Welcome to the final episode of Season 1 of the Prince of Whales PODcast! Before we head out for a summer of whale watching and bring you our Breaching News on CHEK TV, we’re closing the season with a dive into the mysterious world of ocean legends. From krakens to mermaids to the mighty megalodon, we explore the myths, the facts, and the creatures that may have inspired them.

Topics Include:

(0:32 ) Kraken folklore from Scandinavia to Haida Gwaii — and real-life giant squid(4:39 ) Mermaids vs. sirens: global myths, mistaken identities, and ancient sea nymphs(8:33 ) Caddy the Cadborosaurus and BC’s own sea serpent sightings(12:04 ) Oarfish: the eerie “doomsday fish” linked to natural disasters(13:43 ) Megalodon: the prehistoric mega-shark that ruled the seas

Thanks for joining us this season! We’ll be back in the fall for Season 2. Until then, catch us Saturdays at 5 on CHEK News and follow along at @princeofwhaleswhalewatching . We’ll see you on the water!