SO EP:566 Sasquatch: The Making Of A Legend?
Sasquatch Odyssey5 Helmi 2025

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:338 The Sasquatch Archives: With Todd Prescott

SO EP:338 The Sasquatch Archives: With Todd Prescott

My guest tonight is the creator and curator of the Sasquatch Archives Todd Prescott. He is here to share not only his personal encounter stories, but to allow us to peek behind the curtain on the beginnings of the archives. This is a must listen for anyone who is into the subject!Sasquatch Archives YouTube ChannelSupport Our SponsorsVisit 4 Patriots Use Promo Code SASQUATCH for 10% off your first purchase!Sasquatch Odyssey Is Sponsored By BetterHelpVisit HelloFresh Now For Your 16 Free Meals!Get Dave Here!Visit Hangar1 PublishingSasquatch Odyssey YouTube ChannelVisit Our WebsiteParanormal World Productions Merchandise Store Support The Showhttps://www.patreon.com/paranormalworldproductionsAll The Socials And Stuff/Contact Brianhttps://linktr.ee/ParanormalWorldProductionsbrian@paranormalworldproductions.com Send Brian A Voicemail Or Tell Your Storyhttps://www.speakpipe.com/SasquatchOdysseyPodcastFollow The Show On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sasquatchodyssey/Follow The Show On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sasquatchodysseypodcast?_t=8XRHQxPMFYo&_r=1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

21 Heinä 20231h 6min

SO EP:337  Dogman Terror In The Woods: Chapter Six

SO EP:337 Dogman Terror In The Woods: Chapter Six

This mid-week bonus features chapter six of a story written by friend and former guest of the show author Tiffany S. Doran. It is about two couples dealing with dogman on and aorund their property. This is one that will have you hooked and coming back for more! Check out Tiffany's other books using the link below.Tiffany S. Doran BooksSupport Our SponsorsVisit 4 Patriots Use Promo Code SASQUATCH for 10% off your first purchase!Sasquatch Odyssey Is Sponsored By BetterHelpVisit HelloFresh Now For Your 16 Free Meals!Get Dave Here!Visit Hangar1 PublishingSasquatch Odyssey YouTube ChannelVisit Our WebsiteParanormal World Productions Merchandise Store Support The Showhttps://www.patreon.com/paranormalworldproductionsAll The Socials And Stuff/Contact Brianhttps://linktr.ee/ParanormalWorldProductionsbrian@paranormalworldproductions.com Send Brian A Voicemail Or Tell Your Storyhttps://www.speakpipe.com/SasquatchOdysseyPodcastFollow The Show On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sasquatchodyssey/Follow The Show On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sasquatchodysseypodcast?_t=8XRHQxPMFYo&_r=1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

19 Heinä 202328min

Baby Bigfoot Caught On Camera!

Baby Bigfoot Caught On Camera!

On this special episode of the show, we are talking all things Squatch Con Idaho 2023! Squatch Con Idaho is hosting the live stream world premier of the ENHANCED video footage of a bigfoot captured in 1994 by Paul Freeman, a world renowned bigfoot hunter who died in 2003. The "Freeman Video" is famous because it features a small bigfoot riding on the back of a larger bigfoot. Freeman shot the video near the Blue Mountains region of northeastern Oregon. The recording is of a resolution too low to be considered conclusive by many people who view it. Now, due to advances in technology, the footage has been enhanced by Doug Hajicek, an expert who has had a very successful television career spanning more than 25 years. Hajicek's team is overseeing the release of the footage via live stream. Freeman's son Mike Freeman will attend Squatch Con Idaho to discuss the video with the event's all star panel of bigfoot experts - Dr. Jeffery Meldrum, Cliff Barackman and Brian King-Sharp.Get Your Squatch Con Idaho Tickets Get Your Pay Per View PassSasquatch Odyssey Podcast YouTubeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

17 Heinä 202324min

SO EP:336 Texas Woodboogers, Desert Apes, Pascagoula Prowler: Big Brother Bigfoot Chapters 12-14

SO EP:336 Texas Woodboogers, Desert Apes, Pascagoula Prowler: Big Brother Bigfoot Chapters 12-14

This is part three of me narrating chapters 12-14 of the book Big Brother Bigfoot. In, Big Brother, Bigfoot, author and researcher, Connor Flynn will not only take you on an adventure like he did in his first book, Erie Swamps. He will showcase the in-depth research he’s painstakingly done which could possibly show the missing link to humans lurks in the forests of North America.While many people go to churches or street side shrines to find God and the answers to why we’re here. Connor will take you to uncharted dense terrain searching for the connection to our creator. Together we will travel from the peninsula to the mountains and from the swamps to the desert, searching for such creatures as Sasquatch, werewolves and whatever else is hiding in the cracks of Earth which may give us an answer to the age-old question. Where did we come from?Support Our SponsorsVisit 4 Patriots Use Promo Code SASQUATCH for 10% off your first purchase!Sasquatch Odyssey Is Sponsored By BetterHelpVisit HelloFresh Now For Your 16 Free Meals!Get Dave Here!Visit Hangar1 PublishingSasquatch Odyssey YouTube ChannelVisit Our WebsiteParanormal World Productions Merchandise Store Support The Showhttps://www.patreon.com/paranormalworldproductionsAll The Socials And Stuff/Contact Brianhttps://linktr.ee/ParanormalWorldProductionsbrian@paranormalworldproductions.com Send Brian A Voicemail Or Tell Your Storyhttps://www.speakpipe.com/SasquatchOdysseyPodcastFollow The Show On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sasquatchodyssey/Follow The Show On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sasquatchodysseypodcast?_t=8XRHQxPMFYo&_r=1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

16 Heinä 202333min

SO EP:335 Bigfoot Bluff Charge In Louisiana!

SO EP:335 Bigfoot Bluff Charge In Louisiana!

My guest tonight is Lisa from Louisiana. She is here to share her personal experiences both as a child and later in life with these elusive creatures. Some of her experiences seem to point to the possibity that these things may be more agressive here in the south! Support Our SponsorsVisit 4 Patriots Use Promo Code SASQUATCH for 10% off your first purchase!Sasquatch Odyssey Is Sponsored By BetterHelpVisit HelloFresh Now For Your 16 Free Meals!Get Dave Here!Visit Hangar1 PublishingSasquatch Odyssey YouTube ChannelVisit Our WebsiteParanormal World Productions Merchandise Store Support The Showhttps://www.patreon.com/paranormalworldproductionsAll The Socials And Stuff/Contact Brianhttps://linktr.ee/ParanormalWorldProductionsbrian@paranormalworldproductions.com Send Brian A Voicemail Or Tell Your Storyhttps://www.speakpipe.com/SasquatchOdysseyPodcastFollow The Show On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sasquatchodyssey/Follow The Show On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sasquatchodysseypodcast?_t=8XRHQxPMFYo&_r=1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

14 Heinä 202346min

SO EP:334  Dogman Terror In The Woods: Chapter Five

SO EP:334 Dogman Terror In The Woods: Chapter Five

This mid-week bonus features chapter five of a story written by friend and former guest of the show author Tiffany S. Doran. It is about two couples dealing with dogman on and aorund their property. This is one that will have you hooked and coming back for more! Check out Tiffany's other books using the link below.Tiffany S. Doran BooksSupport Our SponsorsVisit 4 Patriots Use Promo Code SASQUATCH for 10% off your first purchase!Sasquatch Odyssey Is Sponsored By BetterHelpVisit HelloFresh Now For Your 16 Free Meals!Get Dave Here!Visit Hangar1 PublishingSasquatch Odyssey YouTube ChannelVisit Our WebsiteParanormal World Productions Merchandise Store Support The Showhttps://www.patreon.com/paranormalworldproductionsAll The Socials And Stuff/Contact Brianhttps://linktr.ee/ParanormalWorldProductionsbrian@paranormalworldproductions.com Send Brian A Voicemail Or Tell Your Storyhttps://www.speakpipe.com/SasquatchOdysseyPodcastFollow The Show On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sasquatchodyssey/Follow The Show On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sasquatchodysseypodcast?_t=8XRHQxPMFYo&_r=1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

12 Heinä 202328min

SO EP:333 Bob Gimlin "I know what I saw" On The Record About The PG Film

SO EP:333 Bob Gimlin "I know what I saw" On The Record About The PG Film

This weeks weekend bonus episode is soemthing I have never done before. I am sharing a portion of an ultra rare Oct. 26th 1967 radio interview with Roger Patterson and Bob Gimlin. This portion of the interview is curtosy of Todd Prescott and the Sasquatch Archives. I am breaking down what was said during that interview and a more recent 2019 interview with Bob Gimlin. I point out some huge red flags and share my take on what they mean. Stick around until the end to hear how my opinion on the film and it's authenticity has changed!Visit The Sasquatch Archives Support Our SponsorsVisit 4 Patriots Use Promo Code SASQUATCH for 10% off your first purchase!Sasquatch Odyssey Is Sponsored By BetterHelpVisit HelloFresh Now For Your 16 Free Meals!Get Dave Here!Visit Hangar1 PublishingSasquatch Odyssey YouTube ChannelVisit Our WebsiteParanormal World Productions Merchandise Store Support The Showhttps://www.patreon.com/paranormalworldproductionsAll The Socials And Stuff/Contact Brianhttps://linktr.ee/ParanormalWorldProductionsbrian@paranormalworldproductions.com Send Brian A Voicemail Or Tell Your Storyhttps://www.speakpipe.com/SasquatchOdysseyPodcastFollow The Show On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sasquatchodyssey/Follow The Show On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sasquatchodysseypodcast?_t=8XRHQxPMFYo&_r=1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

9 Heinä 202335min

SO EP:332 Bigfoot: Rob Lowe In Area X!

SO EP:332 Bigfoot: Rob Lowe In Area X!

My guest tonight is Brian Brown. He is a former NAWAC member and long time Bigfoot researcher. He and I discuss his many encounters in and around the Area X site, and Brian shares the experineces he had with Rob Lowe and his two sons during the filming of an episode of The Lowe Files. This is one that you don't want to miss!Donate To Brian's Bigfoot Expedition Fund Support Our SponsorsVisit 4 Patriots Use Promo Code SASQUATCH for 10% off your first purchase!Sasquatch Odyssey Is Sponsored By BetterHelpVisit HelloFresh Now For Your 16 Free Meals!Get Dave Here!Visit Hangar1 PublishingSasquatch Odyssey YouTube ChannelVisit Our WebsiteParanormal World Productions Merchandise Store Support The Showhttps://www.patreon.com/paranormalworldproductionsAll The Socials And Stuff/Contact Brianhttps://linktr.ee/ParanormalWorldProductionsbrian@paranormalworldproductions.com Send Brian A Voicemail Or Tell Your Storyhttps://www.speakpipe.com/SasquatchOdysseyPodcastFollow The Show On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sasquatchodyssey/Follow The Show On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sasquatchodysseypodcast?_t=8XRHQxPMFYo&_r=1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

7 Heinä 202359min

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