Walden Pod 88 - Is the Michigan Dogman Real? My Encounter with a Cryptid
Oct 8, 2025
Join Jack Wagner, host of the Otherworld podcast, and wolf researcher Maeve Rogers as they delve into the chilling lore of the Michigan Dogman. Emerson recounts his eerie encounter with a wolf-like creature, revealing its shocking bipedal movement. The discussion unpacks the cultural origins of dogman folklore, skepticism towards sightings, and the role of hoaxes. Maeve offers insights into wolf behavior, exploring whether these legends stem from misidentified wildlife. Prepare for a captivating blend of personal narrative and scientific inquiry!
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Unexpected Wolf Encounter In Daylight
- Emerson recounts a daylight walk in Michigan where a wolf appeared ~30–40 feet away and kept pace with him and his girlfriend.
- He says the wolf then stood on its hind legs and ran bipedally for several seconds, terrifying him.
Witness Reaction Shaped His Silence
- Emerson describes watching the animal keep pace as they ran and then losing sight of it near the yard when it stopped running with them.
- He says his girlfriend did not see the animal stand and later laughed when he told her, which silenced him.
Kept The Sighting Private For Years
- Emerson first kept the encounter private for years because of social pressure and disbelief from others.
- He later confirmed details with his younger brother, who remembered the same event.
