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The Box of Oddities

#555: Gobbling Up A Potato Pie

The Box of Oddities

John Elliott and Kat Walls

Comedy, Society & Culture, True Crime

4.83K Ratings

🗓️ 6 July 2023

⏱️ 36 minutes

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Summary

Join Kat and Jethro on an intriguing journey as they explore the mysterious world of the Box of Oddities. In this episode, dive deep into the mysterious realm of Baba Vanga, a blind Bulgarian mystic renowned for her astounding prophetic abilities. Discover the astonishing accuracy of her predictions and marvel at her life's extraordinary story. Baba Vanga's gift has perplexed skeptics and believers alike, from foreseeing natural disasters to political upheavals and technological advancements. Unravel the mysteries surrounding her life, explore the veracity of her predictions, and delve into her profound impact on our collective consciousness. In the second part of this episode, embark on an unexpected culinary adventure as Kat uncovers the bizarre and tragic tales of individuals who met their untimely demise after consuming potatoes. While this versatile tuber is a staple in countless diets worldwide, learn about the peculiar cases where potatoes turned deadly. Unearth the historical context, scientific explanations, and peculiar circumstances that led to these unfortunate incidents. From the infamous "Green Potatoes of Doom" to unexpected reactions, you'll be amazed by the unusual stories that revolve around this seemingly harmless vegetable. Join us at the intersection of clairvoyance and tragedy in this episode of the Box of Oddities. Whether you're a skeptic seeking to understand the unexplained or a curious mind eager for unconventional knowledge, this episode will leave you questioning the extraordinary phenomena surrounding us. We invite you to join us and embrace the peculiarities that make our world endlessly fascinating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcript

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0:00.0

Wondery's new podcast, Disantel,

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wades into the glorious mess of Celebrity Beef.

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Each episode explores a different iconic celebrity feud,

0:09.0

and asks,

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what does our obsession with these feuds say about us?

0:13.0

Follow Disantel, wherever you get your podcast.

0:16.0

You can listen to Ad Free on the Amazon Music or Wondery app.

0:20.0

Celebrity Beef, you never know if you're just going to end up on TMZ

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or trending on Twitter or in court.

0:27.0

I'm Matt Bellasife.

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And I'm Sydney Battle, and we're the host of Wondery's new podcast, Disantel.

0:33.0

Each episode explores a different iconic celebrity feud,

0:36.0

from the buildup, why it happened, and the repercussions.

0:40.0

What does our obsession with these feuds say about us?

0:43.0

We're starting off with a pretty messy love triangle between Selina Gomez and Justin and Haley Beaver.

0:49.0

A seemingly innocent TikTok of Selina talking about her laminated eyebrows.

0:54.0

It's snowballed into a full-blown alleged feud.

0:58.0

But it doesn't seem like fans are letting up anytime soon.

1:01.0

Despite both Selina and the Bebers making public statements denying any bad blood.

1:06.0

How much of this is teen jealousy and lovers quarreling,

1:09.0

and how much of it is a carefully crafted narrative designed to sell albums?

1:13.0

Follow Disantel wherever you get your podcasts.

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