Beastly Theories: Recent Episodes
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BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour, hosted by author of Beasts of Britain - Andy McGrath, as an attempt to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as Andy seeks conversation with those embroiled in the subject he is chiefly interested in and to determines to avail himself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
Join me for episode 105 as I chat with the awesome - Pete Jennings!
Pete is an Author, Folklorist, Historian, Anglo-Saxon Reenactor, Storyteller, and Pagan Activist— as well as an authority on the histories and mysteries of Suffolk!
We talk about the strange legend of the Wildman of Orford. This naked, hairy, man-like beast was netted by fisherman off the nearby coast and kept as an unwilling guest in Orford Castle, a cannibalistic Mermaid that once inhabited a now dried-up pond in Rendlesham Forest, which is also coincidentally the location of Britain’s most celebrated UFO encounter, Anglo-Saxon warrior kings, their barrows and treasures, the terrifying tale of a Black Shuck that terrified the villages of Bungay and Blythburgh and how his upbringing in this Suffolk has inspired a lifelong love and investigation of this mysterious county.
Pete is a living lexicon of history and folklore as well as an accomplished author - check out his mystical musings and literary endeavours here: http://www.gippeswic.org/books.html
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Join me for episode 104, as I chat with.... uh... myself! ;)
I thought that I might use this space to discuss some of the cultural and psychological aspects of cryptozoology and other fringe theorems.
I discuss corroborative cryptids and reports of high strangeness in countries that have a shared ethnicity of culture, and why these background cultures could affect our interpretation of unusual phenomena, more than we'd like to admit.
The reasons why i recently declared the British Bigfoot Long extinct but The Loch Ness monster alive and well...
A few theories about ancient British giants and their modern reimagining as hairy humanoids and Wildmen...
The reasons why our having Bigfoot on the Brain is a stumbling block to scientific research into this creature and why 'evidence' like sticks and stones does more harm than good when presented without corroboration of other signs of our hairy friends!
If you have an hour to spare to listen to me ramble on about the cryptozoological conundrums that keep me awake at night, you are welcome to join me.
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Join me for episode 103, as I chat with Author - H.E. Bulstrode.
H.E. shares how growing up in the West Country, a region strewn with ancient monuments and megaliths and steeped in curious carvings and historical curiosities, shaped his interest in the folklore of England.
He shares a few peculiar tales from his best known book series - 'Curious England', which has been described as a: "casual and idiosyncratic guide to some of the folkloric and historical curiosities of rural England..." and why he thinks that preserving these stories has a socio-cultural importance, that needs to be shared with future generations.
Next , we delve deep into how he came up with his ghoulish idea to 'crowd source' material for his latest book - 'Personal Ghost Stories' and the risks involved in choosing creativity over classics, and why many most authors stick to popular themes for fear of being overlooked by online algorithms! He also shares his passion for Supernatural Fiction, especially Christmas Ghost Stories and why some of the themes of the Yuletide Yarns of yesteryear are so sorely lacking in our world today
He prefers to be out in the field visiting the sites and stories featured in his books and shares three of the most memorable sites he's visited, including an unnerving 'ghostly encounter' he has never quite been able to explain!
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Hugh Williams was born in Worcester at the heart of the Midlands of England. He has spent years researching and exploring the strange and interesting places of the central counties and then telling their stories. An author, public speaker and consultant at the liminal space where history, folklore and the paranormal converge.
We talk Megaliths, their different forms (dolmens, cromlechs, menhirs, etc.) who made them and why; and the peculiar purpose behind the creation of Misericords; as well as their imagery, symbolism and occasional humour.
We uncover the confusion over the religious origins of the green man and discover why the woodwose could be related to the ancient Greek demi-god - Heracles.
Later, we investigate why so many old buildings like churches and castles are haunted and reveal teh surprising origins of the stone tape theory.
Finally, we talk about one of Hugh's most popular books - Mysteries of Mercia, where he shares his knowledge of this ancient kingdom's myths, legends and folklore. Where was historical Mercia, and what does it have to do with Dragons, Knights, Witches, Mermaids and Wildmen?
Hugh is truly a lexicon of all things mystery; this was a truly enjoyable chat and well worth a listen!
Find Hugh's books and other projects at: http://www.mysteriesofmercia.com/
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Join me for an illuminating chat with Ghostess Leanne - the founding member and vice-chair of the UK Paranormal Society.
Leanne gives me a deep dive into the fantastical theorems and philosophical formulas that are claimed to prove that the spirits of our nearest and dearest are, in fact, unconventional hangers-on and obstinate overstayers that now sojourn in the land of the living…
We peer into the beliefs and evidence for the existence of ghosts and other ghoulish stowaways that allegedly persist in the world of the living, like – Residuals, Poltergeists, Animus Objects, and Exorcists… and investigate an array of Hi-tech detection devices used to find them!
Even though Leanne has had a few unexplainable experiences, she likes to class herself as an open-minded sceptic with a keen interest in the parapsychological explanations for supernatural experiences and questions if there is a human influence in haunting cases.
Is there indeed another world alongside our own that lies just behind the hidden veil, or are we living through a retroactive resurgence of ghost hunters and paranormalists similar to that seen during the Vogue of 19th-century Victorian spiritualism?
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Join me for episode 100 as I chat with Loch Ness Exploration founder - Alan McKenna.
Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ZLMY9KeADg5ojhmKeZ6i7?si=5a5b7a26bc4846d6
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We discuss our mutual love of movies, our favourite actors - Gene Wilder and Michael Ironside and how the real reason that I married my wife is because she looks like Madeline Kahn from the movie - Young Frankenstein!
We relive our recent adventure during the biggest Loch Ness expedition in 50 years, the pros and cons of Nessie hunting and why the sceptical explanations for Nessie phenomena are sometimes stranger than those of the believers!
Alan delivers a nerve-racking recollection of his recent nighttime Nessie hunt, which was gatecrashed by a large unseen creature splashing in the shadows, and shares his hopes and plans to capture a future face-to-face encounter with the beast!
Later, Alan hints at soon-to-be-revealed big news on the horizon and lays out his plans for the future of his cryptozoological cooperative - Loch Ness Exploration!
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Join me as I chat with Cryptozoologist, Author, Researcher and expert on Sumatran fauna and flora - Dally Sandradiputra.
Dally has been a field investigator and expedition consultant for many years, working alongside numerous scientists and cryptozoologists to discover evidence of Sumatra's very own diminutive cryptid ape - Orang Pendek ('short person').
Dally recounts his initiation into the mystery, his first attempts to find it, and the feeling of being awestruck and immobilised one day after unexpectedly catching the creature raiding his camp supplies!
We discuss his theories on the probable genus of this gentle being, the successes and failures of past expeditions, how financial incentivisation only leads to tainted eyewitness testimony, and why he believes that the species could be at risk of extinction in the decades to come.
However, Orang Pendek is not the only cryptid on Dally's resume, as he has conducted extensive field investigations into Orang Gadang (Giant Man) sightings (a bigfoot-like creature, similar to Sasquatch), The Cigau (a large unknown lion-coloured semi-aquatic cat) and even discovered the presence of a cryptic tiger population in an area where they are believed to be extinct, along with researchers Carl Marshall and Richard Freeman, in 2022.
Dally believes that the best way to help Orang Pendek as a species is with international cooperation and incentivised environmental protection initiatives that ensure that the preservation of the species is seen as an asset by local people and government institutions.
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Join me as I catch up with legendary Loch Ness local - Steve Feltham!
Watch here: https://youtu.be/i0TR54e5MGA
Steve, who is the Guinness Book of World Records holder of the longest Loch Ness vigil, has spent the last 32 years investigating this mystery and is, in my opinion, the best-placed person to comment on the new resurgence of Nessie-mania.
We talk about the highs and lows of the biggest hunt for Nessie in over half a century, why the media have a vested interest in sensationalizing news about the beast, and the unexpected publication of Chie Kelly's awe-inspiring photos of the monster, snapped at Dores Beach in 2018, and the soon to be released animation of all 71 photos that are currently being worked upon by photographic experts around the globe!
Steve weighs in on common Monster Imposter theories and why an understanding of the natural phenomena of the loch, as well as the way in which wakes from large cruisers can continue moving up the loch long after these vessels have passed, is essential knowledge to any would-be Nessie spotters hoping to prove the existence of the beast.
Later, we talk about how personal beliefs and philosophies can colour one's experience, influencing the interpretation of unfamiliar phenomena, and especially how the description of Nessie has varied over the years from water horses, giant toads, slugs, camels, giant eels and even elephants, before finally settling on it most enduring and loveable plesiosaur-like effigy.
Finally, Steve shares his hopes for the future of Nessie hunting and why he thinks that legend will live on for hundreds of years to come.
Find Steve at: https://www.nessiehunter.co.uk/
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Join me as I chat British Wildlife with Cookie - field investigator, YouTube, podcaster and all-round animal lover!
We discuss the curious case of Britain's out-of-place animals, like Crocodiles, Capybaras, Porcupines and Rhea birds, that have been witnessed in Britain's wild places and how the people often tear off more than they can chew when it comes to owning exotic pets.
We review the ever-growing list of invasive animals, such as Rose Ringed Parakeets, Mitten Crabs, Terrapins, Mink and Wallabies that are fast becoming naturalised citizens of our island nation.
Cookie weighs in on the British Big Cat phenomenon, its possible origins and why he believes that a large predator would be easy to track in a country like Britain if it were here.
Finally, we tackle the tumultuous subject of rewilding, why it is unhealthy to have an ecosystem devoid of large predators, and why he believes that reintroducing wolves, lynx, and bears would not pose a threat to humans.
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What are UFOs? Are Aliens real? Do people really get abducted? And, most importantly... what do 'They' want?
Join me as I chat with writer, investigator and abductee - Dave Emmons!
Dave shares his mysterious and sometimes harrowing encounters with Aliens and other lifeforms over the past 59 years, his unique insight into the alien agenda, and why he thinks people are abducted.
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https://hangar1publishing.com/collections/book-catalog/products/they
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Join me as I chat with Author, Researcher and Adventurer - Tony Healy to discuss his new book with Co-author Paul Cropper - The Yowie File.
This awesome book documents the widespread belief among Australian Aboriginal people that huge, shaggy, man-like creatures lurk in the continent's rugged mountains and deep forests and attempts to document their origins, making mighty efforts to untangle the mythos from the monster, which has been invariably known by many monikers such as dulagarl, gulaga, jurrawarra, tjangara, noocoonah and wawee, but most often referred to these days (especially to outsiders) as "Hairy Man."
Tony's book also uncovers many early settler stories from the early 1800s, when Europeans began reporting encounters with great hulking horrors that they named "Australian apes", "yahoos", or "youries".
Now colloquially known as the Yowie, tales of this creature are now shared by all Australians, and ancient encounters, as well as modern encounters, are supported by physical evidence such as footprints, hairs, nests, and thermal film footage!
Tony (along with Paul) expertly enumerates the Yowie saga, delivering a blow-by-blow commentary on the ascendence of this antipodean ape.
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Join me as I chew the fat with Jordan Warner, an independent filmmaker. Inspired by monsters and mysteries at such a young age, his interest in cryptozoology and filmmaking began when he created a short-lived YouTube documentary series titled “Cryptid Hunt.” Searching for cryptids such as Sasquatch and Mothman and interviewing many respectable individuals such as the late Lake Champlain Monster witness Sandra Mansi.
We chat about cryptid beginnings, meeting your heroes, the importance of asking if you want to receive and even manage to resolve some of the world's greatest theological problems.
Jordan is now working on a new YouTube channel titled “Whispering Hollow.” From a world so hell-bent on disenchantment, the goal is to re-enchant this world. He is also working on an upcoming feature-length documentary, “The Man-Beast of Western New York.”
Find Jordan at:
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@whisperinghollow21
Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhispHollow21
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whispering_hollow21
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Join me as I chat with Big Cat Researcher and Fortean Zoology Expert - Carl Marshall.
Carl tells us about his introduction to cryptozoology, how his youth was spent assisting a taxidermist (his father) in preserving a variety of animals, and how he would often come home from school to find his father's latest work laid out on the kitchen table!
This unique upbringing gave him a keen interest in the fauna of the natural world and especially in that of Big Cats - an interest which he traces back to finding his father busily working upon the corpse of a Sumatran Tiger in their home one day!
Indeed, he has recently been making waves in the world of Big Cat research, having discovered a verified cryptic Tiger in Sumatra, collected verified Leopard DNA in Stroud, England, and now preparing to release his first book on the subject.
Carl defines the term cryptid cats, talks about emerging hybrids and speculates on the possibility that there may still be undiscovered species of big cats, as well as prehistoric survivors, like the sabretooth and cave lion, around the world.
Later, He weighs in on whether we are close to seeing a public acknowledgement that there are indeed Big Cats in Britain and the public panic that could be caused by this revelation!
Carl's new book: The Cryptozoology of Cats: Feline Folktales, Fables and Fauna, will be released by Hangar 1 Publishing later this year!
If you'd like to share a sighting with Carl or ask him a question, you can email: carlmarshall83@live.com
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Join me as I chat with Comedy Writer, Music Lover and Mysterious Universe's Paranormal Aficionado - Paul Seaburn.
Paul shares his life story, how he started out as a computer programmer and later accidentally fell into a career as a comedy writer, working for big names like Jay Leno and other iconic comedians...before eventually being drawn to the UFOlogy, cryptozoology and the paranormal - where he now resides as a regular contributor to Mysterious Universe and as the host of the 'What in the World' Podcast.
We talk about some of his favourite cryptid encounters, why UFOs are dominating the news cycle these days, whether paranormal encounters are a form of superstitious revivalism, and what attracts o many people to ghost hunting and get his take on modern-day vampire sightings.
Later, Paul weighs in on whether the academic study of these fringe phenomena could be negatively affected by their fandoms and the never-ending online demand for sensational content.
Find Paul Here: https://www.facebook.com/paul.seaburn/
Listen to the What in the World podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-in-the-world-with-paul-seaburn-and-his/id1469583876?i=1000593723935
Join me as I chat with Authors, Joshua Cutchin and Allison Jornlin to discuss their new book, Fairy Films: Wee Folk on the Big Screen. A groundbreaking collection of essays, that masterfully knit the historical, folkloric and perhaps even factual influence that faeries have on the art of film.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/G0jvTyjzptU
We talk about Joshua's book series - Where the Footprints End: High Strangeness and the Bigfoot Phenomenon, and his theories on the supposed supernatural attributes often associated with Bigfoot reports, such as: telepathic communication, luminescent eyes, glowing orbs and the ability to pass through solid structures.
Later, Alison and Joshua discuss other areas of high strangeness and Alison recalls a harrowing personal experience with ongoing poltergeist activity.
You can find Joshua's books here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Joshua-Cutchin/e/B00YPH8ODY/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1 Follow
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Join me as I chat with Michel Raynal, a researcher and author of numerous articles and books on cryptozoological phenomena.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/Zbhpxiw4L6w
We discuss his cryptozoological origins, what makes an animal a cryptid, and his tireless endeavour to keep cryptozoology research within the boundaries of the scientific method!
Michel, believes that cryptozoology is not the science of giant unknown animals, as some people like to believe, and reminds us that not only should little unknown animals not be overlooked, but in fact, their existence is often much more likely than these other so called: 'Monsters of Cryptozoology!'
He weighs in on the mystery of how an unknown Hominid species could remain undiscovered in our modern age and whether anecdotal reports from around the globe represent several distinct species or regional variations.
Later, we discuss aquatic anomalies, such as Double Finned Cetaceans and his groundbreaking research on the Giant Octopus, in his book - Tentacules!
Michel also shares the methodology he developed for establishing the existence of plants and animals based upon the accumulation of testimonial evidence, what new forms of technology could be future game changers in the search for unknown animals and if cryptozoology has a future?
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Read his article on: ”Cetaceans with Two Dorsal Fins”
https://aquaticmammalsjournal.org/share/AquaticMammalsIssueArchives/1991/Aquatic_Mammals_17_1/17.1Raynal.pdf
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Join me as I chat with paranormal Researcher, Podcaster and Presenter - Gee-Redvers Chinn.
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Gee’s first introduction to the paranormal was due to a growing fascination with Ufology in his early 20’s and a personal encounter of the Fourth Kind that took place 8 years earlier in 1988.
This interest in Ufology opened the door to many other area’s of the Paranormal and Unexplained, such as: Ancient Archeology, Advanced Civilisation Theories, Metaphysics, Time Travel and Cryptids.
Not unexpectedly, Gee’s natural passion for research led to an interest in the Wildman phenomenon, Dogmen, Lake Monsters and Sea Serpents, all of which he effortlessly glides between on his podcast - The Vault
We discuss his thoughts and theories on paranormal and cryptozoological entities, UFOs and extra terrestrials, and his thoughts on his harrowing abduction experience.
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Join me as I chat with Matt Everett, the maker of 'Britain's Big Cat Mystery', and ‘Cat Hunters, to talk about his new award-winning feature-length documentary - ' Panthera Britannia.'
Matt relives his first encounter with a big cat while driving home in rural England, and how this life-changing event compelled him to seek answers about Mystery Big Cats in the UK.
We explore the facts and theories surrounding this story, sightings dating back to the Roman Empire and the reign of King Henry VIII, and the many eyewitnesses who have claimed to see one of these now endemic animals in the British Countryside.
Matt highlights lots of little-known evidence that proves that Big cats are living in the UK, such as the bodies of big cats which have been trapped or killed; lost archive footage demonstrating the widespread ownership of big cats in private collections across the United Kingdom during the height of the unregulated exotic pet trade of the 1960s and 1970s; a 'lost' audio recording from police records featuring a confession of a mysterious individual who claims to have released a big cat into the wilderness of southern England and most importantly of all - recent DNA evidence obtained from a fresh kill that proves that, leopards at least, are preying on UK livestock!
Later, he weighs in on the big question of 'what should be done?' with these large predators if they were to be found in large numbers, as well as his ideas about a possible acceptance of these beautiful animals as one of the naturalised fauna of the British Isles!
Watch Panthera Britannia here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0B6DW27PY/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r
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Join me as I chat with Spanish Wildman Investigator- Ignacio Gallo Campos.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/Aoom7zwFgWU
Ignacio is the Founder of the School of Natural Activities and has extensively studied mycology, flora, and fauna in England, Ireland, Spain, India, and South Africa, and worked as a Nature Guide and environmental interpreter.
His entire life perspective changed in 2020 during a solo hike to a remote Irish lake island that was only reachable by boat.
Upon disembarking from his vessel, Ignacio was surprised by an overwhelming sensation of fear, which was exacerbated when he discovered huge teepee-like structures that were roughly woven together and dotted around the island.
Surprised by the immense size of the structures and the seeming implausibility of their having been fashioned by human hands, he admits to succumbing to the 'uninvited' feeling that surrounded him and says that he hurriedly rowed away from the island, still at a loss to explain what he had just experienced.
This led Ignacio to start researching legends about the area and he then discovered similar stories associated with the Irish wildman.
Ignacio was taken aback to discover that Spain too (as well as much of continental Europe) had many historical wildman legends, such as the Basque Country's - Basa-Jaun and Catalonia's wildman - the Simiot, whose shadowy form later stalked him in the mountains, near the French border, close to Sant Laurent de la Cerdanya.
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Join me, as I chat with Mister Sam Shearon, a British dark artist, specialising in horror, science-fiction, and more importantly - Cryptids!
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Sam's list of commissions, reads like a who's who, of legendary comics, rock albums, and cryptozoological books and leaves one with an impression of a devotee, able to express the hidden beauty in the monstrous and the macabre.
We talk about his theories on the cryptozoological triangle (Cryptozoology-Art-Music) why so many adherents seem to have a foot in at least 2 of these camps, and what started his own journey into cryptozoology.
Sam shares how he got his big break into the genre, his struggles in gaining recognition, and importantly, shows that sometimes just having the audacity to ask for what you want can solicit a positive outcome.
He also shares his artistic tips and techniques for realistic cryptid commissions and what part of these creations are composed of eyewitness descriptions and creative license and gives good advice on what and when to charge, and how taking a long-term view is paramount when it comes to attracting repeat business.
Sam weighs in on the looming crisis threatening the arts with the dawning of A.I. Whether he thinks artists will commandeer this new technology or if this cheap and affordable spells the beginning of the end for creative art?
Later, Sam shares his view on the competing theories within the cryptozoology community about the taxonomic identity of these creatures and the philosophical beliefs surrounding them.
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BEASTS OF THE WORLD (VOL.1) Hairy Humanoids
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Join me as I chat with Portuguese Wildman Researcher and You Tuber, Rui Caratao, to discuss his investigations into sasquatch phenomena in South West Europe.
Rui, shares his strange experiences as a wildlife and forestry conservation officer travelling throughout Portugal and Spain, as well as the continuity between wildman signs and behaviour reported worldwide that he has also observed in his own region.
Later, we discuss his recent trip to the Basque Region of Spain, where a local folk legend named the Basa-Juan (forest man) has come to life in recent years, with several eyewitnesses reporting a large, bipedal, man-like creature that is covered in long, reddish/dark brown hair, that hangs down to its knees, and that is reputed to live in caves, deep in the woods of Navarre.
Rui, who describes himself as: "Just a normal guy trying to get some answers about wildman phenomena in Europe." Says that he believes that these now folkloric creatures of our yesterday do still inhabit our ancient forests, and that he has even heard howls and calls in these wild areas that he has not been able to identify and that he feels that the wildman represents a call from nature itself., saying: "The magic that forest people bring to our lives, gives back our ability to daydream, and believe again that the world its much more than the sick society based on fear and war that we are living in..."
If you would like to contact Rui to discuss his research or share your experiences, please email:
sasquatchsweurope@gmail.com
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Rory Nugent is a writer and an explorer. His work covers war and dying traditions/cultures as well as cryptozoology. His articles have appeared in newspapers and magazines around the world and his three books: Down at the Docks; Drums along the Congo; and, The Search for the Pink-Headed Duck; are internationally acclaimed and respected.
Originally a seaman, he was the youngest entrant in the 1976 observer single-handed trans-Atlantic race, and went on to make 4 solo ocean crossings; his fifth in 1980, ended in shipwreck and five days adrift at sea.
Seeking a somewhat quieter life Rory took to field research and set out to document some of nature's wonders while they still existed. He mounted a one-man expedition in search of India’s missing jewel, the pink-headed duck, and afterward, set off alone to find a living dinosaur (mokele-mbembe) that is said to inhabit the swampy forests of the Likouala Basin in the Congo; which is where we pick up the story...
We discover what initially attracted him to the legend of Mokele-Mbembe and how he prepared for a one-man expedition into uncharted territory... The contrast between his expectations of the region and what he experienced on location; the endemic low-level corruption and poor administration that hindered his expedition and whether this was simply an in-built feature of the local culture or a form of 'special treatment' reserved for outsiders!
Nugent describes his difficulty in finding first-hand witnesses of this intrepid beast, as well as the generalized knowledge of Mokele Mbembe tourism that exists within the general population, and the obvious dollar value such exploration represents to this largely rural population.
Later, we discuss the socialist government that was in place at the time of his visit in the 1980s, and his being assigned a guide by local officials (who suspected that he might have been an American spy or an oil contractor trying to identify new energy resources) to 'watch over him.'
Rory weighs in on the identity of Mokele-Mbembe and whether the dinosaurian interpretation of this legend is a hopeful attempt by Young Earth Creationists and other groups to find evidence that contradicts the scientific consensus regarding evolution.
He also sceptically reviews his rather startling sighting (including a photo he captured) of a periscope-like object cutting through the surface of Lake Tele.
Finally, we finish with the opening chapter of his book: Drums Along the Congo... which depicts him enduring a very descriptive and humiliating, preparatory 'cleansing ritual' performed by a local witch doctor, viewed by curious onlookers, in some obscure village!
You can find Rory's excellent books here:
Drums Along The Congo: On The Trail Of Mokele-Mbembe, the Last Living Dinosaur - https://amzn.eu/d/25SCe7B
The Search for the Pink-Headed Duck - https://amzn.eu/d/14FOxwZ
Or go to: https://www.rorynugent.com/
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BEASTS OF THE WORLD (VOL.1) Hairy Humanoids
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Join me as I chat with Brian Brown who has been active in the community of wood ape community, since he founded the Bigfoot Forums in 2002. He has created several podcasts - including The Bigfoot Show. Currently, he’s a member of the Wood Ape Research Group (WARG).
We talk about his big city origins and how he first began to consider the possibility that Bigfoot could be a real flesh and blood animal; the multi-denominational marketplace of competing theories in the bigfoot community, and whether there is something of a religious component to the myriad beliefs surrounding this creature, as well as his own theories on the taxonomic identity of the Wood Ape.
We also discuss his recent expedition in the notorious 'Area X' (an established and active Wood Ape territory in Oklahoma) that his group have been monitoring for several years and review some of the unnerving encounters that they have experienced with what appear to be large Hairy Hominids!
Later, Brian shares some of his bigfoot hunting tips and techniques, reveals what he believes to be the most plausible evidence for Bigfoot; and his aspirations for a future 'Big Reveal' that will help to classify these animals and protect their habitat!
You can find Brian on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/9six7/ and Twitter at https://twitter.com/9six7?s=20
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BEASTS OF THE WORLD (VOL.1) Hairy Humanoids
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09R6FMT4Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_YCXC693KWJR0EDTXXRMQ
Join me as I chat with Robert E. Bartholomew - American medical sociologist, journalist, Honorary Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychological Medicine at the University of Auckland (New Zealand), and author of my favourite lake monster book - The Untold Story of Champ: A Social History of America's Loch Ness Monster!
In addition to publishing more than 60 academic papers, he has written or co-written 16 popular science and skeptical non-fiction books. He writes for several newspapers and journals on sociological and fringe science topics, including Psychology Today, Skeptical Inquirer, and British magazines The Skeptic and Fortean Times.
Robert's expertise in fields such as - sociological phenomena, mass hysteria and mass psychogenic illness, combined with his objective disposition and interest in fringe phenomena; make him the perfect person to examine the denominational spectacle of communitarian cryptozoology with its myriad canons and creeds.
We discuss the family origins of his interest in Champ, as well as its folklore and history; and other similarly described lake monsters in the region.
Robert weighs in on my charge that the modern desperation for social content, leads some researchers to ‘exaggerate‘ their findings, and gives some candid advice to researchers about the trials and tribulations that can beset those who dedicate their lives to finding mystery animals.
Later, we talk about the problem cryptozoology has with the foundational theories of its forefathers being built upon as though they were fact; the protectionism many cryptozoologists exert around their research areas and evidence, and one of the most surprising chapters in his book, titled: Egos, Obsessions and the Quest for Fame: The Monster Hunters. Which aptly portrays the animosity and lack of cooperation that so often exists between many researchers.
The Untold Story of Champ... is just one of the awesome books that Robert has written - check them all out here!
https://rebartholomew.com/
(Note: there is a slight break in audio due to a storm that briefly passed over Robert's house. As it was not possible to edit this out, I hope that you will bear with this minor disruption)
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BEASTS OF THE WORLD (VOL.1) Hairy Humanoids
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Join me for episode 81, as I chat with Argentinian author, Austin Whittall.
We talk about his ancient English forebears and the cultural composition that has shaped this part of the country and its folklore. The origins of its most famous lake monster - Nahuelito, and other similarly described lake monsters in the region and whether the Mapuche people's myth of the Cuero could be an as yet undescribed species of giant freshwater ray?
We critique recent viral footage of the Culebron, (a monster that is believed to inhabit Branco Lake) its subsequent, sea-lion identification, and the importance of eliminating all logical monster-imposter candidates, when investigating the extraordinary claims pertaining to the existence of cryptid creatures.
Later, we discuss tales of large birds and even a pterosaur-like animal in this region, historical reports of a Patagonian Hippo, the Patagonian Wildmen and his theories about the true identity of the Camahueto (Patagonian Unicorn).
Austin's book: Monsters of Patagonia (Monstruos de la Patagonia) is a fascinating deep dives into the subject of cryptozoology and offers a view into the folklore, fauna, history and cultures that have defined this peculiarly pristine part of South America.
Buy the book here: Monsters of Patagonia (Monstruos de la Patagonia) - https://amzn.eu/d/dhZklm4
If you would like to contact Austin to discuss your encounters or local legends of Patagonia please email: austinwhittall@gmail.com
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BEASTS OF BRITAIN
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BEASTS OF THE WORLD (VOL.1) Hairy Humanoids
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09R6FMT4Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_YCXC693KWJR0EDTXXRMQ
In episode 80, I chat with Director - Alex Brecher to discuss his new documentary: - 'The Explorer'.
His documentary follows cryptozoologist Michel Ballot and his team on their journey into the heart of Africa to search for a mysterious sauropod-like creature, known as the Mokele-Mbembe.
Alex, describes the challenges involved in exploring this beautifully pristine and undeveloped part of the world, as well the dangers posed to life and limb, by insects, snakes, crocodiles, forest elephants and the heavily armed poachers who frequent the forest...
We talk about local knowledge of this strange beast, its dinosaurian appearance and whether it could even represent a species of outsized monitor lizard, as yet undiscovered!
Alex mysteriously alludes to new evidence being discovered by the team in the heart of the uncharted Nki area, on the aptly nicknamed: "Dinosaur Island", in the form of footprints and 'something else!'
I thoroughly enjoyed this documentary which really does deliver on every level and manages to invoke the spirit of exploration in the viewer!
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Join me as I chat with the awesome - Lauren Smith!Lauren, is the host of the Nitecallers Bigfoot Radio show and a lifelong Bigfoot researcher.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/XG1ewhOjlgQWe discuss her initiation into bigfooting as a child, after her mother became intrigued by the mystery, how she would attend so many conferences and expeditions that the bigfoot community became like family...and how she is now raising her own children in the same way, to pass on to them what she has learned.We also chat about her pro-tips for tracking a bigfoot, the do's & don'ts of expeditions; and her close call with a few gun-toting vandals during a solo night-camp in a bigfoot hotspot!As a bigfoot-lifer, Lauren has seen many theories, hoaxes, and researchers come and go, but believes that many of the new young bigfooters coming up, have a fresh new 'open-source' perspective on research that offers the best chance we have for a future with a discovered, classified and protected species of Bigfoot, in it!Find Lauren here: https://www.nitecallersproductions.com/Check out my other Beastly Endeavours, here: https://linktr.ee/beastsof
Join me as I catchup with Naturalist, Cryptozoologist and living lexicon of Australian Fauna & Flora - Gary Opit; as we investigate the tales of a living T-Rex in the Aussie Outback!
Listen to our interview here: Gary, expertly lays the foundation for the survival of these living fossils on the super continent of Gondwana which would have been unaffected by the mass extinction event in the northern hemisphere, that occurred when a meteor struck the Gulf of Mexico.
Going on to describe the nocturnal and predatory habits of this ferocious animal, he proposes that the lack of sightings surrounding it, could be likened to other ambush predators, who primarily hunt at night, go to great lengths to remain unseen by their prey and sleep for days at a time when digesting their protein rich prey!
Gary goes on to recount some harrowing encounters several witnesses have had with this imposing cryptid, including that of a couple being chased out of their campsite after disturbing one of the animals preying upon a cow and another witness, who describes observing one of the creatures, desperately clinging on to a tree and trumpeting like an elephant, before being swept away during a flood.
Is it possible that a surviving Therapod could remain undiscovered in 21st century Australia?
Sure it is! We must remember that this huge country has a landmass of 2.968 million mi², with a diminutive population of 26 million people, approximately 85% of whom live in its coastal cities, leaving plenty of room for a nocturnal predator to thrive!
Keeping these odds in mind, it is perhaps more curious that the creature is observed at all? Watch our interview here:
Find Gary Opit here: https://www.facebook.com/doolagarl/
Come to the Australian Cryptozoology Conference: https://www.stickytickets.com.au/quib8/australian_cryptozoology_conference_2023.aspx
Check out Rex & Heather Gilroy's book - https://www.mysteriousaustralia.com/Mysterious_Australia_Homepage.html
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Daniel Perez began outlining his first bigfoot letter, called the BigfooTimes in 1979 with an aim to inform readers about unknown hairy biped sightings in North America and other parts of the world. https://youtu.be/mCl_gMhehJE Later in 1997 after purchasing his first laptop computer, he started to publish another newsletter, this time called the Bigfoot Times; a monthly mailer sent to members all over the world. Although the Internet has put most of his early rivals out of print over the years, Daniel has ensured that the Bigfoot Times has been mailed out every month to its ever growing legion of fans, since January 1998. We discuss his initiation into Bigfoot after watching the Beast of Boggy Creek and his subsequent difficulty in finding books on the subject back in the 1970s; his safety tips and research techniques when out in the field; his thoughts on other hairy humanoid species around the world; the pros & cons of bigfoot fandom; and whether we are looking at a future in which bigfoot is discovered! Subscribe to the Bigfoot Times here: https://www.bigfoottimes.net/ Check out my other Beastly Endeavours: https://linktr.ee/beastsof
Join me as I chat with Paranormal Investigator, Filmmaker and Fortean Artist - Ben Walgate!
https://youtu.be/HqA5NNAiX3M
Ben's initiation into fringe phenomena started as a child, when he and his family experienced years long poltergeist activity in their home.
At age 11, he encountered a black eyed reptilian in a forest, whilst on a school trip; and says that he has been hooked on investigating strange sightings and encounters ever since.
As an avid wild camper, he has dedicated much of his time to staking out alleged hotspots where the elusive British Bigfoot is said to roam! Ben shares tips and techniques for tracking Bigfoot, how to become one with your surroundings, and also weighs in on the controversial subject of stick structures!
Ben is the creator and host of the 401 Files, a thought provoking YouTube show investigating: UFOs, Ghosts, Bigfoot and even the paranormal - https://youtube.com/@401files4
Find Ben's Fortean Art, here - https://etsy.me/3O0oTcA
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Join me as I catchup with filmmaker, cryptid chronicler and awesome expeditioneer - Aleksandar Petakov!
https://youtu.be/_WeUepzGowk
We chat about his travels across North America and the world on the trail of legendary cryptozoological creatures, like: Sasquatch, the Loch Ness Monster, the Lake Champlain Monster and Mystery Big Cats; as well as his interests in other Fortean phenomena and mysterious locales - like the Bridgewater Triangle.
We chat about his theories on the taxonomic identity of Bigfoot, his ongoing mission to chronicle sightings in his home state of New Hampshire and whether he believes that more than one species of Bigfoot could inhabit North America.
Aleks also gives us a sneak peak into his most recent work with the Small Town Monsters crew on their, "Bigfoot: Beyond the Trail” documentary series on YouTube" and tells of the beauty and peril that the team encountered in the awe inspiring environment of Alaska!
Find Aleks here: http://petakovmedia.com/
Watch - Alaskan Coastal Sasquatch (Part 1 & 2) https://youtu.be/kjLLHL7GouQ & https://youtu.be/pcbi9kFF2AM
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Join me as I catch up with Mike Potts, CEO of BeastWatch UK CIC which currently provides the only service for the search & rescue of exotic animals at large in the UK. Operating under the identity of National Exotics - a network of exotics keepers, specialists, wildlife rehabbers, sanctuaries & rescues - They unite to provide an on-call team ready to respond to animal related emergencies. We discuss the continuing popularity of exotic animal husbandry in the UK and the perils and pitfalls of various popular pets and why it is imperative to put practicality before passion, when selecting an exotic pet that is just right for you! Later, we discuss the phenomenon of out of place animals, like: raccoons, wallabies and Rhea birds; as well as the never ending struggle to stem the tide of invasive species! Mike also weighs in on the Big Cat controversy, and brings a common sense critique to some of the most commonly reported encounters in the UK. Contact Mike at:
www.BeastWatch.co.uk
Or, connect via:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/4418631667/?ref=share_group_link https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087795856913 (Volunteers with any level of skills & experience are always welcomed, in every area of the UK.)
Mike is also the owner/operator of Critters Interactive Animal Encounters https://www.facebook.com/crittersinteractive a travelling petting zoo, which seeks to introduce children and adults alike, to the wonders of the animal kingdom!
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Join me as I chat with Explorer, William Gibbons about his travels to remote corners of the world in search of strange and unknown creatures.
We discuss his trials and tribulations in the swamps of the Congo Basin, where he embarked upon several expeditions in search of a monstrous sauropod-like animal, known locally as the Mokele Mbembe; as well as his hunt for other dinosaur-like creatures, such as the Ngoubu (an unknown species of rhino or a ceratopsian dinosaur), Emele Ntouka (an elephant sized aquatic rhino), and the Mbielu, Mbielu, Mbielu (an alleged living relative of the Stegosaurus).
He also recounts the Congolese government designating the area surrounding Lake Tele as a national park in response to local chieftains demanding extortionate fees from explores and film crews and even kidnapping a Japanese TV crew for ransom!
Later, we talk about giant spiders, such as the: J'ba F'fofi; reports of living pterosaurs around the world; and his unexpected encounter with the Ogopogo.
William also recounts his time spent with some of the trail blazers of cryptozoology; such as: Dr. Roy P. Mackal, Bernard Heuvelmans and Arlene Gaal, along with many others... and lays out his plans for a new expedition in 2023.
Buy William Gibbons book: Mokele-Mbembe: Mystery Beast of the Congo Basin,
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Join me as I chat with good friend - Denver Michaels!
Denver is an author with a passion for cryptozoology, the paranormal, lost civilizations and ancient history, and all things unexplained. In 2016, the Virginia native released his first book, People Are Seeing Something, which makes a case for the existence of lake monsters in the United States and Canada; since then, he has gone on to author Giants: Men of Renown, Strange Tales From Virginia’s Mountains, and several other books covering cryptozoology and the paranormal including my personal favourite - Water Monsters South of the Border!
We talk about his journeys across the USA in search of fringe phenomena, such as ancient petroglyphs that appear to depict extinct species living alongside ancient man; giant earthen mounds that are purported to be the tombs of giants and pygmy peoples; and ask if a remnant of mammoths and mastodons could have survived until recent times?
Later, Denver relives his lake monster sightings and toys with the concept of preferential perception (preferential effect/looking) to explain his strange encounter!
Denver Michaels and his wife sold their home in the spring of 2020 and now travel the country full-time in an RV. To that end, buying Denver's books is a wonderful way to support his work:
Find Denver here: https://www.denvermichaels.net/my-books/
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Join me as I chat with Bigfoot researcher - Charlie Raymond, founder of the Kentucky Bigfoot Research Organization, who has tirelessly documented Bigfoot encounters in Kentucky, for over 3 decades!
Charlie has interviewed countless witnesses, conducted investigations and expeditions in the hopes of one day proving that a "flesh and blood" unidentified hominin, that is very closely related to humans, inhabits the wilds of Kentucky
We talk investigative techniques, such as using track traps and analogue cameras, as well as the possibility that Bigfoot may be able to see the infrared light of our trailcams!
Charlie believes that these creatures are masters of the forest, and that any attempt to sneak up on them is an exercise in futility. That is why he organises group expeditions and campouts in well known hotspots, to illicit the curiosity of these elusive creatures in a non-threatening way, and draw them near to camp!
One day, he hopes to establish laws in Kentucky to protect these magnificent creatures.
Find Kentucky Bigfoot Organisation, here: http://kentuckybigfoot.com/
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Join me as I chat with experiencer, alien and reptilian abduction researcher, and host of the Comic Switchboard podcast - James Bartley; as we investigate the plausibility of crossovers between cryptozoology and extraterrestrial phenomena!
Is Bigfoot really earthbound? Is Nessie inter-dimensional? Could timeslips explain encounters with living dinosaurs, and are Reptilians, just hyper-evolved lizards?
Is there a connection between cryptids, orbs, and UFO's? Or, does our personal philosophy predicate our perception of unique phenomena?
Find James at: https://www.thecosmicswitchboard.com/
Listen to the Cosmic Switchboard, here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JamesBartley
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Yes, cryptozoology can be very serious sometimes and occasionally even a little strange... but can it be funny?
I am happy to report that the answer to this is a resounding..."hell yeh!" and that a major source of this amusing mimicry resides in the Creepy Acres Team, who self-identify as: 'A mix of cryptid puppets telling fart jokes and swearing and posts on historical Cryptid sightings.'
At the helm of this fantasy fun time experience is Shawn Engelmann - Artist, Researcher and Puppeteer!
Join us as we discuss his indoctrination into the world of cryptozoology and the paranormal; his motivation in making light of the mysterious; and why he believes the cult of bigfoot and the paranormal actually add interest to the genre, bringing fresh devotees, who would otherwise never consider the possibility that undiscovered creatures may exist!
When his puppets are not ambushing unexpecting Squatchers at Bigfootcon's around the USA, he also provides an 'On this Day...' style, cryptid calendar poster - featuring original art of famous Creature encounters from around the world!
Checkout Creepy Acres - here: https://creepyacres.com/characters/
Contact: shawn@creepyacres.com
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Join me as I catch up with Loch ness Exploration founder - Alan McKenna - to discuss his growing group of Loch Ness 'exploratoirees' and their mission to reignite public passion for proving Nessie, via coordinated observation and technological investigation!
https://beastlytheories.podbean.com/e/beastly-theories-ep69-7-rivers-with-alan-mckenna/
We discuss the credibility of the theories surrounding a transient Nessie presence, fuelled by occasional visitors from the sea, to the possibility that the beast represents a small, long lived population of resident reptiles, that have inhabited the loch since the time before time!
We also critique the 7 rivers of Loch ness and the river mouth, or Inver Village theory, (Inver, meaning river mouth in Scots Gaelic) which proposes that since the majority of all Nessie sightings (that are not mid loch sightings) are observed around these river mouths, that these are likely hotspots where we are likely to capture evidence of our predatory cryptid in action!
Contact: Lochnessexploration@outlook.com
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Join me as I talk about the movers and shakers in the bigfoot genre with Tim Halloran!
Tim is the author of the upcoming book, The Bigfoot Influencers. The book highlights researchers, scientists, and influencers who are currently performing impactful work on the study related to the subject of Bigfoot. With the influencers, Tim dives into their theories, experiences, and research, giving readers a glimpse into their historical impact on the subject and their current projects.
Tim’s inspiration to write the book began with a personal quest to better understand who is actively studying the Bigfoot Phenomenon and what motivates them to do so. He soon realized the enormous and strategic efforts being put forth by individuals and groups across North America. With this in mind, the book brings all of these individuals together for the readers. Whether you are an enthusiast or a researcher, The Bigfoot Influencers shares fascinating experiences and facts about the influencers in North America and the impact they are having.
The Bigfoot Influencers is the first of a series. Future books will take a more focused approach on the Influencers in specific regions of North America.
Tim and his wife Dana, also host the awesome Bigfoot Influencers podcast on Untold Radio Network!
Buy the book: https://hangar1publishing.com/collections/book-catalog/products/the-bigfoot-influencers
Listen to Bigfoot Influencers Podcast: https://untoldradioam.com/blogs/shows/eyewitnesses-and-history-with-thomas-steenburg-the-bigfoot-influencers-11
Contact Tim: https://www.facebook.com/thebigfootinfluencers
Join me as I catch up with Nash Hoover; cryptid researcher, explorer, filmmaker and co-presenter of Chasing Legends.
Nash and his team are on a quest to uncover the truth behind the many mysterious creatures that are encountered by everyday folk around the globe.
From Cajun Werewolves to little-known Lake Monsters, nothing escapes the Chasing Legends Crew!
https://www.chasinglegendscrew.com/ For my: Books; Merch; Podcasts; Conferences & Expeditions, check out - https://linktr.ee/beastsof
Join me as I chat with Yowie witness, Cryptozoology enthusiast and conservationist - Jack Tessier.
I really enjoyed hearing his theories about the identity of Ozzie Water Monsters, like the Hawkesbury River Monster and the Bunyip; Hairy Humanoids, like the Yowie, Quinkin and Junjadee; and asking that million dollar question - could there be a mainland Thylacine?
Jack is also the organizer of the Australian Cryptozoology Conference, Australia's only annual Cryptozoology event (returning in 2023) and one which I am very proud to be speaking at next year!
Visit info@australiancryptozoologyconference.com for more information.
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Kenney W. Irish aka, "The Cryptopunkologist," is an author, hardcore/punk musician, and sales/marketing professional. Originally from the northern parts of Vermont, he has recently relocated to the beautiful Adirondacks area of upstate New York. He has a lifelong love of folklore, legends, monsters, and U.F.O stories. He has regularly attended and spoke at writers' groups, conferences, festivals, and various other platforms across the country.
He has a passion for writing young readers chapter books. The most recent released via HANGER 1 PUBLISHING, owned by the creator, and producer of the hit TV show, MONSTER QUEST.
In late 2020, he signed with BEYOND THE FRAY PUBLISHING, and in March of 2021 released, AMERICAN CRYPTIDS In Pursuit of the Elusive Creatures. This publication became a Three-time #1 bestseller on Amazon, and has outperformed all other material in its genre. His new book, INTERNATIONAL CRYPTIDS & LEGENDS, the follow up to American Cryptids is now available from Beyond the Fray Publishing.
He's also an explorer for the New York Bigfoot Society. The Cryptopunk has appeared on numerous radio shows, and podcasts such as, COAST TO COAST AM, resulting in all 3 appearances becoming a "Best of" episode. MIDNIGHT FM, UNTOLD RADIO AM, THE JIM HAROLD SHOW, and THE LEAK PROJECT NETWORK, to name a few.
He has filmed in several documentaries scheduled to broadcast in the near future. He recently filmed, and appears in the national TV show, HAUNTED HOSPITALS for The Travel Channel, and Discovery Plus.
https://kwirish.com/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kenney-W-Irish/e/B08Y3YVRDW/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1
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Join me as I discuss the water bound beasties of the Great Lakes with Shetan Noir; a cryptozoology researcher who has spent 25 years researching the Paranormal and Cryptozoology.
Shetan reveals the fascinating diversity of Lake Monster reports in these enormous inland seas, such as: Mega Turtles, Giant fish, Prehistoric Survivors, and a whole host of monster impostors; that could con and cajole even the most sceptical of researchers into believing they had witnessed something out of the ordinary!
Shetan Noir is currently the lead investigator for the Michigan chapter of the North American Dogman Project, and also runs the paranormal investigation team of Michigan centre for unexplained events and phenomenon. She also writes articles for several paranormal and cryptozoology based magazines including being head writer for Squatch GQ magazine and a contributor to Supernatural magazine.
You can find her books here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shetan-Noir/e/B00BBO6VJI/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1
For all enquiries contact: shetannoir@yahoo.com
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Join me as I chat with explorer, cryptid hunter and co-author of the seminal Yowie: In Search of Australia's Bigfoot - Tony Healy.
Tony became intrigued by the bigfoot/sasquatch phenomenon while working in Canada in 1969, before becoming heavily involved became involved in Yowie research in the mid-1970s.
As well as collaborating on many projects with research partner - Paul Cropper, such as the book: Out of the Shadows: Mystery Animals of Australia; Tony has spent the last 40 years chasing lake monsters, hairy giants, out-of-place big cats, and other semi-legendary animals in Fiji, North America, the Bahamas, Iceland, Ireland, Great Britain, Nepal, Malaysia, and in every state and territory of Australia!
We discuss the differing hairy man reports throughout Australia, and theories surrounding speciation, the correlation between poltergeist activity and Yowie habituation and even ask the question - could these mysterious animals be simultaneously paranormal and flesh & blood?
To report a sighting, please email: tonyhealy05@gmail.com
Buy Tony Healy & Paul Cropper's book's here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004OYTUNG/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_JHB4071PA43J8KGFJMWZ
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Join me as chat with Linden Adams, professional Photographer and witness of 'Bownessie', a purported monster believed to inhabit Lake Windermere, in the North of England.
On the morning of Monday 5 February 2007, Linden and his wife observed ( and photographed) a strange creature, for approximately 15 minutes, from Gummers How in the south basin of Lake Windermere .
Seeking answers to his strange experience, Linden submitted his photographs to a forensic photographer and a professional freshwater fish ecologist from the Centre for Ecology & Hydrology, who said:
"...the source of the observed disturbance of the water surface is a moving object, with several of the photographs showing both a part of the object itself (with the remainder being underwater) and a generated wake or other disturbance on the water surface... the minimum length of the visible part of the object is approximately 12 feet... this size estimate means that I cannot explain the photographs by reference to any fish or other vertebrate species previously demonstrated to inhabit Windermere."
Affected by his experience and the confirmation that he did indeed witness something that day that could not be readily identified he went on to investigate the history of the beast ,as well as set up a website, www.bownessie.com (now defunct) to enable people to record details of their own sightings.
You can contact Linden to examine his Bownessie photos or to discuss your Bownessie sighting at: https://www.facebook.com/linden.adams.10
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Join me as I chat with Bigfoot witness, Tracker, Producer and Presenter - Matt Pruitt.
Matt has spent over 20 years searching for Sasquatch after he and a friend were chased out of the woods, whilst camping back in 1999.
Since then his obsession has made him an indispensable part of the worldwide hunt for Bigfoot, where he has organised expeditions for the BFRO and served as an Investigator, Field Teams Manager/Board of Directors member for the North American Wood Ape Conservancy. He is also the co-host of the awesome podcast: Apes Among Us
In our chat, Matt shines a light on why Bigfoot research is ignored by mainstream science, reminds research hopefuls to be prepared to have their evidence scrutinised and laments some of the confirmation bias employed by believers and sceptics alike!
Matt's intensive field work over the last 2 decades, especially in the Notorious, Area X - has led him to a greater understanding of the Bigfoot phenomenon.
Could Bigfoot be a true flesh and blood phenomenon? If yes, Matt and his team are sure to find out!
Find Matt at:
https://mattpruittonline.com/matt-pruitt-field-research-media-cv
https://www.woodape.org/
https://www.woodape.org/index.php/apes-among-us-podcast/
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Join me in my chat with founder of Loch Ness Exploration - Alan McKenna , as we discuss what inspired him to setup a new community of Loch Ness watchers to observe & record phenomena around the lake.
We reminisce about the golden age of Lake Monster research, classic sightings and theories, and speculate about the most likely locales to catch this monster in the middle of a meal!
Alan has something of the old fire for finding Nessie, and his Facebook community, a cryptozoological co-op, if you will; represents the best way we currently have to find her!
If you'd like to join the team, or offer support - please email: Lochnessexploration@outlook.com
Or, join the group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/470765477828717/?ref=share
Watch it here: https://youtu.be/izwiplMEkA4
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This was a great chat that I had with Bigfoot investigator, Lake Champlain and Lake Monster lore aficionado and professional diver - Jeremy Samborn. Although conducted earlier in the year, it was never published due to my heavy writing schedule and the proceeding loss of our mutual friend, Scott Mardis. I hope you enjoy listening to Jeremy's unique view on cryptozoology and his awesome investigation and diving techniques.
Join his group -Mysterious Cryptids of the Land and Depths, at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/480035349643537/
Beastly Theories is a subsidiary of the 'Beasts of.... ' series of books, television and cryptozoological investigations. To get my latest book, click here: https://geni.us/BeastsofBritain For bookings please contact: andyronmcgrath@gmail.com
Charles Kader is a U.S. Army Infantry veteran, academic librarian and researcher of the First Nation Turtle Clan, Kanienkehaka (“People of the Land of the Flint”) and a seasoned Fortean investigator specializing in lake creatures and Native North American mythology/folklore. Join us as we discuss cryptozoological controversies and common misperceptions about First Nations folklore. Mohawk Catholicism and the burgeoning economic market of retail cannabis on tribal lands!
Beastly Theories is a subsidiary of the 'Beasts of.... ' series of books, television and cryptozoological investigations. To get my latest book, click here: https://geni.us/BeastsofBritain For bookings please contact: andyronmcgrath@gmail.com
Join me as I catch up with likeable lycanthropy researcher - Colin Keelty.
Colin's initiation into cryptozoology and the paranormal happened in the 90s, after being stalked, by what he describes as an emaciated 7ft. tall bipedal wolf, while walking along a country lane at night.
Colin decided to go public with his experience about 10 years ago and has since dedicated his life to revealing the identity of these mysterious creatures that pepper the pages of the paranormal history of the British Isles.
Colin's research covers everything from cryptids to ufology to the paranormal.
To report a sighting - email: THEDARK66@gmx.co.uk
Join me for episode 56, as I chat to Irish Aquatic Monsters, founders, Gary Cunningham and Rob Cornes.
We delve into a history of Ireland's mystery water beasts, divide folklore from fantasy and run through a likely list of monster impostors, to explain the prevalence of lake monster lore throughout the emerald isle!
Watch Here: https://youtu.be/8JCzmvUgzTU
Buy their excellent books here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/1080943420/ref=dbs_a_w_dp_1080943420
Or, follow them on Facebook: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/1080943420/ref=dbs_a_w_dp_1080943420
Join me as I chat with Andy Rawlins, a retired rural policeman.
Andy shares his strange encounter with a UFO, that left him and a colleague terrified one night whilst driving the country road between the villages of Sturton By Stow and Marton, in the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England.
Andy also recalls his own sighting of one of Britain's elusive Big Cats and his struggle to engage his superiors, at that time, in the need to make the public aware that large predators could be roaming the British countryside.
As a former policeman, and an artist and photographer, Andy skills in observation and detail make him a compelling witness of these strange phenomena.
Enjoy!
Join me as I chat with Sasquatch Island's - Tom Sewid. A Kwakwaka'wakw Indian. Tom talks about his life before Bigfoot, his experiences in one of Canada's infamous 'schools' for first nations children, his decision to embrace his roots and live in the wilderness of Vancouver Island and his experiences with the Dzoonakwa (the Kwaiutl name for Sasquatch) and Bukwus; a small bipedal hair covered creature.
Tom's knowledge of Sasquatch behaviour and the seamless way in which he connects the dots between tribal folklore and modern day reports of these creatures, paints a picture, clear for all to see, of a creature that has been ethno-known from time immemorial.
Enjoy!
Find Tom, here:
https://sasquatchisland.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/753712284709607/
Join me as I catch up with Gary Opit; Australia's awesome expert on the unknown animals that may inhabit the endless pristine wilderness of this enigmatic island!
https://youtu.be/9h_sbLT5BCg Gary details the history of Nimbinjee sightings, folklore and photographic evidence of tracks, handprints and stick structures in New South Wales, and recalls a very detailed night time encounter his daughter and her boyfriend had with the creature, on his own property! Enjoy! You can find Gary, here: http://garyopit.com/
Join me as I chat with Doug Hajicek, wildlife, cryptozoology and paranormal researcher, and creator/producer of some of cryptozoology's most loved and influential programming.
We discuss his entry into television, his innovations in hidden camera photography, his passion for science based cryptid research and his own strange encounters with Sasquatch and flying humanoids.
Later, we recapture the glory of Monster Quest and discuss the need for its much vaunted offspring to seamlessly meld cryptozoological research and entertainment as one, again.
You can find Doug here:
http://www.whitewolfentertainment.com/
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2289847/
https://www.facebook.com/doug.hajicek.1
Join me as I chat with Lake Monster Magi' - Scott Mardis and Karac St. Laurent...
We discuss Karac's new documentary - Release the Bodette Film, Scott's new expeditions searching for Florida Monsters - Pinky, St. Johns River Monster, and the Sanibel Island Monster footage; as well as his upcoming documentary on the Altamaha ha Monster...
Moving on to the stranger side of monster lore, we discuss the alleged predation of the Pensacola Sea Serpent and the attempted predation on a boy by tusked and maned sea monster, in Orphir on Orkney Island...
Finally, we cover that eternally inflammatory flame of conflagration - the Zuiyo Maru Carcass and discuss some of the red flags and overlooked key facts that still make it one of the most hotly disputed lake monster cases in cryptozoological history...
You can find Karac's new documentary here: https://youtu.be/cba4e7FOs-g
or check out Crash Course Cryptozoology , here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2527888140806209
You can find Scott's book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Night-Living-Plesiosaurs-Scott-Mardis-ebook/dp/B07NTVDM44
or Check out, The Zombies Plesiosaur Society, here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1474466226107588
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains. Beastly Theories is an umbrella dweller under the Beasts of Britain canopy!
Beasts of Britain - book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1070832944/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_awdb_imm_t1_niPrFbE0FKVDA
Teaser Trailer 1: https://youtu.be/O5MJTRd9uJU
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Join me as I chat with Beast Watch UK's - Mike Potts. We discuss the important work BWUK play in rescuing and rehousing exotic escapees/releases, with their team of nationwide volunteers that specialise in exotic animal welfare and management. The perils and pitfalls of owning popular exotic pets. The DWA, 1976, The Invasive Species Act, DEFRA and the environmental conditions that need to be present for an invasive animal species to become established in a country like Britain. Mike also gives some great tips on animal tracking, trap setting and a few words of advice to counter some of the obvious confirmation bias that exists within the cryptozoological community. "BWUK (BeastWatch UK) is a National voluntary organisation whose members are concerned with the investigation into sightings of non-native animals in the UK. We can also provide support to owners of missing exotic pets & assist in their recapture as well as dealing with animals which appear abandoned. We will also deal with wildlife emergencies."
If you wish to volunteer for Beast Watch UK, please join here: https://beastwatch.co.uk/become-a-volunteer/?fbclid=IwAR2zDEsZePqFOao62ncTi6l-N7jWV22fFUDwu1pHogo6SLesZfWOR042tDM
Join me as I chat with lifelong Nessie Hunter - Steve Feltham.
In 1991, inspired by his lifelong love of Loch Ness its infamous 'Monster', Steve sold his home, quit his job and decided to make discovering Nessie his life's mission!
We discuss his own unusual sighting in 1992, Prof Neil Gemmel's eDNA project, and the recent unexplained sonar contacts of a large object suspended 80 feet or more above the bottom of the loch!
Steve also gives his appraisal of the myriad theories and 'beliefs' that have surrounded the possible genus of this mysterious beast, since its propulsion to fame in 1933; and puts to bed the possibility of such a large creature making its way to and from the sea' without being seen, by hundreds of credulous snap happy witnesses along the way!
To find out more about Steve's mission and to support his work, please go to: https://www.nessiehunter.co.uk/
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
Beastly Theories is an umbrella dweller under the Beasts of Britain canopy!
Beasts of Britain, book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1070832944/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_awdb_imm_t1_niPrFbE0FKVDA
Teaser Trailer 1: https://youtu.be/O5MJTRd9uJU
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Join me as I chat to Bigfoot researcher, Alyssa Hensley. Alyssa is a hunter and outdoorsman and puts her lived experience of the wilds of North America and the animals which inhabit it, into practical use, in her search for Bigfoot.
Utilizing her intricate knowledge of animal sign and the natural features of the forest, she is expertly placed to assess those anomalies that often perplex those of us unused to the typical formation of the thicket.
Alyssa is currently writing a book based closely on the 6 principles of scientific thinking, which focuses on evidence based Bigfoot research!
If you would like to report a sighting, you can contact Alyssa, here: alyssa.hen2000@gmail.com
Join me as I chat with Bigfoot eyewitness, Olympic Project field researcher and Monster X Radio host - Shane Corson.
We discuss his unnerving encounter with a bigfoot in 2011.
The importance of field preparedness in investigating a suspected habitat and having the appropriate equipment to record and collect biological data.
The discovery in an area in Western Washington of unique structures that bear a striking resemblance to gorilla nests; and the normalization of bigfoot research in the life science community, via the outreach of, 'The Olympic Project'.
The Olympic Project: https://www.olympicproject.com/staff-item/shane-corson/
Monster X Radio: https://www.blogtalkradio.com/monsterxradio
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shano_corson/
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains. Beastly Theories is an umbrella dweller under the Beasts of Britain canopy!
Beasts of Britain, book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1070832944/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_awdb_imm_t1_niPrFbE0FKVDA
Teaser Trailer 1: https://youtu.be/O5MJTRd9uJU
Teaser Trailer 2: https://youtu.be/NFnqr8CLK4Y
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Join me as I chat with fantasy artist Claudio Bergamin!
We discuss his Venetian roots and Chilean upbringing and his controversial decision to become an ex-Londoner.
He recounts his artistic beginnings in Rock N' Roll. How music and art converged to make him the artist that he is today and how his passion for cryptozoology and album art brought him into close friendships with the very people he had chosen to emulate!
Find Claudio, here: http://www.claudiobergamin.com/
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
Beastly Theories is an umbrella dweller under the Beasts of Britain canopy!
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Join me as I chat with writer, director, founder and host of Cryptid Campfire - Eli Watson.
Based in Los Angeles, California, Cryptid Campfire broadcasts current theorems and philosophies about cryptids by the light of a virtual campfire.
Having recognized a lack of cohesive information about cryptids throughout scattered online, with many of the most absurd theories getting the majority of the attention, the group mission is to collate well researched information in one centralized location, by linking you to other good sources written by top cryptozoologists around the world.
Find Cryptid Campfire, here: https://www.cryptidcampfire.com/
Support them here: https://www.cryptidcampfire.com/store
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
Beastly Theories is an umbrella dweller under the Beasts of Britain canopy!
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Join me and Karac St. Laurent; as we discuss the pitfalls and perils of prospecting for, as yet, undetected animals!
We consider the scientific spider web of concomitant disciplines attached to this genre and how one needs to pitch his tent in each camp in order to gain a holistic understanding of the possible causes of cryptozoological phenomena.
His research organisation - Crash Course Cryptozoology - offers a balanced and concise overview of the myriad philosophies and urban superstitions that have become encased within this fledgling discipline, and seeks to scientifically examine and publish their evidences in plain language to educate and entertain a somewhat wider audience.
Find Karac on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2527888140806209
Youtube: https://youtu.be/u6It4Qd-Nvo
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
Beastly Theories is an umbrella dweller under the Beasts of Britain canopy!
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Join me as I debrief Paranormal Researcher, Cryptozoologist, Ufologist and ghost hunter, Bryan M Bowden. When he's not having terrifying encounters with Black dogs and Bigfoot, he's calling down UFOs amid crowded conferences in cornfields...
Host of 'Inside the Goblin Universe' podcast, Corridor 13 keynote speaker and television host; Bryan is one of the most interesting people I know.
I'm sure his tales will keep you transfixed and tap into that temporal trance-like lobe, that you hoped to trepan into non transmission, all those years ago!
You can find Bryan here:
www.InsideTheGoblinUniverse.Podbean.com
https://m.imdb.com/title/tt11991002/
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Join me as I chat with my good friend and fellow researcher Daniela Agliolo. Daniela is co-host of the Bigfoot Odyssey podcast, which interviews and investigates the claims of researchers and witnesses of our hairy hominid friends. She is also the host of Hidden Existence; a theoretical speak-easy, creating a safe-space to discuss the unknown and rarely traversed terrain of fringe phenomena...
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Join me for an enlightening view inside the mind of, THE MEG - Steve Alten.
We dig in deep on Steve origins, his obsession with Sharks... How his adoption of the Loch Ness Eel, theory and The Existence of Thermal vents in the Mariana Trench, preceded science by several years... his journey from unemployed father with $50 in the bank to being a successful author, the years in development hell with 'The Meg', movie and also his latest interactive adventure - SEA MONSTER COVE!
Find Steve, here: https://www.stevealten.com/
Don't miss the new all interactive adventure - SEA MONSTER COVE - opening on 26th August, 2020: https://seamonstercove.com/
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
Beastly Theories is an umbrella dweller under the Beasts of Britain canopy!
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(The latter part of this interview has a visual component to it - if you would like to watch the interview, please go to: https://youtu.be/eiuAGvbJwwc)
Lon Strickler is a Fortean researcher, author and publisher of the syndicated 'Phantoms and Monsters' blog. He began the blog in 2005, which has steadily grown in popularity and is read daily by tens of thousands of paranormal enthusiasts, investigators and those seeking the truth. His research and reports have been featured on hundreds of online media sources. Several of these published reports have been presented on various television segments, including The History Channel's 'Ancient Aliens,' Syfy's 'Paranormal Witness', 'Fact or Faked: Paranormal Files,' and Destination America's 'Monsters and Mysteries in America.'
He has been interviewed on several radio broadcasts, including multiple guest appearances on 'Coast to Coast AM.' He was also featured on Destination America's 'Monsters and Mysteries in America' television show for 'The Sykesville Monster' episode. Lon has written 8 books and is currently the host of Arcane Radio on the Paranormal King Radio Network.
Lon is an active Fortean Researcher, Writer at Phantoms & Monsters blog - Host at Arcane Radio and the Author of the following books:
Winged Cryptids: Humanoids, Monsters & Anomalous Creatures Casebook Alien Disclosure: Experiencers Expose Reality Mothman Dynasty: Chicago's Winged Humanoids
Join me as I catch up with Scott Mardis on location at lake Champlain to discuss his recent expedition, his involvement with 'Release the Bodette Film' documentary, the history of the Lake Champlain monster, the Sandra Mansi Photo; and his very own Champ sighting in 1994, which has solidified his seasonal sojourn at the lake for life!
Scott is a literal lexicon of Lake Monster research and I love it when I get to pick his brains about some of the possible water bound beasties that may inhabit our rivers, lakes and seas....
To support Scott's field research go to: https://gf.me/u/ynqqs2
Buy his book, 'Night of the Living Dead Plesiosaurs', here:
Or, find him on The Zombie Plesiosaur Society
Join me as I journey through the rabbit hole with Jay Bachochin, a multi-talented researcher and filmmaker, investigating all things strange and unusual - from Bigfoot to Dogman, UFO's and Ghosts...
in recent years he has focused on investigating The Beast of Bray Road and The Wisconsin Bigfoot, which has culminated in his awesome documentary - FINDING JAY (5 YEARS IN THE KETTLE MORAINE) a seminal work that the whole family can enjoy!
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oin me as I chew the fat and chat with, Britain's Mystery Big Cats, documentary makers - Matt Everett and Tim Whittard
Since the introduction of the 'Dangerous Wild Animals Act, 1976', witnesses have been reporting strange and unexpected encounters with large predatory cats,throughout the length and breadth of the British Isles... thankfully, my guests, have dedicated the last few years of their lives to solving this mystery and their new documentary - coming soon! - promises to shine a light on this enthralling dilemma!
For those who want to know more, the documentary “Britain’s Big Cat Mystery” by ‘Dragonfly Films Video Production’ is scheduled to be released in the summer of 2020…
Watch the trailer at: https://vimeo.com/315009848 Find them at: https://www.britainsbigcatmystery.com/
Join me as I chat with Roland Watson, Author of, 'Water Horses of Loch Ness', 'When Monsters Come Ashore', 'Photographs of the Loch Ness Monster' and 'Dragons West of Loch Ness'.
His blog, lochnessmystery, which has been running for the last decade; is one of the most in depth and well researched on the subject of this elusive denizen of this remote highland lake.
Its tag line, 'Reclaiming the Loch Ness Monster from the current tide of debunking and skepticism', which is more like a mission statement; is both earnest and at this stage, 10 years in to the fight, more than achieved...
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession.
Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains. Beastly Theories is an umbrella dweller under the Beasts of Britain canopy!
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Join me as I delve into some deep dark chat with the founder of, The Singular Fortean Society, Tobias Wayland. We unveil his new book, The Mothman of Lake Michigan, mourn the delay of his upcoming project with The Small Town Monsters, team. And, I over-compliment his particularly welcoming and inclusive approach to all things Fortean,, strangely likening his open-house philosophy to those lovable, yet clearly dissimilar Quakers!
The Singular Fortean Society
The Mothman of Lake Michigan
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession.
Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains. Beastly Theories is an umbrella dweller under the Beasts of Britain canopy!
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Join me as I chat with Small Town Monsters', Writer/Producer, Monsterland Ohio founder - Monsteropolis Co Host - Author of “Making Monsters” - and serving Pastor in a Lutheran Church - Mark Matzke!
Mark's joy in the hunt for the unknown, movie making and proselytizing, make for an original and unmissable conversation!
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BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Join me as I discuss all things Bigfoot with Bill Lancaster! Bill and Amy Lancaster are a husband and wife film making team that make Bilco Productions.
They are two ordinary people living with their dog in Southwest Virginia who decided to spice up their lives by making documentary style films about the Bigfoot community. Both Bill and Amy enjoy learning about all subjects encompassing the strange and unexplained phenomenon in this world. To date, their films together include Cultured Bigfoot and Paranormal Bigfoot.
All their films are available on Amazon for rent and download or purchase DVD's online. Links below.
Native Bigfoot Paranormal Bigfoot Cultured Bigfoot
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession.
Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains. Beastly Theories is an umbrella dweller under the Beasts of Britain canopy!
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Join me as I catch up with Scottish Bigfoot witness and researcher - Charmaine Fraser. Charmaine's childhood experience with a strange creature, is both descriptive and compelling and adds even more weight to the large body of British Bigfoot sightings throughout the UK.
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BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
Beastly Theories is an umbrella dweller under the Beasts of Britain canopy!
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Join me as i chat with the awesome Barbara Eils, one of the founders of 'Project Go & See'.
this innovative, open and community minded idea was created by a group of researchers and witnesses who wanted to create an 'army' of Bigfoot evidence collectors through their catchy coverall hashtag - #projectgoandsee.
The group, through its strict submission guidelines, acts as a 'safe-space' for devotees and Bigfoot believers to submit their 'evidence' of this hairy hominid, via film and photos, for respectful examination by the go & see community.
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BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour, to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
Beastly Theories is an umbrella dweller under the Beasts of Britain canopy!
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I've wanted to talk with this awesome researcher and all around, general good guy, 'Matt Squatch' for some time now and although this is more of a chat between colleagues than an interview, I will be putting together a quaint type of 'cryptids over kwafee' or 'cryptids and a cup o tea' show soon! Featuring chinwags and chats with lots of awesome researchers and witnesses and I would love to have some feedback on whether you'd all like to see something like that - in the near future? Please subscribe to MattSquatchPresents here:
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BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour, to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Join me as I catch up with my good friend Jeff Cryptohulk Stewart, as we break some beastly bread together and discuss his awesome lone star state...his life changing Bigfoot encounters....his love of wildlife and his hidden handicraft talents...
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour, to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Join me as I chew the cud with Bigfoot Okanagan's - Leon Thompson. He's a Bigfoot researcher, death dodger, find yourself therapist, mind mapper, hopeful sceptic and the owner of one of the most remarkable Sasquatch sightings I've ever heard! Enjoy! :)
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BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour, to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Scott Mardis is an eclectic lake monster lover! A sceptic and believer rolled into one! Grounded in the scientific method and yet bold enough to believe that plesiosaurs may have somehow managed to survive up into our current epoch - he is a formidable figure in cryptozoology, somehow walking the fine line of friendship between the many warring ideologies and egos that abound in this genre. He is knowledgeable and well read in lake monster lore, as well as being a witness of the lake Champlain monster; and one of its longest serving researchers! The star of many classic lake monster documentaries and the founder of the 'Zombie Plesiosaur Society', he is also the author of 'Night of the Living Dead Plesiosaurs' - available here: **
https://www.amazon.com/Night-Living-Plesiosaurs-Scott-Mardis-ebook/dp/B07NTVDM44
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour, to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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BEASTLY THEORIES (EPISODE 29) Something Strange is Afoot with Paul Bartholomew; Cryptozoology and Paranormal Researcher! Join us as we discuss, The Beast of Whitehall, The Lake Champlain Monster, Dogman, UFO's, Crop Circles and The oddities of cryptid, paranormal and UFO convergence within a single geographical zone!
Paul Bartholomew is the author of: 'BIGFOOT ENCOUNTERS IN NEW YORK & NEW ENGLAND DOCUMENTED EVIDENCE STRANGER THAN FICTION BY BARTHOLOMEW, PAUL B.' https://www.amazon.co.uk/ENCOUNTERS-DOCUMENTED-EVIDENCE-BARTHOLOMEW-PAPERBACK/dp/B00973XN3C/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&qid=1591653894&refinements=p_27%3APaul+B.+Bartholomew&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Paul+B.+Bartholomew
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour, to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Author, investigator and artist Linda Godfrey is the author of 18 books on strange creatures, phenomena and people. She’s a frequent guest on national TV and radio shows, including Monsterquest (Seasons 1 and 4), Fox News Red Eye, Lost Tapes, Monsters and Mysteries, Sean Hannity’s America, Inside Edition, Coast to Coast AM, Wis. Public Radio, the Jenny McCarthy Show and many more. She lives in the Kettle Moraine area of SE Wisconsin with her husband and monster dog, Grendel.
Her latest book - I Know What I Saw - is a treasure trove of the strange and unusual and a must have, for fans of both cryptozoology and the paranormal!
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You can find Linda at https://lindagodfrey.com/
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Nash has been researching stories of strange creatures and other strange phenomena from all over the globe. With a knack for adventure and a passion to seek the unknown, he isn't afraid to push the limits of himself and his team to find the truth. From the coldest tundra to the hottest desert, Nash will travel far and wide to get to the bottom of any case thrown at him.
One of the hosts of Chasing Legends, he researches and investigates the worlds cryptid and paranormal legends, exploring the history and culture that surrounds them.
Watch my interview with Nash here!
Check out Chasing Legends here!
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Ken Gerhard is a widely recognized cryptozoologist and field investigator for The Centre for Fortean Zoology, as well as a fellow of the Pangea Institute and consultant for several research organizations. He has travelled the world searching for evidence of mysterious animals and legendary beasts including Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, the Chupacabra, enigmatic winged creatures and werewolves. In addition to co-hosting the History Channel TV series Missing in Alaska, Ken has appeared in three episodes of the television series Monster Quest and is featured in the History Channel special The Real Wolfman, as well as other series including Ancient Aliens (History Channel), True Monsters (History Channel), Unexplained Files (Science Channel), Legend Hunters(Travel Channel), Paranatural(National Geographic), Weird or What? with William Shatner (Syfy), Monsters and Mysteries in America (Animal Planet), True Supernatural (Destination America), Ultimate Encounters (TruTV), Monster Project (Nat Geo Wild) and Shipping Wars (A&E). His credits include appearances on numerous news broadcasts and radio programs like Coast to Coast AM, as well as being featured in articles by the Associated Press, Houston Chronicle and Tampa Tribune. Ken is an author and has contributed to trade publications including Fate Magazine. He currently lectures and exhibits at various conferences and events across the United States. Born on Friday the 13th of October, 1967 (exactly one week before the famous Patterson Bigfoot footage was shot), Ken has travelled to twenty-six different countries on six continents and has visited virtually all of the United States. An avid adventurer, he has camped along the Amazon, explored the Galapagos, hiked the Australian Outback and has visited many ancient and mysterious sites, from Machu Pichu to Stonehenge.
Find his new series In Search of Monsters, here
Or find Ken online at www.kengerhard.com
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Aleksandar Petakov is a documentary filmmaker and multimedia artist, as well as an avid adventurer and constantly searching for the unknown. Travelling across the United States and the world, Aleksandar has researched various Cryptozoological creatures such as Sasquatch, the Loch Ness Monster, the Lake Champlain monster, Mystery big cats as well as other phenomenon and mysterious places ranging from the paranormal Bridgewater Triangle of Massachusetts to the hermit kingdom of North Korea. He has created short documentary films and series on these subjects, among others. Most recently he has directed Small Town Monsters – On the Trail of Champ and he is currently working on his upcoming documentary – Lions of the East.
You can find Aleks at petakovmedia.com
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Mark Muncy has written horror, fantasy and science fiction for over three decades. As the creator of Hellview Cemetery haunted attraction in St. Petersburg he began to study the legends, lore and paranormal in Florida quite extensively.
When the city of St. Petersburg banned Hellview Cemetery for being too scary, he devoted himself to preserving the lore behind the legendary haunted house in book form. Thus his books "31 Tales of Hellview Cemetery" and "Tales of Terror of Tampa Bay" were born. Both were written and recently revised with co-author Elizabeth Abbott. Inspired by the numerous folk tales, legends and lore of his home state of Florida, Mark set out with his fiancé, illustrator Kari Schultz, to explore the myths of the Sunshine State. This led to his best-selling books, "Eerie Florida" and "Freaky Florida" from the History Press.
Mark Muncy currently resides in Central Florida with his fiancé, illustrator Kari Schultz on the remains of Hellview Cemetery in Florida.
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Dennis Swift pastors the Church of All Nations, Portland Oregon and regularly guides group tours of South American archaeological sites. Dennis received his B.A. and M.Div. from Point Loma Nazarene University and his Th.D. from the University of South Africa. He pursued Indian studies at the University of New Mexico and Western New Mexico University. Dennis has pursued archaeological work in Peru, Bolivia, Mexico, Cambodia Turkmenistan, Israel, and the American Southwest and has travelled extensively in Peru. In particular, his investigations of the Ica Stones, The Acambaro figures and the Nazca lines, are intriguing and I really enjoyed my chat with this well-travelled and engaging encyclopaedia of the forgotten past.
Find his book here: Secrets of the Ica Stones and Nazca Lines by Dennis Swift https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000QCQ1RS/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_zzmXCb8J7BXQS
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Richard Freeman is an author, researcher, explorer and Zoological Director for the Centre for Fortean Zoology. He has travelled to some of the most diverse and remote locations in the world, in search of fabled animals like the Almasty, the Mongolian Death Worm, The Ninki Nanka and Gambo!
I thoroughly enjoyed my chat with this thoroughly accomplished researcher, who has strayed far from the comfort of the armchair, risking life and limb, whilst seeking to prove the existence of some of the most fantastical creatures within the cryptozoological realm.
You can find Richard here
Buy his latest book: Adventures in Cryptozoology: Hunting for Yetis, Mongolian Deathworms and Other Not-So-Mythical Monsters here
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Kent Hovind is a creation scientist who has dedicated many years to the study of dinosaurs and to proving their co-existence with man. The founder of Creation Science Evangelism and dinosaur adventure land, He has toured the world extensively, giving talks on dinosaurs and creation. I have enjoyed many of his seminars over the years and think that whatever your worldview, that we can all learn from one another, in this somewhat fringe subject of cryptozoology and its multi-denominational schools of thought.
You can find Kent at Dinosaur Adventure Land Watch my interview with Kent here BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Mark Farnell, was a teenage bigfoot witness, who had a frightening encounter with a very strange, hairy, bipedal humanoid, whilst playing with a friend in his local woods, in 1996. Since then, he has developed a keen interest in the unknown, especially Cryptids, from Lake monsters to Bigfoot, wildman encounters. He's now developing his own independent documentary "Shadows of Doubt" that will take an in-depth look at witness sightings involving: Bigfoot, Lake monsters, UFO's, Paranormal, Werewolf and Vampire, accounts around the globe.
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BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Jean St. Jean is a musician turned sculptor, who began his career in a small upstate NY toy sculpting studio doing mostly preschool toys and dolls. Five years later he joined McFarlane Toys quickly assuming the mantle of Sculpting Supervisor. In 2004, he forged Jean St. Jean Studios, L.L.C., offering sculpting, painting and prototyping. He has worked on such properties as Diamonds Select’s Stargate and Battlestar Galactica toy lines, Batman 1966 figural busts, Marvel statues and action figures, Universal Monsters and Munsters action figures and Sin City toys. He’s also contributed to product lines for such properties as World of Warcraft For DC Direct/Blizzard, and Thundercats, Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Nightmare on Elm Street for Mezco Toyz. Creatureplica is his first foray into an original toy line, partnered up with Jeffrey Beyers, Nick Epley and Craig Deere of Pana, Illinois. His Creatureplica action figure designs and his original creature busts and statues under Jean St. Jean studios represent decades of interest in the pursuit of the world’s most elusive creatures, capturing their folkloric images in three dimensions to create the world’s most realistic cryptozoological sculptures!
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Joining us today is noted folklorist and cryptozoologist - Ronald L. Murphy. Ron is a renowned speaker and the author of several books, including several on our beloved cryptids, like Bigfoot, Dogman, Faeries, Vampires, as well as many other paranormal pursuits and even a book two books of poetry!
As always, I really enjoyed chatting with Ron, who never fails to impress with his seamless deep knowledge of history, myth & legend and his ability to draw very logical lines between modern and ancient accounts, which tie in the superstitious to the surprised witnesses of our modern era.
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I recently had a great chat with Finding Bigfoot's very own phenomenon himself, James Bobo Fay.
A larger than life cast member from the series, which ran for 9 seasons between 2011 - 2018, Bobo has been researching bigfoot since the 1980s and took a little time to fill me in on the details of his early descent into solo squatchpeditions, his nerve-racking experiences of Bigfoot in the field, the pitfalls of corporate cryptozoology, his upcoming new podcast with 'BF hetero-life partner, Cliff Barackman and expedition do's and don'ts, for walking the wilds!
You can find Bobo here or see him at a conference near you, here!
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Denver Michaels is an author with a passion for cryptozoology the paranormal, lost civilizations, and all things unexplained. At age 42, the Virginia native released his first book People are Seeing Something—a culmination of many years of research into the lake monster phenomenon. Since then, he has gone on to write Water Monsters South of the Border, Wild & Wonderful (and Paranormal) West Virginia, and Detours into the Paranormal: Atlantic City Road Trip. Michaels works full-time as an engineering technologist and is married with three children. In his spare time, he enjoys the outdoors and travelling, and he continues to perform research and writing for future works.
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Cliff Barackman is one of the Finding Bigfoot team, (2011- 2018) An active field researcher for more than two decades, a speaker, (big) foot fetishist and all round nice guy! Both on and off camera, he has managed to gather data supporting the hypothesis that sasquatches are an undiscovered species of great ape that walks bipedally and lives in North America. His expertise is regularly called upon to identify alleged evidence of Bigfoot, around the world!
You can watch my interview with Cliff here: To find out more about Cliff's new podcast with lifelong bigfoot buddy, Bobo - or where to visit his new Bigfoot Museum - or how you can attend any of his upcoming conferences in 2019, go to https://cliffbarackman.com/ BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Christopher Turner is a documentary filmmaker who has been working in and around the alternative media for 10 years, he has met and interviewed many of the most recognized researchers in the alternative field including David Icke, James Bartley, Simon Parkes, Mary Rodwell and Paul Sinclair. He is currently a member of the British Bigfoot Research Group. Director of ‘Don’t Mention the Reptilians’, ‘Elusive’ & ‘The Bempton Phenomenon’, he is currently working on a number of new documentary films. Before getting into the alternative media Chris worked as a digital compositor on a number of TV programmes including Dr Who, Young Dracula and Bedlam
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BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Monica Rawlins is an experienced outdoorswoman with an extensive background in cryptozoological research and the paranormal. She has been a field researcher for over 17 years and has traveled across the U.S. to conduct her research. She’s worked extensively in television, and radio, where her quick wit and a no-nonsense attitude toward research and evidence has garnered her a solid fan base.
Having grown up in Northern California, with summers in remote SW Oregon, Monica has many stories of possible close encounters with unknown cryptids and in early winter of 2014, she had a life-changing Dogman sighting. All focus since that encounter has shifted almost exclusively to this pursuit.
While her main research recently has been dedicated to the search for Bigfoot and Dogman, Monica has also kept an active interest in all things cryptozoological and paranormal. Her points of interest and knowledge are Native American legends with a focus on Skinwalkers and Windego. When time permits, Monica also researches and investigates ghosts and hauntings in the North Texas Area. In addition to Monica’s paranormal investigations in Texas, she also has extensive knowledge of hauntings and legends of the British Isles.
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BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Lyle Blackburn is an author and cryptid researcher from Texas. His investigative cryptozoology books, such as “The Beast of Boggy Creek,” “Beyond Boggy Creek,” and “Lizard Man,” reflect his life-long fascination with legends and sighting reports of unknown creatures. During his research, Lyle has often explored the remote reaches of the southern U.S. in search of shadowy beasts said to inhabit the dense backwoods and swamplands of these areas.
Lyle is a frequent guest on radio programs such as Coast To Coast AM, and has appeared on numerous television shows including Monsters and Mysteries in America, Strange Evidence, and Finding Bigfoot. Lyle was also featured in the award-winning documentary film, Boggy Creek Monster, and has narrated several other films for Small Town Monsters productions, including ‘Bray Road Beast.’
For more information, visit his website at www.lyleblackburn.com Buy, 'Momo: The Strange Case of the Missouri Monster' here: You can listen to my interview with Lyle here: BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Scott Mardis has been an active field investigator of the Lake Champlain “Monster” since 1992. He is a former sustaining member of the now defunct, International Society of Cryptozoology and a former volunteer worker in the Vertebrate Paleontology Dept. of the Philadelphia Academy of Natural Sciences (1990-1992). He co-authored a scientific abstract about the Lake Champlain hydrophone sounds for the Acoustical Society of America in 2010 and he is the founder of the online research group, the Zombie Plesiosaur Society, He currently lives in Bradenton, Florida
You can find Scott at The Zombie Plesiosaur Society
Read his extensive academic contribution to this subject here
Donate to his next expedition here
You can also watch my interview with Scott here
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Jonathan David Whitcomb is a cryptozoology author and researcher and founder of the group Living Pterosaurs. He has braved the jungles of Papua New Guinea in search of the elusive Ropen and Indava and investigated and interviewed eyewitness of 'alleged' living pterosaurs around the globe. His book ‘Searching for Ropens and Finding God’ is a great read for anyone interested in this lesser-known area of cryptozoology and I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in these strange sightings of alleged living pterosaurs in our modern era.
You can watch my interview with Jonathan David Whitcomb here
Buy his book here Or find him on his website or facebook
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Today’s guests are the wonderful Jen Kruse & Jena Grover from the SHE-Squatchers, these moresome awesomes, are the Midwest's first all-female team searching for Bigfoot. Their quest is to gather information, obtain credible evidence of Bigfoot & ultimately establish contact & peaceful interaction. Their team consists of a Missing person’s psychic medium, an animal communicator and remote viewer, a department of natural resources professional and Native Americans.
I really loved our chat and found their theories and methodology to be original, challenging and inspired!
The She-Squatchers are located primarily in Minnesota and North Dakota, they investigate Bigfoot sightings in the American Midwest.
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Find Jen and Jena and the rest of the team at:
SHE-Squatchers
Or catch them at one of their upcoming events!
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Deborah Hatswell is a Bigfoot researcher, head of the BBR (British Bigfoot Research Group) and the compiler and creator of the British Bigfoot Map.
She had her own Bigfoot encounter in Salford, Manchester, in the 1980s and has since worked tirelessly to discover evidence of Bigfoot in Britain. She has since become a beacon for witnesses of this phenomena to retell their encounters and often occupies the role of counselor, in providing validation and explanation to witnesses who often feel traumatised by their experience and the isolation and silence that often follows such an encounter.
To find Deborah, report a sighting or view her awesome interactive British Bigfoot Map, click here:
Buy her book - 'The Fortunate Unfortunates.: Children Who Witness Impossible Creatures' here:
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BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Seth Breedlove is an Ohio filmmaker. He has written, edited, produced and directed shorts and features about a variety of topics but is best known for his production company and the films they've produced under the Small Town Monsters banner.
The first chapter in his series of documentaries was the film, Minerva Monster (2015). Which he wrote and directed. He has since worked on more projects which fall under the Small Town Monsters umbrella including, Beast of Whitehall (2016), Boggy Creek Monster (2016), rapidly followed by The Mothman of Point Pleasant (2017), and Invasion on Chestnut Ridge (2017).
In 2018, Seth wrote and directed The Flatwoods Monster: A Legacy of Fear and produced On the Trail of... Champ; a five episode mini-series. He also released The Bray Road Beast, featuring Linda Godfrey and Lyle Blackburn.
His current cinematic trio: On the Trail of Bigfoot, Terror in the Skies and Momo, The Missouri Monster is presently in production and coming soon!!!
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BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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He is the wildlife expert/environmental consultant for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation Radio Station 94.5 FM - North Coast/New South Wales, and has a regular weekly show which has been running for 22 years, where he tackles subjects like wildlife behaviour of wildlife current issues concerning the environment of the north coast. On the show, he also takes listener's calls and must immediately identify all species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates from their descriptions.
Author of Australian Cryptozoology, he has also written many academic pieces. He’s an environmental consultant with a field research and public relations career spanning 50 years, working in NSW, Queensland, Papua New Guinea and South East Asia. An expert on vegetation and fauna survey techniques, plant identification, identification and ecology of terrestrial vertebrate fauna groups, vegetation classification, vegetation mapping, and plant conservation biology and wildlife habitat management. He also lectures university and high school students on botany, zoology, bio-geography, Australian ecology, permaculture and Aboriginal ecology, religion and culture.
garyopit.com
Australian Cryptozoology
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BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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In Episode 2, I get to talk to Professor Jeff Meldrum, a Professor of Anatomy and Anthropology and a Professor of the Department of Anthropology at Idaho State University. Jeff is an expert on foot morphology and locomotion in primates and first became enamored with the study of Bigfoot after discovering 15-inch bipedal footprints whilst hiking in the Walla Walla, Washington. Initially thinking that they were a hoax, he couldn't fail to notice, locked joints and a narrow arch — traits he came to believe could only belong to Bigfoot. As a tenured professor, he is no stranger to controversy and opposition and I really enjoyed getting to pick his big brain, in this off the cuff chat. I hope you enjoy the show!
Find Jeff Meldrum's books here:
https://www.amazon.com/Sasquatch-Legend-Science-Jeff-Meldrum/dp/0765312174/ref=asc_df_0765312174/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312130957577&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2293937740219276666&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9029401&hvtargid=pla-490874220906&psc=1
https://www.paracay.com/store/sasquatch-field-guide-folding-pocket-guide/
https://www.paracay.com/store/sasquatch-yeti-and-other-wildmen-of-the-world-a-field-guide-to-relict-hominoids/
www.isu.edu/rhi
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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Todd Disotell - NYU Professor of Anthropology, Star of 10 Million Dollar Bigfoot Bounty et al. Genetic primatologist, and all round nice guy, joined me to discuss his accidental fall into the fringe world of cryptozoology, the marvels of eDNA, Why you should never send him samples, and how, once you say yes to TV, you're in their Rolodex for life!
BEASTLY THEORIES - is a low tech, low key, low brow endeavour; to discuss the highs and lows of Cryptozoology research and obsession. Although 'podcast' in name, the 'show' is more of an exercise in nepotism, as I seek conversation with those embroiled in the subject I am chiefly interested in and to avail myself (and you) of the prize of knowledge, that lies inside their brawny brains.
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