United States Cryptids, Lore, & Legends: Not Your Average Bucket List Season 2

As we dive deeper into Season Two of the podcast, we’re focusing on Local Lore & Legends state-by-state. However, this week we’re taking a detour in order to really learn about cryptids, cryptid culture, as well as some cryptid backstories. If you look at cryptids by state, which we have each week, you’ll notice a lot of familiar trends - glowing red eyes, oftentimes winged, usually huge in stature. Yet, a lot of questions have arisen during the podcast recordings this season that landed us right here - an episode dedicated to all things cryptids in the United States.

U.S. Cryptid Questions We’ll Cover

What Is The Cryptids Definition?

You’ve probably noticed a trend this season of the podcast where we discuss certain creatures of the night that terrorize the states we’re covering. These creatures are also known as cryptids. The word “cryptid” is about a creature believed to exist without significant proof. The term has been around since the early 80s. However, sightings and claims have been around for centuries before.

We all have heard the stories before, no matter where we live in the country. Yetis, Bigfoot, Mothman, the Skunk Ape. These cryptids have enthralled and mesmerized people for decades. There is a fascination that people have surrounding cryptids that some might not even be able to explain.

Cryptid Origins:

Let's discuss cryptid origins with a trip all the way back to the 15th century BC in Egypt. That’s where the story starts. Egypt was being ruled by Queen Hatshepsut (hat-SHEP-soot), who would send ships across the very much uncharted Red Sea in order to bring back unknown animals. Some of these animals: