Twas the Fright Before Christmas: Haunted Toys Unwrapped

Get ready for a holiday treat that’s anything but merry and bright! In this special Christmas episode of The Box of Oddities, we unwrap a chilling assortment of haunted toy stories just in time for the festive season. Revisit the spine-tingling tales of infamous cursed playthings like Robert the Doll and Annabelle as we delve deeper into their eerie histories and the unsettling mysteries they carry. Hear firsthand accounts from people who claim to have encountered malevolent toy terrors lurking in their attics, basements, and beneath the Christmas tree. It’s a nightmarish twist on the Yuletide spirit—perfect for true believers, skeptics, and anyone craving a dash of holiday horror. Tune in as we discover why some toys are better left unopened, and remember: just because it’s Christmas doesn’t mean these dolls will play nice. 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