Podcast appearances and mentions of aaron mahnke

We often take for granted just how important some pieces of our world are. Today's curious tales should shed a bit of light on that. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Childhood can often be curious, as these two amazing tales should prove. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Curious objects have always left legendary tales in their wake. These two stories should serve as powerful examples. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two curious topics we've all heard about before, unpacked for easy consumption. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the more curious sides of any competition is how people attain success. And, of course, how they react to defeat. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The known and the unknown are front and center in the Cabinet today. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's tour through the Cabinet involved two deadly topics that require a curious change in our perception. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two curious men, both thrust into curious situations. Character, though, isn't a mask you can put on; it's found deep in the heart of the story. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two pranks that had massive impacts beyond what anyone could have expected. That makes them the perfect additions to the Cabinet. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this month's bonus episode, we are joined by one of our favorite storytellers, Aaron Mahnke of Lore Podcast, to discuss his upcoming book  Exhumed: Unearthing the History of the American Vampire. We discuss this fascinating book which dives into one of history's strangest rabbit holes: the New England vampire panic. We touch on the tragic story of Mercy Brown, corpse medicine, pseudoscience, folklore, and the very real fears that led ordinary people to do some truly diabolical things!  Aaron shares the inspiration for the book, some unconventional  home theft deterrents, and talks about his favorite moments from his incredible podcast! Preorder Exhumed: Unearthing the History of the American Vampire Purchase tickets to see Aaron Mahnke in conversation with Alaina Urquhart at the Wilbur in Boston on 8/4/26!   Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wonders and woe are the centerpieces of today's stories. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imports and exports sound like boring topics, but sometimes they can involve curious things. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two universal ideas, two curious tales, and one heavy tour through the Cabinet. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strange journeys make for curious tales, as today's tour shall demonstrate. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some curious tales are purpose-built to tell a very specific story—for better or for worse. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Putting things down on paper can have curious consequences, as these two stories make clear. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's tour through the Cabinet of Curiosities, some things become lost, while others are found Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When the tides are turned against you, what matters most is how you respond. These two tales show the curious difference between success and failure. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two curious tales of unorthodox tactics during a time of war. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's amazing how one curious individual can lead a bunch of people into strange times. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two curious tales of the delightly lost. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Humans have always been wildly inventive, but sometimes that characteristic gets us in trouble. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These curious tales might span from the heat of Africa to the frigid Antarctic, but they both teach us about the resilience of human beings. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes it's the little things like a lone individual or a tiny county that find a way to stand tall amidst the pages of history. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two strange occurrences that defy logic. One, the fault of nature. The other, the product of human stupidity. Both, however, left us very curious tales to learn from. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Often times, people are curious because of what we don't know about them--whether intentionally or not. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fear can be a curious motivator. These two stories show the variety of directions our fear can take us. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One curious aspect of history is that people oftem change the world by making some noise. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes the world needs a risk-taker to step into the gap and make the future a little safer. These two individuals did just that, with curious consequences. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two travelers, both far from home, doing very curious things. Enjoy today's tour through the Cabinet. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some tales are clearly legends due to their fantastical elements, while others bring the fantasy right into real life. either way, the story is worth the ride. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two tales from history that highlight curious parallel lives and achievements. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These stories might seem very different, but there are a lot of ways for curious people to leave their mark on the world. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If the present day is a path we are all traveling, we can learn a lot by looking out at the land beyond. These two tales should help you do just that. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A pair of tales about seemingly boring objects with curious pasts. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some messages are communicated without a sound, as these two curious tales show us in a delightful way. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two strange characters, two curious tales. Both, though, should be highly entertaining. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life is often thought of as a collection of moments. Every now and then, though, small specific moments take on huge meaning, and end up echoing through time. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes people stand out by what they accomplish despite the opposition that surrounds them. Here are two such tales. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two curious tales, one part of the world. Sometimes you don't have to roam far to find a good story. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things would honestly be a lot less curious if we could just get our facts straight. At least, that's what these two tales demonstrate for us today. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Curiosity can come in all shapes and sizes, from massive nations to tiny islands. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A lot of curious things came out of the 1970s, including these two explosive tales. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes stories are curious for two separate reasons: their content, and their truth. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Curiosity is often born in the moments when we view something old and accepted from a new angle. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes the most curious stories take place when people are prohibited from being themselves. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some curiosities are hidden within secret tomes, while others are right there in the streets. Today's tour runs the spectrum. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We often take things for granted. But if we peek inside, it's possible to find curious stories. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two enterprising people from our past, each with a goal of bridging the past and the future with curious deeds in the present. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The stories that come to us from deep in the past might be a bit dusty and incomplete, but they also have a tendancy to be incredibly curious. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.