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Tales of Man-Eating Monsters S8 E8 Aug 13, 2024

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In this episode, we share some spine-chilling accounts of four terrifying man-eating monsters and eerie folklore that will blow your mind! One of our hosts shares his frightening experience that will give you pause. Even if you don't believe in monsters, cryptids, or fantastical beasts, these tales will make excellent campfire stories that will .

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The Chupacrabra pt 2: The $10,000 reward offer and the Cryptid's Origin w/ Ben Radford Jul 30, 2024

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We're back with part two of the legend of the Chupacabra. Ben Radford, the world's leading expert on this cryptid, explains his current offer of $10,000 regarding the Chupacabra. He also nails down exactly when, where and how the Chupacabra legend came into existence. You do NOT want to miss this!

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The Chupacabra - w/ Special Guest Ben Radford Part 1 (S8 E6) Jul 09, 2024

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Throughout parts of the Southwestern United States, Mexico, Latin America, and Puerto Rico, tales of the legendary Chupacabra run rampant. Folks share tales of sightings of the creature with glowing red eyes and large fangs, who lurks in the forest and preys on livestock and farm animals. Many residents are fearful the Chupacabra, which translates to “Goat Sucker”, is an animal vampire, sucking the blood out of its prey. However, is the Chupacabra real and why were sightings only reported as far back as the 1990s?

Our special guest, Benjamin Radford, is the world’s leading authority on the Chupacabra. He is literally an expert on the topic as he spent over 5 years researching the Chupacabra, traveling to all parts of the world to conduct interviews, field research, and forensic analysis. He authored the most authoritative book on the Chupacabra, Tracking the Chupacabra: The Vampire Beast in Fact, Fiction, and Folklore (2011).

As always, more information on Ben and the Chupacabra are listed below:
MORE INFORMATION ON BENJAMIN RADFORD
"Modern Myths" - American Museum of Natural History
"The Mythical Creature Known as the Chupacabra Walked Out of a Movie" - J. Jarry
"Chasing chupacabras? You may find something even more extraordinary here." - National Geographic
"Chupacabra: What's the story behind the legendary creature?" - L Calvario/USA Today
"Are the strange creatures found around Cuero the legendary Chupacabra?" - K. Cabrera/Texas Standard

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Unveiling the Kraken: Folklore, Giant Squids, and Oceanic Legends S8 E5 Jun 22, 2024

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Not only do we question if the Kraken was ever real, but we explore whether it was a giant squid or giant octopus if it did exist. Join us as we delve into the deep legendary history of the Kraken. What do you think? As always, additional information can be found in the links below:
University of Washington's Interactive Oceans article on the Kraken
"The real-life origins of the legendary Kraken" - PhysOrg (ScienceX)
"Kraken: Monster of the Deep" - Joe Nickell, Skeptical Inquirer
"A Deep Dive on the Kraken, a Shipwrecking Sea Monster" - Nicole Antonio
"The Kraken: when myth encounters science" - Scientific Library Online Brazil
"Kraken and Giant Squid: Creatures of the Deep" - Westport Library
"The Kraken Is Real: Scientist Films First Footage Of A Giant Squid" - NPR

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The Mongolian Death Worm S8 E4 Jun 11, 2024

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Ever wondered whether a creature could spit corrosive saliva and generate electric shocks? Join us as we dig into the bizarre and fearsome legend of the Mongolian Death Worm in this jaw-dropping episode of MVP's WTF Paranormal Podcast! We kick off with a light-hearted chat about facing the flu with Botox treatments for migraines before we plunge into the chilling tales of this cryptid, likened to the sandworms from Dune and the graboids from Tremors. You won't believe the vivid descriptions and spine-tingling stories surrounding this five to seven-foot-long terror.
Our journey doesn’t stop there; we explore the differences between legless lizards and worm lizards, often mistaken for snakes, and then pivot to the electrifying and corrosive abilities attributed to the Mongolian Death Worm. Could this creature be a blend of known animals like eels and poisonous frogs? We dive into the historical context of Mongolia under Soviet rule and how it lends some credence to these terrifying tales. With speculative and humorous banter, we wrap up our discussion on the Death Worm's alleged self-destructive attack methods.
Finally, we wander through the weird and wonderful world of cryptids and folklore. From the Yukon Giant Worm to ice worms in Alaska and British Columbia, our conversation melds historical and scientific perspectives with playful debates about "forest deserts" and killer centipedes from South America. We celebrate the creativity in folklore, especially the monstrous legends from Asian cultures, while offering practical (and comical) advice for dealing with unexpected worm encounters in the desert. Tune in for a captivating blend of humor, history, and hair-raising cryptid tales that promise to keep you both entertained and intrigued!

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Dragons: Is There Historical Evidence They Existed? May 28, 2024

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This episode is short and sweet, but very interesting. Everyone can at least agree that Dragons are cool mythical creatures. Whether or not they actually existed, however, is debatable. Join Evan, Mell, Wes, and Tommy as they dive into historical records to see if there is anything that may support the notion that at one point in human history, Dragons were real.
For further reading:
"Natural History of Dragons" - American Museum of Natural History
"Did Dragons Exist? Exploring the Mythical Monster Mystery" - NOW Magazine - Northrup Grumman
"Dragons in History" - Genesis Park
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Werewolves, Lycan, and Hairy People S8 E2 May 18, 2024

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Embark on a howl of an adventure as we explore the haunting legends of werewolves, the shadowy figures that have prowled the edge of reality and mythology for millennia. From the ancient Epic of Gilgamesh to medieval European trials, we unravel the tangled web of werewolf lore that has captured human imagination. Brace yourself for a journey into the past, where magic-infused Viking warriors don wolf pelts and where hypertrichosis blurs the line between man and beast.
Prepare for a spine-tingling encounter with history's darkest corners, including the bone-chilling confession of a 16th-century man accused of lycanthropy and the modern psychological phenomenon of clinical lycanthropy. We juxtapose this with lighter, yet equally curious anecdotes of modern-day werewolf sightings and the peculiar subcultures that idolize these creatures. Through tales of terror and tragedy, we'll connect the howls of ancient myth with the whispers of contemporary lore.
Finally, we unveil the extraordinary life of Gonzalves, the hairy nobleman of France, whose existence teetered on the brink of myth and reality. His story, which may have sown the seeds for "Beauty and the Beast," showcases the bizarre ways in which society has historically reacted to the unknown. Join us for a narrative that is as strange as it is true, and discover how the legend of the werewolf continues to captivate, confound, and, at times, amuse us as we seek to understand the beast within.
For further reading on the topics and people we discuss, we've linked more information below:
Hypertrichosis (The condition of people like the bearded lady)
Lycanthropy
The Hairy Family and the Habsburgs
The History of Werewolves
Werewolves: The Legend of Lycanthropy
Are werewolves real? The facts and history behind the myth

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Bigfoot: The Original Social Distancer S8 E1 May 02, 2024

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We're back and jumping right into our season on Cryptids! We figured we'd get the big guy out of the way for our first episode: Yup, we're talking about Bigfoot! How could we not? He is, after all, the Hide and Seek Champion of the World! However, this time, we decided to include some audio that claims to contain noises from Bigfoot (Bigfeet?) in the forest. We also talk about where the legend originated from and the most recent sighting from a train. We've included links below to the audio clips, video footage we discuss in this episode, and some additional reading.
"Sierra Sounds": The (alleged) sasquatch sounds captured by Ron Morehead & Al Berry
Colorado Train video
Colorado Train Video (zoomed in view)
"What Bigfoot Teaches Us About Public Mistrust of Science" - SAPIENS anthropology magazine
"Science professor explains why Bigfoot's likely not real" - Mansfield News Journal
"DNA Study Proves Bigfoot Never Existed" - TIME magazine
"Is Bigfoot real? Everything you need to know about the Sasquatch" - LiveScience
"Why Do So Many People Still Want to Believe in Bigfoot?" Smithsonian Magazine
"Sorry, That 'Bigfoot DNA' Came from a Raccoon" - LiveScience
"Bigfoot Bluffin': Curious Credentials in Cryptozoology" - Ben Radford, CFI
"Bigfoot Was Investigated by the FBI. Here’s What They Found" - History Channel
"Bigfoot: Best Evidence" - Cliff Barackman, "cryptozoologist/Bigfoot Specialist"

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The Mothman S7 E9 Jan 28, 2024

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You probably thought the Mothman sightings ended back in 1966 or 1967 when the alleged winged creature was claimed to have been seen in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. The last mass-reported sightings of the Mothman ended following the Silver Bridge Collapse, which claimed the lives of 46 people. However, it seems to have resurfaced (ALLEGEDLY), with more recent sightings in Ohio and Chicago and apparently, the witnesses have pictures. Well, we have questions! Below are links to additional information regarding this cryptid legend:
1. PhD Candidate Eleanor Ann Hasken Dissertation for Indiana University, "The Migration of a Local Legend: The Case of Mothman"
2. Smithsonian Center for Folklife & Cultural Heritage Magazine article 2021
3. Joe Nickell article for Skeptical Inquirer "Mothman Revisited: Investigating on Site:
4. West Virginia Public Broadcasting "Mothman Legacy Has Ties to Ancient Folklore"
5. National Audubon Society Article 2018 "Is the Mothman of West Virginia an Owl?"
6. Alleged Reported Sightings/Encounters map in the Chicago Lake Michigan area
7. WCHS Fox 11 News Report 2016
8. Chicago O'Hare American Airlines fire 2016
9. Southeast Ohio Magazine article 2016
10. Southern Living article 2022
11. West Virginia Encyclopedia
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The Simulation Theory and Mandela Effect S7 E8 Jan 10, 2024

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Red Pill or Blue Pill? Did that really happen or is it just a false memory? We jump into possibly the craziest mind phenomenology idea of them all in this episode: The Simulation Theory, with the Mandela Effect as "proof". What if we're all just living in a giant computer program? We also have a lot of fun as we discuss the Mandela Effect and go through numerous examples of things we all remember...which turned out to be FALSE! Some of these examples are going to blow your mind and make you question everything!
Below are links to more information on Simulation Theory and the Mandela Effect
More information:
Elon Musk Interview re: Simulation Theory
Scientific American Article on Simulation Theory
Physicist Dr. Tim Lou, PhD's article on why are NOT living in a simulation
Better Explanation of Quantum Chromodynamics
More examples of the Mandela Effect

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