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Vivid colors fascinate us. The bright colors we take from the world around us we want to duplicate, wear and paint on ourselves and positions. The more vibrant the color, the more eye-catching. Today we talk about one of those colors that has been used in a flavorful sauce. Do vibrant colors and vibrant tastes […]

When there is no more room for love to grow in a relationship it can turn to spite. it's unbelievable the lengths that people will go in order to ruin someone else's day.

We are no stranger to anise flavored drinks. We have an entire episode on absinthe. Ouzo however is one liquor that intrigued us. It turns out even though it is a fairly young alcohol it has lots of relatives that much older. Over all we really enjoued ouzo and we hope you will too. Stin […]

We both have been chewing a lot of gum recently and when the idea came to us “Where does this stuff come from?”. Little did we know that gum has a past that predates recorded history. So sit back and listen to us burst your bubble.

We have been playing some D&D recently and it sparked an idea to talk about some real world magic items. After having this discussion we realized that almost all of these recipes require dead body parts. Not the easiest thing to gather. So maybe we will just leave these magic items to history and the […]

Biting and stinging insects have bothered us since the dawn of mankind and we have been finding ways of fight back.

During our last episode we had a few times we strayed off topic. We just couldn’t let these gems sit around and collect dust.

Eighty two episodes ago we sat down for a session that has become one of our favorite recordings to date. We sampled all the Trappist beers there were to offer. Since then several breweries have been added to the list. We couldn’t resist the urge to sample the newest monks on the block. Of course […]

Months ago we came across this video of a black paint that was so dark it looked like a hole when painted on a surface. We immediately added it to the pile of topics we wanted to cover. Although the absolutely blackest substance is restricted to a few selective people there are recent developments in […]

Since the dawn of time every living thing has to eat, and if it eats it excretes. It has been a journey down the pipes of history making stops at every restroom we could find. Chris and Joe take a deep dive into the cesspool that is the toilet. Mentioned in this episode:

A long abandoned fort lies in the middle of the Patapsco river in the shadow of the Key Bridge. Just at the Baltimore line, it stands guardian to the inner harbor and the port of the city. Unlike some of it’s sister forts, Fort Carroll is long abandoned by humans leaving room for it’s new […]

What do you do when you hear about a alcohol that is described as tasting like a burnt condom filled with gasoline? You find the closest place they sell it and pick some up. Then you go share it with your friends. We had such and adventure just searching for this elusive Chicagoan drink that […]

When you think of maple syrup you think of a thick, sweet liquid for your pancakes but not much beyond that. Chris and Joe go in depth about this delicious treat from first nation accounts of how to harness the sap to the maple candies and sweeteners that are made from it. The humble maple […]

Seven years after the ending of the American Civil War the commanding general of the Union army, Ulysses S. Grant, would be president and sign into law the United States first national park. Three states comprise Yellowstone Park with the largest part being Wyoming, then Montana and the smallest in Idaho. Yellowstone National Park spans […]

What is the Fenn fortune? How do you find it? Where do you find the clues to this hidden treasure? A bounty worth possibly millions of dollars is waiting for you hidden somewhere in the rocky mountains north of Santa Fe. Adventure awaits. Mentioned in this Episode: Related Videos:

Wigs can be worn for all kinds of various reasons. They can change your appearance when you are trying to be someone else, or a toupe’e for instance can make you feel more like yourself. The same goes for the merkin. It’s put to use when hair is needed down there. This episode is all […]

For years we have been threatening to record an episode about nog. After years of shooting it down, we have finally decided to give it a go. As it turns out nog had a rich and frothy backstory. So join us to learn everything from George Washington’s personal eggnog recipe to the traditional way a […]

Ever think what meal would be your last? Very few people know for certain. If you had the chance what would be the last flavor on your lips? Mentioned in this episode:

The Snallygaster is a Maryland based cryptid whose description is so bizarre that is almost sounds like some kind of Lovecraftian horror. Half eagle, half reptile with razor sharp teeth so hard and dark they look like steel. It has wings to small for its body but yet it flies. It has one large eye […]

Since the invention of the combustion engine in 1794 we have dreamed up some amazing vehicles.  We try to pick out the strangest for this episode. Mentioned in this Episode:

Florida Man is a Recent development in the public consciousness. Some of the strangest news headlines seem to come out of this semi-tropical state. So is the heat, the direct sunlight, or something more nefarious causing the phenomenon known as Florida Man.   Related Products: Florida Man T-Shirt by CuriosoPodcast    

Celebrations all over the world are often punctuated with the glow of magnificent fireworks. We tried to find the weirdest, largest and most grand to discuss. Mentioned in this Episode:

Yoga is an practice that is physical, mental and spiritual. Thought to be five thousand years or possibly older there are many branches or types of yoga. We are joined by our friend Jenny Hoffman to discuss all the yoga. Special Guest: Jenny Hoffman

We all know its good to be altruistic and give a little sometimes. People give to charity for all kinds of reasons: goodwill, empathy, empowerment, tax breaks. There are some people however that take advantage of other kindness. Sometimes when you try to help tings can go awry.

Spring is here and the flowers are blooming. Nature makes some strange flowers and we try to speak their language.

Typically when you think of flooding, you think of water. In this episode we search for stories beyond your normal flood. More than just weather related, we have food floods and gross floods.

Sake or sometimes known as rice wine is an ancient and reviled beverage in several Asian cultures. Although more akin to beer in the brewing process, when it comes to flavor it is closer to wine. It can be drank at a variety of temperatures, as well as in cocktails. Through researching and recording this […]

This week we take a break and introduce you to the newest podcast in the PeakSloth network, Giant Swords and Crystals. If you are into video games and specifically Final Fantasy this is the show for you.

Some things are buried to be remembered. These are stories of things that were buried and forgotten. From lost Rings, to “not so thought out” toys and bottles thrown down the outhouse shaft, things that are buried have a tendency to show back up with time. Mentioned in this Episode:

Passed down from our ancestors vestigial traits are are inside our DNA. Some are fully useless, some are partially useless and some we thought of as junk organs have come back around to be useful again. Mentioned in this Episode:  

Is the Mandela effect a collective misremembering or something more sinister? Some say that it’s confabulation and others are proponents of altered timeline or multiple universe theories. Whatever it happens to be we agree it is at the very least a strange coincidence. Thanks to Joel from www.hobotrashcan.com for joining us Special Guest: Joel Murphy Mentioned […]

Rings are the most popular piece of jewelry by far. They have been worn by almost every culture on earth. Rings symbolizing marriage, wealth, power, advancement and some are just for practical purposes. They can be worn on every finger and every toe. There is a ring for every mood.

Have you ever wanted to be cloven? Is the idea of having horns and wielding an ax sound promising? Are you a bit of a creeping peeping tom? You might be interested in becoming a goatman. Find an old secluded bridge nearby and start stalking the local pets and wildlife.

With the outset of the new year upon us we decided to take an episode to discuss what’s coming up for 2017. We also discuss some of our favorite firsts throughout history. Mentioned in this episode:

Ska music is so distinctive with its catchy style of walking base lines and off beat rhythms. Its a music designed to be danced to and if you listen to it you almost cant help yourself. In today’s episode we discuss the Jamaican roots of ska, rocksteady and reggae. Special Guest: Amanda from The Smizokes!   […]

We have recorded episodes about several alcohols and their mixers but have, until this moment, largely ignored a cocktail staple, bitters. Bitter herbs have been used medicinally for centuries but have had a bit of a roller coaster ride in the last 200 years. They became extremely popular during the 1800’s with the advent of […]

Join us for our one hundredth episode! We read a few emails about our first 99 episodes and reminisce about our favorite moments. Then we discuss the four humors. Mentioned in this Episode:  

Living in Maryland most of our lives we have encountered places here where the history is almost palpable. Native Americans were drawn to the area with the rich seafood able to be caught along the shores of the Chesapeake bay. Being one of the original thirteen colonies, we are home to some amazing, spooky and […]

PREMATURE BURIALTo die is natural; but the living death Of those who waken into consciousness, Though for a moment only, ay, or less, To find a coffin stifling their last breath, Surpasses every horror underneath The sun of Heaven, and should surely check Haste in the living to remove the wreck Of what was just […]

Beware of the blob, it creeps And leaps and glides and slides Across the floor Right through the door And all around the wall A splotch, a blotch Be careful of the blob With Special Guest: Mentioned in this Episode:  

The dead are coming back to life and they are all messed up. From Voodoo curses to the modern rage virus runners, we discuss zombies. Mentioned in this Episode: Related Products:  

With Special Guest Joel “Murphdog” Murphy You may have heard of the necronomicon; a book bound in human flesh with the pages written in human blood. Anything that you can think of that can be bound in leather, can be bound, and probably has been bound in human flesh Mentioned in this Episode: Related Videos: […]

A deck of playing cards can be found in almost every home. They are iconic and recognizable on sight. Literary characters, music and movies all have used the ascetic of cards because of their beauty and classic design.         Curioso Playing Cards: Mentioned in this Episode: Related Products:

Cheese is one of mankind’s greatest inventions. Whether it be mass produced or artisan, sharp or mild, fresh or cave ripened, there is a cheese for you.  So join us for this very gooey, possibly moldy, and most likely pungent cheese filled episode.   Related Videos:

Joe took a trip to Texas to find the elusive Marfa Lights. He spent time at the Marfa lights festival before driving off the highway to search out this incredible phenomenon. Related Video:  

Are you left handed? Are you tired of people asking if you’re left handed. This episode is for you. During this episode we celebrate the southpaws. Special Left Handed Guest: Shaggy Wilcox

Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.

Objects all over the world are dashed about by the waves and currents of our oceans. Mysteries breach forth from the depths to greet us and our own garbage comes back to haunt us. Trash and treasure alike washes up on our shores. Mentioned in this Episode:  

The ability to adapt is crucial to sustain life upon this planet. Some plants have adapted the ability to digest insects to supplement nutrients in the poor soil quality in which they live.

The epic two-part crossover event continues. On this week’s Curioso, Joel Murphy and Lars Periwinkle joined Christopher Scarborough and Joe Taylor to talk about the always-compelling, often-confusing Nicolas Cage. But that wasn’t enough to properly discuss the Cage. So while The Curioso episode focused mainly on Cage’s life, Hobo Radio focuses on his career. The […]

Once in a lifetime there is someone who is so perplexing in their field that they become more. They transcend their stardom. Nicolas Cage has been in over eighty movies portraying romantics, law enforcers, con men, superheros and psychopaths. He has spawned countless memes due to his sometimes bizarre acting choices. There have been TV […]