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The Cryptid Podcast

The Cryptid Podcast
Bigfoot
Dogman
Sasquatch
Cryptids
Ufos
Michigan
Kentucky
Hopkinsville Goblins
Indiana
Paranormal Activity
Northern Adirondacks
UFO
North Carolina
The Shadow Trackers
Cryptid Investigation
Yowie
Alabama
LBL (land Between the Lakes)
Paul Smith College
New York

Welcome to The Cryptid Podcast, hosted by Daniel Hamilton, who experienced his first and only Bigfoot sighting at the age of 12. This unforgettable moment sparked a lifelong fascination with the elusive cryptids that roam the forests of the Pacific Northwest, the swamps of Florida, and everywhere in between. Daniel created The Cryptid Podcast to provide a platform for others to share their encount... more

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Latest Episodes

What would you do if a massive Bigfoot stepped out from behind a tree in broad daylight?

In this fascinating episode of The Cryptid Podcast, Dano welcomes Tim from North Carolina, who shares an incredible Sasquatch encounter that unfolded right befo... more

On this episode of The Cryptid Podcast, Tommy from Michigan shares a terrifying encounter that began as a simple trip to harvest a deer for a family gathering and quickly turned into one of the most frightening experiences of his life.

While visitin... more

Minnesota is known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but beneath its forests, frozen wilderness, and dark waters lurk legends that refuse to die.

In this episode of 50 States of Fear, Dano explores some of Minnesota's most chilling mysteries, including r... more

Step back into the archives of The Cryptid Podcast as Dano revisits a classic live stream from August 2025. Joining him is Wyatt from Boone County Cryptids for an in-depth discussion on one of America's most mysterious paranormal hotspots—the Bridgew... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Bignell
Aussie cryptid researcher known for work on Yowies and related cryptids
Yowie Central / Australian Yaoi Research
Episode: The Gift Outside the Fence
Travis Carpenter
Crypto researcher and son of Scott Carpenter
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Episode: The Legacy of Scott Carpenter (Life After The Legend) - Ep. 185 - May 27, 2026
Bryce Edwards
Guest from Southern Illinois sharing Bigfoot encounters
The Pond Creek Monster documentary project
Episode: IT STEPPED OUT
Joe Barger
Truck driver who recounts a dog man encounter and killing it in self-defense
Independent cryptid researcher / eyewitness
Episode: IT RAN BESIDE HIS TRUCK
Josh Turner
Host of Paranormal Round Table
Paranormal Round Table
Episode: Halloween Dogman Encounter
RC Smith
Guest, author who shares his Arkansas River UFO encounter
Self-published author
Episode: Arkansas River UFO
Jeremiah Byron
Host of Sasquatch, Bigfoot Society
Bigfoot Society
Episode: 50 States of Fear - IOWA
Keith from Michigan
Guest sharing decades of cryptid encounters in Michigan
Listener who contributed encounters from Highland and Dodge Park area
Episode: Dogman Never Left
Mark Childers
Host of The Cryptid Crew Podcast
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Episode: Alabama Bigfoot Howls and Orange Light

Host

Daniel Hamilton
Host of The Cryptid Podcast, guiding conversations and co-creating community around cryptid encounters.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • great show.

    Dano is a great host. fellow Minnesota guy here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Conspiracy Carpenter
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show

    Love the show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJGouger
    United States6 months ago
  • Dano and the Cryptid Podcast are must see. He is a big man with a big heart! Go check this out. He is on my top five of podcasters.

    Podchaser
    5
    magicaljourneypodcast
    6 months ago

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Listeners praise the host's approachable style and clear enthusiasm.
Guests provide compelling firsthand encounters.
Production and guest selection are highlighted as strengths by fans.
Community focus helps listeners feel connected to regional cryptid lore.

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Talking Points

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Faceless Figure in the Woods
Q: What happened during the New Jersey encounter?
A sudden, overpowering feeling of fear comes over him, a sense of being watched, leading to the decision to leave the area and command the others to drive away; it was a quiet, almost paralyzing moment with no accompanying noise or disturbance.
Faceless Figure in the Woods
Q: Can you describe the moment you first felt this presence in Delaware?
He explains a click or tick sound followed by a visual where a static figure peeks from behind a tree roughly fifty yards away, with its silhouette defined by the static and a sense of being watched without overt threat.
Dogman Never Left
Q: What first got you interested in this whole field of cryptids?
Keith explains a childhood fascination sparked by a scary movie, which led him to explore real-life encounters later on, turning curiosity into a lifelong interest in cryptids.
Dogman Under a Blue Moon
Q: So do you have any questions for me?
Leah responds with curiosity about the show's format and mentions wanting to learn more about the host's experiences with cryptids, indicating a reciprocal exchange of insights.
Arkansas River UFO
Q: What do you think this craft was?
RC discusses possibilities ranging from military to extraterrestrial, and weighs the plausibility of each, while also mentioning how the area's nuclear plant might influence sightings.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cryptid Podcast

What is The Cryptid Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on personal cryptid encounters, field reporting, and community-driven exploration of legendary beings like Bigfoot and Dogman across the United States. Episodes blend firsthand testimony, investigative storytelling, and practical tips for documenting sightings, often featuring hosts guiding guests through vivid, detail-rich recollections. A standout trait is the host's inviting, conversational style that encourages witnesses to share their experiences while connecting listeners with regional lore and ongoing investigations. This mix of intimate storytelling, host-led analysis, and community engagement likely appeals to outdoors enthusiasts, folklore fans, and would-be guests seeking a platform to share eyewitness accounts o... more

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1. SASQUATCH THEORY
2. Dogman Encounters Radio
3. Cryptids Of The Corn
4. From The Shadows
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Recent guests on The Cryptid Podcast include:

1. Sarah Bignell
2. Travis Carpenter
3. Bryce Edwards
4. Joe Barger
5. Josh Turner
6. RC Smith
7. Jeremiah Byron
8. Keith from Michigan

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