This week on Creatures Unknown, we explore the eerie legend of the Pope Lick Monster, Kentucky's infamous Goatman. Residing beneath a treacherous railroad trestle, this half-human, half-goat cryptid is said to use mimicry and even sheer terror to lure victims into fatal encounters with oncoming trains. We delve into its sinister origins, from circus sideshow horrors to twisted tales of satanic rituals, and unravel the grim reality of how this lore has claimed lives over the years. The story doesn’t stop there—we also discuss similar Goatman legends across America, their cultural impact, and how these chilling tales continue to evolve.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes discussions of death, murder, and suicide, both in folklore and real events.

Sources

Pope Lick Monster | Cryptid Wiki | Fandom

Pope Lick Monster - Wikipedia

Old Alton Bridge - Wikipedia

Lake Worth Monster - Wikipedia

https://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Goatman

Ron Schildknecht - About

Goatman Festival Louisville

Maryland Goatman | Cryptid Wiki

Music attributions

Bent and Broken (intro)

"Bent and Broken" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Awkward Meeting (outro)

"Awkward Meeting" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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