In this gripping episode, we dive into the mysterious legend of the Kandahar Giant, a supposed 13-foot-tall, red-haired humanoid encountered by U.S. military personnel in Afghanistan in 2002. We explore the origins of the tale, recount eyewitness claims of a fierce battle in a remote cave, and examine the conspiracy theories surrounding an alleged government cover-up. Joined by a folklore expert and a military historian, we sift through the evidence—or lack thereof—to uncover what’s fact, what’s fiction, and why this cryptic story continues to captivate imaginations worldwide.