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Somehow several hours of research and a decently lengthy script led to an 18 minute episode. I'm not sure how that happened unless I really talk that fast.

Continuing on with last episode's Bigfoot / Sasquatch info, this episode we delve into the folkloric Bigfoot creatures that are regional-specific, as well as into theories and ideas about who Bigfoot is and where our most famous cryptid may have come from.

TW: No triggers.

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Bigfoot Theories – Washington Bigfoot

The Legend of the Boojum | Balsam Mountains North Carolina Folklore

Grassman | Cryptid Wiki | Fandom

Orange Eyes | Cryptid Wiki | Fandom

Whirling Whimpus | Cryptid Wiki | Fandom

The oldest account of Bigfoot was recorded in 986 AD - Sasquatch Chronicles

Tennessee Wildman | Cryptid Wiki | Fandom

COLUMN: The Tennessee Wildman | East Tennessean

Yeahoh, Yahoo or Bigfoot? - Appalachian History

Whirling Whimpus | Monster Wiki | Fandom

The five strangest theories about Sasquatch

The Bering Land Bridge Theory - Bering Land Bridge National Preserve (U.S. National Park Service)

Bering Land Bridge

Bering Land Bridge formed surprisingly late during last ice age | NSF - National Science Foundation

Skeptic » eSkeptic » April 12, 2004

The Man Who Created Bigfoot

These 5 Mythical Animals Turned Out to Be Real | Nature and Wildlife | Discovery

TW: No triggers I can see.

Bigfoot is Appalachia's most well-known cryptid. Probably the entire US, really. How have I made it this long without making an episode about the big, hairy guy himself? Part I of this two parter gives some Bigfoot basics, like a very brief overview on his appearance, his supposed communication methods, and territorial markings believed to be displayed by the Sasquatch. Then I go into a few Appalachian-based Bigfoot sightings. One of which is a full story from the witness, the others are synopses of the encounters. This is overall a research episode, not a story based one. Overall for a cryptid his lore is more cryptozoological rather than paranormal.

I'm eager for next episode when we can talk about some of the absolute insanity that are the theories on his origin.

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Recommended videos referenced in the episode:

Pennsylvania White Bigfoot - slowed down - YouTube

Olympic Bigfoot - Beyond the Trail new Sasquatch evidence documentary On the Trail of Bigfoot tie-in - YouTube

Primary source for experiences:

Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization - They're so great, y'all. Check them out.

Other sources - Please note many of these sources will carry on to part II:

BFRO Report 73291: Couple's near-miss road-crossing sighting 10 miles south of Trenton

BFRO Report 2435: Several people witness 7 to 8 foot tall creature on an old mining road

BFRO Report 74666: RECENT: Father and daughter's daylight encounters with a sasquatch on large wooded property 16 NW of Durham

BFRO Report 57053: Fisherman has up-close daytime encounter with a hairy hominid near Clayton

BFRO Report 9546: Teens chased by upright running animal near Bradford

Bigfoot - Wikipedia

Bigfoot Theories – Washington Bigfoot

“A Strange and Frightful Being” – Appalachia’s Folklore Creatures Part 3 - Appalachia Bare

The Legend of Bigfoot | Washington State Military Department, Citizens Serving Citizens with Pride & Tradition

Scientists Propose a New Theory for Why Some Chimps Throw Stones at Certain Trees | Discover Magazine

The Art of Nest Building - Project Chimps

Today's episode is a bit of a lighter one, focusing on Appalachian folklore. Tons of superstitions, omens, and general haint prevention filtered in to early Appalachian culture via the Scotch-Irish, German, and African settlers. Much of this folklore is still present in the area to this day and greatly influences daily life and belief.

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Diamonds in My Coal bucket: Appalachian Word of the Week -- HAINTS

Southern traditions designed to repel haints and spirits

29 Southern superstitions we dare not question

Life Expectancy From Prehistory to 1800 to Today

Appalachia | Encyclopedia.com

Some Common Folklore and Superstitions Held Among Mountain Folk | Blind Pig and The Acorn

Appalachian Urban Legends: The Scary Truth? – The Heritage Herald

Interesting Weather Lore | Blind Pig and The Acorn

Haints: Ghosts and evil spirits from the old south – Keith Dotson Photography

History of the Gullah Culture - Pawleys Island

We hold our own: protecting hearth and home in the Appalachias  – Holy Stones and Iron Bones

Superstition in Southern Appalachia - Smoky Mountain Living

Folklore or Forecast?: How Appalachian Culture Predicts and Conjures the Weather – Holy Stones and Iron Bones

Some Appalachian superstitions - Appalachian History

APPALACHIAN SUPERSTITIONS - The Applewood Manor

Tailypo: Appalachian Ohio native shares spooky folktale this Halloween

Appalachian Folklore, Monsters and Superstitions

The Appalachian Culture & History of the Blue Ridge Mountains - Blue Ridge Mountains Travel Guide

Appalachian Mountain Roots: Signs,...

The Crawler is a lesser known cryptid from Appalachia and beyond that is lanky, pale, and skitters around on hands and feet. This is a story compilation of three peoples' experiences with this cryptid. Some by non-believers in the paranormal, which you know I'm all about.

TW: Animal injury (not graphic or severe), human injury by a cryptid, guns.

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Phantoms and Monsters - Real Cryptid Encounter Reports - Fortean Researcher Lon Strickler

Phantoms and Monsters - Real Cryptid Encounter Reports - Fortean Researcher Lon Strickler

I have no idea what that creature was : Paranormal

We went back into the woods and found it again. : Thetruthishere

My long break explained - crawler sighting/hunt : Thetruthishere

David Grusch recently blew the whistle on secret UFO operations in US government. But how did this all begin?

TW: Brief mentions of alcoholism, bodily harm.

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Whistleblower testifies U.S. salvaged 'non-human biologics' from UFO crash sites : NPR

UFO congressional hearing: Whistleblower says US concealing 'multi-decade' UFO program | AP News

Here are the 5 most memorable moments from Congress’ UFO hearing

UFO hearing key takeaways: cover-up claims and Pentagon denials | UFOs | The Guardian

US conducted ‘multi-decade’ secret UFO program, ex-intelligence official says | House of Representatives | The Guardian

UFO hearing key takeaways: What a whistleblower told Congress about UAPs - CBS News

Navy pilots recall "unsettling" 2004 UAP sighting - 60 Minutes - CBS News

The story behind the "Tic Tac" UFO sighting by Navy pilots in 2004 - CBS NewsPentagon Releases UFO Report: Here’s What’s Inside

UFO whistleblower says U.S. recovered nonhuman "biologics" from crash sites - YouTube

UFO Hearing: Whistleblower says people were harmed | NewsNation - YouTube

House hearing on UFOs: Officials and lawmakers push for more government transparency | CNN Politics

360 new UFO cases reported to U.S. intelligence agencies since March 2021

UFO report: US intelligence community releases long-awaited report | CNN Politics

Watch the Pentagon's three declassified UFO videos taken by U.S. Navy pilots - YouTube

READ: US intelligence community's unclassified report on UFOs | CNN Politics

How the Pentagon Started Taking U.F.O.s Seriously | The New Yorker

Please forgive the not so awesome audio in this announcement, we've had pouring rain all day that loved to act up while the microphone was on.

I have to take a short break while summer vacation is in its midst because parenting and podcasting don't exactly mix. But I'm aiming for a mid-August return for more spooky stories from Appalachia for y'all.

Patrons will still continue to receive bonus content throughout the hiatus.

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It was fun to go to western Appalachia for this Huntsville episode. Maple Hill Cemetery is so enormous and historical it sounds fun to go even if you disregard the stories of hauntings. And Dead Children's Playground sounds so intriguing.

TW: Brief mentions of death, because it is about a cemetery. Mentions of death by poisoning. Overall a pretty tame episode, trigger wise.

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Most Haunted: Maple Hill Cemetery - Our Valley Events

Dead Children's Playground at Maple Hill Cemetery | Huntsville Alabama | Real Haunted Place

Huntsville Ghost Walk offers haunting stories and plenty of history | WHNT.com

(1) Haunted Huntsville - The Dead Children's Playground - YouTube

Hunted Huntsville - EVENT Magazine

Ghosts of the Quarries | Pat Camalliere – The Cora Tozzi Historical Mystery Series

Are ghosts really attracted to limestone? | Tarot Forum

Maple Hill Cemetery (Huntsville, Alabama) - Wikipedia

New cremation burial site coming to Maple Hill Cemetery | rocketcitynow.com

The Moonlight Ride At Maple Hill: A Huntsville Ghost Story | We Are Huntsville

5 Huntsville Ghost Stories - We Are Huntsville

The “Black Widow” of Hazel Green | Historic Maury County

Anthony Robinson, deemed The Shopping Cart Killer, has been linked to at least five murders and a suspected sixth, but he could have countless victims throughout Appalachia and the upper east coast. This case is ongoing, but it's an important one, as more potential victims are still out there.

Anyone with information about this case, or any information about Robinson, including those he met through dating apps, should call Fairfax County PD’s Major Crimes Division at 703-246-7800. Those with anonymous tips can call 1-866-411-TIPS.

TW: Murder, sadism, sexual violence.

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ROBINSON Anthony Eugene | Serial Killer Database Wiki | Fandom

'Shopping cart killer' Anthony Robinson linked to 6th death

Anthony Robinson: ‘Shopping cart killer’ linked to death of sixth woman

Missing California woman ID'd as possible victim of 'shopping cart killer,' police say

Insanity defense considered for 'shopping cart killer' suspect | wusa9.com

Alleged ‘Shopping Cart Killer’ appears in court

Sanity evaluation granted for alleged Shopping Cart Killer

Alleged 'Shopping Cart Killer' to be given sanity evaluation

Judge Grants Sanity Evaluation In 'Shopping Cart Killer' Case | Crime | dnronline.com

Anthony Robinson Identified by Virginia Cops as Alleged ‘Shopping Cart Killer’ Serial Killer

More women slain by "shopping cart killer" identified as police look for more victims, authorities say - CBS News

Reviewing What We Know So Far About the Alleged "Shopping Cart Killer"

I'd recommend y'all check out the Ghost Hunters episode at Waverly Hills. I know, I know, I suspect TV shows often feel the need to have an experience happen for footage. But at least they're skeptical enough that I feel like it's a good start?

TW: Mentions of suicide, mass casualties from illness.

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Y'all, the stories in the last episode were so intriguing I couldn't help but do a part two. Understanding a bit about the theories behind these glitches doesn't help me very much with understanding just how these things can happen. The stories themselves are just so abstract!

TW: Descriptions of accidents and mentions of death.

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Story sources for compilations remain private. However, the following sources were used to learn the theories supporting "glitches":

Simulated reality - Wikipedia

Bilocation - Wikipedia

Quantum immortality - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia