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The Wampus Cat: The Southern Cryptid That Still Stalks the Woods


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🎙️ Show Me Spirits — Episode: The Wampus Cat

This week on Show Me Spirits, we dive into the dark forests of American folklore to explore the legend of the Wampus Cat — a fearsome and mystical creature rooted in Southern Appalachian and Cherokee traditions. Often described as a hybrid between a woman and a mountain lion, the Wampus Cat has haunted imaginations for generations with glowing eyes, a piercing scream, and a mysterious past.

🔮 Spirit of the Week: Ben Holladay 1856 Original

Our featured spirit this episode comes from the legendary Holladay Distillery in Weston, Missouri. Founded in 1856 and now operated by McCormick Distilling Company, Holladay has a rich history of crafting bold bourbon. We’re sipping on their Ben Holladay 1856 Original — aged 6 years, 100 proof, and Bottled-in-Bond. This smooth, complex bourbon is the perfect companion for tonight’s tale.

Learn more at: https://holladaybourbon.com/ben-holladay-bourbon/

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🗂️ Sources for Tonight’s Episode:

• appalachianhistory.net

• atlasobscura.com

• southernthing.com

• texascooppower.com – “Catch a Wampus Cat”

• americanfolklore.net – “The Wampus Cat”



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