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Dark Outdoors

Dark Outdoors® is a multiple award-winning podcast that investigates terrifying encounters, unsolved mysteries, crime, and dangerous wildlife. Hosted by award-winning wildlife journalist and conservation communicator Chester Moore, each episode investigates the darker side of the outdoors through gripping storytelling, expert interviews, and firsthand reporting. From serial killers in remote forests and missing persons cases to poaching, wildlife trafficking, deadly animal attacks, cryptids, and

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20:00

The Death of Cryptozoology?

Dark Outdoors ·

2026/10/03

What happens when it becomes increasingly difficult to tell a real wildlife image from a fake one?In this episode of Dark Outdoors®, award-winning wildlife journalist Chester Moore examines how artificial intelligence, manipulated imagery, viral misinformation and sensationalism are changing the way the public views reports of unusual and unidentified animals. Cryptozoology has always existed outside the scientific mainstream, but some of its traditional foundations—eyewitness reports, photographs,

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16:03

The Night I Had a Red Wolf in My Crosshairs

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2026/09/05

ne night in the Texas darkness, Chester Moore found himself looking through the sights of a rifle at an animal he had every opportunity to shoot.He didn't pull the trigger. What Chester believes stood in front of him that night was a red wolf—an animal officially declared extinct in the wild across its historic Texas range decades ago. In this episode of Dark Outdoors®, Chester tells the story of that encounter and others he has had with mysterious wild canines over the years. Some looked

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12:30

The 11-Foot Rattlesnake: Solving a Mystery That...

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2026/08/29

For Chester Moore, the question isn't simply an internet legend. It is connected to a mystery that has fascinated him since childhood.In this episode of Dark Outdoors, Chester digs into his archives and revisits an investigation into reports of giant rattlesnakes, including an extraordinary account involving a rattlesnake said to have measured approximately 11 feet long. It's a mystery Chester first encountered as a kid and one he has spent years trying to understand. How large can rattlesnakes

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14:26

Death From Above: Squall Lines, Lightning & Deadly...

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2026/08/27

Lightning can turn a fishing trip, hike, hunt or day on the water into a life-threatening situation in seconds. And some of the most dangerous storms can arrive with frightening speed. In this episode of Dark Outdoors, Chester Moore reaches into his archives for an interview recorded several years ago with legendary meteorologist Greg Bostwick that has never before aired on Dark Outdoors. Bostwick discusses the dangers of lightning, squall lines and severe thunderstorms, with important information

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23:42

Black Ghost: A Texas Jaguar Encounter

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2026/08/25

Could black jaguars still roam Texas? Reports of black panthers, mysterious big cats and possible jaguar sightings have circulated throughout Texas for generations, but some eyewitness accounts are much harder to dismiss than others. In this episode of Dark Outdoors®, Chester Moore talks with his friend David Cleaver, a dedicated outdoorsman and hiker, about an extraordinary black jaguar sighting in Texas. Chester considers David a highly reliable witness, and the details of what he saw raise

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41:29

Can Genetics Stop the Screwworm? A New Weapon Against...

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2026/08/11

The New World screwworm is one of the most disturbing parasites in North America. Unlike ordinary maggots that typically consume dead tissue, screwworm larvae infest wounds and feed on the living flesh of warm-blooded animals.The parasite was eradicated from the United States decades ago, but in 2026 it returned to the U.S. mainland, creating serious concerns for livestock, wildlife and anyone responsible for protecting animals in affected areas. For generations, one of the primary weapons against

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24:30

High-Tech Killer? The Nancy Guthrie Case Part 2

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2026/08/04

Did advanced technology play a role in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, or are investigators and online sleuths reading too much into the available evidence? In Part 2, Chester Moore and Daniel from the Drunk Turkey Show take a deeper dive into one of the most debated aspects of the case.The discussion explores digital evidence, cell phone technology, surveillance capabilities, location tracking, and other investigative tools that have fueled speculation that Nancy's disappearance may have involved

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31:04

The Desert Hides Secrets: Nancy Guthrie, Isolation &...

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2026/07/31

Nancy Guthrie vanished in the remote Arizona desert, leaving behind a mystery that has captivated investigators, true crime followers, and independent researchers alike. In this first installment, Chester Moore is joined by Daniel from the Drunk Turkey Show for an in-depth look at the disappearance that sparked countless questions and theories.Together they examine who Nancy Guthrie was, the timeline leading up to her disappearance, the challenging terrain investigators faced, and why the isolation

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13:32

He Swam Toward The Shark Attack Part 2: The Aftermath

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2026/07/29

In Part 2 of this powerful Dark Outdoors interview, Chester Moore continues his conversation with registered nurse Chris Carroll, whose life was forever changed after swimming toward a woman who had been attacked by a tiger shark in the Caribbean. After recounting the rescue attempt in Part 1, Chris reflects on what happened next—and how the experience reshaped his understanding of courage, fear, and the unpredictable power of the natural world. He shares the emotional aftermath of the attack, the

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37:20

He Swam Toward the Shark Attack: Bravery in the Face...

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2026/07/27

A woman is screaming in the water. People on shore don't know what to do. Then one man makes a decision few ever would—he swims toward the danger. In this gripping first installment of a two-part Dark Outdoors interview, Chester Moore talks with registered nurse Chris Carroll, who found himself in the middle of a fatal tiger shark attack while vacationing in the Caribbean. What began as a relaxing day at the beach became a life-and-death emergency that tested his training, his instincts, and his

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20:33

Giant Owl of the Redwoods: Bohemian Groves & The...

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2026/06/02

Deep in the California redwoods, beneath a towering owl statue hidden among the trees, robed figures gather around firelight as chants echo through the darkness.For decades, Bohemian Grove has fueled rumors involving secret ceremonies, elite power, occult symbolism, and hidden rituals far from public view. But what if scenes like this are not isolated? In this unsettling episode of Dark Outdoors®, Chester Moore investigates disturbing similarities between the mysterious rituals of Bohemian Grove

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10:46

Digital Stalkers: How Your Phone & Other Tech Expose...

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2026/05/26

In this episode of Dark Outdoors®, we explore the frightening reality of digital stalking, GPS tracking, location sharing, and how smartphones, apps, social media, and outdoor tech can expose campers, hikers, hunters, and travelers to real-world danger in remote areas.From trailheads and campsites to isolated backroads and deep forests, modern technology can reveal far more about your location and movements than most people realize. We examine how predators, criminals, stalkers, and opportunists

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10:27

River Monster: A 12 Foot Alligator Garfish Tracked In...

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2026/05/18

Deep in the dark waters of Texas, stories still surface about giant garfish lurking beneath the current. Recently, a viral social media graphic exploded online claiming a massive 12-foot alligator gar made an unbelievable journey up the Trinity River — igniting debate, fear, and fascination across the internet.In this episode of Dark Outdoors, I dig into the real story behind the viral image and track down answers directly from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. To verify the claims, I

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10:33

Sea Snakes In the Gulf of Mexico?

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2026/05/05

In this episode of Dark Outdoors, I look into reports of sea snakes—like highly venomous banded sea kraits—being spotted in the Gulf, far outside their natural range.After going through the available records and research, one thing is clear: there are no verified reports of true sea snakes in the Gulf of Mexico. But sightings still happen. This episode focuses on the research I’ve done into those claims, why they keep coming up, and what might actually be behind them.

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12:19

Real-Life Zombies Walking Among Us In the Dark Outdoors

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2026/04/30

There are stories from places like Haiti about people who were buried… and then seen again—walking through fields, along tree lines, and out on empty roads. Not dead. But not fully there. In this episode of Dark Outdoors, we take a look at the real idea of zombification—where it comes from, the documented case of Clairvius Narcisse, and how similar encounters are still happening today. From rural Haiti to modern America, there are reports of individuals found wandering in strange, disconnected

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19:27

The Horror and Science of Chupacabra

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2025/12/08

For decades, people across Texas and the Southwest have reported strange hairless creatures attacking livestock — animals many claimed were the legendary Chupacabra. But the real explanation is far stranger, and far more disturbing, than most people realize.Plus, you'll hear about the night he was charged by a "chupacabra". In this Dark Outdoors investigation, Chester Moore breaks down the true wildlife science behind “Chupacabra” sightings and shows how coyotes, foxes, raccoons and even bears

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20:40

The Gilgo Beach Murderer & The New Age of High Tech...

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2025/11/22

When 24-year-old Shannan Gilbert vanished into the pitch-black marshland of Oak Beach in 2010, no one knew her disappearance would open a corridor of horror stretching miles along Long Island’s desolate barrier islands. While police searched the reeds for one missing woman, cadaver dogs led them to something far worse—multiple bodies hidden in the dunes, placed where the darkness itself seemed to protect the killer.In this episode of Dark Outdoors, we travel deep into the windswept emptiness of

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30:36

Wild Men: The Search for Lost Tribes & Feral Humans...

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2025/11/11

Author and researcher Lyle Blackburn joins the program again and we give a detailed behind the scenes look at the new documentary Wild Men: The Search for Feral Humans & Lost Tribes that details reports of primitve people in East Texas in areas of the Trinity Triangle. This is our second show on this topic but now with fresh reports and new insight.Watch the new documentary and subscribe to Chester Moore's YouTube channel here.

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23:27

Momo, Lizard Man & the Lake Worth Monster with Lyle...

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2025/10/31

It’s our annual Halloween Monster Special! Lyle Blackburn returns to Dark Outdoors to dive into the legends of Momo, the Lizard Man, and the Lake Worth Monster in this chilling cryptid deep dive.In this special Halloween edition of the Dark Outdoors podcast, we welcome back Lyle Blackburn—renowned cryptozoologist, author, and monster hunter—for our Annual Monster Episode. This time, we're plunging deep into the chilling backwoods lore of Momo the Missouri Monster, the swamp-dwelling Lizard Man of

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12:11

Ghost Lights of the Southern Forest: Science Vs....

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2025/10/19

Mysterious lights flicker through the woods of Bragg Road and the Louisiana fields — are they swamp gas, headlights, or something not of this world? The 13 Days of Dark Outdoors begins where science and the supernatural collide.They’ve appeared for generations — glowing orbs floating above the dirt roads and swamps of East Texas and Louisiana. Some say they’re lanterns carried by the dead. Others swear it’s nothing more than chemistry in the dark: methane gas, refracted headlights, or static

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