Nestled deep within the dense forests of Pennsylvania lies a sorrowful and enigmatic tale echoing through time. This elusive creature, burdened by its purportedly hideous appearance, weeps ceaselessly, with its mournful cries echoing amidst the ancient woodlands. Many have dared to catch such a wild beast, but only a few have successfully captured …

Louisville, Kentucky, has much to offer locals and travelers. There are ghost tours and museums a-plenty for those who love history, not to mention exciting escape rooms for friends and family. And don't forget all the dining experiences and catching a pro game while you're there. But be warned, no matter how alluring the old train tracks may seem,…

Halloween: The perfect time to drink all the pumpkin spice lattes, dress up in your favorite costumes, and eat all the pumpkin and ghoul-shaped desserts. But don’t let this holiday fool you. While you’re enjoying all the treats, the gourds may have a few tricks up their sleeves. ------ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:52 - Deadly plants that eat you back…

With her rolling hills, scenic rivers, deep forests, and healing hot springs, it’s no wonder Arkansas is known as The Natural State. However, there’s another natural wonder that this state holds - its marvelous limestone caverns. But no matter how beautiful The Natural State may be, there is no absolutely nothing natural about this small-town hidde…

Louisiana is rich in cultural history, and its eclectic city, New Orleans, has much to offer. Whether you think of Mardi Gras, king cakes, or crawfish, it’s easy to envision yourself in these bustling streets. But be aware this city may also be hiding a dark secret, one that, if not taken seriously, might unveil a nasty curse. ----00:00 - Start00:4…

Yosemite National Park is home to some of the most gorgeous views. From mountaintop trails to scenic campsites, there's truly something for every nature lover. But be aware. You might even catch a glimpse of a wandering ghost. ------CHAPTERS:00:00 - Start00:54 - Caught them with their pants down…05:06 - The Fresno Nightcrawlers take another stroll.…

From devilish footprints in the snow and waking up to slain sheep, to spotting pumas out in the wild and wolf legends, something has been silently stirring up London's villagers for centuries. ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 01:01 - Cryptid stories that span the globe. 02:23 - Large prints in deep snow. 03:06 - The first written accounts of large cat…

With New England being the oldest region in the United States, it’s no secret that this eastern corner of the America is rich in history. From beautiful landscapes to unique culture, New England is without a doubt bustling with excitement.But when it comes to folklore, it doesn’t stop short of some interesting tales to say the least.----CHAPTERS:00…

----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:49 - The Crocodingo came down. 03:18 - Crocodingo: A Description 05:06 - How did the Crocodingo get its name? 07:18 - The Crocodingo heads underground. 08:41 - Crocodingo theories ----- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlasInteractive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our weekly ep…

Whether you call it the Bigfoot, the Cement Monster, the Sierra Highway Devil, Blue Eyes, the Borrego Sandman, Hairy Devils, the Speedway Monster, or simply Yucca Man, California is no stranger to Sasquatch encounters. And if you ask SoCal residents their thoughts on the Yucca man, they’re sure to tell you something is lurking about in the desert. …

The Swiss Alps have a lot to offer in the way of natural beauty. Spanning across eight countries - including Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Slovenia, and Switzerland - its breathtaking views are truly a sight to see. Between its forty-eight mountain peaks, countless lakes, and an extensive list of flora and fauna, there are…

California, known as the Golden State, is rich in natural resources, precious gold, and its sunny climate. But what you might not know is that California also casts a rather large shadow, one that brings a dark, eerie, and impending doom type of presence along with it. ------CHAPTERS:00:00 - Start00:43 - Spanish Missions, Taming the “Savages,” and …

What's lurking behind the shadows in Lake Worth, Texas? Possibly something between a half-man and half-goat with super strength and the ability to shake up an entire community. ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:48 - Bryan Adams and the Lake Worth Monster 01:24 - The Lake Worth Monster attacks! 04:36 - Lake Worth Monster description. 08:13 - One Fina…

The 1980 Mount St. Helens eruption goes down in history as the most economically destructive and deadly volcanic event that has ever happened in the U.S. But what it unearthed may quite possibly be one of the most terrifying discoveries known to man. ——— CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:49 - She released it from its earthly prison. 04:09 - Close encounte…

Snakes have long been a source of fear for many people. And deep in the heart of Africa, there is quite possibly a snake that few have ever encountered, and even fewer have survived to tell the tale. ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:48 - The Crowing Crested Cobra 03:14 - But where is the proof? 04:28 - Local accounts of the Crowing Crested Cobra 10…

You might be familiar with Salem's Witch Trials, but have you ever heard of the French Werewolf Trials? Join us as we explore the depths of hallucinations, clinical lycanthropy, and, quite possibly, a serial killer on the loose.-----CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start00:40 - Like sheep to the slaughter.04:00 - Into the woods.04:50 - Pierre Burgot’s firsthand a…

It was like something out of an alien movie with its abnormally large head, round, glowing eyes, and thin, lanky body. And when three teenagers shared their own versions of the small creature, the small town of Dover, Massachusetts, would soon forever change. ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:54 - The Dover Demon, an introduction. 01:39 - Dover Demo…

When you think of Minnesota cryptids, werewolf-like creatures might not be what comes to mind. But throughout the late 90s and into the mid-2000s, dogmen seemed to find their way into the land of 10,000 lakes. ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:41 - The Minnesota Dog Man - First hand sighting. 04:59 - Minnesota cryptids and how the Dogman came to be.…

Imagine sitting on the tropical beach of the Bahamas, watching the waves crash while drinking from a coconut with an umbrella straw. Life is good. But be aware your fate can all change in an instant if you're not on your best behavior. ---- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:42 - Luck and our superstitious tendencies. 03:02 - Owls and their relation to cry…

What can jump to incredible heights, breathe blue flames, and wreak havoc on Victorian England? While this may sound like something from your favorite fantasy novel, it may just be an average cloak-wearing gentleman casually roaming the streets. ------ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:50 - Some cryptids are more bizarre than others…. 02:22 - The terror o…

New Orleans is home to many eclectic oddities and curiosities. From Cajun cuisine to French roots and Voodoo Magic, there's a lot to explore. But despite all of the amazing beauty things Louisiana has to offer, it may just be home to a menacing monster lurking beneath swampy territory. ------ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:46 - It gazed with blood red …

Not much really happened in rural Kentucky. But that would all change one late-summer night in 1955, when a fireball seemingly streaked across the evening sky in Hopkinsville, KY, where things began to get otherworldly. --- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start 00:47 - The Sutton family freakout. 01:22 - A fireball shaped like an egg (but the size of a washtub).…

Antarctica, the coldest, driest, and windiest place on Earth, is one of the most peculiar places to research. With strange fish and seemingly unnatural occurrences, scientists have made some astounding discoveries over the last few decades. But Antarctica may have something even more menacing lurking beneath its icy waters. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Start …

The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the most gorgeous views. But it might also be home to a frightening, bristly bearded entity who some believe is the main culprit for deathly forest fires. ----- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our weekly episodes, check ou…

What if Toy Story was real? What if inanimate objects took on a life of their own when we're not looking? Well, according to Japanese lore, this might just be the case. ------------ All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our weekly episodes, check out “Cryptids Across t…

Lake Superior is known for its mysterious, vast waters. But did you know Lake Superior is also said to be home to a mythical aquatic beast that lives deep within the underwater caverns? In this episode, we learn of one diver’s terrorizing encounter that sounds less like an underwater excursion and more like a late-night bar brawl. ----- All links 👉…

Have you heard of the “King of Otters” from Northwestern Ireland? Legend has it, this otter isn’t your average adorable river rat that juggles rocks and links arms with its mate while floating down the river. No, this otter is said to be the downfall of a few local residents. ----- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Ma…

As we journey down south, keep your eyes peeled as we might just run into Arkansas’ most legendary cryptid of all. But be warned, this swampy, southern Sasquatch isn’t your run-of-the-mill Bigfoot encounter story. --------- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlasInteractive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our week…

As we make our way to New Zealand, we might just find the giant, feathered fossil that's said to be back from the grave and stalking the mountains of the southern Island. -------- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our weekly episodes, check out “Cryptids Across the…

As we head to the Black Hills in South Dakota, legened has it, there's a topcoat-wearing humanoid that is said to call out to weary souls encouraging them to join him. ----- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our weekly episodes, check out “Cryptids Across the Atlas…

Located in Busan, South Korea, Jangsan Mountain is home to beautiful landscapes overlooking the sea, with a wide range of hiking mountains. But travelers, be warned. The Jangsan Mountain may also be home to a frightening cryptid waiting to devour lost travelers in the forest. If you hear running water, it may be best to look the other way. ----- Al…

According to New Mexico residents, a florescent flying lizard spends many a night in Albuquerque partying it up in the pasture with goats. Sadly, I hear he’s pretty sucky company to spend an evening with. ------ All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or watch our weekly episodes…

If you find yourself heading to the Pacific Northwest to visit Okanagan Lake, you might want to bring a special gift. According to Canadian folklore, British Colombia is said to be home to a dark serpentine creature awaiting travelers to extend an offering upon crossing the lake to appease its ancestral appetite. -------- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.…

The Ozark Mountains are home to some of Arkansas’s most beautiful springs, waterfalls, lakes, and caverns. In North Western Arkansas, there is an abundance of beauty that gives meaning to its name, the Natural State. But be aware not everything hidden in the hilly forests is as it seems. Legend has it a dog-bear-cat hybrid has been haunting the Oza…

If you find yourself out trekking through Mongolia's Gobi Desert, you might want to pack a few layers of lightweight clothes, an extra canteen of water, and something to shield yourself from the beasts below the shifting sands. Legend has it, this seemingly infinite dry desert is home to a 5-foot long, acid-belching, red sandworm that has provoked …

It seems like some of the smallest, most quaint towns have some of the biggest kept secrets. As we travel to Loveland, Ohio, one of those secrets includes magical wand-waving frogs that may or may not be from another dimension. ------- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen or w…

The dense jungle of the Amazon Rainforest may possibly be home to a colossal land sloth that’s rumored to have survived and thrived since the dawn of the ice age. But if you plan on visiting any time soon, be sure to bring a pair of nose plugs; this thing has an odor that will knock you off your feet, literally. -------- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.i…

If you ever find yourself traveling the pine forests on the northeastern edge of North Carolina, you might want to stay on guard. Legend has it, there's a monstrous feline who spends its nights hunting both creatures and humans alike. But that's not the worst part. No, this ferocious feline sounds less like the one you might find in North America a…

It was like looking in a mirror, if mirrors looked back in time. When the Soviet Union sent explorers into Siberia, they expected to see monstrous-creatures. They just didn’t expect these creatures to look and act so much like them. ------- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://thecryptidatlas.com To listen…

As lumberjacks continued to work their way down the southern edge of the Colorado Rockies, they noticed something out of place. Since the collapse of the Colorado gold rush, they thought they had this land to themselves. But the destruction they witnessed told a different tale. As the sightings of a giant whale-like creature engulfing entire mounta…

At 288,000 square miles (which is about 20,000 miles bigger than Texas, for reference) and with elevation from sea level to peaks upwards of 13,000 feet, Borneo is a vast landscape with amazing spectacles to witness. This tropical wonder is largely covered in a variety of diverse rainforests. Its plant life varies from oaks, teak, and conifers to a…

Up until just a few years ago, performers and creatures alike would hop aboard their private coaches and wind their way across the country to perform spectacles for audiences young and old. The circus was designed to bring the extraordinary into our ordinary lives. One minute we are tending to our daily grind, and the next, oddities and athletes al…

We know very little of what inhabits the depths of the darkest seas as more than 80% of our oceans have yet to be studied or mapped. So what lies at the bottom of our deepest waters? Maybe on today’s exploration, we might just find the greatest shark that ever lived. All links 👉🏻 drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 thecryptidatlas.co…

We have all experienced things we can't explain. Whether we try to rationalize these experiences or chalk them up to happenstance, we just don't have all the answers. No matter how much and energy time we dedicate to research, there are still greater mysteries to be solved. For many Alaskan fishermen, tall tales of underwater cryptids such as the I…

If you’re thinking of venturing alone off into the depths of Australia’s national forests, I'd advise choosing a different path. As a warning for you, hiding amongst the trees, scouting for its next victim, the Yara-ma-yha-who are awaiting their next big meal. ------- All links 👉🏻 https://drum.io/thecryptidatlas Interactive Cryptid Map 👉🏻 https://t…

While Hay Springs, Nebraska, may not make the top of your list of places to travel for your next road trip, this small town may have a lot more going on than you might think. Sometimes, the smallest towns make the largest headlines, all thanks to the Alkali Lake Monster lurking amongst the shadows. ------- All links 👉🏻 drum.io/thecryptidatlas Inter…

Just beyond the safety of our well-lit cities lies a wild world shrouded in mystery. Down the dusty backroads, tucked away in darkest corners, or quite possibly hiding directly among us, are creatures the mind can just barely comprehend. Join us every week at the crossroads of what’s fact and what’s fiction, as we journey down the road less travele…