SO EP:572 The Shape Of Bigfoot

SO EP:572 The Shape Of Bigfoot

In this episode, we dive into the enduring mystery of Bigfoot, exploring why so many people still want to believe in the legendary creature. Following the insights of Lewis and Bartlett’s interviews with 166 dedicated 'bigfooters,' we examine what keeps the myth alive despite a lack of compelling evidence.We take a trip back to 1958, when a small California newspaper first reported the discovery of giant footprints, coining the now-iconic name Bigfoot. From there, we trace the creature’s rise in popular culture—from children’s movies to reality TV—and investigate the ongoing debate over the famous 1967 Patterson-Gimlin film.But Bigfoot is more than just a legend; it’s a symbol of freedom, adventure, and humanity’s desire to connect with the unknown. Whether people are drawn to the search for its ties to nature or its reflection of an older, wilder way of life, Bigfoot remains a larger-than-life figure. We discuss why this myth persists, how modern technology both fuels and undermines belief, and how Bigfoot has found a permanent home—not in the forests, but online.Finally, we uncover the story of the infamous 'Minnesota Iceman'—a supposed frozen Bigfoot-like relic that turned out to be a Hollywood-made hoax. Even so, its impact on cryptozoology remains, much like Bigfoot itself.Join us as we unravel the mystery, the myths, and the modern fascination with Bigfoot. Is it fact, folklore, or something in between? Tune in to find out!

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SO EP:729 The Sheriff Of Bigfoot Country: Part Four

SO EP:729 The Sheriff Of Bigfoot Country: Part Four

In this episode, Brian continues reading from his upcoming book The Sheriff of Bigfoot Country, picking up with Part Four as the story reaches a turning point that changes everything. The classified M...

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SO EP:728 The Essential Guide To Bigfoot

SO EP:728 The Essential Guide To Bigfoot

In this episode, Brian welcomes friend of the show Ken Gerhard—renowned cryptozoologist, bestselling author, field researcher, television personality, public speaker, and now host of his own podcast.K...

13 Feb 48min

SO EP:727 Sasquatch Recon

SO EP:727 Sasquatch Recon

The guys from Sasquatch Recon are back.And this time, they’re taking us deep into the shadowy lowlands of South Carolina and the mysterious foothills of North Carolina—where the line between wildlife ...

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SO EP:726 Bigfoot Beach Combing

SO EP:726 Bigfoot Beach Combing

Fred from the Subarctic Alaska Sasquatch YouTube channel is back.If you want more of Fred’s incredible Alaskan encounters and deep-dive storytelling, be sure to click the link in the show notes and su...

8 Feb 36min

SO EP:725 Let's Talk Bigfoot

SO EP:725 Let's Talk Bigfoot

This episode is a little different than usual—less about a specific encounter and more about an honest, thoughtful conversation. Brian welcomes Luke from Canada, who reached out not to share a dramati...

6 Feb 1h 2min

SO EP:724 Bigfoot Killed My Dog!

SO EP:724 Bigfoot Killed My Dog!

In this episode, Fred from the Subarctic Alaska Sasquatch YouTube channel returns with one of the most difficult encounters he’s ever shared. The story centers on Don, a lifelong Alaskan who chose a s...

4 Feb 42min

SO EP:723 Bigfoot In A Bear Trap

SO EP:723 Bigfoot In A Bear Trap

In the spring of 1979, a quiet cattle farmer in the Appalachian foothills of eastern Tennessee followed a strange sound into the timber beyond his fence line. What he found in a ravine that morning wo...

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SO EP:722 Bigfoot Wasn’t the Scariest Thing Out There

SO EP:722 Bigfoot Wasn’t the Scariest Thing Out There

In this episode, Brian welcomes John from Indiana for a gripping conversation that dives headfirst into the strange, unsettling, and deeply fascinating edges of the paranormal. John shares his journey...

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