Badgerland Legends — Tommyknockers, Pasties & Dogmen with Jeff Finup | EP: 393

In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Finup — the creative force behind Badgerland Legends. A Wisconsin native, author, researcher, speaker, and passionate curator of the Badger State’s strange lore, Jeff has built a massive following by sharing daily stories of forgotten history, hauntings, cryptids, and high strangeness.We dive deep into Wisconsin’s reputation as a hotspot for high strangeness, exploring why the Badger State seems to attract more than its share of the unexplained. Jeff shares his own incredible personal UFO encounter from 2004, along with his fascinating experiences with synchronicity — those meaningful coincidences that feel too perfectly timed to be random. We discuss what synchronicities might mean, why they occur, and how they often surface during investigations into the unknown.We also cover the legendary Beast of Bray Road (Wisconsin’s famous werewolf and dogman sightings), memorable UFO landings and close encounters across the state, and the rich Cornish pasty connection — how 19th-century miners from Cornwall, England, and Wales brought their food traditions, superstitions, and tommyknocker folklore to Wisconsin’s lead mining regions.Packed with compelling storytelling, personal experiences, and thoughtful exploration of the unknown, this episode is a must-listen for anyone fascinated by folklore, the paranormal, and the hidden wonders of Wisconsin. Tune in for a captivating journey through high strangeness in the Badgerland!badgerlandlegends - Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/badgerlandlegends?igsh=MTA1OHA1ZWh0bnpnZQ==Gear up and get freaky with official Let's Get Freaky merchandise! Our spooky-cool collection features hoodies, t-shirts, mugs, stickers, and more—perfect for showing your love of the paranormal while staying comfy and stylish. Dive into the full range now: https://tee.pub/lic/wX4lEJj3DMIGot a mind-blowing paranormal encounter, cryptid sighting, UFO experience, or any high-strangeness story that still gives you chills? We want to hear it—and we want YOU on the show! Become a guest on Let's Get Freaky and share your true story with our growing freaky community. Drop us a line at: [email protected] Or slide into our DMs on socials: Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, or YouTube → @tcletsgetfreakypodcast.