Those Aren't People!

In this episode, Fred from Alaska shares compelling stories of Bigfoot encounters. He begins by addressing the shame experienced by individuals who have faced unexplainable events. Fred recounts the story of Jesse, a cannery worker in Dillingham, Alaska, who encountered a mysterious creature while fishing near Silver Salmon Creek. Jesse's solo adventure turned eerie as he felt watched and eventually spotted a towering, hairy figure. Fred also shares a tale of a retired teacher named Mary, who along with colleagues, had an unnerving experience at Kennecott Mine involving strange sounds, vibrations, and a giant hairy figure. The episode closes with other mysterious sightings, including interactions between Bigfoot and wolves, raising questions about these creatures' intelligence and their symbiotic relationships. These accounts highlight the ongoing mystery and fear surrounding Bigfoot sightings in the Alaskan wilderness.Listen To Backwoods Horror Stories Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Book Sasquatch Unleashed The Truth Behind The LegendLeave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar 1 Publishing00:00 Introduction and Reflections 00:34 Jesse's Encounter at Silver Salmon Creek 18:29 Mary's Experience at Kennecott Mine 27:12 The Mysterious Disappearance of Mary Wilson 29:48 Derek's Wolf Encounter 34:13 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

28 Elo 202440min

In this episode, Brian interviews Tim Moon, an author who delves into the realm of fiction with his book 'Tomato Fields.' Tim discusses his fascination with cryptids, particularly Bigfoot, and how he believes storytelling can attract people to such intriguing topics more effectively than factual accounts. He shares a gripping Bigfoot encounter story of his brother, his perspective on government cover-ups, and why he eventually shifted to embracing a mix of paranormal and extraterrestrial theories. Tim also talks about the inspiration behind his book, its plot, the importance of storytelling, and his journey from writing to self-publishing. He closes with details about an upcoming student-produced audiobook version of 'Tomato Fields.Get The Tomato Fields Book Listen To Backwoods Horror Stories Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Book Sasquatch Unleashed The Truth Behind The LegendLeave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar 1 Publishing00:00 Introduction to Fiction and Cryptids 00:51 A Brother's Bigfoot Encounter 03:21 The Power of Storytelling 04:22 Origins of Interest in Cryptids 05:07 Historical and Cultural Evidence 06:23 The Flesh and Blood vs. Paranormal Debate 15:10 Government Cover-Up Theories 21:44 Writing and Publishing 'Tomato Fields' 26:03 Conclusion and Future ProjectsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

25 Elo 202436min

In this episode, the Brian welcomes guests Michael, Abe and Connor to share their experiences and insights into Bigfoot research. Michael recounts his first encounter with a Bigfoot while deer hunting at age 14, and describes subsequent experiences, including infrasound attacks and close sightings over the past 40 years. Connor discusses his fascination with Bigfoot from childhood and his various encounters in Minnesota's wilderness areas. The episode concludes with insights from Abe, who shares his background in Bigfoot research, detailing intense experiences, including vocalizations and physical reactions potentially caused by infrasound. The guests also share information about their groups, Facebook pages, and the upcoming Minnesota Bigfoot Conference.Listen To Backwoods Horror Stories Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Book Sasquatch Unleashed The Truth Behind The LegendLeave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar 1 Publishing00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:15 Michael's First Bigfoot Encounter 01:28 Ongoing Bigfoot Research 02:39 Subsequent Bigfoot Sightings 09:10 Connor's Interest in Bigfoot 10:27 Connor's First Bigfoot Experience 13:36 Superior National Park Encounters 16:00 Camping with Family and Bigfoot Knocks 21:06 A Night of Unsettling Sounds 21:32 A Chilling Encounter at 3 AM 23:29 Revelations and Reflections 25:18 Abe Joins the Conversation 25:55 Abe's Fascination with Bigfoot 28:23 First Expedition and Close Encounters 33:46 Infrasound Experiences 40:16 Sharing Resources and Upcoming EventsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

23 Elo 202450min

In this episode, Fred shares eerie stories of encounters with mysterious shadows and potential Bigfoot sightings in Alaska. Recounting experiences from two separate groups, the first part follows Spencer and Max's unsettling experiences near Denali National Park from the 1970s to the 1980s. They observe strange shadows, mimicking whistles, and a dark figure that leads to a terrifying encounter. The second story details Isaac, Marcy, and their dog Jesse's strange and frightening events at Nancy Lake State Recreation Area. Encounters with unexplainable noises, eye shine, and shadowy figures leave them on edge and ultimately lead to the abrupt end of their trip. These accounts highlight the mysterious and often chilling nature of the Alaskan wilderness.Listen To Backwoods Horror Stories Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Book Sasquatch Unleashed The Truth Behind The LegendLeave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar 1 Publishing 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene 00:11 Spencer and Max's First Encounter 04:03 A Decade Later: Returning to the Camp 06:52 The Creepy Encounter Intensifies 09:08 The Final Confrontation 21:33 A New Story: Isaac, Marcy, and Jesse 24:58 The Unsettling Night 35:31 Morning After and Reflections 36:07 Speculations and Future PlansBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

21 Elo 202441min

In this unique episode, Brian presents a panel discussion recorded after the Texas Bigfoot Conference in Fort Worth. Moderated by Mike Mays, notable speakers such as Josh Gates, Kathy Strain, Alton Higgins, Lyle Blackburn, Bill Munns, Daryl Collier, Jeff Meldrum, and Brian himself answer audience-submitted questions. Topics range from personal experiences with Bigfoot, reasons for the lack of physical evidence, technological challenges in research, to ethical considerations regarding capturing or killing a specimen. The panelists also share their most frightening encounters in the field, offering an in-depth look into the ongoing search for the elusive Sasquatch.Listen To Backwoods Horror Stories Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Book Sasquatch Unleashed The Truth Behind The LegendLeave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar 1 Publishing 00:00 Introduction and Panel Overview 00:36 Audience Questions Begin 01:00 Destination Truth's Most Threatening Moments 01:44 Challenges in Proving Sasquatch's Existence 02:35 The Mystery of Physical Evidence 05:01 Technological and Environmental Hurdles 16:36 Hoaxes and Misidentifications 19:46 Tool Use and Behavioral Observations 21:30 Revisiting the Cabin Incident 25:51 The Patterson-Gimlin Footage Debate 31:11 The Necessity of a Type Specimen 32:57 Debate on DNA as Type Specimen 33:58 Handling a Sasquatch Body 36:07 Challenges of DNA Evidence 39:17 Conservation and Specimen Collection 41:50 Tranquilizers vs. Lethal Methods 47:05 Technology in Cryptid Research 56:14 Scariest Encounters in the FieldBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

18 Elo 20241h 7min

In this episode, Brian welcomes Jason Kenzie, a Canadian photojournalist and animal photographer, to discuss his remarkable career journey from documenting exotic animals to investigating Bigfoot sightings. Jason recounts some incredible experiences from photographing pets and exotic wildlife around the world to exploring the wilderness in search of Sasquatch, including finding massive footprints and capturing potential evidence of the creature with drone footage. He shares thrilling accounts of night-time encounters, mysterious tree structures, and hair-raising sounds recorded in the forest. Jason also talks about his web series, documentaries, and published works, including graphic novels and children's books. The conversation touches upon the high strangeness associated with Bigfoot research, and Jason's upcoming projects exploring other cryptids. Lastly, they mention Jason's participation in an upcoming Bigfoot conference where he plans to continue his search for Sasquatch. Visit Jason's YouTube Listen To Backwoods Horror Stories Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Book Sasquatch Unleashed The Truth Behind The LegendLeave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar 1 Publishing00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:07 Jason's Journey into Animal Photography 03:01 The Shift to Bigfoot Exploration 03:41 First Encounters and Evidence 04:30 Documenting Bigfoot: The First Documentary 05:25 Skepticism and New Discoveries 06:15 A Terrifying Night in the Hammock 08:01 Exploring the Forest at Night 09:49 The Mysterious Eye Shine 11:44 The Spider-Like Creature 19:00 The Farm Expedition 24:43 The Louisiana Encounter 26:48 Capturing Mysterious Forest Footage 27:46 Encounter with the Ohio Grassman 28:35 Unexplained Tree Structures 30:30 Footprint Discoveries and Theories 34:32 Analyzing Strange Audio Clips 38:55 High Strangeness and Sasquatch 46:38 Documentaries and Future ProjectsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

16 Elo 202457min

In this episode, Brian welcomes Meg from California, who shares her intriguing journey into the realm of Bigfoot. Meg discusses her personal experiences and observations that led to her interest in Bigfoot, including signs she encountered on her brother's property in Sonora and during her backpacking trips through Monterey County's Ventana Wilderness. She details peculiar incidents, such as mysterious feathers, odd rock arrangements, and sounds resembling car doors closing deep in the wilderness. Meg also touches on the concept of 'mind speak,' her encounters with unusual phenomena, and her belief in the mystical nature of these entities. Furthermore, she describes the ongoing activities on her current property in Pine Grove, where she continues to encounter signs and communicate with these enigmatic beings.Listen To Backwoods Horror Stories Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Book Sasquatch Unleashed The Truth Behind The LegendLeave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar 1 Publishing 00:00 Welcome to the Show 00:08 Meg's Journey to Bigfoot 02:45 Backpacking Encounters 09:29 Recent Experiences and Signs 12:15 Gifting and Communication 14:40 Mind Speak and Mystical Beliefs 22:03 Concluding ThoughtsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

14 Elo 202430min

Fred ventures into the Alaskan wilderness near Willow with Ryan, who shares his eerie experiences of being followed by an unseen entity. They explore the area, accompanied by Ryan’s trained dogs, encountering puzzling noises and discussing potential wildlife explanations. We finish up this episode with Fred recounting of Louie and Franco’s unsettling hunting trip in Alaska, where they experience strange encounters that suggest the presence of humanoid figures. Listen To Backwoods Horror Stories Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Book Sasquatch Unleashed The Truth Behind The LegendLeave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar 1 PublishingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

11 Elo 202438min