meta_pixel
Tapesearch Logo
Log in
The Box of Oddities

Northern Pike Nimbostratus

The Box of Oddities

John Elliott and Kat Walls

True Crime, Society & Culture, Comedy

4.92.9K Ratings

🗓️ 4 November 2024

⏱️ 63 minutes

🧾️ Download transcript

Summary

Join us for a thrilling exploration in this episode of The Box of Oddities, where we uncover the enigmatic Tulli Scrolls, rumored to be ancient Egyptian documents that detail the sighting of UFOs in the skies of antiquity. What secrets do these scrolls hold, and why have they eluded historians for so long? Next, we journey to the haunted hills of Curtea de Argeș, nestled on the southern slopes of the Transylvanian Alps. This historic site boasts a chilling past filled with legends of vampires, tragic love stories, and architectural marvels. What lurks in the shadows of this storied land? In a fascinating twist of science and technology, we delve into the groundbreaking discoveries that reveal uncanny similarities between DNA and computer code. What does this mean for our understanding of life itself? Are we simply biological algorithms, or is there something more profound at play? Finally, we discuss the quirky world of eggcorns—those amusing malapropisms that arise from a mishearing or misinterpretation of phrases. From “for all intents and purposes” to “for all intensive purposes,” we’ll laugh our way through the linguistic misadventures that often leave us scratching our heads. Join us for a captivating mix of history, science, and a touch of humor in this week’s episode of The Box of Oddities! If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact [email protected]   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcript

Click on a timestamp to play from that location

0:00.0

Our bodies come in different shapes and sizes, so doesn't it make sense that our weight loss plan should too?

0:06.0

Noom builds a personal plan that factors in dietary restrictions, medical issues, and other personal needs, so your plan works for you.

0:15.0

One of the things I love about Noom is that it doesn't feel restrictive.

0:19.0

Instead of focusing on what you can't eat, it helps you

0:21.9

develop a healthier relationship with food. You can still enjoy your favorite treats in moderation,

0:26.7

which makes it a sustainable approach that I can actually stick to. If you're looking for a

0:31.6

personalized weight loss program that actually works, I highly recommend giving Noom a try. It's a program that's helped me achieve my goals and feel better than ever.

0:41.1

Stay focused on what's important to you with Noom's psychology and biology-based approach.

0:46.5

Sign up for your trial today at Noom.com.

0:49.8

That's no-o-o-n.com.

0:52.9

Go check out Noom today. This episode is brought to you by diet coke time for a diet

1:00.6

coke break enjoy what you like just how you like it This is my taste.

1:14.4

What's yours?

1:17.4

Celebrate your unique taste with Diet Coke.

1:23.3

What follows may not be suitable for all audiences.

1:26.6

Listener discretion is advised.

1:29.8

The world is full of stories.

1:34.2

Join Cat and Jethro Gilligan Toth for the strange, the bizarre, the unexpected,

1:42.7

as they lift the lid and cautiously peer inside the box of oddities.

1:49.8

Am I wrong or do I detect a look of disappointment on your face?

1:55.6

Yes.

1:56.2

Are you okay?

...

Please login to see the full transcript.

Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from John Elliott and Kat Walls, and are the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Tapesearch.

Generated transcripts are the property of John Elliott and Kat Walls and are distributed freely under the Fair Use doctrine. Transcripts generated by Tapesearch are not guaranteed to be accurate.

Copyright © Tapesearch 2025.