

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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Jan 29, 2021 • 1h 5min
MTL010 - Cicada 3301 - with Jerry Drake
Do you like puzzles? Were you captivated when you heard how England used a crossword puzzle to recruit code-breakers during WWII? Then join us on this episode of MonsterTalk Live where we talked with return-guest Dr. Jerry Drake to discuss the mystery of Cicada 3301.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Dec 31, 2020 • 3min
MonsterTalk end of year message - 2020
We bid farewell to 2020 and hope for a better and brighter 2021.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Dec 26, 2020 • 1h 6min
223 - The Loveland Frog
Ryan Haupt joins us to discuss the case of The Loveland Frog.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Dec 24, 2020 • 50min
Christmas Ghost Story #008 - The Upper Berth
Blake Smith reads the Francis Marion Crawford ghost story THE UPPER BERTH.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Dec 14, 2020 • 49min
Wild Thing 2: Space Invaders
Blake and Karen talk with Laura Krantz, host of the podcast Wild Thing, about season two of her show which deals with UFOs, SETI, and features interviews with scientists and researchers looking into these topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Nov 29, 2020 • 47min
221 - They Are Already Here - with Sarah Scoles
Author Sarah Scoles joins us to discuss her amazing book They Are Already Here: UFO Culture and Why We See Saucers. It's a terrific ride through UFO culture and the fallout from the 2017 New York Times front-page article about the US Government Program to examine unidentified objects in the sky. AATIP, TTSA, UAPs plus Mac & Me!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Nov 12, 2020 • 1h 6min
220 - Monster Manual
Roll for initiative as Karen and Blake discuss the history of roleplaying games and the Monster Manual with Jon Peterson.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Oct 31, 2020 • 1h 1min
219 - The Usborne book of Ghosts - Christopher Maynard
Join us for a very Halloween themed look at a book which was deeply influential on Karen and Blake. Usborne's WORLD OF THE UNKNOWN: GHOSTS authored by our very special guest, Christopher Maynard.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Oct 22, 2020 • 2min
Introducing: On The Offensive
Karen's latest book is available at Amazon and wherever books are sold. Support MonsterTalk by using the affiliate ad link: bit dot ly forward-slash OnTheOffensiveBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

Oct 19, 2020 • 1h 12min
218 - Season of the Witch
Peter Bebergal returns (previously on episode #180 with his book Strange Frequencies) to discuss magic, witchcraft, and the occult and how those things impacted the world of Rock & Roll music.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.