Kraken Cans Cast: Cryptids, Urban Legends, and All Things Spooky
Join two bearded friends as they dive into urban legends, cryptids, and all things spooky—pairing each topic with an ice-cold beer.
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Episodes
37 episodes
Ep. 37 The Flatwoods Monster: Terror in the Hills
Grab a cold one and settle in, because this week on Kraken Cans Cast, we’re heading deep into the West Virginia hills to uncover the eerie legend of the Flatwoods Monster. What began as a fiery streak across the sky on September 12th, 1952, tur...
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Ep. 36 Killer Legend of Virginia: The Bunnyman
Grab a cold one and hop into the legend of Virginia’s most axe-cellent cryptid—the Bunnyman. This week, we’re diving into the eerie lore surrounding the infamous Bunnyman Bridge and comparing the chilling urban legend to actual newspaper report...
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Ep. 35 The Haunted History of Lake Shawnee Amusement Park
Step right up, Krakheads! This week, we’re cracking open Troegs Sunshine Pilsner and diving into the eerie history of Lake Shawnee Amusement Park—a place where laughter once echoed but now only whispers remain.We’ll take yo...
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Episode 35
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Ep. 34 Iowa's Flying Mystery: The Van Meter Visitor
In 1903, the quiet town of Van Meter, Iowa, found itself under siege by a nightmarish creature—part bat, part bird, part pure terror. Witnesses described a towering winged beast with a glowing horn, bulletproof skin, and an eerie, otherworldly ...
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Episode 34
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Ep. 33 Dobhar-Chú: Ireland’s Terrifying Otter
This week on Kraken Cans Cast, we dive into the legend of the Dobhar-Chú, Ireland’s terrifying half-otter, half-hound cryptid. We explore its origins, historical sightings, and the most famous encounters with this mysterious creature. Plus, we ...
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Episode 33
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Ep. 32 Folklore Revisited: Tales from Reddit (Vol 1.)
In this episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we crack open four of our past topics and bring fresh chills with brand-new Reddit stories for each. We dive back into the eerie world of Ouija boards, Black Eyed Kids, Haunted Dolls, and Mimics, sharing spi...
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Episode 32
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Ep. 31 Ireland’s Leap Castle: A Legacy of Blood and Betrayal
For centuries, Leap Castle has stood as one of Ireland’s most haunted and blood-soaked fortresses. In this episode, we dive into its dark past—starting with the O’Bannons, who built it, before the ruthless O’Carroll clan seized control. From th...
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Ep. 30 Bourbon Street Bloodsuckers: Vampires of New Orleans
Sink your teeth into this episode of Kraken Cans Cast as we explore the eerie legends of New Orleans most infamous vampires. From the enigmatic Jacques St. Germain, rumored to be relative to the Count St. Germain, to the chilling tale of the Ca...
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Ep. 29 Howlin’ in the Bayou: The Rougarou
In this episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive deep into the swamps of Louisiana to uncover the legend of the Rougarou the Cajun werewolf with a hunger for mischief and mayhem. We trace its origins back to France, where it was first known as the ...
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Ep. 28 Nain Rouge: Red Dwarf of Detroit
Is Detroit haunted by a mischievous, red-eyed menace? For centuries, sightings of the Nain Rouge have been followed by disasters, fires, riots, even the city's worst tragedies. Is it a warning of doom or the cause of it? In this episode of Krak...
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Episode 28
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Ep. 27 Burning Whispers: The Crying Boy Curse
In this episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive into the eerie legend of The Crying Boy Curse, a tale of mysterious fires and haunted paintings that just won’t burn. Using David Clarke’s article The Curse of the Crying Boy as our...
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Ep. 26 Pennhurst Asylum: Paranormal Encounters w/ Jenni Lynn (Part 2)
Today, we wrap up our two-part series on Pennhurst Asylum! In Part 1, we explored its dark history and why it’s the perfect storm for paranormal activity. Now, in Part 2, we’re joined by special guest Jenni Lynn, a Pennhurst employee of 10 year...
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Episode 26
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Ep. 25 Pennhurst Asylum: History of Horrors (Part 1)
In this first part of our Pennhurst series, we dive into the dark and unsettling history of the Pennhurst State School and Hospital. We explore how overcrowding, mistreatment, and abuse created a grim environment for its patients, painting a ha...
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Episode 25
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Ep. 24 Spirits Unveiled: Exploring the 5 Types of Hauntings
What makes a house feel haunted? Is it the lingering energy of the past, a vengeful spirit, or something darker? In this episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we’re diving into the fascinating world of hauntings. From residual energies repl...
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Episode 24
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Ep. 23 Ouija Boards: Gateway or Gimmick?
Join us for a deep dive into the mystique of Ouija boards, the ultimate gateway to the unknown. In this episode, we explore the origins of the spirit board, its rise to fame in spiritualism, and its controversial reputation as both a harmless p...
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Episode 23
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Ep. 22 Imposters Among Us: Mimics
In our first episode of the new year 2025, we enter Paranuary (a play on our paranormal-themed January) and dive into the unsettling world of mimics. We explore how different entities use mimicry for a variety of reasons and discuss theo...
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Ep. 21 Sinister Sweets: The Legend of the Candy Lady
In this episode, we unwrap the eerie tale of the Candy Lady, a chilling urban legend from early 1900s Texas. Known for luring children with sugary treats that led to their mysterious disappearances, this sinister story is sure to leave you with...
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Ep. 20 When Snow Turns Red: The Yule Cat
This week on Kraken Cans Cast, we’re diving into the chilling folklore of the Yule Cat—a massive, menacing feline that’s been lurking in Icelandic Christmas traditions for centuries. We uncover the origins of this holiday beast,...
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Episode 20
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Ep. 19 The Watcher: Stalking the American Dream
For this episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we delve into the chilling true story of The Watcher. Join us as we explore the unsettling tale of a mysterious figure who tormented a New Jersey family with ominous letters and cryptic warnings. Who—or wha...
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Episode 19
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Ep. 18 Krampus is Coming to Town
In this episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive deep into the chilling legend of Krampus, the Christmas enforcer of the naughty list. We explore the history of this horned holiday terror, his partnership with Saint Nick, and how they make...
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Ep. 17 Winged Terror In Maryland: The Snallygaster
In this monumental episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive deep into the bizarre and terrifying legend of the Snallygaster—Maryland’s infamous winged cryptid with tentacles, a bloodthirsty beak, and a taste for chaos. But this isn’t your usual epi...
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Ep. 16 Curse of the 13th Child: The Jersey Devil
In this episode, we dive into the legend of the Jersey Devil, starting with its bizarre origin story and the wild variations that have popped up over time. We explore real-life encounters, including the infamous Phenomenal Week, and dig into th...
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Ep. 15 Boo Hag: Ready to Ride
In this episode we dive into southern folklore from the Gullah culture. This supernatural entity sneaks into your house at night, climbs on top of a sleeping person, and sucks the life out of them. Striping them of not just their skin, but of t...
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Ep. 14 Haunchyville: Little People, Big Albino
In this episode of Kraken Cans Cast, Corey and Mike take listeners deep into the mysterious world of Haunchyville, Wisconsin. They explore the eerie tale of circus dwarves who built a hidden community in the woods, guarded by th...
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Ep. 13 Hidden Among the Trees: The Hidebehind
Get ready for a wild ride as we delve into the legend of the Hidebehind, a spooky figure from the lumberjack community. We’ll unpack its eerie backstory and then share a hilarious yet chilling Reddit tale of a Hidebehind encounter that’ll have ...
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Episode 13
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