Cryptids and Mystics Podcast

Welcome to February, Creepies! Manny brings us the story of the Kraken. (Did ya'll guess right from our clues on Patreon?) While Sara brings vibes -- just vibes. No story from them this time, but we did talk a lot about our spooky experience on a Haunted Whittier tour. Stay curious and stay creepy!

It's time to torment Manny! Sara brings the spookies with the history and hauntings of the Conjuring House aka The Arnold House in Rhode Island. Then Manny tells us the history and hauntings of Colorado Bridge in Pasadena, California, aka Suicide Bridge. There's a lot going on in this episode so please prioritize your mental health. TW/CW: Suicide, rape, death, hanging, jumping to death, baby deat...

Merry Late-mas! To wrap up the year we have Sara telling us all about Satanic Panic, it's origins and a few true crime tales at the center of it. Manny tells us about the Native American legend that shouldn't be uttered aloud; Skinwalkers. (Warning: Don't read this description out loud.) And we all shake in our Christmas boots. Of course we were late in putting these out so don't listen to us tell...

We're home for the holidays, folks! That's right, welcome Sara and Manny back into your homes, sit by your fires, and roast those chestnuts cause we've got some scary ghost stories from Christmases long, long ago. Well, kinda. First Manny brings us a roundup of scary ghost stories from Disneyland. That's right, even the happiest place on Earth has its skeletons. Next Sara brings us the creepy hist...

It's our very 1st anniversary episode and we're filled with pride and joy and also sloth and wrath! This week Manny takes us on another creepy tour where we learn all sorts of things about New England and East Coast weirdness. Sara took a break this week, kicked back, and made unnecessary commentary the whole episode; a true lazy Millennial. Enjoy our antics and we can't wait to bring you another...

Welcome back to our regular programming! Don't worry, there's plenty of creepy left; we keep it spooky all year round. Sara starts us off with secret societies and their weird dealings, then Manny tells us all about Latine spirit animals in the concept of alebrijes. So, sign the secret book, and open your mind to color for this episode. Stay curious, and stay creepy!

Welcome to our Halloween Special! Excuse the screaming, it is Halloween, after all. We're not that sorry, though. We talk about some Halloween memories and a little about Manny's personal haunted house. Then we get into our special stories with Manny telling us about the infamous La Llorona. Then Sara brings us the true history of Halloween and Samhain. Get ready to never sleep again! Happy Hallow...

We can't let this recording get lost to time so we're bringing you a recording from July 2023. Sara starts us off with the mysteries surrounding Stonehenge and Manny brings us the elusive but somehow still well-known Mokele Mbembe from the Congo. Remember to stay curious and stay creepy!

Welcome to Spoopy Season! We're bringing you a traditional episode of a legend and a scary story. Manny brings you the wild tale of Jörmungandr and Sara brings you the history and science behind Bloody Mary. Hope ours stories chill your bones this season. Especially because it's still so damn hot in LA and we need a little chill in the air!

The Dynamic Duo is back, baby! This week we have Sara giving us mystery, giving us girl boss energy, with the story and mystery of Amelia Earhart. Then we have Manny with a classic and cute cryptid (yes, cute!) of the Squonk. In this house we love Squonk!

Manny is flying solo for this one! Join him on his day trip of the creepy and spooky side of Santa Barbara and Ventura counties in CA. We love you, Sara!

A former Patreon exclusive, join Manny as he tells us a short story on the infamous Pterodactyl of Tombstone.

Sara & Manny discuss the American medical system, completely on accident. It just gets brought up and we have a few bones to pick before we get into it! Manny starts us off with a beer to match his topic, the Māori legend of the Kikokiko. And yes, that does translate to "flesh-flesh". 😬 Next, Sara brings us an overview of the famous Salem Witch Trials, which it turns out had a huge impact on Amer...

It's episode 15 where Sara & Manny get together to talk about scary shit, once again. We've got Manny talking about our favorite baby, sweetie pie, muffin... the Jersey Devil! You gotta hear this backstory. Next we have Sara talking about something that has plagued them for years, sleep paralysis. We couldn't tell this one without some help so we sourced some real life stories just for you. Stay c...

Formerly a Patreon exclusive, we're bringing you the creepiest, spoopiest, story from Manny's excursion to New Orleans. Try your best to enjoy, but really just be super creeped out, by the story of Madame LaLaurie. Shout out to D'artagna from Witches Brew Tours for a great tour! Stay curious, and stay creepy!

Thanks for being so patient with us, Creepies! Your new episode has finally arrived and it's juicy. Sara brings you part two of the Villisca Axe Murders by going first two episodes and a row. No more waiting! Then Manny tells us the dark fairy tale of Duendes in Latin America. This comes with a presidential stamp of approval; check our sources! And remember to stay curious, and stay creepy!

Join Sara & Manny while their horchata vibes turn a little sour as they talk about the famed Villisca Axe Murders. Sara takes us on a dive so deep that she needs a part two. Manny introduces us to the history and folklore of the Pukwudgie, also known as a tiny terror. Enjoy some banter about things only elder millennials would know: pagers & flip phones. And remember to stay curious, and stay cree...

Manny takes us on a journey to the far away and mystical land of... Lake Elsinore, California. (If you've ever been there, you get the joke.) He tells us about LE's mascot and the love in all of our hearts, Elsie; California's very own Nessie. Next up, Sara takes us on a much further journey to Egypt with the spine tingling, incredible tale of, Dorothy Eady aka Omm Sety. Explore past lives with us...

Welcome to episode 11 where Manny takes us to the central mountains of California to visit the Dark Watchers or Los Vigilantes Oscuros, if ya nasty. Next Sara dissects witches in TV and film from both a negative and positive viewpoint. Spoilers ahead for The Witch, The Blair Witch Project, and The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.

It took us a bit, but we're finally giving ya'll a new episode. Join us for part two of Manny's spooky-spooky tour of the US, followed by Sara's deep dive into Harry Houdini's life and death. Get tipsy with us this ep and HARRYDIDYOUPUTYOURNAMEINTHEGOBLETOFFIRE!!

Please enjoy our very first listener episode where we tell you the stories that you send us. We add emphasis where you wouldn't, we talk about how scared we are in between sentences, and we basically ruin your life experience! Thank you to all who are featured in this episode and to all the ghosts haunting them.

The first episode of March is here and we're bringing in the punches... by being a little punchy! Enjoy our wild tangents in this one and laugh with us or at us. Who cares! First Manny brings us part one of his tour of spooky parks across the US. And baby, it gets creepy. Next Sara tells us all about palmistry and how to read hands. Don't worry you won't die soon. And if you hear a plane, it's pro...

Let's dig into the disturbing and sad case of the murder of Andre Daigle with Sara. She tells us how a psychic helped bring him some justice. Then we'll join Manny on his deep dive into the one, the only, the Wendigo. He debunks the Caucasian influences and warns us of overindulgence. We're working on new content for ya'll every day so check back later this month for our very listener episode! You...

Welcome to our February vibe; have we got the love for you! First Sara brings you a rudimentary discussion on potions, their magic, and their healing properties. Next Manny brings you the stinkiest boi, the Skunk Ape! Strap in for a hairy ride, ya’ll. Don't forget to leave us a review if you like what you hear, follow us anywhere you get your podcasts, and join our Patreon for early access to epis...

We're back to close out the month of January! First, Manny talks about the horrible, awful, terrifying, history of the Cucuy! Yes, that's right, the original Boogieman. Sara's trauma is going awf! Then Sara brings us a rudimentary explanation of crystals and their powers. We also delve into ethical mining and of course take a trip to (Anti)Capitalist Corner. We're still working on our sign off so,...