Almost Heaven, Always Us

Ep38: Why West Virginia Loves the Flatwoods Monster


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👽🎉 Seventy-three years ago, the Flatwoods Monster terrified a small West Virginia town. Today, “Braxxie” is a cultural icon with her own museum, roadside chairs, and even a birthday convention.

In this episode, Corey and Kelsey explore how one night of panic in 1952 turned into decades of pride, tourism, and folklore. From the original sighting to Braxxie’s modern-day celebrity status, this is the story of WV’s cryptid queen—From Fear to Fame.

💬 Who’s your #1 West Virginia cryptid: Mothman or Braxxie? Let us know—we might read your answer on the show!

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