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The Box of Oddities

John Elliott and Kat Walls

Comedy, Society & Culture, True Crime

4.8 • 3K Ratings

🗓️ 12 June 2023

⏱️ 45 minutes

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Summary

In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we explore peculiar phenomena and remarkable inventions! Join Kat and Jethro as they embark on a mind-bending journey through two distinct topics that will leave you questioning the boundaries of science and human ingenuity. First, we unveil the captivating mysteries surrounding the Philadelphia Experiment, a legendary event steeped in intrigue and conspiracy. Explore the enigmatic tale of a secret naval experiment that allegedly rendered the USS Eldridge invisible and teleported hrough time and space. Discover the astonishing theories, firsthand accounts, and controversial aftermath that continue to fascinate both skeptics and believers. In the second segment, we uncover the lesser-known inventions of famous inventors. While renowned inventors have left an indelible mark on history with their iconic creations, hidden gems are among their lesser-celebrated innovations. Prepare to be amazed as we shine a light on these unsung marvels, revealing the ingenuity and creativity that often go unnoticed. From Edison's surprising inventions beyond the light bulb to Benjamin Franklin's lesser-known discoveries, we celebrate the unsung heroes of innovation and unveil their intriguing contributions to the world. The Box of Oddities invites you to explore the unexplained, marvel at the ingenuity of inventors, and ponder the mysteries that defy conventional understanding. Join us on this extraordinary adventure, where the boundaries of reality are challenged, and the wonders of the unknown await. The Box of Oddities. If it's weird, we talk about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Coming up on this episode of The Box of Iridies, did a government-funded experiment unexpectedly
0:05.4	lead to time travel?
0:06.8	And speaking of experiments, inventors, and their lesser-known inventions.
0:11.7	The Box of Iridies.
0:13.0	If it's weird, we talk about it.
0:15.1	I love my kid, but is a new comedy parenting podcast from Wondry that shares a refreshingly
0:20.4	honest and insightful take on parenting?
0:23.0	Each week, the host will share a parenting story that'll have you laughing and thinking,
0:27.2	yes, I have absolutely been there.
0:29.7	Listen to, I love my kid, but on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts.
0:35.5	Wondry's new podcast, Dis and Tell,
0:38.3	wades into the glorious mess of celebrity beef.
0:41.2	Each episode explores a different iconic celebrity feud, and asks,
0:45.6	what does our obsession with these feuds say about us?
0:48.4	Follow Dis and Tell wherever you get your podcasts.
0:51.5	You can listen ad-free on the Amazon Music or Wondry app.
0:55.2	What follows may not be suitable for all audiences, listen to discretion is advised.
1:00.2	The world is full of stories.
1:03.2	Stories of the strange, the bizarre, the unexpected.
1:09.2	Join Cat and Jethro Gilligan-Toth as they lift the lid and cautiously peer inside
1:17.3	the box of Iridies.
1:20.7	Wait, did we just start?
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