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This week we're in Grafton, West Virginia on the hunt for the Grafton Monster! We detail a few of the sightings, the hysteria and excitement that led to too many people coming out for "monster hunts," and theorize about what this no-headed beefy boy might actual be! Join us by the fire as we once again look at the craziness that happens in West Virginia! And if you like what we do, you can join our Patreon for movie watchalongs and random bonus episodes! https://www.patreon.com/cw/Gregs...
Today we're hanging out in Griggstown, New Jersey to discuss the case of the Griggstown Cow -- a mysterious, potentially ghost, cow that was occasionally seen around town, but never left evidence of its existence! We discuss the creature's minimal story and the shocking ending to a 30 year mystery, but it leads us to the real meat of the episode: does the Griggstown Cow support the true existence of other cryptids?! Pull up a chair by the fire because this is a fun one! Follow “weirder_the_be...
This week we're staying in the huge forests of the Land Between the Lakes to discuss the wolf creature stalking and terrorizing the area, the Beast of the Land Between the Lakes! Join us as we discuss some encounters with this cryptid, learn where the Men in Black might fall into it the whole thing, and marvel at how big this monster's arm are! So pop a squat by the fire, you're always welcome here! And if you like what we do, you can join our Patreon for movie watchalongs and random bo...
This week we're in Bishopville, South Carolina on the hunt for the Lizard Man! We discuss the terrifying encounters with the creature, its evidence, and other possible animals it might be, while also wondering if it has a little nub for a tail and why it hates cars so much! So pop a squat by the fire for this new episode! And if you like what we do, you can join our Patreon for movie watchalongs and random bonus episodes! https://www.patreon.com/cw/GregsCryptidCorner Grab the official shirt o...
This week, we're camping on the Orkney Islands of Scotland discussing the famine-bringing sea demon the Nuckelavee! Learn a little of the folklore of this Scottish monster and how to avoid it, and stick around to learn our theories about it while we get confused about anatomy! Grab your seat by the fire for this freaky folktale! And announced this episode, you can join our Patreon for movie watchalongs and random bonus episodes! https://www.patreon.com/cw/GregsCryptidCorner Grab the off...
This week, we're in the Channing Conservation Area in Dover, Massachusetts to discuss the fateful night where a bunch of teenagers saw what would become known as the Dover Demon! We dive into the details of the three sightings, discuss the creature's appearance, wonder why there's so many teenagers out so late at night in the 70s, lose our minds over the name "Abby Brabham" for some reason, and theorize about what the Dover Demon could be. So join us by the fire to learn about another awesome...
This week, we're drifting around on a small boat in the Baltic Sea off the coast of Poland to discuss the Sea-Bishop, a possible mer-person who looks like a Catholic bishop! We discuss some of the rumored sightings over the years, its lore evolution into something potentially scary and deadly, make a possible connection to the lost city of Atlantis, and decide whether we would eat the Sea-Bishop if given the chance! So pop on a life-preserver, and join us as we hit the water in search of cryp...
Happy Halloween! This week we're camping on Sapelo Island, off the coast of Georgia! We're learning about the history of the Gullah Geechee people, diving into our love of hags, and learning about the lengths a witch will go to steal your skin! Join us for Halloween as we learn all about the Boo Hag! Send us a text
On today's episode, we're staying local in Eric's backyard to discuss Shadow People and their favorite mom's-basement-dwelling friend The Hat Man! We discuss their appearances, our experiences (or lack thereof) of sleep paralysis, the Benadryl challenge, and our theories about these creatures! So, stay awake with us by the fire and enjoy the episode! Grab the official shirt of the podcast! “I’m Squonk. You’re Squonk. Go Birds.” t-shirt! Follow us on instagram @gregscryptidcorner Send us...
This week we're in south central France to talk about the cryptid with the biggest body count so far on the show, the Beast of Gévaudan! We discuss the terror it raised in a few years of the 1700s and our theories on what it may or may not have been, talk way too much about Catholic sacraments, and figure out that we have a lot to learn about France itself! Pop on down by the fire for this spooky episode! Grab the official shirt of the podcast! “I’m Squonk. You’re Squonk. Go Birds.” t-s...
We're down in Kentucky this week discussing the oddly named Pope Lick Monster -- part man, part goat, all creepy! We take a look at his appearance and discuss three potential origin stories. So grab a seat by the fire and come learn about the Kentucky Goatman! Grab the new “I’m Squonk. You’re Squonk. Go Birds.” t-shirt! Follow us on instagram @gregscryptidcorner Send us a text
This week, we're hanging out in Java to discuss the Ahool -- a massive-winged bat-monkey! We discuss our own personal bat experiences, tell the story of Dr. Ernest Bartels' encounters with the cryptid, connect it to other flying monkeys, and swoon over the flying fox! Join us by the fire as we become bat-monkey-men! Grab the new “I’m Squonk. You’re Squonk. Go Birds.” t-shirt! Follow us on instagram @gregscryptidcorner Send us a text
This week we're returning to Adirondack Park in upstate New York to once again discuss some Fearsome Creatures of the Lumberwoods! Last time, we talked about the fiercest of the creatures, but this time we'll learn about the BIGGEST of these wonderful monstrosities, including the Snoligoster, Hugag, and Slide-Rock Bolter. Pop a squat by the campfire for some fun new stories! Grab the new “I’m Squonk. You’re Squonk. Go Birds.” t-shirt! Follow us on instagram @gregscryptidcorner Send us a text
This week we're in Fresno, California to discuss the high-waisted rise of the Fresno Nightcrawlers, a cryptid who's story stretches as long as their legs! Join us as we start the Nude Nightcrawler Foundation (NNF) to clothe nightcrawlers in need, debunk some videos, and imagine the creature in Betty Boop situation. Pop on down by the fire and join in the discussion! Grab the new “I’m Squonk. You’re Squonk. Go Birds.” t-shirt! Follow us on instagram @gregscryptidcorner Send us a text
This week we're up in Northfield, Vermont and camping in a cave inside the Devils Washbowl! We discuss encounters with a potentially HUGE pig/man hybrid, and dig into the story of a young man who went missing on Mischief Night. Are these two things connected?! We also discuss Australia (again), stinky Saison beers, our pitch for an A24 Pigman movie, and Greg's ridiculous upspeak accent. So gather around the fire and get to know this New England monster! Grab the new “I’m Squonk. You’re Squonk...
In the GCC bonus series Campfire Tales, we discuss things that are a little off-kilter from just discussing a cryptid. And on this episode, Dan takes us on a trip through cryptotheology with the Mormom belief in Bigfoot! So come along and learn about Bigfoot's origin, get confused with too many Kimbles, and get your load of spaghetti at the last supper! Grab the new “I’m Squonk. You’re Squonk. Go Birds.” t-shirt! Follow us on instagram @gregscryptidcorner Send us a text
This week we're in the Kelley Nature Preserve by the Little Miami River in Loveland, Ohio on the trail of the Frogman! While Eric is off on his own adventures, we’re joined by friend of the show Jarrett to discuss frog wizards, pokemon, and potential subversion by the Men in Black! Grab the new “I’m Squonk. You’re Squonk. Go Birds.” t-shirt! Follow us on instagram @gregscryptidcorner Send us a text
This week we're in Gambrill State Park in Frederick, Maryland to discuss the Snallygaster, a Germanic-inspired flying cryptid with tentacles on its face! We discuss its appearance and actions, and the legitimacy of newspaper reporting, as well as digging into the sad dark history of how Snallygaster was used to spread fear in the 18th and 19th centuries in America. So join us by the fire to learn about this East Coast cryptid! Grab the new “I’m Squonk. You’re Squonk. Go Birds.” t-shirt! Foll...
This week we're off to the mountains of Peru to discuss a were-llama-incest-demon, the Jarjacha! We try to wrap our heads around the look of this creature, discuss reasons for eating brains, and put plans together for a new cryptid-fur clothing company! Follow us on instagram @gregscryptidcorner Send us a text
Join us as we travel to Hopkinsville, Kentucky to learn about the 1955 encounter with little goblin creatures - potentially from space - and celebrate the 70th anniversary of the night that would change the lives of three families forever! Could it really have been an alien siege on a farmhouse, or could have it just have been a bunch of cats or owls that terrorized eleven people?! Pull up a seat by the campfire to find out! Follow us on instagram @gregscryptidcorner Send us a text























