MonsterTalk
MonsterTalk

MonsterTalk

Blake Smith

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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.

Recent Episodes

S05E30 - From Loup Garou to Rougarou with Louisiana Dread's Kyle Crosby
MAY 11, 2026
S05E30 - From Loup Garou to Rougarou with Louisiana Dread's Kyle Crosby
This is part one of a two-part conversation. Blake and Karen are joined by Kyle Crosby, filmmaker, historian, and founder of https://www.louisianadread.com, a multimedia project dedicated to documenting the dark history, folklore, and culture of the...
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38 MIN
S05E29 - Science of the Supernatural with Melissa Maffeo
MAY 4, 2026
S05E29 - Science of the Supernatural with Melissa Maffeo
Neuroscientist Dr. Melissa Maffeo joins Blake and Karen to discuss her new book https://amzn.to/4urBM3t (Cambridge University Press, 2026). Melissa is an associate teaching professor of psychology at Wake Forest University, where she also serves as...
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45 MIN
FLASHBACK BONUS: S01E069 The Key to the Legend of the Map Monsters
MAY 1, 2026
FLASHBACK BONUS: S01E069 The Key to the Legend of the Map Monsters
To announce (and celebrate) the Spanish language release of Chet Van Duzer's beautiful and informative book on map monsters, I'm re-releasing episode S01E69! Grab your copy in Spanish here:...
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50 MIN
S05E28 The Cottingley Fairies
APR 27, 2026
S05E28 The Cottingley Fairies
Blake and Karen are joined by Matt Baxter to discuss the strange case of the Cottingley Fairies.   https://www.monstertalk.org/?p=2706 Hosts: Karen Stollznow, Blake Smith Guest: Matt Baxter In this episode, the MonsterTalk crew tackles one of the...
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70 MIN
S05E27 - Monsters: Myths, Legends, and Real Encounters with Richard Estep
APR 20, 2026
S05E27 - Monsters: Myths, Legends, and Real Encounters with Richard Estep
🎙️ Blake and Karen welcome back author and paranormal investigator Richard Estep to discuss his new book from Visible Ink Press, https://amzn.to/4csd7Eo. Richard is a paramedic, clinical educator, and the author of more than 30 books on the...
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52 MIN