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EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 1H 38M

Episode 158: Talking Cryptids and Sea Monsters with Dr. Darren Naish

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This time we are joined by paleontologist Dr. Darren Naish, expert on tetrapod zoology, cryptozoology, and ancient marine reptiles- to talk about a scholarly interest in cryptids, the nature of scientific skepticism, and sea monsters!  You may know his work from many places. Including: His long running blog TetZoo, the BBC series Prehistoric Planet, a wide number of books on paleontology and cryptozoology, his annual paleontology convention DinoCon, and so much more!   Find more of Darren's work: https://tetzoo.com Tickets for DinoCon 2026: https://www.dinocon.co.uk Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/leasthaunted  Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/x3fJbbBx4e Support The Trans Lifeline, The Trevor Project, & Trans Gender Law Center : https://www.thetrevorproject.org translifeline.org www.transgenderlawcenter.org   "Least Haunted" & "The Least Haunted Podcst" ©2020-2026 Sequoidea Productions LLC  

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