Field Notes from the Unknown

On this weeks (late) episode Mackenzie tells us about the creepy world of Black Eyed Kids. 👀 Who are these mysterious children, where did the stories come from, and why does everyone seem to agree that you should NEVER let them inside? We explore reported encounters, possible origins, historical connections, and some of the theories surrounding these unsettling little visitors..

What do you get when you mix a bizarre 1925 sighting of a giant space clam with the mysteries of cryptids and UFOs? One strange conversation! 🛸🐚 In this we explore the story behind this unusual sighting and dive into the theories surrounding unexplained creatures and possible encounters with the unknown. From strange sightings to questions about what might be hiding beyond our understanding, we...

🦇🌴 This week we’re heading to Papua New Guinea to investigate the Ropen! 👀 This mysterious flying cryptid is said to have some pretty unusual characteristics, with sightings that make you wonder what exactly people are seeing out there. Is the Ropen an undiscovered creature, a case of mistaken identity, or something weirder? 🤔 What would you rate the Ropen on the believability scale?

In this episode, we’re heading down to Georgia to dive into the Alamahaha, exploring its history, reported sightings, and encounters that have kept this river monster part of Georgia folklore for generations. From historical accounts to more modern reports, we look at what people claim to have seen and whether there could be something lurking beneath the water. Is the Alamahaha an undiscovered aqu...

This week’s episode is a short one, with Mackenzie bringing us the legend of the Gray Man of Pawleys Island. 👻🌊 According to legend, seeing the Gray Man is actually a warning and supposedly a sign that you should get out of town before the storm hits. 🌪️ We dive into the history of the legend, reported sightings, different interpretations of who or what the Gray Man might be, and why his story h...

In this episode, we’re heading down a rabbit hole involving the Smithsonian Institution, alleged giant skeleton discoveries, and one very big question: Is the Smithsonian hiding evidence of giants? 👀 We explore reports of giant skeletons discovered across the United States, including historical accounts, strange case files, and claims that some discoveries were investigated or handled by the Smit...

This week Mackenzie is going to tell us about Thunderbirds! 🦅 But first, Mackenzie gives us the rundown on her trip to Phenomecon before we dive into the strange stories surrounding these massive, legendary birds. Of course, Casey has her own thoughts… including trying to convince Mackenzie that getting picked up by a Thunderbird might not actually be that bad. Needless to say, Mackenzie was not...

In this episode, we take a few unexpected side roads before heading into the folklore surrounding one of the strangest creatures from the Potomac River Valley. 🐺👀 We start things off talking about cryptid-themed games and products, folklore, superstitions, and, of course, our shared love for animals. Because apparently, we can’t stay on topic for too long. 😂 Eventually, we make our way to the S...

Mackenzie’s Bigfoot mini-series has taken us all over and into some seriously strange woods. 👣🌲 From the Grassman of the Midwest to the Skunk Ape hiding in the Florida Everglades, we’ve explored stories of massive, hairy creatures, mysterious footprints, strange vocalizations, and encounters that leave people wondering what they really saw. Then we headed to the Pacific Northwest, Bigfoot’s unof...

In this episode, we head to the mountains of California to explore the mysterious legend of the Dark Watchers. 👀⛰️ These strange, towering figures are said to silently watch travelers from distant mountain peaks before disappearing without a trace. But what exactly are people seeing? Join us as we explore the folklore, theories, and strange encounters surrounding one of California's most unsettli...

In this episode, Mackenzie continues her Bigfoot adventure with a trip to the Pacific Northwest! One of the most famous Bigfoot hotspots in the world. 👣🌲 We start with some fall vibes before jumping into the age-old question: what would it actually take to prove Sasquatch is a real species? Spoiler alert... that conversation gets a little controversial. We also dive into Paul Freeman's controver...

In this episode, we dive into the mysterious legend of the Water Babies of the American West, exploring their folklore, stories, and spiritual significance. 🌊 And no, these aren't the Water Babies you hear about in children's stories… and they definitely aren't cute. 😳 Are they dangerous creatures, spiritual beings, or something else entirely? You tell us what do you think the Water Babies reall...

In this episode, Mackenzie continues her Bigfoot adventure with a possible Desert Bigfoot! 🌵👣 We head into the desert Southwest to explore Bigfoot reports from places like Arizona and New Mexico. And because you know how our conversations go… somehow we end up imagining a Bigfoot bodybuilding competition in an alternate universe. 😂💪 Oh, and did we just discover… Vampire Bigfoot?! 🧛‍♂️👣 You t...

Ever had a moment in the woods where you felt like something was watching? 👀 This legendary North American cryptid is said to stay invisible, lurking behind trees or rocks, yet always watching. It’s described as a tall, slender, almost-human predator with long dark fur, a tail, and glowing eyes that only appear in darkness. These stories keep loggers safe and conjure the wildest fears of being al...

Quick heads up: We ran into a few technical issues during the first couple of minutes, so thanks for bearing with us! This week, we're heading into the swamps, forests, and river bottoms of the American South in search of one of its most infamous cryptids the Fouke Monster, a.k.a. the Beast of Boggy Creek. 👣 It all starts with a terrifying encounter in 1971 when a woman wakes up to a hairy hand r...

This time we're heading deep into the Ozark Mountains to track down the legendary Ozark Howler . Is it a bear? A giant black cat? A horned wolf? Or something no one's been able to explain? And somewhere along the way... Casey may have gotten a little confused and thought Alien Big Cats (ABCs) meant cats from outer space instead of "alien" as in a non-native species. 😂 Let's just say things got a...

On Monday's episode, Mackenzie continues her Bigfoot mini-series with a trip through the Northeast. 👣🌲 It all starts with a terrifying encounter at an abandoned Boy Scout camp in the Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts, where four friends came face-to-face with a towering, red-eyed creature lurking just beyond their campfire. From Massachusetts and Maine to Vermont, New York, and even Pennsylva...

On Monday's episode, we're heading deep into the Appalachian Mountains of North Georgia to unravel one of the region's oldest mysteries... 🌙⛰️ Who built the mysterious stone wall at Fort Mountain? And who were the legendary Moon-Eyed People said to have lived there long before the Cherokee arrived? Were they a real, forgotten people? A piece of Cherokee oral tradition? Or just another Appalachian...

Ever wonder what could be hiding in the Florida Everglades? 🐊🌿 This week, we're diving into the legend of the Skunk Ape. Is it just an escaped exotic animal... or something else roaming Florida's vast, undeveloped wilderness? Mackenzie continues her Bigfoot mini-series with one of the most famous Bigfoot-like cryptids in the country. What do you think the Skunk Ape really is? 👣 https://www.ebsc...

Happy Pride, everyone! 🌈 Starting this episode off with a side conversation: How do you think cryptids would identify? Let us know in the comments! This week, we dive into the legend of the Qallupilluit, an Inuit myth said to snatch children away beneath the ice. Often described as a terrifying mermaid or Arctic boogeyman, no one really knows what happens to the children it takes... So what do yo...

Ever wondered what’s lurking deep in the woods? 🌲 Imagine a giant, silent figure watching you, nine feet tall, covered in hair, and gone before you can snap a picture. This week, Mackenzie kicks off her Bigfoot mini-series with the Grassman, one of the most intriguing Bigfoot-like creatures reported across the Midwest. Do you think something is really out there? 👣 https://astonishinglegends.com/...

You spot a woman standing alone in a field, mesmerized by her big brown eyes. But then you glance down... Those aren't feet they're deer hooves. 🦌 This is the legend of the Deer Woman. Will you stop to help her... or will she stomp you? What would you rate the Deer Woman? Deer Woman | Cryptid Wiki | Fandom   Oklahoma's Taxti Wau (Deer Woman) - Coffee House Writers   Cryptids of Kansas: The Windig...

On this episode, we travel to Plum Island to dig into the mysterious experiments and events that may have created the Montauk Monster. 👀 We dive into government conspiracy theories, alleged CIA involvement in bioweapons research, Operation Mongoose, African Swine Fever, Lyme disease, and so much more. You know Casey loves a good government conspiracy… just wait until she brings up the pigeons 😂...

On this episode, we return to William T. Cox’s Fearsome Creatures of the Lumberwoods to learn about the Gumberoo—a bear-like cryptid that can only be killed by one thing… fire. 🔥 Like most of our conversations, this one somehow takes a side road into cannibalism and flesh pedestrians before Casey brings us back with another strange creature: the Nandi Bear. But is the Nandi Bear really a cryptid…...

In this episode, we dive into the strange world of Pukwudgies, exploring their origins, behavior, and the creepy encounters people have had with them. All while trying to convince Mackenzie not to run off into the woods to catch one 😂 https://www.native-languages.org/pukwudgie.htm https://homespunhaints.com/what-is-a-pukwudgie https://theportalist.com/what-is-a-pukwudgie https://newenglandfolklor...