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Cryptid Addicted

Cryptid Addicted

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They're weird and sometimes frightening. They've been spotted in our forests, our oceans and even in our cities. Are they in your neighbourhood? Rarely seen or photographed, some dispute that they even exist at all... They're Megan and Paddy, and they want to talk to you about Cryptids.
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A bite sized look into the monsters of global folklore, cryptozoology and mythology with your host, Erin. Jump in and learn about your favourite monsters from Gorgons to Kelpies, to Wendigos to Bigfoot. Stay spooky every Thursday with a new episode with a new monster from another culture. Get in touch on Twitter at @mythmonsterspod
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Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker and renowned paranormal investigator Chad Calek (American Ghost Hunter, Paranormal State, Sir Noface) shares countless harrowing stories about the intense events he’s witnessed throughout his 25-year investigative career, which Calek has taken part in over 500 paranormal investigations into claims of not only ghost encounters, poltergeist activity, and alleged demonic possession, but also cases involving UFO sightings, cryptid attacks (such as the Jersey D ...
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We have a double feature release! The first one of this week is the terrifying one-legged bloodsucker, the Patasola! How can you guarantee you'd turn into this monster? How is it linked to the sanctity of the forest? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: h…
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The second of our double feature this week - we're looking into the epic Golem from Jewish folklore for this one! How could you create one of these simple giants? How are they linked to pogroms and Poland during WW2? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: h…
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In this week's episode, we're heading to Middle Earth to celebrate the release of The Rings of Power season 2 with the wonderful Hobbits! How do these leather-footed creatures relate to English folklore? Why are Tolkien's creations so impactful on folklore? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Websi…
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For this week's episode, we're heading to the coldest regions of Japan for the inspiration behind the Pokemon, Froslass - the Yuki-onna! Who would she target with her icy breath? How could you get her to marry you instead of murder you? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonst…
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In this week's episode, we're heading over to Poland to look at the terrifying Plague Maidens - or Morowa Dziewica! How do these monsters relate to Jewish pogroms? How much do I love talking about the Black Death? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: http…
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We're heading down to the Norse underworld this week for one of the fearsome guardians of Hel, Garmr! How does this hellhound compare to Cerberus from Greek myth? How does he contribute to Ragnarok? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: https://open.spotif…
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For this week's episode, we're heading over the Alps for a terrifying dragon (kinda?), the Tatzelwurm! How can you get this little terror to move on from your livestock? Why is it even called a dragon? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: https://open.spo…
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In this week's delayed (sorry!) episode, we're hopping over to China for the terrifying but also quite weird Jiangshi! How do these monsters link to Vampires and Zombies? How do they relate to the first Emperor of China? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotif…
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In this week's episode, we're heading over to Ancient Egypt to look at a god! I know, shock and horror, BUT he is also a monster - yes, we're covering Apep this week! How does this monster contrast the Egyptian pantheon? Where's best to avoid his soul-sucking aura? Find out this week? Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monste…
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For this week's episode, we're heading over to Central America to look at the good and the evil dog spirits, the Cadejo! How does this monster link to the ancient Aztecs? How can you make sure to avoid the bad one? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: htt…
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In this week's episode, we're heading over to West Virginia in the US for an extra-terrestrial monster, The Flatwoods Monster! How many times has this been spotted in the wilds of Appalachia? Why do we even think it's extra-terrestrial? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonst…
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For this week's episode, we're going to Japan for a creepy and rare sea cryptid, the Ningen! How does this monster relate to the whaling restrictions? What happens if you find one? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5RPGDjM…
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For this week's episode, we're heading up to the heavens for a world and religious mythology favourite, Angels! How many different types are there? And in how many religions? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5RPGDjM... Ap…
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In this week's episode, we're heading to Thailand for a monster couple, the Krahang and Krasue! How do these two work as a perfect vampiric pair? Can you believe they were seen THIS year (2024)? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: https://open.spotify.co…
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In this week's episode, we're saying aloha to Hawaii for the first time for the lovely little craftsmen, the Menehune! What architectural phenomena have been attributed to these monsters? How could you ensure that they helped you with your DIY? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://m…
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For this week's episode, we're heading over to Ancient Mesopotamia for another storm bird, Anzû! How did this incredible monster have both demonic and godly origins? Can you kill it with normal weapons? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: https://open.sp…
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In this week's episode, we're looking at something a bit different and looking at a monster from Arthurian legend, the Questing Beast! Who really was King Arthur and how does he relate to this monster? Why is incest involved in this story twice? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://…
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In Episode #202 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek discusses the recent allegations made by Katt Williams involving the Hollywood Illuminati, in which Williams makes stunning claims against Sean "Puffy" Combs, Kevin Hart, Will Smith and countless others! Calek also dissects portions of Williams claims that have been oddly echoed by severa…
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TO SUPPORT THE IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST ON PATREON, CLICK THIS LINK: https://www.patreon.com/inacrowdedroom Coming in at #8 on the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST "BEST OF THE BEST" TOP 10 LIST, enjoy EPISODE #35 - THE MOST TERRIFYING PARANORMAL STATE LOCATION I'VE EVER INVESTIGATED! In Episode #35 - Chad Calek reveals countless disturbing details surro…
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For this week's episode, we're staying here in Britain for the Cornish monster, the Spriggan! How do you actually pronounce this monster's name? Why do they steal your kids? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5RPGDjM... App…
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In this episode, we're heading over to the Philippines for a wacky and wonderful monster, the Tikbalang! How does this monster link to male sexuality? Why does wearing your clothes inside out prevent them from seeing you? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spoti…
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In Episode #201 of THE IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek examines shocking new footage of a UFO diving into a lake in Arizona, while also discussing Skyfall's final prediction and Elon Musk's recent troubling comments about aliens and why we should all consider what he has to say! You do not want to miss Episode 201 the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAS…
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Coming in at #10 on the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST "BEST OF THE BEST" TOP 10 EPISODES LIST, enjoy Episode #62 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODAST! In this episode , Chad Calek discusses the details surrounding the extremely intense paranormal investigation of the abandoned church owned by the proprietors of notoriously haunted Thomas House Hotel, which …
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Apologies - I caught the flu before recording this episode, so I sound a little rough! in this week's episode, we're heading over to Egypt and Greece for the riddling minx, the Sphinx! Which mythology is it from anyway? Why is the Great Sphinx male? Find out in this episode! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website…
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In Episode #197 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek welcomes Ryan Buell of Paranormal State as a guest to the podcast to discuss both his rise to fame and success, his colossal downfall, his battle with addiction, the lies that followed, hitting rock bottom, making amends, attempting to rebuild his life and much more. You do not want to mi…
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In this special 200th Episode of THE IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek shares and discusses the shocking full-body apparition footage that was filmed during AMERICAN GHOST HUNTER, which evaded detection by Calek (and viewers) for well over a decade. But what's even more interesting is what Calek believes he and his film crew actually filmed onc…
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In Episode #199 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek answers your questions about his conversation with Ryan Buell, the pros and cons of television fame, film set temptations, investigative residue, the Ryan Garcia situation, new IN A CROWDED ROOM MUSIC, American Idol auditions and much more, plus Chad makes a MAJOR EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT! You …
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For this week's episode, we're heading to the bayous of Louisiana for the terrifying Rougarou! How does this werewolf link to a French legend from the 16th century? Why does it only take 13 objects to stop it in its tracks? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spo…
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We're back! In this episode, we're heading over to Australian and Tasmania for a cryptid(?) that has been extinct since the 30's - the Thylacine! How does this monster fit into a cryptid podcast? How do they relate to Tasmanian Devils? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonste…
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In Episode #198 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek discusses the shocking recent allegations made by boxing phenom Ryan Garcia involving the Hollywood Illuminati, Bohemian Grove, the Epstein list and more, including the bizarre handling of this story by the media. Should Garcia's claims be dismissed as simply a young man battling mental i…
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In Episode #197 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek welcomes Ryan Buell of Paranormal State as a guest to the podcast to discuss both his rise to fame and success, his colossal downfall, his battle with addiction, the lies that followed, hitting rock bottom, making amends, attempting to rebuild his life and much more. You do not want to mi…
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In Episode #196 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek updates everyone on the latest with his HARBINGERS project, just before discusses his unique relationship with Ryan Buell, while giving a glimpse of Buell's forthcoming extremely candid appearance on the IN A CROWDED ROOM podcast, in which Buell speaks in extreme detail for the first time…
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In this episode of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek discusses the practices and methods of deception by self-proclaimed UAP expert Jeremy Corbell, in addition to breaking down the many debunked examples of Corbell-released footage of UFOs and UAPs, including the "Jellyfish" UAP footage! You do not want to miss this episode from the IN A CR…
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In Episode #194 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek reviews and discusses the latest alien and eyewitness footage linked to the Jan. 1st alleged Bayside Miami Mall "Alien Invasion", which is rapidly becoming one of the most bizarre UFO stories of all time. Calek also offers up a possibility that could explain who is behind this event and w…
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In this SPECIAL REPORT of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek checks in to share the SHOCKING UFO/UAP footage that was filmed two days ago above Los Angeles, in which two U.S. Air Force F-35 fighter jets and a KC-135 refueling plane were filmed nearly colliding not once, not twice, but three different times with three different UFOs! Calek di…
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In Episode #193 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek discusses the bizarre music and cringeworthy live tour performances of Corey Feldman, which seemingly produces viral video clips on a daily basis of Feldman's on-stage meltdowns, equipment failures, band arguments and more. But are these viral "Spinal Tap" moments real or simply the produ…
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In Episode #192 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek explores the possible reasons why the U.S. government has chosen this point in history to slowly release information on UFOs, UAPs and extraterrestrial life? We may not like the answer, as one possible scenario doesn’t bode well for humans! You do not want to miss this episode!…
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In Episode #191 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek discusses his frustration with Neil deGrasse Tyson's recent take on Mexico's alleged mummified alien bodies, Tim Burchett's battle for congressional UFO and UAP "Disclosure" and the recent expose' in The Daily Mail that identified the CIA as the operating agency of the U.S. UFO/UAP crash …
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In Episode #190 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek discusses the recently released HBO docuseries about the creation of the "LOVE HAS WON" cult and the demise of its leader, Amy Carlson, also known as "Mother God". From drinking vast amounts of colloidal silver to allegedly heal all illnesses, to praying to deceased comedian Robin William…
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In Episode #189 of the IN A CROWDED ROOM PODCAST, Chad Calek reviews the shocking new UFO/UAP footage of several spacecrafts filmed from on board the International Space Station, including incredible footage of a mile-long spacecraft that you have to see to believe. Calek also discusses why "SIR NOFACE" is more relevant now than ever in regard to t…
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It's our 3rd anniversary! To celebrate, here's a special on The Fates from across the world, divining our fate in most ancient cultures. What do the Fates represent? Why are the other gods so frightened of them? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: https:…
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For this week's episode, we're going over to Eastern Europe to look at another household spirit - the Kikimora from Slavic mythology! How does this one relate to the Leshy and the Domovoy from the same mythology? Why is the Witcher version inaccurate? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: ht…
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In this week's episode, we're heading over to ancient China for the incredibly lucky Píxiū! Why is this monster not able to poop? Why can you find them on the roofs of Chinese palaces? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5RP…
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For this week's episode, we're heading over to Scandinavia for the lovely Norse spirits, the Dís! How do these monsters relate to Freyja? Why are they so often confused with Valkyries? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5RP…
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For this week's episode, we're coming back to barmy Britain for the horrible marsh-dwelling Grindylows! How do these monsters link to the Vikings? Why are these monsters so popular with so little folklore written on them? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spoti…
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In this week's episode, we're heading over to Ancient Persia to look at another legendary bird - the Simurgh! How does this monster relate to the Greek Phoenix? How does it get its immortality? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: https://open.spotify.com…
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For this week's bonus episode, we're heading over to Japan and looking at a cute, but deadly yokai - the Nekomata! How can you tell apart these felines from normal cats? Why are these linked to bad cat stereotypes throughout ancient Japanese culture? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: htt…
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In this week's (delayed due to sickness) episode, we're heading over to East Africa for a terrifying cryptid, the Nandi Bear! How does this monster relate to colonisation? How can you tell one apart from a hyena, baboon or bear? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.u…
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For this week's episode, we're heading over to the US for some Native mythology to look at the terrifying Piasa Bird! Why was this monster painted on a cliffside in the 1990's? How does this monster go back to the Ice Age? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spot…
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For this week's episode, we're heading over to Germany and the rest of Europe to see double, with the Doppelgänger! How does this monster relate to Abraham Lincoln? What should you not do when you see your own? Find out this week! Send us a text Support the show You can find us on - Myth Monsters Website: https://mythmonsters.co.uk Spotify: https:/…
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