#553: An Oscillating Purgatory

Welcome to another mind-bending episode of The Box of Oddities, where we explore our world's strangest and most fascinating corners! In this installment, we delve into two mysterious topics that will leave you questioning the boundaries of human perception and the mysteries of the afterlife. First, we plunge into the chilling realm of the fear frequency and the severe impact of infrasound on our minds. Join Jethro as we unravel the eerie connection between low-frequency sound waves and their ability to induce spine-tingling sensations, anxiety, and even terror. Discover the hidden power of infrasound and its unsettling effects on unsuspecting individuals, exposing the dark side of sound that lurks beneath our conscious awareness. In the second part of our episode, Kat embarks on a macabre journey into the realm of Optography. Can an image indeed be developed from the eye of a deceased person? We explore this enigmatic phenomenon that has fascinated scientists and mystics alike. Unlock the secrets behind the intriguing concept of capturing a final image from the retinal imprints of a dying person's last moments. Join us as we investigate the historical attempts, scientific theories, and eerie anecdotes surrounding Optography, blurring the line between science, pseudoscience, and the supernatural. Prepare to have your senses challenged and your mind expanded as we delve into infrasound-induced fear and the eerie art of Optography. Join Kat and Jethro on The Box of Oddities as they navigate the strange, the bizarre, and the unexpected, taking you on an unforgettable auditory adventure that will leave you both intrigued and unsettled. Brace yourself for a Box of Oddities episode that pushes the boundaries of what you thought was possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices