Bigfoot, Black Goo, and the Monster We Keep Chasing (Part 2: Folklore, Fact & America’s Paranormal Obsession) — Ep. 13

What happens when mystery collides with science?In this episode, Robert Barber and returning guest Dr. Brian Parsons dig deeper into America’s strangest cryptid cases—like the Murfreesboro Mud Monster, black goo evidence, and unexplained footprints.From haunted forests to local law enforcement transparency, we explore why paranormal stories like Bigfoot endure—and how they fill the same mythic space ancient legends once did.Whether you’re a believer or a skeptic, this is true folklore in motion.🎧 Listen now for rare insight into the psychology, symbolism, and stakes of American cryptid folklore.Support the showSupport State of the UnknownIf you enjoy the show and would like to help support it, you can become a Sasquatch Supporter for $3 a month. Your support helps cover the costs of researching and producing the show, website hosting, distribution, and helping more people discover State of the Unknown.Membership is completely optional, and the show remains free for everyone.Become a Sasquatch Supporter on Patreon🔍 New episodes every Tuesday🌐 Visit stateoftheunknown.com for show notes and to submit your own story.📬 Questions, theories, or story ideas? Reach out at [email protected] or @stateoftheunknownpodcast.Some stories don’t stay buried.We go looking anyway.