SO EP:566 Sasquatch: The Making Of A Legend?

SO EP:566 Sasquatch: The Making Of A Legend?

Welcome to another episode where we dive deep into the mysteries of the legendary Sasquatch. Today, we embark on a journey through time, exploring the origins of this enigmatic creature's name, the pioneers who paved the way for cryptozoological research, and the modern-day encounters cataloged by the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO). Finally, we’ll take a closer look at the track evidence that has sparked heated debates in both the scientific and cryptid communities.The Genesis of the Name SasquatchLong before Bigfoot became a household name, indigenous cultures across North America shared stories of large, hairy beings that roamed the forests.

The term Sasquatch itself originates from the Coast Salish word Sésquac, meaning “wild man.” It was introduced to popular culture in the 1920s by J.W. Burns, a Canadian teacher who collected and documented First Nations' accounts of the creature. From there, Sasquatch slowly made its way into the cryptid lexicon, preceding the more famous moniker Bigfoot, which wouldn’t gain traction until the late 1950s.

The pursuit of unknown creatures isn’t new. In the mid-20th century, a new branch of study emerged—cryptozoology—dedicated to investigating creatures that exist on the fringes of scientific recognition. Figures like Bernard Heuvelmans, Ivan T. Sanderson, and Grover Krantz were instrumental in developing this field, applying scientific methods to analyze claims of mysterious creatures, including Sasquatch. Krantz, in particular, became one of the foremost defenders of Bigfoot’s potential existence, arguing that physical evidence—especially footprints—could not be easily dismissed.

The Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) has meticulously cataloged thousands of encounters, compiling witness reports from across North America. From fleeting glimpses to prolonged close encounters, the database serves as one of the largest repositories of Bigfoot-related evidence. Patterns have emerged over time—frequent sightings in the Pacific Northwest, eerie vocalizations heard in dense forests, and even alleged physical interactions with the creature. But with this vast amount of anecdotal evidence, the question remains:

Are these reports merely misidentifications, hoaxes, or something more?Tracks and the Debate Over Their AuthenticityFootprints have long been one of the most cited pieces of evidence in the search for Sasquatch. Some tracks, like the famous Cripple Foot print analyzed by Grover Krantz, have been presented as near-definitive proof of the creature’s existence. Others, like the tracks discovered by Paul Freeman, have been widely debated, with skeptics arguing they were fabricated. This brings us to an article published in The Skeptical Inquirer by Michael R. Dennett, titled Bigfoot Evidence: Are These Tracks Real?

In this piece, Dennett critically examines track evidence, particularly those tied to Freeman and Krantz, raising questions about their authenticity and whether belief has clouded scientific rigor.Final ThoughtsWhether you’re a believer, a skeptic, or somewhere in between, the mystery of Sasquatch remains one of the most enduring and fascinating topics in cryptozoology. The stories, the evidence, and the ongoing debates keep us questioning what might be lurking in the remote wilderness. As we sift through history, firsthand encounters, and the physical evidence left behind, one thing is certain—the legend of Sasquatch isn’t going anywhere.Tune in and decide for yourself: Are we on the cusp of a major cryptozoological discovery, or is the truth behind Sasquatch forever lost in folklore and fabrication?


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SO EP:659 Broken Bridge Bigfoot

SO EP:659 Broken Bridge Bigfoot

In this episode, Brian welcomes Bennett from the Broadcasting Seeds podcast. Bennett shares his lifelong interest in cryptids, particularly Bigfoot, which began with his childhood fascination with mythology and creatures like the Loch Ness Monster. The conversation covers Bennett's various encounters with Bigfoot, including a traumatic experience as a child during a Boy Scouts camp in Illinois and a tense encounter in Alaska during his military service. Bennett also discusses high strangeness phenomena, such as unexplained smells and sounds, and explores theories around the possible bioluminescence and defensive mechanisms of Bigfoot. Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our Sponsors00:00 Welcome to the Show 00:25 Childhood Fascination with Bigfoot 02:27 First Encounter: Boy Scouts in Illinois 13:27 Military Encounter in Alaska 19:35 Exploring the Allegheny National Forest 25:13 Mysterious Encounters and Strange Findings 25:29 Bluff Charge Incident and Unexplained Drag Marks 26:53 The Blair Witch Stick Structures 27:45 Gifting Experiment and Strange Discoveries 29:35 Nighttime Camp Intrusions and Camera Malfunctions 33:31 Near-Death Experience and Aura Perception 36:45 High Strangeness and Glowing Eyes 41:56 The Importance of Open-Minded Research 45:44 Podcast Promotion and Closing RemarksBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

12 Syys 51min

SO EP:658 Bigfoot Encounters from America's Midwest

SO EP:658 Bigfoot Encounters from America's Midwest

Tonight, we head into the Midwest—where cornfields meet deep forests, and something on two legs walks where it shouldn’t exist. From Illinois’ Big Muddy Monster and the Cole Hollow Road Monster, to Michigan’s Dogman and countless Bigfoot sightings, the heartland has proven just as strange as any swamp or mountain.We’ll revisit the chilling Beast of Bray Road, the eerie Van Meter Visitor with its glowing horn, and the Lockridge Monster’s unsettling appetite.From Wendigo legends in Minnesota to a Missouri sheriff’s secret 1998 encounter in the Mark Twain National Forest, the stories are as bizarre as they are unforgettable.Along the way, we examine the physical evidence, the role of new technologies like eDNA, and the lasting impact these encounters have on communities.Are these creatures real, misunderstood, or something else entirely? One thing is certain: somewhere in the Midwest tonight, something is walking through the fields and forests—and it doesn’t match anything science can explain.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

10 Syys 55min

SO EP:657 That's Not A Moose Dad!

SO EP:657 That's Not A Moose Dad!

In this episode, Fred shares two dramatic encounters involving mysterious creatures in Alaska. The first story, recounted by a carpenter named Travis, details his harrowing experience while repairing a remote cabin at Devil's Lake in 2004, where he faced unnerving noises and a powerful force seemingly trying to break in.The second account is from Samuel and his son, who experienced a frightening close call with what they believed to be 'Harry Man' or Bigfoot during a hunting trip in the Yukon Kuskokwim Delta. Both stories emphasize the suspense and fear of encountering unknown, possibly dangerous creatures in the Alaskan wilderness.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our Sponsors 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene 00:09 Travis's Cabin Repair Job 04:05 First Night's Encounter 05:28 The Mysterious Screams 07:04 A Night of Fear and Uncertainty 15:02 Morning After the Encounter 17:06 Preparing for the Final Night 20:23 A Calm Before the Storm 20:56 A Nonchalant Pilot's Bigfoot Tale 21:22 Samuel and Junior's Hunting Trip 23:40 The Encounter Begins 24:53 A Terrifying Realization 27:51 The Escape 36:06 Reflecting on the ExperienceBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

7 Syys 42min

SO EP:656 Bigfoot And The Doctor

SO EP:656 Bigfoot And The Doctor

In this episode of the Bigfoot podcast, the host welcomes Dr. Hogan Sherrow, an evolutionary anthropologist with a profound interest in Sasquatch. They discuss their respective experiences with Bigfoot sightings, ecological overlaps between Sasquatch and black bears, and the challenges of distinguishing between scientific research and personal belief systems in the Bigfoot community.The episode includes detailed recounts of recent encounters during the filming of the upcoming documentary 'My Bigfoot Life,' highlighting the emotional and physical challenges of documenting such phenomena in remote terrains. They also emphasize the importance of skepticism and scientific inquiry in Bigfoot research.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our Sponsors00:00 Introduction and Casual Catch-Up 01:07 Upcoming Bigfoot Conference 02:06 Guest Introduction: Dr. Hogan Sherrow 03:58 Bigfoot: The Superhero of Cryptids 06:16 Skepticism and Misidentifications 15:27 Overlap Between Sasquatch and Bear Ecology 24:52 Personal Experiences and Documentary Filming 32:28 Encounter in the Dark 33:26 Regrouping and Planning 34:06 Strange Sounds in the Woods 34:54 Eye Shine and Pursuit 37:50 Emotional Aftermath 38:40 Debrief and Reflection 41:44 Skepticism and Belief 56:00 Scientific Inquiry vs. Belief 59:43 Closing Thoughts and Future PlansBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

5 Syys 1h 5min

SO EP:655 Bigfoot In The Southern Woods

SO EP:655 Bigfoot In The Southern Woods

Growing up in the north Georgia mountains in the 1980s, I had an encounter that changed everything I thought I knew about the world. Something massive, walking on two legs, chased me out of the woods when I was twelve years old. That terrifying experience sent me down a decades-long rabbit hole, researching and collecting stories from across the American Southeast.In this episode, I share my personal encounter along with the haunting story of Mr. Brown, a Summerville carpenter who came face-to-face with an injured eight-foot-tall creature while hunting ginseng in 1986. We explore the hidden history of Sasquatch sightings throughout Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, and the Carolinas, from ancient Cherokee legends of Tsul 'Kalu to modern-day encounters captured on police dash cams.Despite what skeptics claim about the Southeast being too developed for unknown primates to exist, the evidence tells a different story. We examine compelling accounts from the Minnehaha Falls incident, the Florida Skunk Ape photographs, Tennessee's Flintville Monster siege, and hundreds of other documented encounters that mainstream science refuses to acknowledge. From the vast wilderness of the Great Smoky Mountains to the impenetrable Everglades, these creatures have been seen by thousands of credible witnesses over centuries.This isn't about proving anything to anybody. This is about the truth of what people have experienced in the shadows of the Southern woods, and why these ancient mysteries deserve our respect, not our ridicule.Because sometimes, in those quiet moments when the fog rolls through the hollows and the modern world feels far away, we're reminded that we don't know everything about the forests we call home.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

3 Syys 58min

SO EP:654 The Cannibal Giants: Part Two

SO EP:654 The Cannibal Giants: Part Two

In this episode, Fred from Alaska is back with his second interview with Sonny Grant from Juneau, Alaska, shares his personal adventures and experiences in Thomas Bay and surrounding areas. Highlights include a detailed account of a 1972-1973 church group trip inspired by 'The Strangest Story Ever Told' by Harry Culp, featuring eerie silence and the mysterious 'little people'.The discussion shifts to various legends and sightings, from Sasquatch encounters near Mount Juneau to tales of shape-shifters, orbs, and cannibal giants. Sonny also recounts a terrifying personal encounter with an unknown creature near the Mendenhall Glacier.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our Sponsors 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:05 Sonny's Background and Mount Juno Adventure 00:16 The Thomas Bay Expedition 02:09 Eerie Silence and Strange Occurrences 02:44 Historical Context and Creepy Legends 04:00 Encounters with the Unknown 11:25 Cannibal Giants and Tribal Stories 15:56 Modern Sightings and Personal Experiences 21:32 A Terrifying Encounter on the West Glacier Trail 39:23 Reflections and ConclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

31 Elo 43min

SO EP:653 Bigfoot in the Shadows

SO EP:653 Bigfoot in the Shadows

In this episode, Brian welcomes Mike from New Jersey, who shares his incredible journey from a non-believer to a full-time Bigfoot researcher. Mike discusses his initial Bigfoot expedition, unexpected encounters, and the life-changing experiences that followed.They delve into theories about Bigfoot behavior, vocalizations, and knocks, reflecting on personal and collective research findings. Mike also opens up about his YouTube series 'In the Shadow of Big Red Eye,' detailing its evolution and content. The discussion covers upcoming speaking engagements, conferences, and the promise of new episodes.Visit Shadow Of Red EyeGet Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our Sponsors 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:13 Mike's Bigfoot Journey Begins 03:37 The First Bigfoot Expedition 07:37 Reflecting on the First Encounter 14:57 Diving Deeper into Bigfoot Research 19:34 The Elusive Bigfoot: Belief and Evidence 20:51 Analyzing Famous Bigfoot Evidence 22:43 Personal Encounters and Shifting Beliefs 24:14 Theories on Bigfoot's Nature 27:27 Unique Bigfoot Behaviors and Stories 28:59 Bigfoot Communication: Tree Knocks and More 33:40 Bigfoot Research Presentations and Community 36:13 In the Shadow of Big Red Eye: The ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

29 Elo 44min

SO EP:652 The Badge and the Beast

SO EP:652 The Badge and the Beast

Six veteran law enforcement officers break their silence about encounters that challenged everything they thought they knew about the wilderness they patrol. From a deputy sheriff responding to escalating wildlife complaints at a remote Washington property, to a state trooper whose routine traffic stop on a foggy Kentucky highway became anything but ordinary, these firsthand accounts reveal what happens when those sworn to serve and protect come face to face with something that shouldn't exist.Travel across America through the eyes of the officers who documented the evidence that was later buried in bureaucracy. A park ranger's search and rescue operation in Northern California that uncovered more than missing hikers. A Michigan deputy's investigation into vandalism at abandoned copper mines that led deep underground. An Alaska state trooper's encounter on the desolate Dalton Highway where something survived impossible Arctic conditions. A Texas deputy's missing person case in the Big Thicket that ended with an inexplicable recovery.These aren't campfire tales or local legends.These are detailed accounts from trained observers who filed reports, collected evidence, and photographed proof of something living in the forgotten corners of America. Something that walks upright, demonstrates intelligence, and has learned to avoid human contact while dwelling in the spaces between our world and one far older.Their badges couldn't protect them from the truth. Now they share what really lurks in the backwoods of America.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

27 Elo 52min

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