Miss Piggies

<p>Sometimes you have to build up to a curious situation. And sometimes, the curiosity arrives when it all comes tumbling down.</p> <p><strong>Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book&nbsp;<a href="https://static.macmillan.com/static/smp/cabinet-of-curiosities/">by clicking ... Show More

<p>Some curiosities are big and dramatic, and some are tiny. Together, though, today's stories are sure to bring you wonder</p> <p><strong>Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book&nbsp;<a href="https://static.macmillan.com/static/smp/cabinet-of-curiosities/">by clicking her ... Show More

<p>Two tales of big ambition becoming big trouble. Enjoy this tour through some of history's most curious stories.</p> <p><strong>Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book&nbsp;<a href="https://static.macmillan.com/static/smp/cabinet-of-curiosities/">by clicking here</a>&nbs ... Show More

These are two entities with a number of similarities: They’re both women, often described as crones or hags, and there’s no clear origin point for either of them. But they’re very different as well. They come from different parts of the world. One has a scientific explanation; th ... Show More

In the 19th century news spread of an unfortunate man who was born with an evil second face on the back of his head that spoke to him. The real story is that people keep falling for it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

This is a very special episode, the first one we've ever fully recorded a second time and decided to release. Why? Because it's good and a little different and we thought you'd enjoy this unheard of double dose. So enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Los Angeles, 1981-1982. “This rumor went around in 1981, 1982, that kids just were brought to see the body of another kid.” The origin story of Bret Easton Ellis (and Less Than Zero), Part Two. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyi ... Show More

This 2017 episode features three unique women, all of whom are notable. They each have a surprising aspect to their stories, and they each have the name Belle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

This week features two different stories from people who believe they had something otherworldly protecting them as children.  The first story comes from twins Seth and Kendra. They emailed me that until they were about 5 or 6 years old, they were able to float down the stairs in ... Show More

Today is part II of our tribute to one of the most iconic pieces of American culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

She was an incredibly famous writer of incredible output. Her behavior and personal style were almost as talked about as her novels, and these factors combined made her into a figure that was admired by many, despised by some, and completely fascinating. Learn more about your ad- ... Show More

Diaries have been around for a long time. There are many famous ones, and tens of millions that will never see the light of day. Learn about the history and benefits of journaling today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

The second part of this offbeat revisit! As the New York Sun's series of astonishing moon discoveries concluded, most people recognized that it was a hoax. But what made people buy into the tall tale in the first place? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcas ... Show More