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The Cryptid Keeper
by The Cryptid Keeper
What common ground do an Appalachian folklorist and a horror-savvy scream queen have? Cryptids. Come laugh, learn, and get creeped out!
Episodes
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Episode 145 - Endings and Beginnings
Well friends, we've reached the end of this particular journey together. Please don't worry, we're both okay and planning to create more projects together in the future! But after some long, hard conversations (that have been quite a long time coming) we realized that it's time for this…
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Episode 144 - Listener Stories #4
Will-o-the-wisps, haunted dolls, and big box stores with a ghost problem? Looks like it's time for another listener stories episode! Treat yourself to a buffet of creatures, critters, and stories submitted by out very own Cryptid Keepers (that's all of you)! Our inbox was overflowing with stories...
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Episode 143 - Ouija Boards
It's a dark and stormy night, and we're going to call on some voices from the beyond. Just put your fingers on the planchette, clear your mind, ask a question, and hope the wrong thing doesn't answer. This week is all about the world's most controversial board game, the Ouija Board. Derived from...
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Episode 142- The Nahuelito
Let's go for a swim! Don't worry about that feeling of something brushing up against your feet, it's just algae! OR it's the subject of this week's episode, the Naheulito! Native to Argentina, this little (okay, big) lake monster has made quite a name for itself, inspiring news coverage, hunting...
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Episode 141 - Crawlers/The Rake
My my my, this sure is some scary spaghetti! Some menacing manicotti! Some...creepy pasta, if you will? This week we're covering the intersection of internet horror and cryptid culture, a spindly pale humanoid creature so scary it spawned an online horror movement and a subreddit to boot! We're...
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Episode 140 - The Amabie
She's beauty and she's grace, she'll heal you with her face. This week we're talking about the often-requested Amabie, a mermaid like creature from Japan that protects people from pandemics in a very particular way. Join us as we discuss the story of the Amabie, the first meme, the Amabie...
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Episode 139 - The Pooka
Hippity Hoppity, Pooka's on its way! This week, we're talking about another creature from Irish folklore, the shapeshifting trickster spirit that loves to take the form of a rabbit, horse, and human: The pooka/puca/phouka! If you were wondering what cryptid is good for advice, financial tips, or...
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Episode 138- The Beast of Busco
We've got a shell of a show for you this week! We're diving into Indiana waters where the mighty Beast of Busco dwells! A massive snapping turtle and local celebrity with a lot of character, this big old friend is a (potentially dangerous) icon and lake monster like no other! Join us as we talk...
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Episode 137 - The Dullahan
No need to lose your head! It's just another episode of The Cryptid Keeper! This one takes us back the familiar rolling green hills of Ireland, and the darkness of its faery lore. We're talking about the Dullahan, or the "headless rider" of legend who comes into town at night, bringing death with...
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Episode 136 - The Oklahoma Octopus
Hi there, Keepers. We're back on our regular release schedule, but that doesn't mean the fight for black lives is over, or any of the vital conversations that have been happening. Scroll down in these show notes for some important resources/places to donate. We're keeping it simple this week with…
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Episode 135 - Kitsune
We're feeling foxy this week, and our new episode is all about kitsune! Join us as we discuss this famous, mischievous, shapeshifting fox spirit in all of its trickery and glory. From magic and murder to romance and noodle soup, the kitsune is a creature full of variety. Let us spin you a "tail"…
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Episode 134 - Household Spirits
While so many of us are stuck at home, Alex and Addison are here with an episode all about creatures that dwell in the home. Normally we cover the spooky and scary, but this week is all about helpful household spirits! From hobs and brownies to domovoy and fire ghosts, we're covering a wide range...
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Episode 133- Listener Stories 3
Hey there, Keepers! It's time for another Listener Stories episode. Everything in this episode was made possible by Listeners Like You! From aliens and ghosts to bog witches and shadow people, we're here to share a wild mixed bag of stories (with some tangents in between). Thank you so much to...
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Episode 132 - Poltergeists
Boo! Did we scare you? You look like you've seen a ghost. Or, maybe, like you've HEARD a ghost? This week's subject comes from a german word meaning "noisy ghost" and they sure are. These ghosts aren't your usual wispy apparitions in period dress, poltergeists can be rude, violent, and downright...
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Episode 131 - Golem
This week, special guest and Friend of the Show (and composer of our theme song) Andrew Giotta joins us to discuss the golem, a creature most often described as a humanoid being made from clay. HUGE thank you to Andrew for offering a personal perspective and having a thoughtful conversation with...
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Episode 130- Batsquatch
Alex and Addison lit the bat(squatch) signal this week, and this is what we got. He's massive, he's hairy, he may or may not drink blood... We're talking about the Batsquatch! As the name might imply, this is a humanoid bat-like creature that loves caves, volcanoes, and scaring people on deserted...
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Episode 129.5 - The Goatman
Uh oh...do you feel that? It's a GALAXY WARP! The fabric of space and time is bending, and it's causing podcasts to...switch hosts??? On this day of April Foolery, our friends from Ending Pending have dropped in to host the show for us! They're here to give you a little midweek treat all about…
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Episode 129 - The Alicanto
In times of darkness, we all need a little bit of light. Sometimes that light is a metaphor, and sometimes it's a bird that literally glows in the dark. That bird is the Alicanto, a feathered friend with some pretty expensive tastes. Join us as we cover the traits and habits of this beautiful...
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Episode 128 - Haunted Dolls (Part 2)
Outside, it's very scary, but in here it's spooky with a capital OO. Addison's back to torment Alex, and everyone else, with tales of haunted dolls, cursed teddy bears, etsy listings, and more! It's the promised return of Haunted Dolls, back for Part Two! They just want to play, so sit down with...
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Episode 127 - The Yukon Beaver Eater
This week, our bodies may be stuck at home, but our minds are traveling to the wild wilderness of the Yukon! This episode is all about the majestic, mysterious, much-debated beast: The Yukon Beaver Eater. Does it eat beavers? IS it a beaver? Let's try to forget about the troubles of the world for...
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Episode 126 - Normie (The Lake Norman Monster)
In a massive man-made lake in picturesque North Carolina is the biggest Normie known to mankind. He's about 10 feet long, loves to chase boats, and may or may not be coated in toxic waste. This week it's all about Normie, the Lake Norman Monster! Join us as we go over sightings, theories, the...
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Episode 125 - Cryptid Taxonomy
We're back, baby! Thank you so much to everyone who helped us hit our fundraising goal and make this show weekly again. To start off this brand new podcasting chapter, we're redefining cryptozoology and shaking it all up! From the history of cryptozoology as a field of study to the brave new…
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Episode 124 - Haunted Paintings
A picture's worth a thousand words, but these pictures are worth a thousand screams! This week we're taking a trip into the world of the arts, particularly art with a hidden darkness to it. Whether it's a curse, a ghost child, or a general sense of dread that accompanies looking at it, we covered...
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Episode 123 - Gremlins
Don't expose this podcast to bright lights, don't get it wet, and DON'T feed it after midnight. Just kidding, you know we love a midnight snack. We tempted fate with our episode subject this week, and decided to talk about those mischievous little creatures that love to sabotage wiring and...
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Episode 122- Werecats
Pour out a dish of milk, roll out a ball of yarn, and get the cat nip ready! It's time to party! Addison saw Cats in theaters three (3!!!) times, so you know what that means: It's time to talk about werecats. The mysterious, feline cousin of the werewolf, join us as we dive into the rich and…
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Episode 121- Banshees
This week's subject's cries ring through the night, a portent of doom and new podcast episodes. We're a little late this week, but we're here with our first episode of 2020 and it's all about banshees. We're ushering in the new year with a conversation about a mournful spirit with a bad…
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Episode 120- La Befana
Check your skies for figures on broomsticks, check your socks for candy, and make sure you have a nice cheese plate out because Alex and Addison are welcoming La Befana into our collective home for this week's episode! Come spend some seasonal good times with us as we learn about Italy's iconic...
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Episode 119- Mari Lwyd
Knock knock! Who's there? Bone horse! Bone horse who? Best the bone horse in a battle of wits or LET US IN TO YOUR HOUSE FOR BOOZE AND FOOD. We're here with a seasonal episode this week, talking about the terrifying but fun wintertime tradition of the Mari Lwyd! Join us as we talk about wassail,...
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Episode 118- The Toronto Tunnel Monster
Grab a flashlight, it's dark in these here tunnels! This week we travel deep into the darkness of the underground tunnels of Toronto (and a couple other places) to explore the horrors (and friends) that dwell within! We're talking about the Toronto Tunnel Monster (AKA the Cabbagetown Tunnel...
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Episode 117- The Loch Ness Monster
We've rolled out the red carpet this week, folks, because a CELEBRITY is in the house! The one, The ONLY (probably) Loch Ness Monster. Join us as we dive into some of the bizarre stories surrounding Nessie, and realize pretty fast that there's more to say about this blurry icon than we can fit in...
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Episode 116- Halloween Listener Stories 2
It's the spookiest time of the year! So we're back with another round of stories sent to us by listeners with something to share! It's Halloween Listener Stories 2: Electric BOOgaloo! Grab some snacks, a mug of something delicious, and come hang out with us for a little while as we celebrate one…
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Episode 115- The Beast of Gevaudan
Sorry for the delay on this one, but we're back this week with a Beast of an episode! Follow us to old-timey France as we discuss a mysterious creature that tormented the French countryside, got the attention of the King, and found its way into werewolf lore and our hearts. This week we're...
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Episode 114- Organism 46b
On this week's episode we dive deep into the lore of our childhood cartoons for about 15 straight minutes, but THEN! Then, we dive deep under the ice to a mysterious subglacial lake, where danger lurks around every ice shelf. Join us as we discuss Organism 46B! Its name may sound boring and...
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Episode 113- The Huldra
On this podcast, we're brave enough to stand up and say: I love my terrifyingly strong forest wife! Welcome back to The Cryptid Keeper, where this week we're covering a fascinating lady from Scandinavian folklore: The Huldra. Join us as we discuss the importance of manners when dealing with...
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Episode 112- The Ozark Howler
Howl are you? This week's cryptid takes us deep into the Ozarks, where it's known to cause quite a ruckus. We're talking all about the Ozark Howler, an elusive creature with a terrifying cry and some complicated lore! Join us as we discuss the various horrible sounds of nature, truth and lies in...
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Episode 111- The Nure-Onna (Drenched Woman)
Let's take a lovely stroll along the beach, and not talk to any strange women holding mysterious bundles of cloth! If you do, you might just run into the Nure-Onna, the subject of this week's episode! Part human, part snake, all icon, this watery creature is positively dripping with intrigue.…
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Episode 110- Mummies
There's nothing more summery than a preserved corpse that may or may not have magical properties or a deep-seated hunger for vengeance, so this week is all about Mummies! We're looking particularly at mummies from a mythology/folklore perspective, as it's difficult to debate the existence of...
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Patreon Minisode- The Tizzie-Whizie
Since both of our hosts are a bit out of commission this week, we decided to part the curtain and give you a peek at some of our past Patreon bonus content! This is a Patreon minisode recorded way back in January of this year about the Tizzie-Whizie! Part hedgehog, part bee, all adorable and...
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Episode 109- LIVE in CHICAGO!!!
Since we're both on opposite coasts, your Cryptid Keeper hosts decided to meet in the middle and do a live show in Chicago!!! Pardon our various plosives and various other mishaps that come with live show audio, and come with us! From the Chicago "Mothman", to a mini haunted tour of various…
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Episode 108- Haunted Dolls
Come play with us, listeners! For ever, and ever, and ever... Open up your antique toy chest or head up into that dusty old attic, because this week we're talking about haunted dolls! From Hollywood's Annabelle and Robert the Doll to some lesser-known hidden gems, there is no shortage of creepy...
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Episode 107- The Kapre
Be careful walking in the forest, friends! Especially if you smell cigar smoke! You never know what could be chilling in the trees, wearing a cool utility belt and loincloth, ready to pounce! This week we're covering the Kapre, AKA Bigfoot's distant cousin with a penchant for smoking and...
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Episode 106- The Lusca
It's Summertime, baby! The perfect time for a vacation to the beautiful crystal blue waters of the Bahamas, where absolutely nothing scary is lurking in any elaborate underwater caves. Just kidding, there absolutely is! Join us as we go cave-diving into the murky story of the Lusca, a giant...
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Episode 105- Demons
You've heard us talk about angels, and now we're back at it again to talk about the other side of the coin! Join us this week as Alex takes us through demons, covering everything from their cultural variations to exorcisms. And, of course, talk a little bit about Good Omens and David Tennant. CW...
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Episode 104- Baba Yaga (with Bailey Meyers)
Alex is out this week, but have no fear! We have a special guest host! Sliding across the forest floor in a giant mortar and pestle, Bailey Meyers (Goosedrunks, Aksys Games) is with us to talk about the most iconic Russian Grandma Witch of all time, Baba Yaga! Join Addison and Bailey as we…
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Episode 103- The Boogeyman
He sees you when you're sleeping, he knows when you're awake, and he's no Santa Claus. Check under your bed and keep a nightlight handy because this week's episode is all about The Boogeyman! Known by many names, shapes, and stories across the world, the one thing we can say for sure is that this...
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Episode 102- The Altamaha-ha
It's summertime, it's getting hot and toasty out here, how's about we go for a swim? Let's cool off with a friendly local water monster, the Altamaha-ha! Her friends call her Altie, and you can too if you listen to our episode! We're headed down south to Georgia to discuss sea monster…
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Episode 101- Ladies in Red
Careful, this podcast is haunted! This week, Addison continues her theme of Ghosts That Wear a Specific Color by talking about ghosts that fall under the category of: Lady in Red. Join us as we battle the terrible internet in Addison's new apartment, discuss the cultural significance of color…
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Episode 100 Spectacular
Well, friends, we've made it. We've been recording this silly monster show for 100 episodes. No, we can't believe it either. Join us for a 100th episode celebration full of tv tropes, twists and turns, questions from Listeners Like You, a Live (Indrid) Cold Reading from The Mothman Prophecies…
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Episode 99- The Sigbin
We're crabwalking backwards into your feeds with a brand new episode about a mysterious vampiric creature: the Sigbin! It could be a kangaroo, a bay cat, a hairless bear, or a goat, but all that we know is it's pretty creepy and it wants your blood! Or maybe just the blood of your livestock? Not...
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Episode 98- The Squonk
This week's subject is known as the ugliest cryptid of all time, but don't you dare judge a book by its cover! He is the Squonk, and he speaks for the trees! By which we mean, he weeps for the trees, just cries all the time. Join us this week as we talk about the squonk's haunting origin story,...
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What common ground do an Appalachian folklorist and a horror-savvy scream queen have? Cryptids. Come laugh, learn, and get creeped out!
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