[Shadow Archive Episode] This episode is part of the Chasing Shadows Radio Shadow Archive—a collection of earlier investigations recorded before our newest season launch.We're proud to keep these classic episodes available as we continue exploring the strange and unknown, always through a skeptical lens.Stay tuned: brand new episodes of Chasing Shadows Radio are on the way!Let's Get Skeptical.In this episode of Chasing Shadows Josh, Erik, and Robert look into the history of zombies and where the legends of the undead began, and how they evolved into the brain eating monsters we know so well today.  Besides their depictions in pop culture, we investigate whether or not there are instances of zombies in nature and what the abilities of brain controlling wasps and fungus can do and if humans need to worry about happening to them. Hosted By: Josh Kroeker Erik Mclain Robert Bain Weekly Shadows Correspondent: Brandon Parkey Produced By: Brianna Kroeker

[Shadow Archive Episode] This episode is part of the Chasing Shadows Radio Shadow Archive—a collection of earlier investigations recorded before our newest season launch. We're proud to keep these classic episodes available as we continue exploring the strange and unknown, always through a skeptical lens. Stay tuned: brand new episodes of Chasing Shadows Radio are on the way! Let's Get Skeptical. In this episode of Chasing Shadows Josh, Erik, and Robert look into the history of zombies and where the legends of the undead began, and how they evolved into the brain eating monsters we know so well today. Besides their depictions in pop culture, we investigate whether or not there are instances of zombies in nature and what the abilities of brain controlling wasps and fungus can do and if humans need to worry about happening to them. Hosted By: Josh Kroeker Erik Mclain Robert Bain Weekly Shadows Correspondent: Brandon Parkey Produced By: Brianna Kroeker

[Shadow Archive Episode] This episode is part of the Chasing Shadows Radio Shadow Archive—a collection of earlier investigations recorded before our newest season launch.We're proud to keep these classic episodes available as we continue exploring the strange and unknown, always through a skeptical lens.Stay tuned: brand new episodes of Chasing Shadows Radio are on the way!Let's Get Skeptical.In this episode of Chasing Shadows Josh, Erik, and Robert look into the history of zombies and where the legends of the undead began, and how they evolved into the brain eating monsters we know so well today.&nbsp; Besides their depictions in pop culture, we investigate whether or not there are instances of zombies in nature and what the abilities of brain controlling wasps and fungus can do and if humans need to worry about happening to them. Hosted By: Josh Kroeker Erik Mclain Robert Bain Weekly Shadows Correspondent: Brandon Parkey Produced By: Brianna Kroeker

Shadow Archive Episode - The Origins of Zombies

New episodes coming soon! Chasing Shadows Radio is a podcast that investigates the world’s strangest stories — from cryptids and conspiracies to ancient legends and cutting-edge technolgy— all through a skeptical, evidence-based lens. Originally broadcast on community radio, Chasing Shadows built its foundation on curious inquiry and critical thinking. Now, with a new season and renewed focus, we’re doubling down on expert voices, scientific perspectives, and thorough investigations that go beyond surface-level speculation. Each episode explores one mysterious topic — like Bigfoot, time travel, ancient giants, or mind control — while spotlighting researchers, scientists, and scholars who help us ask the right questions and separate truth from folklore. Whether you’re a believer, skeptic, or somewhere in between, Chasing Shadows Radio invites you to explore the unexplained with curiosity and critical thought — and maybe even change your mind. Old episodes are now archived as Shadow Archive Episodes — and they still hold some eerie charm.&nbsp; New episodes are released in seasonal formats — giving us the freedom to dive deeper into each subject, feature more expert perspectives, and deliver a focused, evidence-first look at the mysteries that capture our imagination. Follow along each season as we explore the unknown, one topic at a time.&nbsp;

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New episodes coming soon! Chasing Shadows Radio is a podcast that investigates the world’s strangest stories — from cryptids and conspiracies to ancient legends and cutting-edge technolgy— all through a skeptical, evidence-based lens. Originally broadcast on community radio, Chasing Shadows built its foundation on curious inquiry and critical thinking. Now, with a new season and renewed focus, we’re doubling down on expert voices, scientific perspectives, and thorough investigations that go beyond surface-level speculation. Each episode explores one mysterious topic — like Bigfoot, time travel, ancient giants, or mind control — while spotlighting researchers, scientists, and scholars who help us ask the right questions and separate truth from folklore. Whether you’re a believer, skeptic, or somewhere in between, Chasing Shadows Radio invites you to explore the unexplained with curiosity and critical thought — and maybe even change your mind. Old episodes are now archived as Shadow Archive Episodes — and they still hold some eerie charm.  New episodes are released in seasonal formats — giving us the freedom to dive deeper into each subject, feature more expert perspectives, and deliver a focused, evidence-first look at the mysteries that capture our imagination. Follow along each season as we explore the unknown, one topic at a time. 

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