That’s Just Weird with Aaron Mahnke

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Your weekly guide to all the weird things that have happened in our world—both yesterday and today. Each week, we take a short tour of the strangest news from around the world, dip into wild historical events from the past, and explore one larger tale that’s sure to leave you shaking your head. Hosted by Aaron Mahnke.

Recent Episodes
  • Episode 53: A Leathery Meal, an Olympic Latecomer, and a Patient Writer
    Jul 19, 2024 – 19:24
  • Episode 52: A Swift Service, a Flying Gator, and a Bizarre Plague
    Jul 12, 2024 – 15:59
  • Episode 51: A Buzzy Boogyman, a Broken Potty, and an Adventurous Journalist
    Jul 5, 2024 – 16:20
  • Episode 50: Trippy Dolphins, a Political Picnic, and a Delicate Walk
    Jun 28, 2024 – 16:24
  • Episode 49: A Fat Cat, A Tragic Fire, and a Weird Set of Tracks
    Jun 21, 2024 – 16:35
  • Episode 48: A Talented Kid, a Horrible Declaration, and a Bitter Meal
    Jun 14, 2024 – 17:37
  • Episode 47: A Troubled Nose, a Web Wedding, and a Holey Legend
    Jun 7, 2024 – 15:51
  • Episode 46: A Fishy Accident, a Closed Chapter, and a Tricky Friendship
    May 31, 2024 – 16:50
  • Episode 45: Reunited Friends, a Wild Photo, and a Long Race
    May 24, 2024 – 16:36
  • Episode 44: A Gardening Stink, a Crumbling Man, and a Toilet Tragedy
    May 17, 2024 – 18:13
  • Episode 43: A Fungal Solution, a Burning Problem, and a Terrible Trio
    May 10, 2024 – 15:22
  • Episode 42: Some Bees, Some Fish, and a Wild Party
    May 3, 2024 – 20:57
  • Episode 41: A Canine Controversy, a Nightmare, and a Blown Top
    Apr 26, 2024 – 16:44
  • Episode 40: A New Pet, an Old Pet, and a Bad Man
    Apr 19, 2024 – 17:01
  • Episode 39: A Cool Job, a Tricky Brain, and a Ticking Theft
    Apr 12, 2024 – 17:30
  • Episode 38: Colorful Squirrels, a Cursed Book, and a Beautiful Discovery
    Apr 5, 2024 – 17:04
  • Episode 37: A Revoked Record, a Frozen Fall, and a Feeding Frenzy
    Mar 29, 2024 – 15:20
  • Episode 36: An Icy Rescue, a Frozen Father, and a Chilling Theft
    Mar 22, 2024 – 15:58
  • Episode 35: A Hostel Takeover, a Desperate Village, and a Boney Problem
    Mar 15, 2024 – 18:52
  • Episode 34: A New Mom, an Old Race, and a Weird Theft
    Mar 8, 2024 – 17:27
  • Episode 33: A Bird, A Bomb, and a Letter
    Mar 1, 2024 – 17:36
  • Episode 32: A Tea Party, a Tavern Brawl, and a Chilling Mystery
    Feb 23, 2024 – 20:40
  • Episode 31: A Swift Con, a Prank Call, and a Weird Light Show
    Feb 16, 2024 – 17:39
  • Episode 30: A Helpful Friend, a Land Deal, and a Time Traveler
    Feb 9, 2024 – 22:36
  • Episode 29: A Winter Wonderland, an Unusual Golfer, and a Royal Mystery
    Feb 2, 2024 – 18:59
  • Episode 28: A Viral Video, a Big Cheese, and the Wedding of the Century
    Jan 26, 2024 – 23:18
  • Episode 27: A Lost Vegetable, A Sticky Tragedy, and a Cool Miracle
    Jan 19, 2024 – 27:41
  • Episode 26: A Sweet Heist, an Explosive Grave, and a Lucky Fall
    Jan 12, 2024 – 21:35
  • Episode 25: A Sleepy Penguin, a Bouncy Brand, and a Sweet Deception
    Jan 5, 2024 – 20:56
  • Episode 24: An Ugly Bird, an Unusual Lease, and a Mysterious Corpse
    Dec 29, 2023 – 24:58
  • Episode 23: A Broken Curse, a Massive Bicycle, and a Christmas Heist
    Dec 22, 2023 – 22:47
  • Episode 22: Green Slime, a Frustrated Author, and a Drunken Holiday Party
    Dec 15, 2023 – 21:04
  • Episode 21: Lunar Gardening, a Deceptive Washington, and a Mystery Writer Mystery
    Dec 8, 2023 – 23:06
  • Episode 20: Padlocked Corpses, a 19th Century Hologram, and Presidential Necromancy
    Dec 1, 2023 – 23:53
  • Episode 19: A Mysterious Clown, Space Dogs, and a King’s Curse
    Nov 24, 2023 – 23:29
  • Episode 18: A Shellfish Theft, a Costly Concert, and a Lake Disaster that Defies Belief
    Nov 17, 2023 – 22:45
  • Episode 17: A Magical Degree, History’s First Strike, and a Doomed Expedition
    Nov 10, 2023 – 24:38
  • Episode 16: An Emotional Support Gator, an Unknown Hijacker, and a Cursed Diamond
    Nov 3, 2023 – 24:41
  • Episode 15: A Sunken Temple, a Vanished Church, and a Giant Hoax
    Oct 27, 2023 – 27:00
  • Episode 14: A Demon Doll, a Killing Blow, and the History of a Candy Classic
    Oct 20, 2023 – 23:08
  • Episode 13: Musical Mutts, a Bridge Too Far, and a Radio Program Gone Wrong
    Oct 13, 2023 – 24:13
  • Episode 12: A Bullish Passenger, a Dead Patron, and a Very Long Hijacking
    Oct 6, 2023 – 17:48
  • Episode 11: The Bus to Hell, a Ghostly Mansion, and a Bloated Corpse
    Sep 29, 2023 – 20:42
  • Episode 10: A Buried Treasure, the Sport of Train Crashing, and the Woman Who Married a Ghost
    Sep 22, 2023 – 19:51
  • Episode 9: A Doomsday Fish, an Ice Cream Barge, and WWII’s Most Wanted Spy
    Sep 15, 2023 – 23:37
  • Episode 8: A Giant Peanut, an Underwater Road, and a College for Clowns
    Sep 8, 2023 – 16:09
  • Episode 7: A Vegas Alien Sighting, A Curious Pastry, and a Shipwreck Disaster
    Sep 1, 2023 – 20:54
  • Episode 6: The Alligator Bride, a Tax on Beards, and a Very Strange Marathon
    Aug 25, 2023 – 15:54
  • Episode 5: A Strange Burger, a Cursed Ring, and a Train Robbery
    Aug 18, 2023 – 16:37
  • Episode 4: A Screaming Parrot, a Sound Heard Around the World, and a Real Long Hike
    Aug 11, 2023 – 17:00
Recent Reviews
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  • U to utdurzryzhdzjfzjfx
    Why
    Why did you end it? It was such a good podcast. I love that, even though it ended and hi
  • Dossygirl
    I love it
    I loved this episode it was so fun to listen to and hear about the different things of yesterday and today i will miss it
  • dude -11
    So Interesting
    This podcast is so interesting it makes me learn a lot
  • timbre + redding
    Thanks so much for making this podcast
    I like the episode where the last story isn’t for -5 year olds.😵🗻
  • nlzmom
    Runway to start your day!
    With all the news, true crime, and opinions on opinions, this is just fun! It's something you can listen with the kids in the car, but also can also give you quirky things to bring up with your friends.
  • Connieanddennis
    Stopping in to say Hi
    Love this podcast! You keep me up on all the weird and wacky!
  • flower girl 1234
    Love this
    I love it so much the weirdest things happen
  • Adrianne Rabs
    Great!
    Interesting- simple-short news articles great for EVERYONE! If you love history and just weird facts this is a great show for you!
  • W Kate Roberts
    Just plain fun
    I subscribe to many Aaron Manke shows but this one may be my favorite. A nice break from true crime.
  • Kac_!!
    Great Podcast
    This is my kids’ favorite podcast. I enjoy listening too. It’s fun and interesting.
  • RiverBattleboots
    So very weird!
    The reason I give it 4 stars is because each podcasts topics are not all related… That is what I would love to improve. Also, I wish they came out more often! Other than that, I love the stories! TY!
  • Gamergirl7706
    So fun
    Another wonderful podcast by Aaron and the Grim and Mild team.
  • hsvejrlns
    If your kid is a little weird and a lot nerdy….
    I binged this podcast while doing housework and really liked it. It was a nice break from true crime. I played about 10 minutes of one episode for my 9 year old daughter, and she was immediately hooked. It’s now essential for driving back and forth to swim practice and/or waiting in the drop off line at school. I’ve never seen someone so excited to hear about Finneas Gage but she loves it. She also found a “murder documentary for kids” the other day but I’m the one who’s raising her so….
  • Lojo515
    Quirky & Family Friendly
    My 8yo son loves listening with me, great stories
  • choi9999
    Just wish it didn’t have that cheesy green logo
    It’s a fun podcast. But man, it’s logo is gaudy.
  • Love the podcast!!!!!!!!!!
    Love it
    It is so cool
  • mmmmmhuey
    That’s Just Weird
    The show is NOT about weird things we normally associate as weird. The show makes us aware of ordinary people who are caught up in circumstances that are unexpected and outcomes that some might call bizarre. History has taught us that what we may believe about people and what they are capable of doing is not always true. The host is brilliant in how he delivers the story and makes us wonder what might have really happened.
  • 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞
    Great!
    A lot of these things are so weird, but it keeps me listening! I no longer have to put up with my siblings on road trips. Its a life saver!
  • Melidawna
    Highly recommend
    Fun, intelligent, lighthearted and interesting. We need more content like this in podcasts, and I would definitely write this one as top notch.
  • Awilliams821
    My kids love it
    I follow Jared and Ben Padalecki on Insta and they gave this podcast a shoutout. I played it for my kids and they are now OBSESSED. Thank you for giving me a few minutes of quiet in the car on long road trips! Make the episodes faster! (And longer! ha!). Great show, well done and we learned something new each time! My kids love the animal stuff (Otters stealing surf boards?!) Keep it up!
  • GhostBattling
    Awesome!
    If you’re a fan of all things weird, you must check this new podcast out! Just like Aaron’s other podcasts, and shows, it’s well done, informational, and on point. Can’t wait for more!
  • The ms girl
    That’s just weird
    Hey Arron love your videos Soo much but the only problem is your podcasts need to be longer
  • Aceofschrades
    Love it, but…
    I love this podcast and everything Aaron does. The only problem with it is…it’s not long enough! Keep ‘em coming Aaron! And by the way, hi!
  • Comixboy
    FUN
    It’s a surprisingly simple podcast that is FUN and informative. It’s quirky and enjoyable. The best part, it’s like a news blast without the trauma of dealing with the news. Great job folks! Keep up the good work!
  • MrAwesome3245
    Cool!
    I love this podcast!
  • T4678_thiscantalsobetaken
    Love the podcast!
    Just listening now and really enjoying all the weird, mysterious facts! Lots of fun, and also making me want to go researching some of these!
  • FarmVoy1979
    Great
    This is great. I’m glad that he has made one that isn’t so dark. I really enjoy this one and Cabinet of curiosities I love anything odd and weird.
  • Hotrods340
    Good 1st half.. rehashed 2nd half.
    So the first half is good. News stories that you may have missed with a little detail. If you listen to the other podcast by this group you will see rehashing of things from curiosity and lore.
  • Latho717
    A light hearted treat
    This is a delightful show with novel information and a steady pace. I listen to a lot of heavy science news shows, and this show is like the dessert.
  • imjustagirl///
    Everything from Aaron Mahnke is amazing!
    Can’t wait for this!!!
  • MotoDestructo
    Hi.
    Can’t wait for this, always quality from Grim and Mild
  • sweetcountry girl
    The best narrator EVER….
    There isn’t too many people who are better narrators than Aaron. I would listen to him read almost anything.
  • Bluefinkillie
    Copycat?
    There already a podcast called “Thats Just Weird” Weird right? Not sure the name even fits- you’re a write Aaron, couldn’t you think of something else? I sub to both your podcasts but dang, this just seems off.
  • The ADD Kid
    Saying hi.
    Subscribing and saying hi.
  • Md237
    Aaron…
    Is such an excellent narrator and I would listen to him reading a phone book if that was all that was available!
  • LaCarlos
    I’m IN.
    Subscribed and cannot wait! Aaron is enough to make me check anything out and this sounds like it’s gonna be a blast as well as educational and surprising. YES!!
  • cjl2441
    Like most things Mahnke does…
    Expect this to be lackluster and subpar
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