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Blake Smith
MonsterTalk
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.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.7 stars from 1,552 ratings
The most insidious hate speech...
...is speech masked in the guise of concern. Pretending to know the minds and motivations of the multitudes involved is hubris. No one is free of bias. When you are *certain* you are in the right, just remember that is likely what every other person believes about themselves as well. Please...Read full review »
AdamlWard via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/01/24
Revisiting old friends
I started listening years ago, but life got busy for my favorite podcasts. I've recently come back to old episodes. I'd forgotten how fun and informative the subjects are…. And the puns!!Read full review »
Vamp73 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/22/24
Fantastic in every way
This show is the pinnacle of podcasting. Blake and Karen are extremely knowledgeable, phenomenal interviewers (who get great guests), and come across as genuinely curious and thoughtful people. In their scientific looks at the paranormal and folklore, they are very open-minded and generous...Read full review »
TSG5353 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/19/24
Recent Episodes
Blake and Karen are joined by Matt Baxter to discuss the 2023 film Nandor Fodor and the Talking Mongoose, based on the story of Gef, the talking mongoose at the heart of the story. Visit our original coverage of Gef in episode #67 Watch the film (Amazon affiliate link)  A list of the clever...
Published 11/18/24
We're joined by author and professor Anne McClannan to discuss her new book Griffinology.  These monsters are visually easily recognized - but how much do you know about their history? Links: Griffinology is available directly from University of Chicago Press. Coupon code UCPNEW is good through...
Published 11/11/24
We managed to catch up with Joe Laycock for ONE MORE VAMPIRE EPISODE! This time we're having a look at the world of people who believe they are really vampires. Some drink blood, some drink energy, most embrace vampire gaming. Joe wrote Vampires Today: The Truth About Modern Vampirism  In fact,...
Published 11/04/24
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