SO EP:673 The Florida Skunk Ape
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SO EP:673 The Florida Skunk Ape

In this episode, we’re heading deep into the muggy heart of Florida — into the swamps, forests, and backroads most people only see from the safety of an airboat. Out here, under the cover of night and cypress moss, something moves through the shadows. Something big. Something that hundreds of people claim to have seen over the last two centuries — but science still refuses to acknowledge.

We’re talking about the Florida Skunk Ape — the Sunshine State’s answer to Bigfoot, and one of the most unsettling mysteries still hiding in America’s wilderness.You might think Florida’s too developed for anything unknown to stay hidden. But across generations, the reports haven’t stopped. Law enforcement officers, hunters, families, and veterans have all described seeing the same thing: a massive, hair-covered figure with glowing red eyes and a smell so strong it made their stomachs turn.

These aren’t campfire tales — they’re official reports, eyewitness accounts, and in some cases, physical evidence collected by people who had everything to lose and nothing to gain by speaking up.

We’ll explore nearly 200 years of sightings and encounters, from frontier settlers in the early 1800s who described “man-sized monkeys” raiding fishing camps, to the terrifying 1929 incident at the Perky Bat Tower, where something powerful enough to shake a thirty-foot structure drove out every bat inside. We’ll look at the case of two Palm Beach County deputies in the 1970s — both seasoned outdoorsmen — who came face to face with a seven-foot creature while investigating livestock attacks.

They even recovered hair samples caught on a barbed wire fence. You’ll also hear about the Vietnam veteran who, in 1977, watched an eight-foot creature emerge from the mangroves behind his home and was so shaken that he cleared thirty feet of brush from around his property just to sleep at night. And then there are the photographs. In 2000, an elderly woman in Sarasota County sent two chilling images to the sheriff’s office, showing what appeared to be a reddish-brown, ape-like creature crouched behind her backyard.

The so-called Myakka Photos are still being analyzed and debated over two decades later.We’ll talk about Dave Shealy, the man who’s dedicated his life to proving the Skunk Ape exists — running his Skunk Ape Research Headquarters in the heart of the Everglades. His 2000 video footage of a creature running through the swamp is still one of the most-watched cryptid videos online. But this episode goes deeper than the sightings.

We’re asking why so many people — trained law enforcement officers, hunters, and locals — believe they’ve seen something that modern science says shouldn’t exist. We’ll dive into the psychology, the skepticism, the cultural roots of the legend, and even the Seminole people’s stories of Esti Capcaki, the “tall hairy man” that predates European settlement by centuries.

By the end of this episode, you’ll feel the humid air, hear the buzz of the swamp at night, and maybe understand why so many Floridians won’t step foot into certain parts of the wilderness after dark. This isn’t just another campfire tale. This is a journey through real encounters, credible witnesses, and the enduring mystery of something hiding out there in the heart of Florida’s wild places.

Whether you’re a believer, a skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode might just make you slow down a little the next time you’re driving through the backroads of the Everglades after sunset — especially if you see a pair of glowing eyes staring back at you from the tree line.This is the episode the swamp doesn’t want you to hear.

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Sasquatch Unleashed: The Truth Behind The Legend

Sasquatch Unleashed: The Truth Behind The Legend

Order Sasquatch Unleashed Step into the shadows of the unknown with "Sasquatch Unleashed: The Truth Behind the Legend," where former law enforcement officer and seasoned investigator Brian King-Sharp takes you on a suspense-filled journey to unravel one of nature's most enduring mysteries—the existence of Sasquatch.In this gripping book, King-Sharp weaves together a tapestry of scientific inquiry, personal field research, and captivating storytelling that will leave you questioning the line between myth and reality. With each page, you'll be drawn deeper into a world where footprints loom large in the mud, eerie howls echo through the forest, and fleeting shadows hint at a creature just beyond reach."Sasquatch Unleashed" is not merely a recounting of encounters; it's an exploration of human perception, belief, and our fascination with the creatures that lurk at the edges of our understanding. King-Sharp challenges readers to confront their preconceptions, scrutinize evidence with a critical eye, and join him in seeking answers to questions that have long eluded us.As you navigate through tales of high strangeness and confront the skepticism that shrouds Sasquatch research, prepare for an experience that transcends traditional reading. Hangar 1 Publishing's innovative Immersive Book Technology (IBT) enhances your journey with carefully curated videos at the back of the book—each one designed to complement your reading experience by bringing vivid detail and context to King-Sharp's enthralling investigation."Sasquatch Unleashed: The Truth Behind the Legend" promises more than just words on a page—it offers an immersive adventure that beckons you to delve into realms unseen. Will you heed its call? Discover for yourself—grab your copy today and become part of a story that defies imagination yet demands exploration.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

22 Jan 20245min

SO EP:421 Bigfoot At Mammoth Cave

SO EP:421 Bigfoot At Mammoth Cave

This episode features a series of voice messages from Jenny in New York. She used our leave us a voicemail button and strung together some interesting experiences she had while camping in the Mammoth Cave area of Kentucky.You can be a part of the show by leaving us your message by using the button right here in the show notes.Mammoth Cave, located in south-central Kentucky, is a world-renowned natural wonder and a significant historical and cultural site. It is the longest known cave system in the world, with over 400 miles of explored passageways. The cave is a part of the Mammoth Cave National Park, which was established in 1941 and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981.The history of Mammoth Cave dates back thousands of years. Native American tribes, including the Shawnee, Cherokee, and others, have long recognized the cave's significance. They used it for various purposes, such as shelter, burial grounds, and ceremonial rituals. Evidence of their presence, including artifacts and drawings, has been discovered within the cave.European settlers began exploring Mammoth Cave in the late 18th century. In 1809, a slave named Stephen Bishop became one of the first guides to extensively explore and map the cave. Bishop's knowledge and expertise were instrumental in uncovering many of the cave's secrets. During the 19th century, Mammoth Cave gained popularity as a tourist attraction. Visitors from all over the world flocked to the area to witness the awe-inspiring natural formations and learn about the cave's history. The cave's unique geological features, such as stalactites, stalagmites, and underground rivers, continue to captivate visitors to this day.While Mammoth Cave is primarily known for its geological wonders, it has also been the site of numerous Sasquatch encounters. Sasquatch, also known as Bigfoot, is a legendary creature believed to inhabit remote wilderness areas. There have been several documented sightings and encounters with Sasquatch in the Mammoth Cave area.Witnesses have reported seeing large, hairy creatures roaming the forested areas surrounding the cave. These sightings often occur in the early morning or late evening when the area is less crowded. Some witnesses have described hearing strange vocalizations or experiencing an eerie sense of being watched.Purchase Brian's Book Sasquatch Unleashed: The Truth Behind The LegendBackwoods Horror Stories On YouTubeBackwoods Horror Stories On Apple PodcastsBackwoods Horror Stories On SpotifyJoin Patreon Support The ShowLeave Us A VoicemailSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar1 PublishingJoin The Sasquatch Odyssey Fans GroupFollow Sasquatch Odyssey On Instagram Sasquatch 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 Jan 202422min

SO EP:420 Bigfoot Backwoods Horror Stories

SO EP:420 Bigfoot Backwoods Horror Stories

This bonus episode features three stories from our brand new channel Backwoods Horror Stories. These are stories submitted that you won't hear anywhere else. So head over to YouTube by clicking the link below and subscribe, or listen to Backwoods Horror Stories anywhere you listen to audio podcasts.Get Brian's Book Sasquatch Unleashed The Truth Behind The LegendBackwoods Horror Stories On YouTubeBackwoods Horror Stories On Apple PodcastsBackwoods Horror Stories On SpotifyJoin Patreon Support The ShowLeave Us A VoicemailSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar1 PublishingJoin The Sasquatch Odyssey Fans GroupFollow Sasquatch Odyssey On Instagram Sasquatch 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.

20 Jan 202427min

SO EP:419 Tracker Hunts Down Bigfoot

SO EP:419 Tracker Hunts Down Bigfoot

My guest tnight is Cindy from Idaho and she is here for part two of her many experiences with Sasquatch in the Big Thicket area of Texas as well as her property in Idaho. Make sure you stick around to hear the story about the tracker that was hired to hunt down a Sasquatch!Purchase Brian's Book Sasquatch Unleashed: The Truth Behind The LegendBackwoods Horror Stories On YouTubeBackwoods Horror Stories On Apple PodcastsBackwoods Horror Stories On SpotifyJoin Patreon Support The ShowLeave Us A VoicemailSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar1 PublishingJoin The Sasquatch Odyssey Fans GroupFollow Sasquatch Odyssey On Instagram Sasquatch 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 Jan 20241h 3min

SO EP:418 Albino Bigfoot

SO EP:418 Albino Bigfoot

This mid-week bonus features a compilation of stories about encounters with white or Albino Bigfoot. We move from there into an interesting story of a lady who claims that she was taken and held for three days by a Sasquatch. We even mis in a little science with a couple of articles on Gigantopithecus Blacki and the discovery of Sasquatch. Backwoods Horror Stories On YouTubeBackwoods Horror Stories On Apple PodcastsBackwoods Horror Stories On SpotifyJoin Patreon Support The ShowLeave Us A VoicemailSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar1 PublishingJoin The Sasquatch Odyssey Fans GroupFollow Sasquatch Odyssey On Instagram Sasquatch 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.

17 Jan 202435min

SO EP:417 The Minerva Monster

SO EP:417 The Minerva Monster

This weeks Sunday bonus is all about the Minerva Monster! Backwoods Horror Stories On YouTubeBackwoods Horror Stories On Apple PodcastsBackwoods Horror Stories On SpotifyJoin Patreon Support The ShowLeave Us A VoicemailSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar1 PublishingJoin The Sasquatch Odyssey Fans GroupFollow Sasquatch Odyssey On Instagram Sasquatch 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 Jan 202441min

SO EP:416 Big Thicket Bigfoot

SO EP:416 Big Thicket Bigfoot

My guest tnight is Cindy from Idaho and she is here for part one of her many experinces with Sasquatch in the Big Thicket area of Texas as well as her property in Idaho. This is part one of two, so make sure you tune in next week to get the rest of these amazing experiences. Backwoods Horror Stories On YouTubeBackwoods Horror Stories On Apple PodcastsBackwoods Horror Stories On SpotifyJoin Patreon Support The ShowLeave Us A VoicemailSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar1 PublishingJoin The Sasquatch Odyssey Fans GroupFollow Sasquatch Odyssey On Instagram Sasquatch 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 Jan 20241h 3min

SO EP:415 Bigfoot Left Me A Gift

SO EP:415 Bigfoot Left Me A Gift

My guest tonight is Daisy from Nova Scotia and she is here to share her experiences from childhood, while living on the reserve. Backwoods Horror Stories On YouTubeBackwoods Horror Stories On Apple PodcastsBackwoods Horror Stories On SpotifyJoin Patreon Support The ShowLeave Us A VoicemailSupport Our SponsorsVisit Hangar1 PublishingJoin The Sasquatch Odyssey Fans GroupFollow Sasquatch Odyssey On Instagram Sasquatch 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.

10 Jan 202431min

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