Wednesday, January 02, 2008
Review: The Bigfoot Show Episode 1
This podcast, a marathon 2 1/2 hour show with Brian Brown and Scott Herriott, is really very entertaining and enjoyable. It is essentially a look at the year in review, covering the top 8 events of Bigfooting in 2007. Events such as the debut of Monsterquest, the Yeti tracks allegedly found by the production company of the Sci-Fi series Destination Truth, the 40th Anniversary of the Patterson/Gimlin Movie, the Jacobs Photos, the Texas Bigfoot Conference, the Scientific Paper from Jeff Meldrum naming the Sasquatch's feet and other aspects of the mystery in 2007 are examined, and there is quite a bit of humor from Herriott. It is a very enjoyable podcast, and very memorable as well. Go to http://www.thebigfootshow to download it either to your hard drive OR to iTunes if you have that. You will love this one.
Year of the Yeti Begins Now!
Posted by: Loren Coleman on January 3rd, 2008
The Year of the Yeti makes big tracks this Friday, January 4, 2008, at the Rubin Museum of Art in New York City. The launch of Abominable Snowmen: Legend Come to Life will occur before the screening of a classic film. Photos.
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What Pumas In Vegas, Stays In Vegas
Posted by: Loren Coleman on January 2nd, 2008
Are the performing lions and white tigers the only big cats in Las Vegas? Are there mountain lions there too? Were people seeing things there the second day of the New Year?
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The Sasquatch Triangle Returns Tomorrow!!!
And it begins 2008 with a BANG, with myself, Don Keating, Sean Forker and Eric Altman, beginning at 9:00 EST/8:00 Central at the link to the right. As always, we do encourage you to please tune in and support great research.
Review: Monsterquest 1-2-08
The first new Monsterquest episode of 2008 examines a diabolical plan by Joseph Stalin to cross-breed Humans and Apes, and examines also the Almasty, and interviews Igor Bourtsev about Zana. Zana was used for manual labor, and had several offspring with human men and killed these children by washing them in a cold river until a local farmer's wife saved the children, including Khwit. A tooth from Khwit's skull is examined by Curt Nelson (who was also on the Sasquatch Attack episode) for DNA to see how human it might be. Ilya Ivanov was the man who was commissioned to create this army of super-soldiers. Dr. Esteban Sarmiento is also interviewed about his impressions. Apparently, Stalin wanted to use chimpanzees because of their propensity to war with each other. A hairy-faced Spanish acrobat named Danny Gomez is also interviewed who probably suffers more from hypertrichosis than being a hybrid. Kathy Strain and Russ Mittermeier are also interviewed about their impressions of mystery apes. Gigantopithecus is also examined. Hybridizations between different animals are examined as well. All in all, not a bad episode, but not as good as some of the previous ones. Next week examines the case of Rods, creatures from the fourth dimension. That airs next Wednesday at 10:00 EST/9:00 Central on the History Channel.
DVD Review: The New and Improved D-X
This DVD set gives great insight into the reformation of one of the most controversial and fun duos in WWE history, Degeneration-X, Triple HHH and Shawn Michaels. This set highlights their feud with the chairman of WWE, Mr. Vince McMahon, who sent in his hired thugs the Spirit Squad to attempt to destroy the two individuals and failed every time. It all began with the Squad taking out Shawn Michaels, and then three weeks later trying to take out Triple HHH, but Michaels intervened and the reformation of D-X was born. Throughout the Summer of 2006, D-X ran roughshod over Raw and the Pay-Per-Views, destroying the Spirit Squad at every turn, but Mr. McMahon brought in a hired gun in the form of the ECW Champion the 7-foot Big Show, who attempted to destroy both men but was ultimately also unsuccessful. By the end of 2006 Randy Orton and Edge banded together to attempt to destroy D-X and called themselves Team Rated-RKO. They faced D-X at a PPV early in 2007 and won by disqualification, but Triple HHH had injured his quad muscle during the match and was unable to continue (it was his second such injury within the past 6 years). That effectively ended the twosome of D-X, but they have since reformed a few times for special "One-Night Only" occasions. This DVD set really has done a terrific job highlighting these individuals and is highly recommended. 4 3/4 out of 5 stars.
DVD Review: The Best of Raw 15th Anniversary
This 4-Disc DVD set is absolutely some of the best moments on the WWE's flagship show, Monday Night Raw, which has gone through a few name changes since January 1993 (Monday Night Raw, Raw Is War/The War Zone and just plain Raw). The first wrestling show to declare itself "Uncooked, Uncensored and Uncut," this DVD set includes some of the top Superstars to come through the WWE over the years. The first episode featured two Superstars who are STILL going strong in WWE 15 years later, The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels. Other Superstars featured include John Cena, Triple HHH, Marty Jannetty, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Bret "Hitman" Hart, The Rock, Degeneration-X, Razor Ramon, Mick Foley (in all his different guises), Chris Jericho, Kane, Kurt Angle, Randy Orton, Batista, Ric Flair, Edge, Lita, Brian Pillman and many more. Many highlights are shown featuring all these Superstars, including the McMahon family (Vince, Linda, Shane and Stephanie). The McMahons are especially featured as part of the Austin era, but their highlights do not overwhelm the production. This set has so many memories, including some more recent highlights from the last few years. I do highly recommend this set for fans of the flagship show of World Wrestling Entertainment for a great overview. 4 1/2 out of 5 stars.
Full upcoming schedule for Let's Talk Bigfoot
01/09/2008 10:00 PM EST | 60 min |  William Dranginis Interview |
01/16/2008 10:00 PM EST | 60 min | Billy Willard Interview II |
01/23/2008 10:00 PM EST | 60 min | Robert W. Morgan Interview |
01/30/2008 10:00 PM EST | 60 min | Doug Hajicek Interview |
02/06/2008 10:00 PM EST | 60 min | James (Bobo) Fay, Bart Cutino, and Tom Yamarone Interview |
02/15/2008 10:00 PM EST | 60 min | Paul Cropper Interview |
Good news...
My nieces have come for a visit, and I am SO happy about it. I am smiling now, and so glad to see Jeanie and Tabitha. It has really put a smile on my face and a spark in my heart. I am very happy. I can't express enough how happy I am.
Has Bigfoot Already Been Found? Phantoms and Monsters
Off the Beaten Path
Washington Post - United States
For the next few days I will be off exploring possible Bigfoot sightings around the Grand Tetons. If you have seen Sasquatch, please forward its whereabouts ...
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Big Cat Sighting in Otways Geelong Advertiser
A big cat sighting in Otway forest near Erskine Falls in Australia has left Simon Raik-Allen a bit shaken. Raik-Allen spotted the animal while hiking the forest. Are panthers breeding in the wild in Australia?
Skookum’s Dr. Swindler Dies Suddenly
Posted by: Loren Coleman on January 2nd, 2008
Sadly, word has just reached Cryptomundo of the death of a figure important to the investigation of the Skookum Cast. University of Washington professor emeritus of anthropology, World War II veteran, consummate teacher, and beloved father, husband and friend of cryptozoology, Dr. Daris R. Swindler, 82, has passed away. Photos.
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Yet ANOTHER Monsterquest Marathon this weekend on the History Channel
MonsterQuest : Giant Squid Found? Airs on Saturday January 05 11:00 AM
Is the legend of the Kraken, a tentacled beast as large as a whale, based on myth or a real creature? Take an expedition to the Sea of Cortez, Mexico where fishermen regularly claim to encounter large schools of giant squid. Watch as squid expert Scott Cassel uses lures with built-in cameras in an attempt to video a Kraken-sized squid 1,000 feet below the ocean. What Cassel and his team discover will make history. One-part history, one-part science and one part monster, discover the truth behind legendary creatures.
MonsterQuest : Sasquatch Attack? Airs on Saturday January 05 12:00 PM
Does Canada have its own Bigfoot? Owners of a fly-in fishing cabin report attacks by an unknown creature. Can DNA tests on blood and tissue from the alleged beast reveal its true identity? The test results will surprise you. One-part history, one-part science and one part monster, discover the truth behind these beasts and take a scientific look at legendary creatures around the world. The best evidence available will be examined, from pictures and video, to hair and bones. Scientists will be brought in to tell viewers what the evidence reveals. Ultimately the evidence will reveal the truth....or in some cases continue the mystery.
MonsterQuest : Lions in the Backyard Airs on Saturday January 05 01:00 PM
Mountain lions do occasionally attack humans, and when they do it makes headlines across the country. However, it has been reported that people are seeing something else--attacks by large black cats. Pictures and law enforcement encounters prove a big black cat is out there, while it resembles a mountain lion, there is no such thing as a black mountain lion. From Texas to Minnesota to West Virginia, follow the eyewitness accounts and physical evidence of these demon cats. Bones from a carcass that eyewitnesses claim was a huge black cat will be put to the DNA test. One-part history, one-part science and one part monsters discover the truth behind legendary monsters.
MonsterQuest : Russia's Killer Apemen Airs on Saturday January 05 02:00 PM
In 2006, The New York Times revealed a sinister plan by Soviet dictator Josef Stalin to create monsters by crossing humans with apes. Travel to Russia to find out if this was true and if so how far did he get? Take a look at the many efforts, both by man and Mother Nature, to combine the strength of apes with the intelligence of man. This real Frankenstein story involves everything from head transplants in the U.S. to cases of ape on human attacks. One-part history, one-part science and one part monster, discover the truth behind legendary monsters.
MonsterQuest : Swamp Beast Airs on Saturday January 05 03:00 PM
Are the vast swamps of Louisiana and Florida hiding a beast? The locals believe so and call it, "The Swamp Creature." It is said to be 7-feet tall with red hair and a rotten egg smell. The beast even has a nickname--The Skunk Ape. For the first time, bloodhounds will be used to track the elusive creature, and sexual ape pheromone chips will be used to guide the bloodhounds to their prey. Scientists will be brought in to tell viewers what the evidence reveals. One-part history, one-part science and one part monster, discover the truth behind legendary monsters.
Again, check your local listings for time and channel.
Monsterquest Tonight...
MonsterQuest : Russia's Killer Apemen Airs on Wednesday January 02 10:00 PM
In 2006, The New York Times revealed a sinister plan by Soviet dictator Josef Stalin to create monsters by crossing humans with apes. Travel to Russia to find out if this was true and if so how far did he get? Take a look at the many efforts, both by man and Mother Nature, to combine the strength of apes with the intelligence of man. This real Frankenstein story involves everything from head transplants in the U.S. to cases of ape on human attacks. One-part history, one-part science and one part monster, discover the truth behind legendary monsters.
Check your local listings for time and channel.
World of Warcraft’s Yeti
Posted by: Loren Coleman on January 2nd, 2008
If you’ve gone to level 70, you’ve seen ‘em. But why do they look this way? Images.
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Top CZ Lists of 2007 (Final Cut)
Posted by: Loren Coleman on January 2nd, 2008
Here are the links to all the top lists for cryptozoology for 2007.
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Beyond Loch Ness
Posted by: Loren Coleman on January 2nd, 2008
Who do you think will survive at the end of the movie? Film poster.
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Tuesday, January 01, 2008
DVD Review: The Triumph and Tragedy of World Class Championship Wrestling
This DVD set truly captures the organization from the Lone Star State in terrific fashion, and really gives an insight into the behind the scenes struggles with the WCCW. Stars such as the Von Erichs (Kerry, Kevin, David, Mike and patriarch Fritz), Iceman King Parsons, The Fabulous Freebirds (Michael Hayes, Terry "Bam Bam" Gordy and Buddy Jack Roberts), "Gorgeous" Jimmy Garvin and Sunshine (later Precious), "Gentleman" Chris Adams, Gino Hernandez, Gary Hart, King Kong Bundy (with hair!), The Great Kabuki, Kamala, Bruiser Brody, Abdullah the Butcher and even Ric Flair are all profiled. Stars interviewed for this special to discuss their memories are Dusty Rhodes, Dory Funk Jr., Triple HHH, Mick Foley, Kevin Von Erich, Bill Mercer, Shawn Michaels, Gary Hart, Michael Hayes, Jimmy Garvin and Buddy Roberts. Disc 1 has all these individuals being interviewed on their impressions of WCCW, and Disc 2 has some tremendous matches with the individuals I mentioned. This is a terrific look at the history of the WCCW, and I highly recommend it. 5 stars.
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Reflections Back On 2007 by Don Keating
As we turn the page on the calendar to yet another new year I am reminded of what we actually accomplished in 2007, and what took place that makes a person wonder aloud "why did I ever start doing this to begin with?"
The year held some really good Bigfoot sighting reports from Ohio as well as a few possibly good track discoveries. Salt Fork State Park proved to be a good venue once again as the 19th Annual Bigfoot Conference drew 360 people from all across North America and had its first cross seas speaker in the name of Tony Healy from Canbera, Australia. The 20th Annual Bigfoot Conference slated for May 17th, 2008 promises to draw as many if not more as 2007. The big draw this year will be Dr. Jeff Meldrum from Idaho and M. K. Davis from Mississippi as well as Eric Altman from neighboring Pennsylvania. A fourth speaker may sign on later in 2008 before the event.
I also realized there are good people out there who want to get into the field and help out, no matter who they are working with. Two of these folks would be David and Kerry as they came to Guernsey county in early December with six inches of snow on the ground and helped out with some research. I'm sure we'll see much more of this dynamic duo in 2008.
I have little hope that 2008 will do anything more than continue to fog the perception of the general public regarding what is truth and what is fiction. With a growing number of "Bigfooters" starting their own internet radio shows and telling good stories (none of which can backup these stories with solid documented evidence) then I'm afraid we're in a spiral downward to nothing good as the result.
I've rambled on long enough, more than I normally do in fact, so I'll leave you with this thought. If you truly get into the field and attempt to discover what's going on, that's all that really counts. Happy New Year to those of you who have bothered to read this far.
Nick Redfern Interview BoA Audio
Season III of the series wraps up 2007 with a 2 hour and 5 minute interview of popular high strangeness author and investigator Nick Redfern. Tim Binnall draws out Redfern's vast knowledge on many of the paranormal subjects Redfern has investigated through the years, spending considerable time on the subjects of his book Memoirs of a Monster Hunter. The popular broadcast downloads take a January hiatus to recharge before resuming next month.
Loren Coleman Invited to Debate Kal Korff on The 'X' Zone Radio Show
Reflections Back On 2007 by Don Keating
As we turn the page on the calendar to yet another new year I am reminded of what we actually accomplished in 2007, and what took place that makes a person wonder aloud "why did I ever start doing this to begin with?"
The year held some really good Bigfoot sighting reports from Ohio as well as a few possibly good track discoveries. Salt Fork State Park proved to be a good venue once again as the 19th Annual Bigfoot Conference drew 360 people from all across North America and had its first cross seas speaker in the name of Tony Healy from Canbera, Australia. The 20th Annual Bigfoot Conference slated for May 17th, 2008 promises to draw as many if not more as 2007. The big draw this year will be Dr. Jeff Meldrum from Idaho and M. K. Davis from Mississippi as well as Eric Altman from neighboring Pennsylvania. A fourth speaker may sign on later in 2008 before the event.
I also realized there are good people out there who want to get into the field and help out, no matter who they are working with. Two of these folks would be David and Kerry as they came to Guernsey county in early December with six inches of snow on the ground and helped out with some research. I'm sure we'll see much more of this dynamic duo in 2008.
I have little hope that 2008 will do anything more than continue to fog the perception of the general public regarding what is truth and what is fiction. With a growing number of "Bigfooters" starting their own internet radio shows and telling good stories (none of which can backup these stories with solid documented evidence) then I'm afraid we're in a spiral downward to nothing good as the result.
I've rambled on long enough, more than I normally do in fact, so I'll leave you with this thought. If you truly get into the field and attempt to discover what's going on, that's all that really counts. Happy New Year to those of you who have bothered to read this far.
Nick Redfern Interview BoA Audio
Season III of the series wraps up 2007 with a 2 hour and 5 minute interview of popular high strangeness author and investigator Nick Redfern. Tim Binnall draws out Redfern's vast knowledge on many of the paranormal subjects Redfern has investigated through the years, spending considerable time on the subjects of his book Memoirs of a Monster Hunter. The popular broadcast downloads take a January hiatus to recharge before resuming next month.
Loren Coleman Invited to Debate Kal Korff on The 'X' Zone Radio Show
The Mothman Waffle Fry
Posted by: Loren Coleman on January 1st, 2008
“When I looked at what I was holding in my hand I couldn’t help but notice a familiar resemblance. And that’s when it hit me: Mothman!”
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First ‘08 Media Report: Oz Mystery Cat Sighting
Posted by: Loren Coleman on January 1st, 2008
Most new years open with a published report of a mystery cat sighting, usually in the UK or Australia. Australia didn’t let us down this year. Photos of the area of the sighting.
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Posted by: Loren Coleman on January 1st, 2008
“When I looked at what I was holding in my hand I couldn’t help but notice a familiar resemblance. And that’s when it hit me: Mothman!”
Investigate Further: The Mothman Waffle Fry »
Categorized as: CryptoZoo News, Breaking News, Cryptotourism, Cryptozoologists, Artifacts, Cryptozoology, Mothman, Cryptomundo Exclusive, Crypto Comics, Conspiracies, Photos, Winged Weirdies 6 Comments »
First ‘08 Media Report: Oz Mystery Cat Sighting
Posted by: Loren Coleman on January 1st, 2008
Most new years open with a published report of a mystery cat sighting, usually in the UK or Australia. Australia didn’t let us down this year. Photos of the area of the sighting.
Investigate Further: First ‘08 Media Report: Oz Mystery Cat Sighting »
Categorized as: CryptoZoo News, Breaking News, Cryptotourism, Cryptozoologists, Media Appearances, Cryptozoology, Alien Big Cats, Mystery Cats, Eyewitness Accounts, Thylacine No Comments »
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