Kraken Cans Cast: Cryptids, Urban Legends, and All Things Spooky

Two years. Over 100 episodes. Countless cryptids, ghost stories, UFOs, urban legends, and plenty of laughs along the way—and we couldn't have done it without all of you. To celebrate this milestone, we're bringing you a replay of our live anniversary show! Whether you joined us live or couldn't make it, we've got you covered. Sit back and enjoy the stories, conversations, and a...

Dive into the legend of the Big Muddy Beast, Southern Illinois' most infamous cryptid. In this episode, we explore the creature's most chilling sightings, the explosive wave of encounters during the 1970s Big Muddy Monster flap, eyewitness reports, strange evidence, and the theories behind what may have been lurking along the Big Muddy River. Was it a Bigfoot, a misidentified animal, or...

In this episode of The Kickback , we sit down with Ryan, Christy, and Steven from Slice of the Paranormal —the podcast that travels to haunted locations, dives into the history behind them, and samples the local pizza along the way. We talk about their experience at the Pennhurst 2026 ParaCon , some of their favorite haunted locations, Steven’s legendary hat, and plenty more paranormal shenanigans...

We made it to 100 main episodes , and we’re celebrating the only way we know how—with a cold beer and one of the strangest stories we’ve ever covered. This week, we’re pairing the episode with Two Years of Tripping from Tripping Animals Brewing because this story feels less like a haunting and more like a full-blown LSD trip. Forget “straight-up cursed”—this one is a straight-up trip. Join us as w...

What happens when exhausted lumberjacks hear strange screams echoing through the dark forests of Maine? In this Cryptid Minisode, we dive into the legend of the Dungavenhooter , one of the strangest creatures in Fearsome Critter folklore. Said to be a long, gator-like beast with glowing eyes, no mouth, and a haunting cry that could send chills down a logger's spine, the Dungavenhooter has puz...

On Christmas Eve 1945, a fire ripped through the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia. By morning, five of the Sodder children were believed dead. But there was one problem—no remains were ever found. As investigators ruled the tragedy an accidental house fire, George and Jennie Sodder refused to accept the official story. Strange events leading up to the fire, mysterious witnesses, r...

This month we’re digging into the viral photo that supposedly shows Trump meeting a group of Nordic aliens outside the White House. Is it legit, AI, or just another internet mystery that’s gotten completely out of control? Then we head to Ohio to talk about the Frogman Bill that’s been making the rounds and what it could mean for one of the state’s most famous cryptid legends. After that, we break...

Step inside one of Virginia's most haunted locations as we explore the chilling history and paranormal legends surrounding Ferry Plantation in Virginia Beach. From mysterious apparitions and shadowy figures to reports of a woman in white and the spirits of those tied to the property's tragic past, Ferry Plantation has earned a reputation as a hotspot for ghost hunters and paranormal inve...

In this minisode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive into the strange and lesser-known legend of the Axehandle Hound, one of North America's most bizarre fearsome critters. Said to roam the deep forests with a body shaped like an axe handle and a taste for unsuspecting lumberjacks, this unusual piece of logging camp folklore has been passed down for generations. Join us as we explore the origins, si...

In this episode of Kraken Cans Cast , we head deep into the mystery of Skinwalker Ranch , one of the most infamous paranormal hotspots in the world. We explore the experiences of the Sherman family, including the legendary giant wolf encounter and the strange events that put the ranch on the map. We also discuss other reported sightings and phenomena before diving into the sale of the property, wh...

In this Kickback episode, we crack a cold one with Matt Orton from Drunken Cryptids! Matt shares stories from his recent Sasquatch expeditions, an intense personal encounter you won’t want to miss, and gives us the inside scoop on the upcoming Arkansas Cryptid Festival happening June 6th in Little Rock, Arkansas. Be sure to follow Drunken Cryptids on social media and check out his podcast wherever...

In this episode, we dive into the infamous Cash-Landrum UFO incident — one of the strangest and most controversial UFO encounters in American history.  In 1980, Betty Cash, Vickie Landrum, and young Colby Landrum claimed they encountered a massive glowing craft on a dark Texas road… followed by mysterious military helicopters and terrifying physical symptoms. Were they exposed to radiation from a...

What happens when a mysterious bird-like cryptid starts laying perfectly square eggs deep in the wilderness? In this mini-sode we dive into the bizarre legend of the Gillygaloo — one of the strangest creatures in North American folklore. From lumberjack tales and absurd survival myths to cube-shaped eggs and backwoods humor, we break down the origins, stories, and weird history behind this legenda...

Deep in the folklore of Easton lies one of Pennsylvania’s strangest and darkest legends — the Goblin Monk of Easton. In this episode, we dive into the eerie tale of a mysterious monk-like creature tied to fear, punishment, curses, and supernatural encounters that have haunted local storytelling for generations.  If you love cryptids, haunted legends, supernatural mysteries, folklore, and strange h...

Welcome to the very first episode of Kraken Current — our new monthly dive into the latest stories from the cryptid, paranormal, and weird world. This month, we’re talking about the recent discovery of a prehistoric giant octopus known as Nanaimoteuthis haggarti, a massive sea predator that lived during the Late Cretaceous Period around 72–86 million years ago alongside dinosaurs like the T-Rex. S...

This week on the Kraken Cans Podcast, we dive deep into the terrifying legend of the Indescribable Octoman — one of the strangest and most unsettling cryptids you’ve probably never heard of. Described as a bizarre humanoid creature with octopus-like features, the Octoman has appeared in eerie encounters, strange folklore, and paranormal discussions that blur the line between monster, alien, and so...

Deep in the lumber camps of American folklore lurks the terrifying and ridiculous Gumberoo — a nearly indestructible beast with rubber-like skin that bullets bounce right off of. In this Kraken Cans mini-sode, we dive into the bizarre legend, its origins in Fearsome Critter tales, and why lumberjacks feared this explosive cryptid. Funny folklore, weird history, and chaotic cryptid energy packed in...

What if UFOs aren’t machines at all… but living creatures? In this mind-bending episode of the Kraken Cans Podcast, we dive deep into the strange world of atmospheric biology, space jellyfish, and the theory that organic life may exist in Earth’s skies and beyond. We’re joined by Justin England of Cryptids of the Corn and author of Living UFOs: The Ocean Above Our Heads, who breaks down the fascin...

In our very first Kraken Cans Kickback , we’re joined by Ashley from Ghost Gossip Podcast.  Ashley dives into her love for the paranormal and what it’s like being a storyteller in such a wild and mysterious field. We get the chance to pick her brain on all things spooky, hear some of her experiences, and even get introduced to her haunted doll, Berta   To wrap things up, we keep it light with a fu...

In this episode, we dive into one of Pennsylvania’s strangest unsolved mysteries — the Pittsburgh “Ghost Bomber.” In 1956, a B-25 bomber made an emergency landing on the Monongahela River… and then vanished without a trace. What makes this story even crazier? They actually had it. Rescue crews hooked onto the aircraft and began recovery efforts, but somehow the plane slipped away and disappeared b...

The boys are taking you on a trip to the big island in Hawaii. There lives Nanaue, a half man, half shark that has been said to stalk both the waters and shores. We talk his origin story, birth, and the legendary cave he calls home. We pair this topic with Deep Blue from Gizmo Brew Works to bring the shark theme full circle.  Give us a shout Support the show

In today’s episode, we dive into the Witch of Ringtown Valley, a central Pennsylvania legend from the early 1900s. Susan Mummey was believed by locals to be a witch after she reportedly predicted her husband’s death and was accused of placing a hex on Albert Shinsky. As fear and suspicion spread, her reputation grew darker in the community. The story ultimately ends in tragedy when Mummey is murde...

In this episode we dive headfirst into the headless wonder of Graton, West Virgina. Spotted one dark night by a local news reporter, the sighting of the beast quickly traveled all over the small town. Teenagers took to the woods to try and get a look at the creature. But the question is, did they find him? Tune in as we pair this monster with a beer from Rusty Rail brewing company. Nice (a west co...

In this episode, we dive into one of the most well-documented zombie cases in history—the chilling story of Clairvius Narcisse. A man walks into a hospital with stomach pains… only to be pronounced dead and buried. But that’s not where his story ends. He claims the next thing he knew he woke up on a remote plantation in Haiti—trapped in a zombie-like state, forced to work with no control over his...

In this episode, we head to Brazil to unravel one of the strangest unsolved mysteries ever recorded — the infamous Lead Masks Case. In 1966, two men set out on what seemed like a normal trip… but what unfolded was anything but. We dive deep into the events leading up to their journey, the cryptic instructions they carried, and the eerie circumstances surrounding their final hours. When their bodie...