#598: Heathenry and Hullabaloo

The Box of Oddities

John Elliott and Kat Walls

Comedy, Society & Culture, True Crime

4.8 • 3K Ratings

🗓️ 4 December 2023

⏱️ 36 minutes

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Summary

In this episode of "Box of Oddities," Kat and Jethro embark on a magical journey through the holiday season. First, they'll melt even the coldest of hearts with a collection of heartwarming stories that prove miracles can happen, even to the most stubborn Scrooges among us. From unexpected acts of kindness to tales of love and compassion, get ready for a warm and fuzzy feeling that will last all year round. Then, Kat and Jethro peel back the layers of Christmas traditions and beliefs. Have you ever wondered how we ended up with a jolly old man in a red suit delivering gifts worldwide or why we hang stockings by the chimney with care? Join us as we unravel the history, myths, surprising facts, and some misinformation behind these cherished holiday customs. Tune in for an episode filled with love, laughter, and fascinating insights into the holiday season. Whether you're a holiday enthusiast or a skeptic, "Box of Oddities" has something for everyone in this festive, feel-good special. Don't miss out on this unique blend of heartwarming tales and Christmas curiosities. Subscribe now and unwrap the magic of "Box of Oddities" this holiday season! This Box contains the following ingredients: Heartwarming stories, Scrooge, Christmas beliefs, holiday traditions, Santa Claus origins, mistletoe, reindeer, festive, holiday season, myths, surprising facts, feel-good special. If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact sales@advertisecast.com http://www.airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	This episode is brought to you by Delive a rule because anything goes this Christmas. Yes, even sprouts on a pizza or gravy on sushi.
0:10.0	The rules are, there are no rules. Have a cantonese on Christmas Eve or a
0:15.2	Balty on boxing day and when you sew over the leftovers bring on the ramen
0:20.2	From big brands to local favorites this Christmas it's all on your doorstep with
0:25.0	deliver room. Geographical restrictions, Ties and C service and delivery fees apply.
0:29.2	What follows may not be suitable for all audiences, listener discretion is advised.
0:35.0	The world is full of stories, stories of mysteries, of curiosities,
0:44.0	curiosities, of oddities.
0:48.0	Join Pat and Jethro Gilligan Toth
0:52.0	for the strange, the bizarre, the unexpected, as they lift the lid
0:59.1	and cautiously peer inside the box of oddities.
1:06.0	Well, it's been a stressful week.
1:08.0	I want to thank all of those of you who have reached out to us
1:12.0	over the past few days and we're talking
1:14.8	hundreds and hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of messages and comments expressing
1:20.9	sympathy for us having to say goodbye to Hagus.
1:24.4	It's very weird doing this without him.
1:28.8	Yeah.
1:30.3	But we feel good about the timing and the last thing I want to do is prolong an animal's suffering just for my benefit
1:39.2	So we made the choice earlier this week and it's been awful.
1:45.0	Yeah.
1:46.0	Yeah.
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