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MonsterTalk: The Science Show About Monsters is a free audio podcast that critically examines the science behind cryptozoological (and legendary) creatures, such as Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, or werewolves. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

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S04E44 Ghost Hunting 1975

We take a look at a fascinating slice of paranormal history in the form of a 1975 BBC documentary The Ghost Hunters. How much has changed in paranormal research since 1975? Not much, after a fashion… Anybody know something about these plastic pub barrels from the 1970s? Show Notes: Benson Herbert - ghost hunter Andrew Green - the Spectre Inspector John Cutten (SPR, Inventor) Watch this masterpiece on YouTube here. Yes - the Ion Gun is, in fact, a device for cleaning vinyl records. Hugh’s other paranormal doco - "Out of this World" from 1977 The Three Horseshoes Pub (Wiltshire) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support. Some product links may be affiliated with Amazon revenue sharing.

57 min
8 SEPT.

S04E43 - Big Foot and Van Meter

Blake catches Karen up on his current research projects: The four-wall tour dates of the PGF, and a contextual look at the Van Meter Visitor. Neither of these projects are finished but he is excited to share what he's been working on. Dolemite is mentioned favorably. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support. Some product links may be affiliated with Amazon revenue sharing.

43 min
1 SEPT.

S04E42 You Don't Know Jackalopes

Blake is joined by regular contributor Matt Baxter, and special guest Kara Van Hoose from the Colorado Department of Parks and Wildlife to discuss the (not that mysterious) outbreak of "tentacle bunnies" in Colorado this summer. News reports of "rabbits with tentacles" Deer wasting disease (zombie deer) "Colorado Cannibal" Alfred Packer Colorado Parks & Wildlife Colorado Parks & Wildlife Karl Shuker's blog about Jackalope 99% Invisible episode on Jackalope Wall Drug Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support. Some product links may be affiliated with Amazon revenue sharing.

35 min
25 AOÛT

S04E41 Karen and Matt in Scotland

Karen and Matt are back from their book tour in the UK and they got to have some real MonsterTalk moments! Loch Ness, Boleskine House and more plus Blake wrestles with gremlins! More photos will be available on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/137274189?pr=true&cr=true Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support. Some product links may be affiliated with Amazon revenue sharing.

59 min
18 AOÛT · BONUS

Flashback: Shaver Mystery Super-cut

It's Hollow Earth, UFOs, the birth of Sci-Fi, and more wierdshit than you can believe as we present a super-cut of our 2-part interview with Jerry Drake and Jeb Card about one of the foundational stories of "weirdshitology" in a new ginormous single episode. And there's a little bit of reading if you want to follow us down the rabbit hole... EXTENSIVE show notes freely viewable at Patreon. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support. Some product links may be affiliated with Amazon revenue sharing.

2 h 50 min
11 AOÛT

S04E40 - Catching Up: UK Edition

Karen and Matt check in from the UK! Karen is on tour promoting her new book Bitch: The Journey of a Word. (affiliate link) Islands are engines of language diversity Borley Rectory Mentioned for future coverage (but touched on before): The Black Monk of Pontefract Episodes covering Enfield and Poltergeists Boleskine House Some Nessie & Scotland coverage Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support. Some product links may be affiliated with Amazon revenue sharing.

43 min
4 AOÛT

S04E39 - Are Magpies Monsters?

A fascinating chat about Australian Magpies (Gymnorhina tibicen) with Dr. Grainne Cleary in which we talk about the role of stories in creating monsters, the role of citizen science, and lots of cool biology facts about these birds. Not everything about Magpies is black and white, it turns out. Why do birds do that? (affiliate link) Your Backyard Birds (booktopia - Australian bookshop) And remember: Why do Birds Sing? will be dropping into stores September 2nd, 2025! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support. Some product links may be affiliated with Amazon revenue sharing.

51 min
28 JUIL.

S04E38 - Revisiting Robert the Doll

Blake recounts his recent visit to see Robert the Doll, and his findings after a deep dive into newspapers and other literature. Patrons get follow-up info from the girl who was the subject of the "true doll haunting" from episode #114! Karen's latest book: Bitch: The Journey of a Word Recent death "associated" with demonic doll Annabelle Official website of the museum hosting Robert the Doll Call for Papers: Of Gods and Monsters II (July 15, 2025 - November 1, 2025) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support. Some product links may be affiliated with Amazon revenue sharing.

29 min

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BANDE-ANNONCE

Introducing: On The Offensive

Karen's latest book is available at Amazon and wherever books are sold. Support MonsterTalk by using the affiliate ad link: bit dot ly forward-slash OnTheOffensive Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support. Some product links may be affiliated with Amazon revenue sharing.

22/10/2020

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Fantastic in every way

19/09/2024

TSG5353

This show is the pinnacle of podcasting. Blake and Karen are extremely knowledgeable, phenomenal interviewers (who get great guests), and come across as genuinely curious and thoughtful people. In their scientific looks at the paranormal and folklore, they are very open-minded and generous towards true believers. But they’re not so open-minded as to dent reality.
The most insidious hate speech...

01/11/2024

AdamlWard

...is speech masked in the guise of concern. Pretending to know the minds and motivations of the multitudes involved is hubris. No one is free of bias. When you are *certain* you are in the right, just remember that is likely what every other person believes about themselves as well. Please stick to monsters and puns, too many shows are spoiled by poorly qualified politicized opinions. Always careful to not offend anyone except people that you may not agree with, and then you call them terrible things. I like your show and have listened for a long time, but I don't think I would like you.
Great show!

09/06/2024

NonkeyBusiness

Blake and Karen do a great job of balancing the fun of the mysteries with their skeptical approach. It never feels judgey; they don’t ridicule people or the paranormal — they genuinely seem to be interested in finding real answers. Good times!
Monster talk

02/03/2024

teachmom

I love this podcast. Open minded well intentioned skeptics. Heavy on facts and great back and forth with the hosts. Informed guests I have learned fantastic facts and fun history. Many thanks are long overdue and well deserved- Dan B

MonsterTalk: The Science Show About Monsters is a free audio podcast that critically examines the science behind cryptozoological (and legendary) creatures, such as Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, or werewolves. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.