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
44 episodes
Ep. 44 Where the Fire Walks: California's Char Man
In this scorching episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive into the fiery urban legend of California’s Char Man — a terrifying figure said to haunt the forests near Ojai, dripping with burned flesh and rage. We explore the eerie lore surrounding th...
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Ep. 43 Kraken into Bigfoot ft. Beans Baxter from Alasquatch
Tonight, we’re joined by Larry “Beans” Baxter—retired military and police veteran, author, host of the Alasquatch Podcast, and full-time cryptid researcher based in Alaska. With years of experience both in the field and behind the mic, Beans br...
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Ep. 42 Island of the Dolls: Whispers in the Trees
In this chilling episode, we take a trip to the eerie canals of Xochimilco, Mexico, to uncover the haunting legend of La Isla de las Muñecas—the Island of the Dolls. We dig into the disturbing origin story, the tragic tale of the girl who drown...
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Episode 42
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Ep. 41 The Lizard Man: South Carolina's Swamp King
Is there a scaly, red-eyed cryptid lurking in the swamps of South Carolina? This week on Kraken Cans Cast, we’re diving deep into the legend of the Lizard Man of Scape Ore Swamp—a mysterious reptilian creature first spotted in the 1980s near Le...
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Ep. 40 La Mano Peluda: Curse of the Hairy Hand
In this episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive hairy knuckles-first into the terrifying and bizarre legend of La Mano Peluda—the severed, hairy hand that’s haunted generations across Latin America. From its origins as a spooky bedtime threat to f...
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Ep. 39 Noppera-bō: Japan’s Haunting Faceless Ghost
In this chilling episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive deep into the eerie Japanese urban legend of the Faceless Woman, also known as Noppera-bō. From ghostly encounters on quiet roads to spine-tingling stories passed down through generations, w...
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Episode 39
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Ep. 38 Portlock Alaska: Bigfoot's Ghost Town
This week, Kraken Cans Cast cracks a cold one and heads into the chilling wilderness of Portlock, Alaska — a once-thriving fishing town that was mysteriously abandoned. We dive into the history of Portlock’s founding, the unsettling monster sig...
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Episode 38
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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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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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Episode 27
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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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