The Wendigo

Step into the icy wilderness and face the chilling legend of the Wendigo. This emaciated, frostbitten monster is cursed with insatiable hunger, doomed to roam the snow-covered forests in search of its next meal. But what lies beneath its terrifying appearance—a metaphor for greed and desperation, or something more? In this episode of Monsters, Sharks, and Dinosaurs, we’ll explore the haunting origins of the Wendigo in Algonquian folklore, its biology-defying features, and why it continues to captivate and terrify us. Bundle up—it’s going to be a frosty, fearsome ride.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!We now have Merch!  FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get 10% off with code NewMerch10 Go to Caloroga.comGet more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is [email protected]