Cryptozoology - Best of Coast to Coast AM - 6/30/26
Summary
Wildlife biologist Pat Spain joins George Noory to discuss his scientific approach to cryptozoology and his six-book series, "On the Hunt." Spain explores cryptids like Bigfoot, the Chupacabra, and the Mongolian Death Worm, distinguishing between cultural myths and potential biological realities. He shares adventurous field experiences, including investigating the Mokele Mbembe in Africa and the Mopenguari in Brazil, while reflecting on his family connection to Charles Fort.
Topics discussed
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Introduction of guest Pat Spain and his background in cryptozoology
Defining cryptozoology and discussing famous cryptids like Bigfoot
Pat's early life, strange animal encounters, and the Chupacabra myth
Discovering his relation to cryptozoologist Charles Fort
TV hosting experiences and bizarre field situations
Investigating the Rangpindak, a small Bigfoot-like creature in Sumatra
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The Mokele Mbembe legend and the survival of dinosaurs as birds
The Mopenguari: A potential surviving giant ground sloth in Brazil
Sea serpents and the Mongolian death worm legends
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