb 04, 2021
Brewed Awakening
712

A pair of tales guaranteed to get a rise out of you. And the stories they tell are downright curious!

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Feb 02, 2021
Fall From Grace
628

Humans are truly amazing creatures. And the things we can come up with, endure, and improve upon are sometimes mind-blowing. Like these two tales.

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Jan 28, 2021
Ouch
580

Curious origin stories and bizarre dangers are all on display in the Cabinet today.

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Jan 26, 2021
Cold Start
569

Traditions can be curiously weird. Some were created to help us improve ourselves, while others are in place to save lives. And today's tour through the Cabinet should explain why.

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Jan 21, 2021
Spy Game
612

Some people change their identity to hide, while others do it to stand out. Either way, the stories about it are curious.

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Jan 19, 2021
Master at Arms
601

These inventive individuals made a few mistakes along the way. But thankfully their work was curious enough to earn them admission into the Cabinet.

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Jan 14, 2021
Mirror
600

People come up with the oddest things. Sometimes they fade away, while other times they stick around. And that back and forth can be more than a little... curious.

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Jan 12, 2021
Flight Risk
559

Sometimes a person's name is forgotten, but their deeds live on. Other times, the name is all most people see anymore, unaware of the powerful story behind it. Let's explore both today.

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Jan 07, 2021
Star Struck
645

Sometimes you win, sometimes you don't. Either way, the important thing is to leave your mark on the world. Thankfully, both individuals on display today managed to do just that.

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Jan 05, 2021
Whisker Rebellion
637

The decisions we make in life have a way of carving out a path for us. But two such individuals made the sorts of choices that made them perfect additions to the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Dec 31, 2020
Old Haunts
602

Life gives us a lot ot chew on, as today's tour through the Cabinet will show us.

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Dec 29, 2020
Game On
550

Two things we take for granted. Two amazing stories. Naturally, both belong in the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Dec 24, 2020
Wildcat
759

Today's tour of the Cabinet will introduce you to a couple of inventive people who ended up walking a very tragic path.

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Dec 22, 2020
260 | Root of the Matter
581

Just about anything can be poisoned, ruining a good thing. But if these two tales are any indication, there's always room for hope.

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Dec 17, 2020
Class Actor
586

Greatness is inside all of us, but very few have the courage to let it out and develop it. Today's tour through the Cabinet should provide a nice dose of inspiration, though.

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Dec 15, 2020
Quite a Catch
643

Some origin stories are inspiring, while others feel like a big hit. So these additions to the Cabinet should feel right at home.

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Dec 10, 2020
Fortune and Glory
584

Humans are adventurous, inventive people, which has led to some amazing journies. What's more amazing, though, are the specific details about those trips.

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Dec 08, 2020
Gone in 60 Seconds
579

While many items in the Cabinet are there because they were made or found, some exhibits deal entirely with theft. But their stories are almost too amazing to believe.

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Dec 03, 2020
The Shepherd
545

Today's tour through the Cabinet includes a true story that's hard to believe, and an amazing path that never left the world of fiction.

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Dec 01, 2020
Grain of Salt
624

The stories of how amazing inventions came into existence can often be entertaining. But so can stories of their misuse.

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Nov 26, 2020
Rolling Stones
670

People are capable os so much. That can be good and bad, depending on the person. So here's a set of stories to help us see both sides.

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Nov 24, 2020
Ice and Easy
614

Some inventions have more of an impact than others, and that impact is usually measured in how much enjoyment they bring. Today's story proves that point twice over.

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Nov 19, 2020
Builder Beware
569

Survival often earns a bit of recognition. Many valuable antiques are simply common objects that managed to survive. And today's stories fit right in with them.

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Nov 17, 2020
Hot Ticket Item
603

Fame doesn't guarantee inclusion in the Cabinet of Curiosities. All it takes is an amazing story. 

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Nov 12, 2020
Rough Landing
677

Curiosities aren't always easy to place in a cabinet. Sometimes they are the result of choices that can only be blamed on one ellusive object: human nature.

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Nov 10, 2020
Tangled Web
628

Life is unpredictable. Sometimes we can make sense of it all, and other times it leaves us scratching our head. But it always gives us amazing stories to enjoy...like these two today!

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Nov 05, 2020
Toxic
637

Sometimes life delivers an unusual twist. The results might not leave us an object to display in the Cabinet of Curiosities, but that doesn't mean they aren't fascinating.

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Nov 03, 2020
Crummy Food
598

We can find the most amazing things in the most unassuming places. And sometimes the people we've pushed into a box make a name for themselves in another space. It's ok, and it's wildly entertaining.

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Oct 29, 2020
Zing!
643

Some folks manage to rise up from obscurity and become stars. Others, though, can't seem to break through. Either way, their stories can be enlightening.

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Oct 27, 2020
The Wrong Foot
660

Mistakes happen, right? But whether a moment of bad judgment or a simple accident, mistakes can alter the course of lives, and even history itself.

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Oct 22, 2020
By the Book
625

New ideas can be life-changing, but how the public reacts to them can make or break an invention's future. Let's explore two such items today.

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Oct 20, 2020
De-Coda
590

Real life can be a bit confusing, even leaving us scratching our heads. But the stories boud up in those mysteries are very fun to hear.

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Oct 15, 2020
War at Home
613

Some folks manage to be right there when the important stuff happens, while others miss it due to bad timing. We'll let you be the judge as to which path is more entertaining.

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Oct 13, 2020
Big Fish
670

Some things take a while to get right, whether it's a device or a proper natural observation. The stories of that journey, though, can be curious indeed.

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Oct 08, 2020
Batter Up
704

When the unexpected happens, it often leaves curious stories in its wake. Today's tour has that in spades.

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Oct 06, 2020
Shifting Sands
580

We people put their plans in motion, the results are usually exactly what they were aiming for. But on today's tour, you'll learn about two situations where that certainty was far from reality.

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Oct 01, 2020
Foodie
568

Some stories are hard to believe for a reason. What that reason is...well, that's up to you.

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Sep 29, 2020
Landslide
700

Coincidences and chance happenings always create curious situations. Today we're hear about two that are sure to leave you scratching your head.

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Sep 24, 2020
Mrs. America
589

Everyone wants to be first. The first to achieve something, or discover something new. How that might transform that person's life, though, depends on the details of their story.

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Sep 22, 2020
Lone Survivor
569

Today we meet two people: one who managed to avoid tragedy, and another who ended up creating one. Either way, their stories are curious.

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Sep 17, 2020
The Artist
589

Today's tour will show you artwork from an unlikely painter, and show just how fragile key moments in history really are.

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Sep 15, 2020
Follow the Leader
601

Sometimes great numbers of people will believe a new message and fall in line, while other times the messenger needs to go to great lengths to convince everyone.

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Sep 10, 2020
Piano Man
547

Some performances are more than just entertainment. They stick a stake in the ground and mark a chance in world history. Today's tour covers two such stories.

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Sep 08, 2020
The Family Business
588

Humans are inventive creatures. How they use that gift, though, is more than a little curious.

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Sep 03, 2020
Magic Man
789

History is filled with great individuals who are remembered for their deeds and accomplishments. But today's tour might shed some light on just how curious those heroes can be.

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Sep 01, 2020
Imperfect Stranger
651

Time has a way of making us forget people. On today's tour, you'll meet two such neglected individuals. Thankfully, both of their stories are worthy of addition to the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Aug 27, 2020
The Juggler
604

It's amazing what you can make out of unusual materials. Whether the end result is a work of art, or a life-long career, those unique ingredients always make for a great story.

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Aug 25, 2020
Without a Trace
587

Two individuals. Two amazing stories. And even more incredible: both of them are true. You're sure to enjoy their addition to the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Aug 20, 2020
Succession
586

Some people make history for the most troubling deeds, while others reach the top, only to be forgotten. Today's tour will introduce you to one of each.

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Aug 18, 2020
Barrel of Fun
638

Soem people leave their mark on the world during their own lifetime and then fade away. Others might still find their names on the lips of people generations later. Either way, they make great additions to the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Aug 13, 2020
Amazing Story
638

One of the most curious objects in the world is...our world. Hopefully, these tales about our planet will entertain you during your tour of the Cabinet today.

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Aug 11, 2020
Killer Ending
587

Today's tour involves some items you might actually see in a museum. But without their true stories, you'd be missing just how curious they truly are.

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Aug 06, 2020
Land Ho
673

Some of the most fascinating things in the world might or might not really exist. Today's tour should demonstrate that idea nicely.

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Aug 04, 2020
Ring Master
566

Not everything that's lost is gone forever. Sometimes they turn up again, and when they do, they bring with them some curious stories.

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Jul 30, 2020
Going Bananas
628

Whether their origins are accidental or by design, there are some very curious items on our tour today.

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Jul 28, 2020
Flesh & Stone
599

Inspiration is found in the most unusual of places. Today's tour will make that abundantly clear.

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Jul 23, 2020
Flight Plan
614

While unusual objects are perfect for the Cabinet of Curiosities, so are unexpected accomplishments. Here are two that are sure to entertain you.

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Jul 21, 2020
The Write Stuff
574

Everyone likes a good story. Some are inspirational, while others are complete bunk. Care to hear a bit of both today?

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Jul 16, 2020
Chairman of the Bored
561

Some things aren't as real as they seem, and others...well, we sort of wish they weren't real at all. We'll explain all during today's tour.

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Jul 14, 2020
The Outer Limits
573

The world is full of mysterious things, some of which are hidden, while others are right out in the open. And we think you're going to enjoy the ones on display in the Cabinet today.

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Jul 09, 2020
Dancing Queen
547

Some discovering slip away, while others stick around and help us learn. Let's visit both today, shall we?

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Jul 07, 2020
Sniff Test
683

Many people make outragious claims, and some of them even prove to be true. Either way, they make for great additions to the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Jul 02, 2020
Second Chances
580

Some curiosities are uplifting, and some are tragic. Hopefully pairing them together will help today's tour balance itself out.

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Jun 30, 2020
Survivor
594

Whether someone is a visionary or a survivor, their story has a way of capturing our curiosity.

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Jun 25, 2020
Ice Breaker
576

Some curiosities are powerful because they distract us from the real priority, and others are are powerful because they defy expectations. Let's visit one of each on our tour today.

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Jun 23, 2020
Eye Witness
562

The curiosities on display today are wonderful remnants from the late 19th Century.

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Jun 18, 2020
Home Sweet Home
559

Today's tour will give you a look at two amazing individuals, one known for looking backward, and the other for failing to look ahead.

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Jun 16, 2020
The Vatican Verdict
640

Unusual trials are on the tour today, and they aren't what you'll expect.

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Jun 11, 2020
Felidae Familiaris
621

Humans are capable of doing some unbelievable things. On today's tour, you'll meet two such individuals, each remembered for something highly unique.

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Jun 09, 2020
Hats Off
575

Some of the most curious things in the world are people and the way they behave. Today's tour should make that perfectly clear.

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Jun 04, 2020
203 | The Bird God
525

The newest editions to the Cabinet are a bit foul, but you'll enjoy them nonetheless.

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Jun 02, 2020
Rock the Vote
546

Some achievements are worth remembering. The two featured on our tour today are both noteworthy, but for very different reasons.


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May 28, 2020
Forbidden Island
537

We do a little traveling on our tour through the Cabinet today. First, some sightseeing, and then a little snack. Enjoy!


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May 26, 2020
History's Mysteries
620

Today's tour through the Cabinet celebrates 200 episodes by going deep into historic collections. Careful, though, because things get a little meta along the way.

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May 21, 2020
Panic Station
604

Two curious items appear on our tour today, one you could touch and feel, and another you'll just have to hear about. Either way, they make for great entertainment.

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May 19, 2020
Starman
583

People are capable of absolutely amazing things. How those accomplishments are used...well, that's a story for the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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May 14, 2020
Landing Gear
636

Human inventions aren't always as helpful as we would believe them to be, as today's tour through the Cabinet will show.

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May 12, 2020
Golden Opportunity
609

People have a way of surprising us, and that's why its common to find their stories in the Cabinet. Today's tour will leave you looking for answers.

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May 07, 2020
Hot Stuff
652

The items on today's tour of the Cabinet are there because they've made an impact, either because of their value, or their qualities.

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May 05, 2020
Airborne
606

Today's tour introduces some amazing creations that are on display inside the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Apr 30, 2020
Dear Diary
541

Some items that belong in the Cabinet might not be real, but that's not going to stop us from sharing their story.

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Apr 28, 2020
Extra Credit
560

Some things need to be learned for the first time, while other, more obvious details, sometimes need to be rediscovered. Let's do a bit of both on our tour today through the Cabinet.

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Apr 23, 2020
Gone Fission
660

Humans can be inventive creatures, and some of those moments of triumph can be fantastic additions to the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Apr 21, 2020
Ancient Origins
637

The Cabinet is filled with mysterious objects. Some were easy to photograph, while others remain invisible to this day. They all, however, make for great stories!

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Apr 16, 2020
Wild Child
603

Today's tour will take us to strange places, some of which are far away, while others are a bit too close to home.

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Apr 14, 2020
Wild Life
598

Not everything in the Cabinet of Curiosities is what it appears to be, as both stories today will illustrate.

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Apr 09, 2020
The Talented Mr. Martin
588

Mystery makes a story more interesting, there's no doubt about that, which is why today's tour features two people who embody that completely.

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Apr 07, 2020
For Sale By Owner
950

Although the most curious items in the Cabinet are small, sometimes they're as big as a country. Today we'll explore two examples of that rare category.

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Apr 02, 2020
185 | Super Soldier
583

Some people become extraordinary through bravery, while others achieve it through ingenuity. Both of today's stories, though, share one common trait: passion.

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Mar 31, 2020
Float On
549

Surprises come in all shapes and sizes, but the most surprising things in the world tend to be people. Today we'll introduce you to a couple of them.

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Mar 26, 2020
Flight Risk
648

Today we climb into the cockpit for a strange flight, and then get down in the dirt for an amazing discovery.

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Mar 24, 2020
Stairway to Heaven
649

A nameless man who wanted no attention, and a hungry celebrity who wanted too much of it. Both are on display today in the Cabinet.

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Mar 19, 2020
Bottom Dollar
530

It's amazing what people are capable. Those things aren't always good, or successful, but they are amazing nonetheless. Let's explore two of them today.

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Mar 17, 2020
Double Vision
579

Sometimes the unusual parts of our world are hidden someplace nearby, and sometimes they are right inside us. Let's take a tour of both today.

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Mar 12, 2020
Monkeying Around
669

Some of the greatest curiosities come from the animal world, and today's tour features two of them.

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Mar 10, 2020
Bad Reputation
614

Pranks are a great way to get into trouble, but they can also land a person in the Cabinet of Curiosities, as today's tour will prove.

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Mar 05, 2020
Creature Feature
595

Sometimes stories are powerful because of the yarns they spin, and sometimes they're powerful because of how they are told. Today's tour features one of each.

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Mar 03, 2020
Treasure Island
600

One tale of tricks, and another of treasure. Both are more than entertaining, and both are part of today's tour through the Cabinet.

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Feb 27, 2020
Living Nightmare
580

A dream too hard to believe, and a real-life person who was a bit of a nightmare. Both tales are on display today in the Cabinet.

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Feb 25, 2020
Mixed Signals
602

Extraordinary people are on display in the Cabinet for today's tour.

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Feb 20, 2020
Zapped
615

Today's trip through the Cabinet will introduce us to a castle with a dark past and a pair of people with a special spark.

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Feb 18, 2020
Fully Charged
625

Two remarkable people and two scientific mysteries, each with an exciting journey and an unpredictable ending.

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Feb 13, 2020
Memento Mori
562

Some things stick around long after we've forgotten about them, while other objects vanish before we can use them. Let's explore both types today.

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Feb 11, 2020
Bet On It
599

Dreams are tricky things. Some of them contain things we want, while others show us our biggest fears. Either way, they hold a world of possibilities.

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Feb 06, 2020
Lay an Egg
586

The world around us is filled with wonderful treasures, and none are more powerful than the stories we tell. Here are two tales worthy of display in the Cabinet of Curiosities.

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Feb 04, 2020
Psych
562

Today we explore a town that has a very unusual tradition, and a man who had a very unusual talent. Both, however, deserve to be included in the Cabinet of Curiosities.


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Jan 30, 2020
So Sue Me
668

It's fair to say that sometimes all it takes to be put on display in the Cabinet of Curiosities is a the courage to be ridiculous. Thankfully, both of today's stories share that in common.

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Jan 28, 2020
Failure To Launch
607

Sometimes failure is exactly what you're looking for, and other times, you have to deal with the unexpected. Either way, it makes for an entertaining tale.

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Jan 23, 2020
165 | Tragedy Plus Time
652

Today's tour of the Cabinet features a man who refused to quit, and a project that did nothing but stall over and over. You'll love the journey of each, though.

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Jan 21, 2020
Sea Dragin’
757

Some things sound too amazing to be real, but thankfully we can look at photographs to dispell the doubt. Here are two additions to the Cabinet that tick that box.

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Jan 16, 2020
Keep In Touch
570

Today's tour will introduce you to a pair of exhibits that have been around a lot longer than you might first assume.

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Jan 14, 2020
RIP
644

Amazing creations and astonishing creatures are on display today. Enjoy your tour!

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Jan 09, 2020
Fairy Tale
663

A lot of things are too good to be true. Sometimes they turn out to be fake, while other times they reveal something no one expected. Today's tour through the Cabinet should acquaint you with both.

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Jan 07, 2020
Horse of a Different Color
652

Some new ideas have the potential to stick around for years, while others fizzle out without much fanfare. Today's tour will give you a glimpse of both kind.

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Jan 02, 2020
True Genius
684

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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Dec 31, 2019
Smile
630

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

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Dec 26, 2019
Tuff Enough
567

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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Dec 24, 2019
Ghost in the Machine
549

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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Dec 19, 2019
On a Short Lease
739

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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Dec 17, 2019
Shell Shocked
554

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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Dec 12, 2019
Shore Thing
529

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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Dec 10, 2019
Dead and Loving It
588

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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Dec 05, 2019
Carved Up
559

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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Dec 03, 2019
20,000 Winks
610

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

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Nov 28, 2019
Cave of Wonders
683

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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Nov 26, 2019
Time Warp
614

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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Nov 21, 2019
Heavy Metal
667

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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Nov 19, 2019
Lost World
672

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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Nov 14, 2019
Seeing Red
699

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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Nov 12, 2019
Moonshot
613

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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Nov 07, 2019
Shook Up
560

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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Nov 05, 2019
Mind's Eye
656

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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Oct 31, 2019
Ghost in the Machine
632

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

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Oct 29, 2019
Burning Mad
698

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

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Oct 24, 2019
The Naming of the Shrew
621

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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Oct 22, 2019
Hi-Ho
575

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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Oct 17, 2019
Flying High
655