Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities

Discover the fascinating collaboration of science and the military as an innovator revolutionizes artillery detection during World War I. Dive into the intriguing world of Blue Zones, where longevity thrives, and explore the debates surrounding the secrets of healthy living. These stories highlight the power of curiosity and thoughtfulness in uncovering remarkable truths about life and technology.

Explore the fascinating intersection of engineering and ethics as we dive into the U.S. government's bold attempt to recover a sunken Russian submarine. Uncover the mysterious sinking of the K-129 and the CIA's secretive Project Azorian, fraught with challenges and unanswered questions. Then, be captivated by the bizarre tale of a servant girl, a rabbit meat craving, and the unsettling consequences that followed. A journey through moral dilemmas, deep-sea intrigue, and strange human nature awaits!

There's a curious power in small things, as today's tour will prove. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

War often brings out the most curious aspects of the human mind. Today's tour through the Cabinet should help you get a glimpse of that. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two stories, two countries, but one very common thread: curiosity. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fighting for human rights shouldn't be a curious thing, but these two tales make for great additions to the Cabinet. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The discussion kicks off with a look at evolving fears around extraterrestrials, blending history with quirky ideas like alien abduction insurance. Next, it dives into the strange world of insurance claims tied to extraordinary events, spotlighting the tragic Heaven's Gate cult. Then, the life of Emperor Justinian I is explored, detailing his tenacity amidst challenges such as ambitious taxes and military struggles. Finally, the impact of Justinian's Plague on the Byzantine Empire's trade and population underscores the critical need to remember history's lessons.

The British Invasion never looks so weird as the one found in these two stories. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some people make the best with what they are handed and become legends as a result. Others just have to muddle through it. Let's examine some of each today. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reading minds and changing sides. Today's Cabinet tour is full of surprises. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.