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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 1H 9M

Sasquatch, Secrets, and the Suppressed Story (Ep. 256)

from The Joe Rooz Show · host Joe Russiello

In tonight’s live broadcast from Asylum Studios in Eagle Pass, I sat down with “Mr. W,” a veteran high-mountain hunter and former Forest Service firefighter with over 45 years of backcountry experience, to recount a chilling nighttime encounter he believes involved Sasquatch in the Pacific Northwest. We walked through his precise timeline: the abrupt silence of the forest, a rancid odor on the air, low-frequency grumbles, and the moment two elevated, illuminated eyes appeared from behind dense brush—at a height he insists ruled out bear or elk. By morning, he noted disturbed ground, snapped branches, and ambiguous prints. While we can’t independently verify his claims, Mr. W detailed past work with wildlife officials, the “monitor only” response he says followed his report, and why he believes the government prefers silence over certainty. Beyond the encounter, Mr. W shared how decades alone in the wild sharpened his senses and shaped his respect for the land—and why he thinks patience, calm, and caution are essential in the backcountry.Whether you land on undiscovered primate, misidentified wildlife, or something stranger, the conversation underscored a simple truth: the world stays interesting when we keep asking questions. If you’re heading into the woods—go in groups, carry a reliable light, and remember: maybe don’t make eye contact. Watch live and on replay: Rumble.com/JoeRooz ▶️ YouTube.com/@JoeRoozViewer discretion advised.  Watch LIVE tonight at 7PM CT Rumble.com/JoeRooz YouTube.com/@JoeRooz FOLLOW US ON:X: https://x.com/joeroozFacebook: https://facebook.com/joeroozshowTwitch TV: https://twitch.tv/joeroozInstagram: https://instagram.com/notjoeroozTikTok: https://tiktok.com/joe.roozMinds: https://minds.com/joeroozGETTR: https://gettr.com/joeroozSpecial thanks to:Executive Producer Wayne RankinExecutive Producer Rosanna RankinExecutive Producer Carolina JimenezExecutive Producer Angela WetuskiExecutive Producer John SeeleyWant to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show?Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joeCheck out our partners:Podhome.fmCreative EdgeMusic: https://youtube.com/@pogo️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5724294587940864(00:00:32) Opening from Asylum Studios and show setup(00:02:01) Live stream platforms, schedule, and housekeeping(00:03:11) Viewer discretion and the nights serious topic(00:04:54) Introducing Mister W and his background(00:06:02) Ws credentials: decades in the high country(00:08:49) Camp setup, gear, and solo hunting routine(00:11:17) Deep in the backcountry and the reality of darkness(00:13:05) Night falls fast: timing and terrain challenges(00:14:15) Sensing a presence: stillness, smells, and instincts(00:16:57) Timeline begins: low-frequency grumble and rancid odor(00:20:00) Eyes in the brush: height, outline, and not a bear(00:24:14) Forest goes silent, then slowly returns to normal(00:26:01) Lore, old-timers, and what Bigfoot might be(00:30:07) Standoff without fear: sidearm ready, no aggression(00:31:10) Morning after: tracks, broken limbs, and marks(00:34:16) Size, weight, and plausibility of an unknown primate(00:35:15) Do Sasquatch have ruts? Behavior and sightings(00:38:00) Reporting to authorities and the monitor only memo(00:43:20) Agencies, statements, and government skepticism(00:45:02) Why no clear photos? Speed, darkness, and timing(00:47:06) Legality and hypotheticals about taking a shot(00:48:05) Conspiracies, pressure, and Ws credentials(00:52:00) Anomalies: blood type, extra bone, and Sasquatch hybrid banter(00:55:05) Lessons from encounters: patience and respect(01:01:59) Practical night tips and Ws mountain life(01:04:18) A message to Sasquatch and modern society(01:06:03) Ws upcoming channels and closing thanks(01:07:08) Hosts wrap-up: timelines, memos, and open questions(01:08:16) Safety reminders and final sign-off - Joe "Rooz" Russiello - Marisa Lee - Wayne Rankin - Rosanna Rankin - Angela Wetuski - Carolina Jimenezhttps://www.joerooz.com/supporthttps://www.joerooz.com

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