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Ep. 70: Kallikantzaroi: Greece’s Christmas Gremlins 56:17

9h ago56:17

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This week we dive into Greek Christmas folklore and the legend of the Kallikantzaroi — the wild, hairy little goblins who crawl up from underground during the 12 Days of Christmas to cause pure chaos. From Dec 25th to Jan 6th, the world was believed to be in a spiritual “in-between,” not fully blessed or protected yet. That’s when these mischievous…

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S4E7 - Square 14:08

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Episode Notes Join our Patreon for early access and bonus episodes and help support the show! If you play this game you might suddenly find an extra person in your midst, but how did the idea for this game really come about, and what on earth does it actually summon? BGM thanks to Myuuji, Kevin MacLeod and CO.AG.Sound effects thanks to Free Sound a…

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Humans Can Lick Too 43:46

6d ago43:46

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In this chapter, we trace the evolution of the haunting ‘Humans can lick too’ Urban Legend. From early cautionary tales about young women alone at night through to its modern form shaped by fears of home invasion, serial killers, and the thin line between security and vulnerability in our own homes. We examine how this legend blurs folklore and rea…

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Ep. 69 The 1973 Pascagoula UFO Incident 1:18:46

4d ago1:18:46

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On this episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we crack open Evergrain Brewing’s Mothman Double IPA—a hazy citrus punch of a beer that feels just right for a night of UFO talk. And what better story to pair it with than one of the most famous alien encounters in American history: the 1973 Pascagoula Abduction. We dive deep into the night Charles Hickson (42)…

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Frozen Hill People [Patreon Teaser] 4:16

13d ago4:16

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In this chapter, we trace the story of the so called 'Frozen Hill People' from 19th century Vermont newspaper accounts and family scrapbooks to modern retellings in magazines, folklore collections, and online media, asking where it sits between rural desperation, hoax, and horror. We separate what can be verified from what was likely invented, and …

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Ep. 68 Melonheads: Off the Rails Edition w/ MH Sam 1:12:40

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This year’s Thanksgiving guest episode is officially off the rails as we’re joined by Corey’s brother-in-law, Sam — fueled by beer and ready to cause chaos. Sam brings a full show-and-tell to the studio, breaking out his collection of big-headed gear (yes… actual giant hats and sunglasses) from Mammoth Wear and Bison Head. Naturally, this leads to …

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S4E6 - Cursed Mask 13:45

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Episode Notes Join our Patreon for early access and bonus episodes and help support the show! This mask is said to be one of the most dangerous masks in all existence, but what is it, where did it come from, and what will happen if you look upon it? BGM thanks to Myuuji, Kevin MacLeod and CO.AG.Sound effects thanks to Free Sound and freeSFX.License…

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Ep. 67 A Haunting in Galway Ireland: The Fahey Family 1:20:34

21d ago1:20:34

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In this episode of The Kraken Cans Cast, we’re heading to Galway, Ireland, to break down one of the most unsettling hauntings you’ve probably never heard of — the Fahey Family case of 1996. What started as a normal home in a crowded council estate turned into a full-blown nightmare after two major events hit at once: neighborhood renovations and th…

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Skinwalkers 54:58

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Some stories are kept secret for a reason, and among the Diné, the figures outsiders call 'skinwalkers' is one of them. In this chapter, we examine how this subject sits within Diné teachings about witchcraft rather than monsters, why many details are not shared publicly, and how 19th-century accusations, modern reporting, and internet mythmaking r…

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Ep. 66 Batsquatch: Monster of Mount St. Helens 59:09

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Is it Bigfoot with wings… or something far stranger? In this episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive into the legend of Batsquatch, the mysterious flying beast said to have emerged after the eruption of Mount St. Helens. From eerie eyewitness encounters to theories of mutations, monsters, and interdimensional visitors, we crack open a cold one and exp…

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S4E5 - Ganbo Rock Calendar 10:01

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Episode Notes Join our Patreon for early access and bonus episodes and help support the show! This calendar was said to be so cursed that it was recalled en masse, never to be seen again. But did it really exist, and why was it cursed in the first place? BGM thanks to Myuuji, Kevin MacLeod and CO.AG.Sound effects thanks to Free Sound and freeSFX.Li…

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Dead Children's Playground [Patreon Teaser] 3:50

1M ago3:50

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The 'Dead Children’s Playground' urban legend is most often linked to the small play area beside Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville, Alabama. A place where grief and suggestion overlap. Visitors report swings moving on their own, childlike voices emitting from the dark, and odd lights appearing in photographs, but is there any truth to it? In this c…

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Ep. 65 The Cursed Whistler of the Plains: El Silbón 52:00

1M ago52:00

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This week, the boys crack a cold one and head deep into the windswept plains of Venezuela and Colombia to uncover one of Latin America’s most chilling legends — El Silbón, “The Whistler.” Spoiled since birth, a man’s unchecked rage and horrific crime against his own father lead to an eternal curse — doomed to wander the earth carrying a sack of bon…

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Halloween Hanging 58:57

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Each Halloween, stories circulate of decorations that look disturbingly real, until someone realises theres a very good reason for that. The 'Halloween Hanging' story is often dismissed as an Urban Legend as scattered reports over the years have blurred fiction and fact, leaving many to wonder how much truth hides behind the tale. Join us as we dis…

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Ep. 64 The Witches' Revenge: Moll Dyer & The Witch of Yazoo 56:55

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This Halloween, Kraken Cans Cast dives into two of the most chilling witch legends in American folklore — Moll Dyer of Maryland and the Witch of Yazoo from Mississippi. Both women were accused of witchcraft, cursed their towns, and left behind ghost stories that still haunt the South today. Join us as we crack a cold one and dig into the spooky his…

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S4E4 - Tachibana Ayumi 12:22

2M ago12:22

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Episode Notes Join our Patreon for early access and bonus episodes and help support the show! This chain mail was all the rage in the early 2000s, but how did it come about, was there any truth to it, and how did it become the “standard” for many that followed? BGM thanks to Myuuji, Kevin MacLeod and CO.AG.Sound effects thanks to Free Sound and fre…

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Paul is Dead [Patreon Teaser] 2:41

2M ago2:41

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Long before online conspiracies took hold, one of the most famous legends in music history began to circulate claiming that Paul McCartney had died in 1966 and had since been secretly replaced by a double. Known as the 'Paul is Dead' urban legend, it transformed Beatles fans into detectives, studying the bands lyrics, album artwork, and audio recor…

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Ep. 63 Cursed Film Sets: Hollywood’s Darkest Legends 1:09:53

2M ago1:09:53

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Hollywood is filled with legends, but some films come with something darker than a good story — they come with a curse. In this episode, Corey and Mike dig into three of the most infamous movie productions believed to be haunted by tragedy, misfortune, and eerie coincidences: The Exorcist, The Omen, and Rosemary’s Baby. But before diving into the c…

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Annabelle 1:10:23

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In this chapter, we explore a story that’s grown far beyond its origins, from a simple Raggedy Ann doll to a symbol of modern horror. The legend of 'Annabelle'. Join me as we trace her history alongside Ed and Lorraine Warren, the couple who shaped her fame and controversy. We’ll examine the psychology that makes dolls so unsettling, uncover the re…

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Ep. 62 The Bell Witch: When the Devil Came to Tennessee 1:03:30

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They called her Kate. Others called her the Devil of Tennessee. This week on Kraken Cans Cast, we’re diving deep into one of the most chilling and well-documented hauntings in American history — The Bell Witch. From the eerie knocks and whispers that tormented the Bell family, to the disembodied voice that cursed John Bell himself, this story has h…

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S4E3 - Kokeshi Dolls 11:37

2M ago11:37

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Episode Notes Join our Patreon for early access and bonus episodes and help support the show! These days, kokeshi dolls have numerous urban legends associated with them, but how did this simple children’s toy garner such a dark and mysterious history? BGM thanks to Myuuji, Kevin MacLeod and CO.AG.Sound effects thanks to Free Sound and freeSFX.Licen…

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Weekly Spooky: The Acid King of Northport [Guest Episode] 54:32

2M ago54:32

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Urban Legends returns next week, but today, we’re sharing a guest episode from our friends at Weekly Spooky — one that connects closely to our most recent chapter. ____ On July 4, 1984, police dogs uncovered a shallow grave in the quiet town of Northport, Long Island. Inside lay the mutilated body of 17-year-old Gary Lauwers—stabbed more than 30 ti…

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Ep. 61 Checking In: The Hauntings of the Stanley Hotel 1:07:30

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Ep. 60 Whispers Before October: Hauntings & Ghostly Tales 1:18:05

2M ago1:18:05

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Get ready to step into spooky season with Kraken Cans Cast as we dive into a chilling haunting and an eerie ghost story. In this special pre-October episode, we explore paranormal tales, haunted legends, and the strange encounters that set the mood for Halloween. Whether you’re a believer, a skeptic, or just love a good ghost story with a cold brew…

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S4E2 - Destruction of the Honma Family 11:33

2M ago11:33

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Episode Notes Join our Patreon for early access and bonus episodes and help support the show! According to legend, this entire family was wiped out because of a bloody picture hidden in their house, but how much truth, if any, was there to this one? BGM thanks to Myuuji, Kevin MacLeod and CO.AG.Sound effects thanks to Free Sound and freeSFX.License…

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The Satanic Panic 1:14:04

3M ago1:14:04

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**Trigger Warning: This chapter involves harm to children.** In this chapter, let's delve into the urban legends that brought forward what is now known as 'The Satanic Panic‘, from the first sensational cases and flawed investigations to the media frenzy and courtrooms that followed. We’ll look at how fear, politics, and culture combined to create …

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Ep. 59 Phantom Playmates: Tales of Imaginary Friends 1:15:01

3M ago1:15:01

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Kids make everything creepier. From Black-Eyed Kids to haunted playgrounds, they’re always at the center of the strange on Kraken Cans Cast. This week, we’re circling back to childhood — specifically, imaginary friends. Most of the time, these invisible pals are harmless — a way for kids to practice social skills and flex their imaginations. But so…

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Killer in the Window [Patreon Teaser] 2:28

3M ago2:28

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For decades, stories of an unknown figure staring through bedroom windows have circulated in whispered warnings and late-night news reports, but is there any truth to it? In this chapter, we explore the origins of the 'Killer in the Window' Urban Legend and the real incidents that connect to it. Join us as we examine how a fleeting shape outside th…

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Ep. 58 Poltergeist at 30 East Drive: The Black Monk 58:58

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In this chilling episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive into the terrifying story of the Black Monk of Pontefract, often called the most violent haunting in Britain. Discover how the haunting at 30 East Drive tormented the Pritchard family with dark shadows, violent poltergeist activity, and the lingering presence of a hooded figure in monk’s robes. …

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The Woman in White — Medellín’s Most Haunting Legend 3:37

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A lonely path. A wedding dress. A love that never returned. In this first episode of Las Urban Legends del Pueblo, we explore the legend of La Mujer de Blanco — a ghostly figure said to wander the streets of Medellín, still waiting for the love she lost long ago. Along the way, you’ll also learn key English words from the story, like: legend, conde…

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S4E1 - Sacchan 11:50

3M ago11:50

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Episode Notes Join our Patreon for early access and bonus episodes and help support the show! What is the true meaning behind this beloved nursery rhyme? Is there really a secret verse? And will she really come for you once you hear it? BGM thanks to Myuuji, Kevin MacLeod and CO.AG.Sound effects thanks to Free Sound and freeSFX.Licensed under Creat…

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Mermaids 1:18:30

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From ancient carvings and medieval manuscripts to shipwreck songs and seaside myths, 'Mermaids' have haunted human imagination for centuries. Over the years, they have been a symbol of beauty, danger, sin, and even salvation. But where did these beings come from, and why have they endured in so many cultures across the world? Text Me (this is 3rd p…

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Ep. 57 Beauty by Day, Beast by Night: The Manananggal 1:03:30

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We’re flying across the sea to the Philippines for one of the most chilling legends in folklore: the Manananggal. By day, she’s a stunning woman blending into normal life, but by night she splits her body in half, sprouts bat-like wings, and hunts for her favorite snack—unborn children and human organs. Armed with a long, straw-like tongue that sli…

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The Midnight Bus [Patreon Teaser] 2:14

3M ago2:14

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In the late hours of the night, a bus winds its way through the quiet streets of Beijing - a vehicle that has given rise to one of China’s most haunting modern legends. Known as the tale of the 'Midnight Bus', it tells of unsuspecting passengers, strange late-night boardings, and a ride that takes a turn into the supernatural. In this chapter, we u…

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Ep. 56 The Beast of Bray Road 1:01:59

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Unleash the legend of the Beast of Bray Road in this wild Kraken Cans Cast episode! We dive into sightings, lore, and the terrifying werewolf-like cryptid that haunts Wisconsin’s backroads. But that’s not all—this episode also features a surprise head-to-head match with a former cryptid favorite. Grab a cold one, join the chaos, and find out which …

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Ep. 55 Central PA Bigfoot & Cryptid Festival w/ Gwendolyn Purcell 1:27:44

4M ago1:27:44

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This week on Kraken Cans Cast, we sit down with Gwen Purcell, founder of the Central PA Bigfoot and Cryptid Festival! We chat with Gwen about what inspired her to create a celebration of all things strange, from Bigfoot sightings to local legends, and what it takes to bring a cryptid festival to life. We also share our own experience at the festiva…

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Pin Prick Attacks [Patreon Teaser] 2:21

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In the crowded streets and buzzing venues of modern life, a rumour began to spread of strangers attacking at random with needles, leaving their victims with more than just fear and discomfort. Known as 'Pin Prick Attacks', this urban legend has gripped communities with its unsettling blend of danger, anonymity, and the dread of an invisible threat.…

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