Creatures Unknown

Nov 20 2024 25 ep. 57 mins
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You know Bigfoot? Mothman? The Loch Ness monster? Well, we do and we want to tell you about them! From cryptids and folklore to mysteries and strange phenomena, we’re here to discuss the unknown and maybe joke around a bit. Tag along with queer siblings Stef and Abbie Emeigh to hear all that’s weird and creepy. Follow us on Instagram @creaturesunknownpodcast.

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Episode 26: Pope Lick Monster

Nov 20 2024 54 mins  
This week on Creatures Unknown, we explore the eerie legend of the Pope Lick Monster, Kentucky's infamous Goatman. Residing beneath a treacherous railroad trestle, this half-human, half-goat cryptid is said to use mimicry and even sheer terror to lure victims into fatal encounters with oncoming trains. We delve into its sinister origins, from circus sideshow horrors to twisted ta

Episode 25: Hodag

Nov 06 2024 45 mins  
In this episode, we dive into the wild world of the Hodag, a mythical creature with bull horns, a spiked back, and a mischievous grin straight out of American folklore. Born from the ashes of oxen, this elusive creature became a legend thanks to Wisconsin timberman Eugene Shepherd, who “captured” a Hodag with a mix of dark humor and theatrical flair. From 19th-century hoax to s

Episode 24: Spooky Stories

Oct 30 2024 64 mins  
Episode 24 of Creatures Unknown brings you the final installment of our Halloween month special episodes! The best way we know to wrap up spooky season is to swap spooky stories! Join us and listen to real and fictional eerie stories we’ve pulled from Reddit. Share your scary tales with us in the comments or on Instagram @creaturesunknownpodcast! Sources Distorted Warning Signals

Episode 23: What Scares Your Hosts the Mosts: Uncanny Valley and Appalachian Folklore

Oct 23 2024 62 mins  
Prepare for goosebumps as we dive into two spine-chilling topics that unnerve even your fearless hosts! In this eerie episode, we explore the uncanny valley—why human-like robots and CGI characters can feel so disturbingly off—and the unsettling folklore of Appalachia. From the unnatural movement of nearly human androids to the ghostly legends of the Appalachian mountains, thes

Episode 22: Vampires

Oct 16 2024 71 mins  
In this chilling episode of Creatures Unknown, we sink our teeth into the world of vampires! From ancient demon lore to Vlad Dracula's brutal reign, we uncover the origins of vampire myths across history. Explore how Enlightenment-era Europe became gripped by fear of the undead and how Bram Stoker's *Dracula* solidified Romania as the home of these bloodthirsty creatures. We dive d

Episode 21: Creepypasta

Oct 09 2024 73 mins  
In this eerie episode of Creatures Unknown, we dive into the spine-chilling world of internet folklore—Creepypasta. From the faceless menace of Slenderman to the bone-chilling Rake, and the endless halls of the Backrooms, these modern-day scary tales have taken on lives of their own. We also explore the unsettling tales of Ted the Caver, the Russian Sleep Experiment, and more. Di

Episode 20: The Origin of Halloween

Oct 02 2024 50 mins  
In Episode 20 of Creatures Unknown, we delve into the rich history behind Halloween! From its ancient roots in the Celtic festival of Samhain to its transformation into the candy-filled, spooky night we celebrate today, we’ll uncover how All Hallow’s Eve evolved through time. Discover how spirits, costumes, and bonfires were central to Samhain and learn about the Christian infl

Episode 19: The Michigan Dogman

Sep 25 2024 59 mins  
In this episode of Creatures Unknown, we talk about the legend of the Michigan Dogman, a creature that has haunted the forests of Michigan's Lower Peninsula for over a century. Described as a towering, bipedal canine with a man's torso and the head of a wolf, the Dogman is said to have piercing amber eyes and a scream that resembles a human cry. First sighted by lumberjacks

Episode 18: Van Meter Visitor

Sep 18 2024 49 mins  
In this episode, we investigate the mysterious Van Meter Visitor, a winged cryptid that terrorized the small town of Van Meter, Iowa, in 1903. Described as a towering, bat-like creature with a blinding light emanating from its horn, the Visitor was seen by multiple witnesses over several nights, leaving behind three-toed tracks and a pungent odor. Despite attempts to shoot it, the

Episode 17: Squonk

Sep 11 2024 45 mins  
This week, we venture deep into the hemlock forests of Pennsylvania to uncover the legend of the Squonk, the saddest cryptid in the world. Said to resemble a small, pig-like creature with wrinkled, ill-fitting skin, warts, and cauliflower ears, the Squonk is a tragic figure—constantly weeping over its unfortunate appearance. We explore the Squonk's origins, its possible conne