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CHINWAG LIVE: Beware the Batsquatch

Paul Giamatti’s CHINWAG with Stephen Asma

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Mythical Beasts and Folklore

In this chapter, the speakers engage in a lighthearted discussion on legendary creatures like Sasquatch and Caddy, examining their place in horror culture and audience perceptions. They debate the plausibility of these monsters' existence, referencing historical sightings and scientific theories, such as the connection to Gigantopithecus blackie. The chapter concludes with reflections on how folklore intersects with marine biology, probing into the mysteries of sea monsters and the potential for undiscovered wonders in our oceans.

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