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Cryptids Across the Atlas

Cryptids Across the Atlas

Your weekly tour into obscure Cryptids: both the legends & facts, presented as a narrative story. Join us every week as we uncover the truth behind the mystery and learn how the belief in these creatures has shaped our history and culture. You"re touring Cryptids Across the Atlas with Cody & Elaine Johnston

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00:19:40

The Legend of the Yucca Man: Southern California's...

Cryptids Across the Atlas ·

2023/07/14

Whether you call it the Bigfoot, the Cement Monster, the Sierra Highway Devil, Blue Eyes, the Borrego Sandman, Hairy Devils, the Speedway Monster, or simply Yucca Man, California is no stranger to Sasquatch encounters. And if you ask SoCal residents their thoughts on the Yucca man, they’re sure to tell you something is lurking about in the desert. ------ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:46 - Marine vs the Yucca Man. 02:56 - Yucca Man - Southern California’s desert Sasquatch. 04:11 - The Fontana Speedway

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00:15:48

Tatzelwurm: Possible Historical Creature Terrorizing...

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2023/06/23

The Swiss Alps have a lot to offer in the way of natural beauty. Spanning across eight countries - including Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Slovenia, and Switzerland - its breathtaking views are truly a sight to see. Between its forty-eight mountain peaks, countless lakes, and an extensive list of flora and fauna, there are many sights and wonders to take in. But don’t let all this beauty fool you. Although the Alps may be known for their glorious beauty, the Alps might also

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00:14:29

Dark Watchers: Sinister History of These Coastal...

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2023/06/16

California, known as the Golden State, is rich in natural resources, precious gold, and its sunny climate. But what you might not know is that California also casts a rather large shadow, one that brings a dark, eerie, and impending doom type of presence along with it. ------ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:43 - Spanish Missions, Taming the “Savages,” and the Dark Watchers 04:04 - Descriptions of the Dark Watchers. 06:41 - Similar cryptids and entities. 08:07 - Possible explanations for the Dark

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00:14:49

Nightmare at Lake Worth: Uncovering Texas' Most...

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2023/06/09

What's lurking behind the shadows in Lake Worth, Texas? Possibly something between a half-man and half-goat with super strength and the ability to shake up an entire community. ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:48 - Bryan Adams and the Lake Worth Monster 01:24 - The Lake Worth Monster attacks! 04:36 - Lake Worth Monster description. 08:13 - One Final Lake Worth Monster sighting. 10:52 - Lake Worth Monster spawns future Cryptozoologists. 12:12 - Possible Lake Worth Monster explanation. All links

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00:14:27

Batsquatch: What We Know About Mount Saint Helen’s...

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2023/06/02

The 1980 Mount St. Helens eruption goes down in history as the most economically destructive and deadly volcanic event that has ever happened in the U.S. But what it unearthed may quite possibly be one of the most terrifying discoveries known to man. ——— CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:49 - She released it from its earthly prison. 04:09 - Close encounters with the Washington Batsquach. 07:44 - What is the Washington Batsquach? 11:21 - Additional Washington Batsquach sightings. ——— All links 👉🏻

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00:16:31

Unveiling the Secret Life of Africa's Infamous...

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2023/05/26

Snakes have long been a source of fear for many people. And deep in the heart of Africa, there is quite possibly a snake that few have ever encountered, and even fewer have survived to tell the tale. ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:48 - The Crowing Crested Cobra 03:14 - But where is the proof? 04:28 - Local accounts of the Crowing Crested Cobra 10:32 - So what is the Crowing Crested Cobra? 14:06 - Possible proof of the Crowing Crested Cobra? All links 👉🏻

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00:14:19

Dark Secrets of Werewolf Trials: Curse, Madness, or...

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2023/05/19

You might be familiar with Salem's Witch Trials, but have you ever heard of the French Werewolf Trials? Join us as we explore the depths of hallucinations, clinical lycanthropy, and, quite possibly, a serial killer on the loose. ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:40 - Like sheep to the slaughter. 04:00 - Into the woods. 04:50 - Pierre Burgot’s firsthand account of Lycanthropy. 06:02 - The newfound power of lycanthropy and the curse of being a werewolf. 08:00 - Werewolf Trials of France 09:03 -

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00:16:25

Dover Demon: Massachusetts’ Mysterious Creature of...

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2023/03/24

It was like something out of an alien movie with its abnormally large head, round, glowing eyes, and thin, lanky body. And when three teenagers shared their own versions of the small creature, the small town of Dover, Massachusetts, would soon forever change. ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:54 - The Dover Demon, an introduction. 01:39 - Dover Demon: Encounter 1 04:25 - Dover Demon: Encounter 2 07:19 - Dover Demon: Encounter 3 09:32 - Loren Coleman investigates the Dover Demon. 11:16 - Historical

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00:13:10

Minnesota's Dogman: Tracing the Legend through Time

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2023/03/17

When you think of Minnesota cryptids, werewolf-like creatures might not be what comes to mind. But throughout the late 90s and into the mid-2000s, dogmen seemed to find their way into the land of 10,000 lakes. ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:41 - The Minnesota Dog Man - First hand sighting. 04:59 - Minnesota cryptids and how the Dogman came to be. 05:36 - Werewolf history in ancient texts. 07:06 - Another first hand Minnesota Dogman encounter. ----- All links 👉🏻

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00:14:50

The Curse of Chickcharney: The Dark Tale of This...

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2023/03/03

Imagine sitting on the tropical beach of the Bahamas, watching the waves crash while drinking from a coconut with an umbrella straw. Life is good. But be aware your fate can all change in an instant if you're not on your best behavior. ---- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:42 - Luck and our superstitious tendencies. 03:02 - Owls and their relation to cryptozoology. 05:28 - The Chickcharney 06:53 - The Chickcharney’s Curse 11:39 - Possible explanations for the Chickcharney ---- All links 👉🏻

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00:18:45

Spring Heeled Jack: The Enigmatic Figure Who Haunted...

Cryptids Across the Atlas ·

2023/02/24

What can jump to incredible heights, breathe blue flames, and wreak havoc on Victorian England? While this may sound like something from your favorite fantasy novel, it may just be an average cloak-wearing gentleman casually roaming the streets. ------ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:50 - Some cryptids are more bizarre than others…. 02:22 - The terror of Spring Heeled Jack. 04:55 - Spring Heeled Jack Madness takes over London. 08:21 - Spring Heeled Jack strikes again! 10:56 - A madman was tried. 12:35 -

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00:17:23

Grunch Road Monster: New Orleans Devil or...

Cryptids Across the Atlas ·

2023/02/17

New Orleans is home to many eclectic oddities and curiosities. From Cajun cuisine to French roots and Voodoo Magic, there's a lot to explore. But despite all of the amazing beauty things Louisiana has to offer, it may just be home to a menacing monster lurking beneath swampy territory. ------ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:46 - It gazed with blood red eyes. 02:59 - Loisiana Legends 06:00 - The Grunch - Louisiana’s chupacabra (but worse) 07:59 - Theories on the Grunch - Folkloric roots. 10:21 - Tales of

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00:18:36

Hopkinsville Goblins: The TRUTH behind Kentucky’s...

Cryptids Across the Atlas ·

2023/02/10

Not much really happened in rural Kentucky. But that would all change one late-summer night in 1955, when a fireball seemingly streaked across the evening sky in Hopkinsville, KY, where things began to get otherworldly. --- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:47 - The Sutton family freakout. 01:22 - A fireball shaped like an egg (but the size of a washtub). 02:41 - The Hopkinsville Goblin Encounter 04:43 - The police return to Sutton farm. 05:53 - The Hopkinsville Goblins go down in history. 06:44 - Possible

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00:10:57

Ningen: Proof of Mermaids or Antarctic Underwater...

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2023/02/03

Antarctica, the coldest, driest, and windiest place on Earth, is one of the most peculiar places to research. With strange fish and seemingly unnatural occurrences, scientists have made some astounding discoveries over the last few decades. But Antarctica may have something even more menacing lurking beneath its icy waters. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:51 - Antarctica - It’s weird even before the weird stuff. 04:30 - A legend finds its way online. 05:42 - Ningen - An introduction. 06:46 - Skeptic’s

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00:22:00

Gumberoo: Oregon’s Largest Grizzly Bear or Peculiar...

Cryptids Across the Atlas ·

2023/01/05

The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the most gorgeous views. But it might also be home to a frightening, bristly bearded entity who some believe is the main culprit for deathly forest fires. ----- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our weekly episodes, check out “Cryptids Across the Atlas,” available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere else you get your podcast! (Links below)👇🏻 🎙Podcast

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00:11:40

Tsukumogami: Japanese Spirits that Bring Everyday...

Cryptids Across the Atlas ·

2022/12/15

What if Toy Story was real? What if inanimate objects took on a life of their own when we're not looking? Well, according to Japanese lore, this might just be the case. ------------ All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our weekly episodes, check out “Cryptids Across the Atlas,” available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere else you get your podcast! (Links below)👇🏻 🎙Podcast Links: Youtube

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00:27:44

Pressie: A Lake Superior Monster or Copper Loving,...

Cryptids Across the Atlas ·

2022/12/08

Lake Superior is known for its mysterious, vast waters. But did you know Lake Superior is also said to be home to a mythical aquatic beast that lives deep within the underwater caverns? In this episode, we learn of one diver’s terrorizing encounter that sounds less like an underwater excursion and more like a late-night bar brawl. ----- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our weekly episodes, check out “Cryptids

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00:12:18

Dobhar-Chú: The Dark History Behind Ireland’s...

Cryptids Across the Atlas ·

2022/12/01

Have you heard of the “King of Otters” from Northwestern Ireland? Legend has it, this otter isn’t your average adorable river rat that juggles rocks and links arms with its mate while floating down the river. No, this otter is said to be the downfall of a few local residents. ----- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our weekly episodes, check out “Cryptids Across the Atlas,” available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple

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00:28:50

Fouke Monster: Arkansas' Most Notorious Bigfoot or...

Cryptids Across the Atlas ·

2022/11/24

As we journey down south, keep your eyes peeled as we might just run into Arkansas’ most legendary cryptid of all. But be warned, this swampy, southern Sasquatch isn’t your run-of-the-mill Bigfoot encounter story. --------- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlasInteractive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our weekly episodes, check out “Cryptids Across the Atlas,” available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere else you get your podcast! (Links

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00:14:28

Moa: The Madness Surrounding New Zealand’s Modern,...

Cryptids Across the Atlas ·

2022/11/17

As we make our way to New Zealand, we might just find the giant, feathered fossil that's said to be back from the grave and stalking the mountains of the southern Island. -------- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our weekly episodes, check out “Cryptids Across the Atlas,” available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere else you get your podcast! (Links below)👇🏻 🎙Podcast Links: Youtube 👉🏻

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