#537: A Strange Use For Shoes

In this episode of The Box of Oddities, we're talking about the Aghori Sadhus. Now, we know what you're thinking. "What the heck is an Aghori Sadhu?" Well, strap in Freaks, because this is gonna get weird. The Aghori Sadhus are a group of Hindu holy men who have some, let's say, unconventional religious practices. But don't worry, we promise we won't give you nightmares. Just don't listen to this episode while you're eating. Next, we're switching gears and diving into the inspiring life of Sarah Rector, a bonafide badass. Sarah was born in 1902 in Oklahoma and, through a strange twist of fate, became one of the wealthiest black people in America at the age of 11. That's right, 11 years old and rolling in the dough. But it wasn't just about the money. Sarah used her wealth and influence to fight for civil rights and make a difference in her community.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Webby Award-winning “Box of Oddities" is a podcast that delves into the strange and mysterious aspects of our world, exploring topics ranging from bizarre medical conditions to unsolved mysteries, and from paranormal phenomena to strange cultural practices from around the world. With a focus on oddities, curiosities, and the macabre, each episode is a journey into the unknown, where hosts Kat and Jethro Gilligan Toth share their love for unusual stories and inject their humor and commentary. From the strange history of medical practices to chilling true crime stories, to natural (and unnatural) events, "The Box of Oddities" satisfies your thirst for the weird and the unusual, offering an informative and entertaining look into the dark and mysterious corners of our world. JIMMY KIMMEL, ABC-TV says, "Should you be the type who has an interest in weird stuff, this is a fun thing to allow in your head!"  “Truth is stranger than fiction, and the Box of Oddities is the strangest of all!” -SLUGGO, SIRIUS XM LITHIUM “Kat & Jethro wring humor from bizarre, macabre and perplexing places.” -BOSTON MAGAZINE