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Man Eaters
by Knock And Run Media
Think true crime - but instead of serial killers, it’s bears, sharks, hippos, and the occasional murderous goose. From legendary predators to unexpected killers, we explore the science, history, culture, and chaos behind nature’s most shocking encounters. Man Eaters dives into real stories of animal attacks through history with healthy dose of laughter.
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Ep 171: Bill Clinton and the 60 Animal Dowry
In 2000, Kenyan student Godwin Chepkurgor offered Bill Clinton 20 cows and 40 goats for the hand of his daughter, Chelsea. He'd never even met her. This week on Man Eaters, we explore the bizarre story of the man with a 60-animal dowry and his tragic encounter with an elephant. Then "Scratch Of…
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Ep 170: The Leopard Of The Central Provinces
In the forests of central India, one leopard earned a terrifying reputation for hunting humans. The Leopard of the Central Provinces became one of India’s most notorious man-eaters, stalking villages and forests and reportedly killing dozens of people. But what turned an elusive, solitary…
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Ep 169: Zoo Review: Taronga Western Plains Zoo
This week on Man Eaters, we're taking a break from being chased, bitten and eaten to review the animals that are supposed to be safely behind a fence. James heads to Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo for the first instalment of our new Zoo Review series. We're scoring the zoo across five...
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Ep 168: Osama Bin Lion
In the early 2000s, the Rufiji District of Tanzania was terrorised by a series of deadly lion attacks. One lion became infamous above all others: a young male called Osama, who was blamed for dozens of deaths. Then "Scratch Of The Day", "World Wildlife Cup" and the return of "Who Am I?" Watch…
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Ep 167: Bruno The Brutal - Chimp Escape at Tacugama
Ya boy is back, this time unpacking the insane story of a mass chimpanzee escape at Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary. Led by an alpha-male named Bruno, this escape would lead to a severed foot, a crashed car and a dead taxi driver. Then "Scratch Of The Day", "World Wildlife Cup" and the return of…
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Ep 166: The Death of Timothy Treadwell (REDUX)
After a bit of a break I'm back with the story of Timothy Treadwell AKA The Grizzly Man. In 2003, Timothy Treadwell and Amie Huguenard were killed and partially eaten by a grizzly in Alaska. Now, Man Eaters returns to one of the most infamous - and disturbing - stories of human obsession, wild...
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Ep 165: Cocaine Hippos: Escobar's Living Legacy
Pablo Escobar built a private empire filled with unimaginable wealth, violence, and excess... including a zoo imported from around the world and four hippopotamuses brought in from Africa. Decades after his death, those hippos escaped into Colombia’s Magdalena River and became one of the world’s...
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Ep 164: Man Eater Movies | Blood Monkey
In the long awaited return of Man Eater Movies we talk about the much maligned 2007 action/horror film Blood Monkey - a beautiful mess of a film starring (for some reason) F Murray Abraham. Then: "Who Am I?", "Scratch Of The Day" and we break down the battle between Mexico and DR Congo in The…
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Ep 163: Killer Kryptids - The Yeti!
In this episode, we head deep into the Himalayas to explore one of the world’s most enduring mysteries: the Yeti. We trace how the legend of the “Abominable Snowman” has evolved over centuries. Along the way, we examine alleged footprints, disputed photographs, DNA testing, and the many…
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Ep 162: Deadly Réunion - Fatal Shark Attacks in Réunion
In today's episode we crack open the list of shark attacks in Réunion - a small French island in the middle of a "shark highway" between South Africa and Australia. Then: "Who Am I?", "Scratch Of The Day" and we break down the battle between Kenya and Indonesia in the World Wildlife Cup! Watch…
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Ep 161: Animal vs Aircraft - Wildlife Related Aviation Accidents
From bird strikes and runway collisions to animals smuggled onboard aircraft, this episode explores the strange and sometimes deadly ways wildlife has interfered with aviation. Then Who Am I?, Scratch Of The Day and our next instalment of the World Wildlife Cup! Watch the video version of this...
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Ep 160: The Death of Diane Whipple
Today we dive into the case of Diane Whipple, a lacrosse coach killed by two dogs in her own apartment building. Then "Who Am I" and "Scratch Of The Day" and a brand new segment! Watch the video version of this podcast on PATREON! PATREON: patreon.com/maneaters EMAIL:...
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Ep 159: Post Mortem Pet Feedings
This week on Man Eaters, we’re diving into one of the strangest and most unsettling corners of animal behaviour: post-mortem pet feeding. What happens when a beloved owner dies alone… and their pets are left behind? Plus a game of "Who Am I?" and Scratch Of The Day! Watch the video version of…
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Ep 158: The Bahraich Wolf Attacks
In 2024, a series of shocking wolf attacks in northern India’s Bahraich district left entire villages on edge. Over the course of several months, children and adults were reportedly taken from their homes at night in a string of increasingly frequent and violent encounters, sparking panic across...
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BONUS - Dead Funny Episode 3: The Pizza Bomber
I'm back after a short break with a brand new episode of Dead Funny, this time covering the strange and bloody case of The Pizza Bomber! A new episode of Man Eaters is coming next week - stay tuned! PATREON: patreon.com/maneaters EMAIL: [email protected] INSTAGRAM…
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Ep 157: Africa's Most Deadly Part II - The Biggest Little Killers
In part 2 of our mini series of Africa's most deadly we discuss the little guys who cause a whole lot of trouble. Mosquitoes, snakes, bees OH MY! Plus a game of "Who Am I?", Scratch Of The Day and the Man Eaters Grid Game is back! Watch the video version of this podcast on PATREON! PATREON:...
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Ep 156: Africa's Most Deadly Part I - The Big 5!
In today's episode of Man Eaters we kick off a two part series on the most dangerous animals in all of Africa. On this edition we look at 5 of the most iconic, dangerous and deadly megafauna to stalk the savannah: The infamous Big Five. Watch the video version of this podcast on PATREON! PATREON:...
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Ep 155: Weird Ones - The Unexpected Killers
Not all killers have sharp teeth and massive claws. In this episode of Man Eaters, we’re diving into the animals you’d never expect to be dangerous… but somehow are. From the seemingly harmless to the downright adorable, these creatures have all been responsible for human deaths...sometimes in…
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Ep 154: Top 10 Monkey Murders in Modern History.
In this episode of Man Eaters, we explore ten bizarre and tragic cases where encounters with monkeys turned deadly. From a troop of monkeys dropping bricks from a ruined building… to a rogue primate that terrorised an entire village… to the shocking moment a monkey bite helped change the course…
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Ep 153: Thrill Ride or Kill Ride? (w/ReviewTyme)
Theme parks are supposed to be safe, carefully controlled environments where the wild is kept behind glass, bars, and carefully worded warning signs. But sometimes the happiest place on Earth can be the most dangerous... In this episode of Man Eaters, we’re heading to the amusement park with our...
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Ep 152: The Death of Jaryd Atadero
In 1999, three-year-old Jaryd Atadero vanished during a family hike in Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park. What followed was one of the most haunting wilderness mysteries in recent American history. Officials concluded that a mountain lion attack was the most likely cause...but not everyone...
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Ep 151: Fatal Brazilian Dog Attacks PART II
In the conclusion to our series on fatal dog attacks in South America's largest country we cover some of the bloodiest and most brutal stories of man's best friend becoming our worst nightmare. PATREON: patreon.com/maneaters EMAIL: [email protected] INSTAGRAM: @maneaterspodcast INSTAGRAM:...
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Ep 150: Fatal Brazilian Dog Attacks PART I
In this episode of Man Eaters, we examine the growing number of fatal dog attacks in Brazil — a country that has made huge progress in eliminating rabies deaths, yet is now facing a sharp rise in deadly maulings. PATREON: patreon.com/maneaters EMAIL: [email protected] INSTAGRAM:...
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Ep 149: The Death Of Harold Davidson
From pulpit to the lion's mouth. This week on Man Eaters, we unpack the strange, scandal-soaked death of Harold Davidson - the English rector who fled disgrace, reinvented himself as a showman, and met a brutal end in a seaside lion's cage. Faith, fame, and fatal felines… this one’s a wild ride....
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Ep 148: I Am The Walrus (Goo goo g'joob)
Walruses might look like blubbery, sleepy sea potatoes but when threatened, they can become deadly. In this episode of Man Eaters, we dive into the shocking true stories of walrus attacks, including fatal encounters, territorial rampages, and moments when humans seriously underestimated one of…
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Ep 147: The Best Of 2025!
2025 was a big year for Man Eaters... and also a truly awful one for anyone who found themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time with the wrong animal. In this Best Of compilation, we’re revisiting some of the wildest, weirdest and most unforgettable moments from the past year. From apex...
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Ep 146: The Great Emu War REDUX
In 1932, the Australian Army went to war with emus… and lost. At least, that’s how the story usually goes. In this redux episode of Man Eaters, we revisit the Great Emu War - one of the internet’s favourite historical punchlines - to separate the meme from the truth. What actually happened when...
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Bonus | Killer Kryptids - The Loch Ness Monster
Ever wondered what’s really lurking beneath Loch Ness? In this bonus Patreon episode of Man Eaters, we dive deep into the legends, sightings, and mysteries of the world-famous Loch Ness Monster. From historical accounts to modern investigations, this episode is packed with creepy, fascinating…
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Ep 145: Grizzly Mauls Canadian School Kids & Other Animal Attacks
After a brief medically induced hiatus we are back! Let's take this episode to catch up on all the wild animal attacks that occurred throughout the world over the last few weeks! In Australia, dingos, sharks and dogs have run rampant and in North America bears and cougars have been real problems....
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Ep 144: Whale vs Empire: The Wrath of Porphyrios
A single whale terrorised the Byzantine Empire for fifty years, sinking ships, wrecking trade routes, and earning a name feared across the ancient world. Dive into the unbelievable true story of Porphyrios, the whale who fought an empire… and almost won. WEBSITE: www.maneaterspod.com PATREON:...
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Ep 143: Killer Cannibals - Devoured By Desire!
On this special Halloween episode of Man Eaters we cover two crimes that shocked the world not only for their brutality, but for the haunting question at their centre: If someone consents to being eaten, is it still murder? We examine the cases of Armin Meiwes and Issei Sagawa, the psychology...
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Ep 142: Sharm El Sheikh Shark Attacks
In December 2010, the Egyptian resort town of Sharm El Sheikh, one of the world’s most popular diving destinations, was shaken by a series of unprecedented shark attacks. Over just a few days, five swimmers were mauled and one was killed in clear, shallow water. What followed was chaos: beach...
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Ep 141: Jane Goodall: Celebrating A Wild Life
Jane Goodall forever changed the way we see animals, nature, and ourselves. In this special tribute episode, we look back at her extraordinary life. From her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees in Gombe to her global fight for conservation and compassion. As the world mourns her passing, we...
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Ep 140: Top End Terror - The Val Plumwood Croc Attack
On today's episode we cover the incredible survival story of Val Plumwood - an Australian woman who was attacked by a massive saltwater crocodile in 1985 and somehow survived. The waters of Kakadu National Park are not for the faint-hearted. Hear all about this and other Australian crocodile...
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Ep 139: The Sankebetsu Bear Massacre REDUX
Its a big day in Man Eaters History. For the first time ever, we are going back and retelling a story from the early days of the show! Today we rediscover the horror behind the Sankebetsu brown bear incident. In 1915, a huge brown bear descended on a tiny village in Hokkaido, Japan. Over several...
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Ep 138: Salty Assassins - Fatal Jellyfish Stings in Australia
Howdy folks! Ya boy is back and BOY IS HE CONGESTED! On this very stuffy episode we take a look at the list of fatal jellyfish stings in Australia and learn all about the deadliest jelly's on the north coast: box jellyfish, Irukandji and sea wasps- oh my! Apologies for my voice I will not sleep...
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Ep 137: Komodo Carnage: Day Of The Dragon
In today's episode we pop over to Indonesia to talk about one of the most unique and dangerous predators in the world: The Komodo Dragon. An evolutionary marvel, these reptiles are incredible animals- and very real threats to the people who leave amongst them. WEBSITE: www.maneaterspod.com…
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Ep 136: The Wolves Of Paris
Grab your baguette and time traveling pants because we are heading to France in the 1400s to investigate one of the wildest and craziest animal attacks in European history - The Wolves Of Paris. In the middle of The Hundred Years War a pack of wolves terrified the villagers of Paris, and this…
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Ep 135: Kenneth Anderson: Hunter of Man-Eaters
On today's episode we talk about the life and words of Kenneth Anderson- a Man Eater hunter from the early 1900s who not only hunted deadly animals, but wrote about them with warmth and heart. WEBSITE: www.maneaterspod.com PATREON: patreon.com/maneaters EMAIL: [email protected] FACEBOOK:...
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Ep 134: Eat, Pray, Larvae - Parasitic Worms!
Today we get real yucky and we do a deep dive into the world's grossest parasitic worms. From blood flukes to rat lungworm to the classing hookworm and ringworm - this animals are fascinating and just really really foul. This episode isn't for the meek so if you have a weak stomach, maybe have a...
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Ep 133: Military Animals - The Beasts of Battle!
From the thunderous charge of warhorses to the silent glide of Navy dolphins, animals have played crucial—and sometimes surprising—roles in warfare throughout history. In this episode of Man Eaters, we explore the incredible stories of military animals who carried supplies, delivered vital...
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Ep 132: Advice City 2.0
This week on Man Eaters, we’re taking a detour from deadly beasts and into the wild world of your problems. In a special advice segment inspired by James’ old show Advice City, listeners write in with their stickiest dilemmas—from dating disasters and friendship feuds to workplace weirdness and...
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Ep 131: A Tale of Two Tuskers: Arikomban & Padayappa
In this episode of Man Eaters, we dive deep into the lives of two remarkable Indian elephants—Arikomban and Padayappa. Known as “tuskers,” these giants navigate a shrinking wilderness, blurring the line between wild and urban. From Arikomban’s infamous raids on rice stores to Padayappa’s calm...
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Ep 130: Who Let The Dogs Oot? Fatal Canadian Dog Attacks PART III
In the chilling conclusion of our three-part series, we dig into the most shocking and tragic fatal dog attacks in Canadian history. From remote northern communities to suburban backyards, these final stories highlight the complex web of breed stigma, owner responsibility, and cultural context....
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DEAD FUNNY Episode 2 - Hot Ones
In this scorching episode of Dead Funny, we explore the fiery fates of those who met their end through flames, heat, and sheer bad luck. From historical infernos and spontaneous combustions to tragic accidents and truly bizarre burn-related deaths, we’re stoking the flames of some of the most...
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Ep 129: Death by Dog: Fatal Canadian Dog Attacks PART II
The dogs are back—and they’re still not man’s best friend. In Part II of our deep dive into fatal dog attacks across Canada, we continue combing through the grim, bizarre, and sometimes baffling cases of canine-on-human carnage. From tragic accidents to pack attacks that shocked communities, this...
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Ep 128: Canada's Killer Canines: Fatal Canadian Dog Attacks PART I
Canada: land of politeness, poutine… and the occasional fatal dog attack. In this episode, we sink our teeth into a grim and fascinating list of every recorded death by dog in Canada from the 1800s to 1990. From tragic tales on the prairie to mysterious maulings in suburbia, these cases span...
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DEAD FUNNY Episode 1 - The Fall Guys
I'm trying something new! Don't panic, you're still in the right place for Man Eaters content. But today I thought I'd give you a sneak peak at a new podcast I'm working on called Dead Funny! Please have a listen and let me know what you think! Man Eaters will be back next week with a new episode!
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Ep 127: Gorilla vs 100 Dudes
Alright boys and girls, time to talk about this week's stupid internet trend! The web has been ablaze with debate over who would win in a fight: a silverback gorilla or 100 random dudes. Listen now to hear the official Man Eaters take on the debate. WEBSITE: www.maneaterspod.com PATREON:...
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Ep 126: Best Of: The Ocean
Ahoy mateys! Come aboard the HMAS Man Eater as we loot and plunder some of the best episodes in our catalogue all about the Ocean! Featuring stories from: - Episode 89: The USS Indianapolis Shark Attacks - Episode 62: Killer Kryptids: The Kraken - Episode 70: The Death Of Steve Irwin - Episode…
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Think true crime - but instead of serial killers, it’s bears, sharks, hippos, and the occasional murderous goose. From legendary predators to unexpected killers, we explore the science, history, culture, and chaos behind nature’s most shocking encounters. Man Eaters dives into real stories of animal attacks through history with healthy dose of laughter.
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