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Cryptids Decrypted
by Ashton Macaulay
Cryptids Decrypted is a podcast about diving into the research surrounding creatures from the fringe of reality and the people dedicated to studying them. The host, Ashton Macaulay is an expert in fictional accounts of mythical creatures and aims to examine all sides of cryptozoology from skepticism to full on believers. If you want to support Cryptids Decrypted, share the episode with your friends and rate us wherever you listen! Thanks!
Episodes
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Orang Pendek | Cryptids Decrypted S6E7
This week, we're headed to Indonesia to talk about the Orang Pendek, or "short man". Calling this cryptid Indonesia's Bigfoot would be a misnomer because... well it's a small boy. We go through sightings, legends, and everything else in between. Have a cryptid you want us to cover? Send us an...
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The Beast of Gevaudan | Cryptids Decrypted S6E6
It's hot Gevaudan summer in the south of France. Everyone is partying, herding their sheep, and trying to eke out a living in the rocky, barren landscape of Gevaudan. Sounds pretty sweet until a beastly cryptid shows up and wreaks absolute havoc for three years. This is by far the closest to real...
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The "Real" Alien Conspiracies Behind Disclosure Day | Cryptids Decrypted S6E5
This week, we're diving into the "real" conspiracy theories behind Steven Spielberg's new film Disclosure Day. From Roswell to Nixon showing off the aliens to Jackie Gleason, we're covering it all. It's a fun episode filled with aliens, hot takes, and a true tin foil hat moment from John. If you...
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Cryptids Decrypted | S6E4 | What the F*** is Under Antarctica?
This week, we're diving beneath the ice to talk about some Antarctic conspiracies. This was all kicked off by a recent news article about a sub mysteriously going missing beneath the ice. What we found was thin at times, but definitely entertaining. If you like our pod, consider purchasing…
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Ogopogo and The Dog Man | Cryptids Decrypted S6E3
This week we've got dogs the size of men and lake monsters of suspicious length. It's two regional myths that got their start in the music business, Ogopogo and The Dog Man!If you like our content, consider purchasing Ashton's cryptid adventure books: books2read.com/u/bP2YvdListen to the…
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Alpine Cryptids and AI | Season 6 Episode 2
This week on Cryptids Decrypted, we're diving into the definitely not hot button issue of AI and how it's affecting the world of cryptid sightings. In the back half, it's a deep dive into one of the most famous cryptids in the Alps, the Tatzelwurm. Pre-order Ashton's new book here:...
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UFO Leaks & Baba Vanga | Season 6, Episode 1
This week on Cryptids Decrypted, we're getting back on the UFO train, but the only conspiracies we're peddling are about Sonic the Hedgehog and Rob Lowe. The rest of it is about little green people and Eastern European lady who predicted the future. It's great to be back.Links to Purchase…
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510 - Fan Finale Royale
This is it, the final episode of Cryptids Decrypted... At least for now. To close the show out in style, Ashton and John have four fan-suggested myths heading into the cryptid Thunderdome. Want to buy some merch? Check out MacAshton.com/Merch. Make sure to follow us on every...
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509 - The Beast of Exmoor
This week, we're headed across the pond to once again talk about... mysterious big cats. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website: https://macashton.com/ You can also follow him on Twitter (@RealMacAshton). To purchase books, check...
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508 - Cryptid Cinema, Krampus
It's time for everyone's 'favorite' episode of the season, Cryptid Cinema. This week, Ashton and John break down the cinematic delight that is Krampus (2015), starring Adam Scott and Toni Collette. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website:...
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507 - The Big Grey Man (Am Fear Liath Mor)
This week, we're traveling high in the Scottish mountains to talk about big, psychic... giants? More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website: https://macashton.com/ You can also follow him on Twitter (@RealMacAshton). To purchase books, check...
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506 - The Rougarou
This week, the guys are headed back to the bayou for another famous New Orleans myth, The Rougarou. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website: https://macashton.com/ You can also follow him on Twitter (@RealMacAshton). To purchase books, check...
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505 - Vampires of New Orleans
This week the pod is headed down south to talk about some of the most famous New Orleans Vampire tales. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website: https://macashton.com/ You can also follow him on Twitter (@RealMacAshton). To purchase books, check...
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504 - The Iliamna Lake Monster
This week, the guys are tackling potentially our most realistic myth yet, The Iliamna Lake Monster. Join them as they discuss the disambiguation between blackfish and black fish for far too long and make fun of a decorated pilot because his last name sounds like poop. More information on Ashton…
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503 - The U28 Creature
This week, the guys are headed back to WWII to talk about submarines blowing sea creatures sky-high. It's a delightful old-timey myth about crocodiles that can somehow survive the frigid temperatures in the Atlantic Ocean. Link to Fortean Archives, one of the big sources on this episode. More...
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502 - The Ozark Howler
This week, our stunning, beautiful, talented hosts are talking through the myth of the Ozark Howler... possibly the thinnest myth they have ever discussed on this show. On the bright side, Ashton has some thoughts about breeding genetic super cats. More information on Ashton and his writing can…
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501 - The Skunk Ape
We're back after a year-long hiatus for what could be the final season of Cryptids Decrypted! We're kicking it off with Bigfoot's redheaded cousin, The Skunk Ape, a Southern US resident famous for popping people's heads right off. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his...
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New Loch Ness Monster Proof? - News of the Weird #1
This week, we're bringing you a quick, ten-minute breakdown of a recent article adding fuel to the Nessie legend. For a full copy of the article, just google 'Loch Ness Proof', there are so many paywalls, we don't want to direct you to a specific one. But, save yourself some time and listen to…
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Cryptid Royale Redux
Check out Ashton's novella Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/macashton/the-first-ambassador-to-crustacea This week, John and Ashton take a trip to the past and reevaluate all previous Cryptid Royales on the patented new Objective Scale of Neutrality and Badassery. There can...
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410 - Cryptid Royale 4
Ashton's Kickstarter was fully funded! He even got a novel published in the same series. More info here: https://linktr.ee/MacAshton It's that time again, the last episode of the season! Tradition dictates the guys do a Cryptid Royale, so we're giving the people what they want. Four cryptids…
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409 - Legends Royale
That's right, we're doing two royale episodes this season! In today's episode, John and Ashton tackle urban legends from across the United States and actually develop a rating system to see how they stack up. Wanna read a science fiction, crab-based, political thriller? MacAshton.com/Library More...
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408 - Skinwalker Ranch
This week, we're getting into cattle mutilations, lights, in the sky, and the many mysteries of Skinwalker Ranch. It's basically a thirty minute Conspiracy Corner, so strap in. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website: https://macashton.com/ You can also follow him…
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407 - The Loch Ness Monster
This week, listen as John and Ashton figure out what giant eels, secret Scottish nuclear programs, and Scooby-Doo have in common. That's right, they're finally doing The Loch Ness Monster, a creature that has been on the logo since Episode One! More information on Ashton and his writing can be...
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406 - Dr. Jeff Meldrum, Interview
This week, Ashton interviews Dr. Jeff Meldrum, professor of anatomy and anthropology at Idaho State, and well known for his research into the existence of sasquatch. It's a fascinating conversation, and well worth a listen. For more info on The Relic Hominoid Inquiry, check out this website:...
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Holiday Special - Krampus
It's another History of the Mythtery, this time with Krampus, a wonderful holiday myth hailing from Western Europe. John and Ashton break down the origins of this myth and how its celebrated in the modern day. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website:...
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405 - Cinema Decrypted - Sasquatch (Hulu Documentary)
This week, John and Ashton are diving into the documentary, Sasquatch, available to stream on Hulu. Drawn in by the promise of actual sasquatch research, this series may not have been what it seemed... More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website: https://macashton.com/...
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404 - The Flatwoods Monster
This week, John and Ashton are headed to West Virginia, well digitally, because we don't make any money here and there's a pandemic on. Whatever, they're talking about the Flatwoods monster, a myth about a meteorite, creatures from outer space, and oversized chairs! More information on Ashton and...
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403 - Slenderman
The internet, a wretched hive of scum and villainy, home to wonderful podcasts, and the birth place of an infamous urban legend. This week, John and Ashton discuss Slenderman, an urban legend born of the internet, but with real-world consequences. It's a fascinating dive into the shallow end of…
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402 - La Llorona & La Madremonte
This week, John and Ashton tackle two myths about vengeful spirits, La Madremonte and La Llorona. It's a fascinating journey to the spirit world of Central and South America. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website: https://macashton.com/ You can also follow him on...
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401 - Ghosts, Gouls, and Frauds - Interview w/Benjamin Radford
Benjamin Radford is back to kick off Season 4! We're talking all about things that go bump in the night, and the people trying to make a buck off scaring innocent homeowners. It's a great conversation with more than a few Scooby-Doo-esque anectdotes. Enjoy! More information on Ashton and his...
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Cryptid Royale - Australia
On this week's episode, John and Ashton go through some of the best-known myths of the Outback (not the steakhouse). Ranging from drop bears to bloomin' onions, they've got it all! More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website: https://macashton.com/ You can also follow…
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The Bermuda Triangle - A History of the Mystery
This week, John and Ashton talk about one of the world's most (only?) famous geometric anomalies, The Bermuda Triangle. They've got alien theories, ancient theories, and ancient alien theories, so there's a lot to unpack in this episode. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on...
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Atlantis - A History of the Mystery
This week, John, Ashton and Tyler break down the mother of all myths, Atlantis. Is it a cryptid? No, not even by a loose definition of the word, but this is Season 3, and the rules are out the window. We've got death rays, nazis, and nazi death rays, so come on in and hear about the insane…
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Mermaids - A History of the Mystery
Mermaids, Disney-fied princess fodder, or murderous webbed creature of the deep? Ashton and John dive into the mythical origins of a creature that has existed in legends for thousands of years and recently has helped a few entrepreneurs make a buck. More information on Ashton and his writing can…
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Cinema Decrypted - Tremors
This week, John and Ashton are joined by special guest, Jason Peters, host of the podcast, Esoterica Cinema! Together, they break down the cult classic, Tremors, and its relation to the myth of the Mongolian Death Worm. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website:...
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Leprechauns - A History of the Mythtery
Today, John and Ashton are looking into a longstanding myth/legend, leprechauns. From the origins in Ireland to the modern-day adaptations with Warwick Davis, they're covering it all, whether they want to or not. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website:...
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Conspiracies, Toucan Men, and Heresay - Interview w/Benjamin Radford
In this episode, Ashton Macaulay interviews Benjamin Radford for a second time as they get into the subject matter of his new book, Big If True: Adventures in Oddity. They cover toucan men, Mongolian death worms, ghosts, conspiracies, and just about everything else. To find out more about…
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Mongolian Death Worms - A History of the Mystery
This week we're talking Mongolian Death Worms with Tyler, Ashton and John. It's a bizarre myth, but a lot of fun. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website: https://macashton.com/ You can also follow him on twitter (@RealMacAshton). To purchase books, you can check…
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The Amityville Horror - A History of the Mystery
This week, Ashton and Tyler break down the mystery behind the infamous Amityville Horror. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his website: https://macashton.com/ You can also follow him on twitter (@RealMacAshton). To purchase books, you can check out his Amazon Page.…
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Paranormal Investigation 101 - Interview w/Donna of Philly Ghost Hunt
On this episode, Ashton Macaulay interviews Donna of Philly Ghost Hunt about the ins and outs of paranormal investigation. They talk about various methods of capturing evidence of spiritual encounters, as well as a few of Donna's most recent findings. For more information on Donna's work, check…
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Cryptid Royale - American Folklore
On this episode, John and Ashton breakdown the famous cryptids of American Folklore in another edition of Cryptid Royale! Jackalopes, Hodags, Tessie, and the Mothman all enter the arena, but only one can leave... as our favorite. More information on Ashton and his writing can be found on his...
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Chupacabra Territory - Cinema Decrypted
In this episode, John and Ashton break down Chupacabra Territory, a found footage horror film about a group of 20-somethings that go out in search of the legendary chupacabra. If you want to give this movie a watch (not recommended), it is available for free if you have an Amazon Prime membership...
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Wendigos - A History of the Mystery
This week, Ashton and John break down the gruesome origins of the Wendigo legend. From Native American possession, to cannibalism, this episode really has it all. If you're looking to read Ashton's Wendigo short stories, they are on his website, here: https://macashton.com/ You can also follow…
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Thunderbirds - A History of the Mystery
This week, Ashton, Tyler and John dive into a myth that spans centuries, Thunderbirds. From Native American storytelling to cowboys shooting at alien craft, this myth really has it all. Hope you enjoy! If you want to support the pod, share, subscribe a and if you want to learn more about Ashton's...
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Mysteries, Myths and Misconceptions - Benjamin Radford Interview
This week Ashton Macaulay, expert in ficional accounts of mythological creatures is interviewing self-categorized science-based paranormal investigator, Benjamin Radford. They get into Benjamin's famous debunking of the Chupacabra myth origin, and general thoughts on the cryptozoology as a whole....
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Harry and the Hendersons - Cinema Decrypted
This week, we're breaking down the most beloved cryptid film of all time, Harry and the Hendersons. It's a new format, but there is plenty of other cryptid cinema for us to check out if you end up liking it! Credit for our excellent intro music goes to: Song: Strange Indeed Variation A Composer:...
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El Chupacabra - A History of the Mystery
This week, we're breaking down one of the most popular myths of the 20th century, El Chupacabra. If you like weird stories about aliens breaking out of government labs, farmers' autopsy reports, and some great conspiracy fodder, this is the one for you. Credit for our excellent intro music goes…
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Loveland Frogman - A History of the Mystery
On this week's episode, John Ceccarelli and Ashton Macaulay dive into the waters of Ohio in search of the Loveland Frog Man. Ok, the diving is more metaphorical, but you catch my drift. It's an amazing episode with some truly bizarre stories you won't want to miss. Want to purchase Ashton's…
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Mokele-Mbembe - A History of the Mystery
This week on Cryptids Decrypted, John Ceccarelli and Ashton Macaulay are talking about a fascinating myth from the Congo River Basin, Mokole Mbembe (pronounced M’Kay-lay Bem-bay, probably). It's a fascinating myth with incredible roots in 1900s dinosaur fever, and a fun episode all around. If you...
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Monsters, Weird Kids and Baby Cryptids - Kelly Milner Halls Interview
On this episode of Cryptids Decrypted, Ashton Macaulay interviews Kelly Milner Halls, author of over 50 books including cryptid guide books and much more! If you want to know more about her, you can find plenty of information on her website: https://www.wondersofweird.com/ If you want to support...
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Cryptids Decrypted is a podcast about diving into the research surrounding creatures from the fringe of reality and the people dedicated to studying them. The host, Ashton Macaulay is an expert in fictional accounts of mythical creatures and aims to examine all sides of cryptozoology from skepticism to full on believers. If you want to support Cryptids Decrypted, share the episode with your friends and rate us wherever you listen! Thanks!
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