Bigfoot

Welcome to the Wyrd Wessex podcast! This week, we’re diving deep into the world of Bigfoot with a very special guest: Eric Nelson, a retired California Highway Patrol officer and dedicated volunteer at the China Flat Museum and Bigfoot Collection.Join hosts Andy and Craig as they discuss the history of this legendary cryptid and explore some of the most compelling evidence and encounters ever recorded.In this episode:The Patterson-Gimlin Film: We tackle the most famous piece of Bigfoot evidence, the 1967 film from Bluff Creek. We discuss why experts, including anatomists and Hollywood makeup artists, believe its intricate muscle movement and unique gait make it virtually impossible to have been a hoax.The "No Body" Problem: We debate this key issue, exploring theories about acidic soil, quick decomposition, and why other elusive animals are rarely found either.UK Encounters: Craig recounts a chilling story told by a soldier who had a close-range encounter with a large, hairy bipedal creature during military exercises on Salisbury Plain, linking it to historical lore of “wild men” and “wood woesers.”First-Hand Accounts: Eric shares compelling stories he's heard directly, including a sighting by a retired FBI agent in Colorado.The Great Conundrum: We discuss the ethical dilemma of what would happen if a Bigfoot were ever definitively proven to exist, and the need to protect the creature.Wyrd NewsA shocking true crime story about a man in Oklahoma who murdered his friend because he believed he had "summoned Bigfoot to kill and eat him.”Stay Wyrd!www.wyrdwessex.co.ukBuy our merch hereWritten and hosted by Craig Brooks and Andy StevensEdited by Craig BrooksIntro music by Leonell Cassio - The Paranormal Is Real (ft. Carrie) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.