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Strange Stuff PodcastAuthor: Andy and Mark
Anything weird or wonderful, strange or supernatural. from murders, disappearances,abductions and hauntings, to natural phenomena, coincidences, out of this world visitors and downright unbelieveable nonsense. Language: en-gb Genres: Comedy, Improv, Leisure Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 230: Freak Show Stories
Episode 230
Sunday, 15 February, 2026
The conversation covers topics such as garage culture and diesel heaters, the Winter Olympics, Mariah Carey's performance, and criticism of political figures and their actions. The hosts discuss the differences in garage culture in different regions, share their views on the Winter Olympics and Mariah Carey's performance, and engage in a critical discussion of political figures and their actions. The conversation delves into the world of freak show attractions, exploring the lives of individuals with physical anomalies and the treatment they received. It also discusses the cultural fascination with these attractions and the exploitation of conjoined twins for entertainment purposes. The conversation delves into the fascinating lives of circus attractions, from the incredible story of Frank Lentini to the rise of sideshows and circus attractions, and the terrifying tales of circus oddities. The discussion provides a captivating insight into the lives and experiences of these unique individuals, shedding light on the world of sideshows and circus entertainment.TakeawaysGarage culture in different regionsDiscussion on Winter Olympics and Mariah Carey's performanceCriticism of political figures and their actions Freak show attractions in the 19th and early 20th centuriesTreatment and exploitation of conjoined twinsCultural fascination with physical anomalies Fascinating LivesSideshow AttractionsChapters00:00 Political Criticism and Controversies24:38 P.T. Barnum and Freak Show Attractions37:59 The Bunker Twins and the Hilton Twins52:38 The Marvelous Life of Frank Lentini59:40 The Rise of Sideshows and Circus Attractions01:13:30 Terrifying Tales of Circus Oddities
