Podcast Summary
Encounter with the Unknown: A Podcast Story: A podcast host shares an encounter with a giant and two small entities, invites listeners to join for the full story, and introduces a guest with local knowledge. A documentary about Sasquatch is also mentioned.
During a strange encounter, the podcast host, Tony Merkel, found himself in the midst of a mysterious event involving a giant and two small gray entities. Merkel shares this experience on his podcast, The Confessionals, inviting listeners to join as members to hear the full story. He also mentions an upcoming documentary about Sasquatch that can be watched online for a limited time. Additionally, Merkel introduces a guest, Steve, whom he met at a pizza shop and invited on the show after an intriguing conversation about local knowledge. The podcast episode was recorded in studio B, which shares a space with studio A. Overall, the episode showcases the mysterious and unexplained experiences shared by the podcast host and his guests.
Steven's passion for sharing cryptid stories: Steven shares captivating tales of Bigfoot encounters and a family's ongoing relationship with them, challenging the Bigfoot Research Organization in the process
During this conversation with Steven, we learned about his passion for sharing stories of cryptids, such as Bigfoot and dogmen, in East Tennessee. He recounted a fascinating tale of a family who had an ongoing relationship with a Bigfoot family, even sharing a language with them. Despite a previous missed opportunity to record together, Steven's stories captivated Joe and Jack during a dinner conversation, leading to the idea of having him on the show. The conversation also brought up Steven's history of challenging the Bigfoot Research Organization (BFRO) during a conference, resulting in a memorable confrontation. Overall, Steven's enthusiasm and determination to contribute unique perspectives to the cryptid community make for an intriguing interview.
Appreciating the Role of Cryptid Stories: Cryptid stories are the foundation for our interest and exploration in these phenomena. They should not be dismissed but respected as the starting point for further evidence.
While stories about cryptids like Bigfoot may not be the most accurate or reliable evidence, they serve as the foundation for our interest and exploration in these phenomena. It's essential to remember that the stories are the starting point and should not be dismissed when pursuing further evidence. The speaker, who had Matt Pruitt on his show and found the conversation educational, emphasized the importance of respecting the origins of the topic and acknowledging the role that stories play in fueling our curiosity. Additionally, the speaker expressed that he would have enjoyed having a conversation with Moneymaker but understands that he may be busy. Overall, the speaker values unique characters in the Bigfoot community and appreciates the educational conversations that can arise from exploring these stories.
Exploring our fascination with stories and cryptids: Embrace your role in sharing and documenting stories, whether as a researcher or storyteller, to fuel curiosity and passion for the subject.
Our interest and belief in stories, whether they're about cryptids like Bigfoot or other topics, drive us to explore and learn more. Everything we know is based on stories, and it's important to embrace our roles in sharing and documenting them. For instance, some people may be researchers, while others, like the speaker, may be storytellers. Personal experiences and encounters with these stories can further fuel our curiosity and passion for the subject. The speaker, who grew up with countless cryptid stories, was encouraged to embrace his role as a modern tribal storyteller, documenting and sharing these stories with others.
An encounter in the South Cherokee National Forest sparks renewed interest in cryptid research: An unexplained experience in the South Cherokee National Forest rekindled one man's passion for paranormal and cryptid investigation after a long hiatus
An encounter with the unexplained in 2012 led this individual, who grew up with a background in the paranormal but hadn't delved deeply into cryptid research until recently, to a unique experience in the South Cherokee National Forest. While hunting alone due to his father's work commitment, he spent the entire day at a favored spot, observing only common wildlife. However, upon leaving, he noticed something unusual. His father, a longtime logger who had helped build the Skyway road in the area, had retired just the previous week. The individual's experience, which he had initially believed involved a bear, now seems to hold more cryptid-like qualities, but the evidence is not definitive. This event served as a catalyst for the individual's renewed interest in the paranormal and cryptid research.
Encountering Wildlife in the Mountains: Be prepared for extended stays in the wilderness and be aware of potential wildlife encounters, carrying necessary supplies and a gun for protection.
Going into the mountains for a short hike and returning the same day may not be worth it due to the potential for encountering wildlife and the need to carry sufficient supplies for extended stays. The speaker shares his experience of camping in the mountains, where he encountered a pig and later believed he might have attracted a bear with a honey bun. He emphasizes the importance of being prepared for extended stays and carrying a gun for protection. The size of bears in the area varies, with those in fed areas being larger than those in more wild areas. The speaker also shares his experience of speaking out loud to deter bears while walking out of the woods. Overall, the key takeaway is the importance of being prepared for extended stays in the wilderness and being aware of potential wildlife encounters.
An Encounter with an Unidentified Creature: During an encounter with an unidentified creature in the woods, the speaker was unable to determine if it was a bear or something else, despite his initial belief and efforts to scare it away. The encounter left him with a sense of unease and curiosity.
The speaker had an encounter with an unidentified creature in the woods, which he believed to be a bear based on the sounds it made. He tried to scare it away by yelling and making noise, but the creature seemed to follow him. The speaker became increasingly anxious and prepared to defend himself with his gun. He attempted to lure the creature into the open by changing his speed and direction, but was unable to see it despite hearing it closely. The speaker grew up believing in local folklore, but began to consider the possibility that the creature could have been something other than a bear. Ultimately, he was unable to get a clear view of the creature and was left with a sense of unease and curiosity about the encounter.
