Camp Cryptid

Celebrate Squonkapalooza and Pennsylvania’s strangest legends and lore—from the emo Squonk and the elusive Bigfoot, to other cryptids like the Butler Gargoyle, Ogua, and Raystown Ray. Then, dive into the state’s most haunted spots, including Gettysburg, Pennhurst Asylum, Eastern State Penitentiary, and the ghost town of Centralia.

Journey back to 1903 to the small town of Van Meter, Iowa, where terrified townsfolk reported sightings of a bizarre, winged creature with a horn that emitted beams of light. Known today as the Van Meter Visitor, this mysterious cryptid was said to emerge from an abandoned mine, deflect bullets, and vanish into the darkness. Join us by the campfire as we ask: What really stalked the streets of Van Meter those fall nights?

Join around the campfire for another round of chilling listener tales. This episode features eerie encounters in haunted houses, ghostly encounters in old hotels, mysterious glowing spheres in the night sky, and unsettling experiences in creepy towns far off the beaten path. Grab a blanket, light a lantern, and prepare to get spooked—these true stories are not for the faint of heart.

Join around the campfire for an interview with Emilio Emilio Soto Soto PhD, CEO and Creator of Cryptid Camp TCG. Dive into the lore and world building behind the world of Cryptid Camp, favorite legends, and a first look into the new trading card game focused all around the world of Cryptids, folklore, and urban legends of the world. 

Come join around the campfire for two chilling legends of terrifying werewolf encounters. The Morbach Monster of Germany is a werewolf who was executed in the 1800s, however its legend still haunts the countryside to this day. Was it a werewolf? A Nazi experiment gone wrong? Then dive into the mysterious and encounter in Defiance, Ohio where many people claim to see the werewolf of Defiance. 

Whether you're in the mood for a romantic horror or a classic Valentine's Day slasher- my list covers everything from love movies, anime, tv shows, and the best horror movies for your bloody Valentine's Day. 

Come join around the campfire for a list of my favorite must-see Bigfoot movies that portray this legendary creatures in so many ways. Whether Bigfoot is a sweet and loving creature or a giant flesh eating hulk, these are my favorite must-see Bigfoot films for Bigfoot and Cryptid fans!

Get ready for chills and thrills as I review my favorite horror movies of 2024! From spine-tingling supernatural scares to terrifying creature features, I'm talking about the most haunting releases of the year. Whether you’re into psychological horror, gory slashers, or cryptid-inspired cinema, 2024 had  something for every horror fan. Tune in to hear my top picks, hidden gems, and why these films  are on my ultimate 2024 must-watch horror list. 

A Holiday special focusing on the scariest ghouls of the Holiday Season like the terrifying witch Frau Perchta and the spooky Victorian era traditions of Christmas and the New Year!

Unravel the immortal legends of Elizabeth Bathory, the "Blood Countess" who allegedly bathed in the blood of hundreds of victims, and the enigmatic mystery of Count of St. Germain, the immortal and mystical alchemist.