

MonsterTalk
Blake Smith
MonsterTalk: The Science Show About Monsters is a free audio podcast that critically examines the science behind cryptozoological (and legendary) creatures, such as Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, or werewolves.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.
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May 20, 2021 • 57min
229 - Watertown 2: Eclectic Boo-Galoo
Blake Smith has uncovered the uncropped "Watertown Ghosts" photo, lost to the public for more than fifty years, plus more discoveries about this famous alleged ghost photo.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Apr 26, 2021 • 1h 30min
228 - The Curious Case of the Creeping Coffins
Did coffins mysteriously move in a crypt in Barbados? Is there a natural explanation?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Mar 31, 2021 • 1h 31min
227 - Bigfoot and the Paranormal
Why are so many "weird" aspects to Bigfoot reports missing from the cryptozoology books? Authors Tim Renner and Josh Cutchins examine the hidden "high strangeness" in Bigfoot Lore.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Mar 20, 2021 • 1h 3min
226 - Usborne book of UFOs
We are joined by entertainer Jon Culshaw to talk about the influential children's book UFOs, (affiliate link) part of the Usborne "World of the Unknown" series that was recently reissued. Jon brings his love of the mysterious and his uncanny ability to do voice impressions as we talk about how UFOs were presented in the 1970s, the wonders of space, and - of course - Doctor Who.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Mar 1, 2021 • 27min
225 - Thylacines and Pademelons
Blake and Karen are joined again by Matt Baxter to talk about the latest Thylacine claims from the TAGOA. The photos dropped last night (US Time) and sadly don't meet up with the hype - but there's still much to talk about with this story.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Mar 1, 2021 • 1h 4min
MTL014 - DOATS: The Hills Have Eyes
deBased on a True Story continues with the Wes Craven film The Hills Have Eyes (affiliate link). Allegedly the film was inspired by the "true" story of the Scot cannibal, Sawney Bean! But is that story even true?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Feb 15, 2021 • 1h 10min
MTL013 - Strange Arrivals with Toby Ball
An interview with Toby Ball about his investigative podcast Strange Arrivals. Season one of Strange Arrivals is a deep look into the foundational UFO abduction case of Betty and Barney Hill.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Feb 7, 2021 • 1h 9min
MTL012 - Women in Paranormal Research
We were joined by paranormal investigator Allison Jornlin on 6/21/2020 for a discussion of women paranormal researchers. A lot of interesting historically significant figures are largely unknown today because they were limited by gender constraints during their time and we were happy to bring some of them to public attention by discussing Allison's research on this topic.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Feb 1, 2021 • 1h 7min
224 - Coral Castle Roundtable
Karen and Blake are joined by Mat Baxter to discuss the mysterious story of Florida's 20th Century Megalith site - Coral Castle.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Jan 31, 2021 • 1h 3min
MTL011 - DeBased on a True Story: The Changeling
We kick off a recurring series on the facts behind popular horror films - deBased on a True Story - with the 1980 ghost-story classic The Changeling. Blake and Karen are joined by Mat Baxter. Originally streamed as part of MonsterTalk Live 6-7-2020.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.