Astonishing Legends The Van Meter Monster Part 2
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Aug 20, 2023 Explore the mysterious Van Meter Monster and theories surrounding its existence, including encounters with witnesses and the possibility of it being a pterosaur, cryptid, or interdimensional interloper. The podcast delves into the effects of unusual sensory experiences on people and the surreal nature of reality. It also touches on topics such as rising streaming service fees, high-quality dog food, friendship between Ivan T Sanderson and John Keel, unusual encounters with mysterious creatures, and the paradoxical nature of existence. The hosts challenge notions of mass hysteria and discuss the presence of mythical creatures and alien DNA theories. The podcast concludes by renaming the Van Meter Monster as the Van Meter Visitor and exploring the concept of collective consciousness.
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Van Meter Monster Sightings
- The Van Meter Monster terrorized Van Meter, Iowa, for a week in 1903.
- The creature was described as bat-like, eight feet tall, and impervious to bullets.
Credible Witnesses
- The Van Meter Monster story stands out due to credible eyewitnesses.
- These were respected town figures, lending weight to the strange tale.
Comparison to Enfield
- The Van Meter Monster case mirrors Enfield poltergeist in terms of reactions and documentation.
- Sociologists studied reactions to the Enfield incident as it occurred.