#634: A Dream Crushing Toddler

Join Kat and Jethro on another thrilling episode of *The Box of Oddities* as they explore the fascinating and diverse realms of human experience. In this episode: 1. Discover Anne Beiler's incredible journey from tragedy and abuse to becoming a multi-millionaire through the creation of Auntie Anne's Pretzels. 2. Delve into the mysteries of Teotihuacán, where a colossal 1000-year-old pool of liquid mercury lies hidden beneath the ancient pyramid. Who created it, and for what purpose? Unravel the secrets of this enigmatic marvel. 3. Ever pondered why we indent new paragraphs? Uncover the evolution of punctuation marks and the intriguing reasons behind their development throughout history. 4. Uncover the haunting mystery of Jeannette DePalma's unsolved 1972 murder, steeped in rumors of satanic rituals and the eerie backdrop of a town with a long history of witchcraft. Tune in as Kat and Jethro unearth these tales of triumph, intrigue, and the inexplicable. *The Box of Oddities* delivers another unforgettable journey through the strange and extraordinary facets of our world. The Box Of Oddities is sponsored by BetterHelp. Thinking of giving therapy a try? Visit BetterHelp dot com slash ODDITIES today to get 10% off your first month.  If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact [email protected] http://www.airwavemedia.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices