Mermaids

In 1972, Defiance, Ohio, became the setting for terrifying reports of a mysterious, wolf-like creature. Was it a werewolf, an unknown animal, or something else entirely? Join Drunken Cryptids: Caffeinated Mysteries as we dig into the sightings, the witnesses, and the legend of the Defiance Werewolf. Pour a cup and prepare for a mystery that refuses to stay buried!

Today we sit down with author and illustrator Michael Thompson to talk monsters, myths, and modern storytelling! We dive into how real-world folklore inspires his books, the art of building unforgettable worlds, and why we’re all so fascinated by the unknown. Stream now!

When a punishing 1952 drought drained a Kansas basin, it didn't just leave behind mud—it revealed a 15-foot serpent to a terrified town. Was the "Kansas Leviathan" a prehistoric survivor, a heat-addled hallucination, or the ultimate local hoax? Tune in to uncover the panic, the stories, and the bizarre true legend of Sinkhole Sam.

Guest: Les Durant (Founder of Objects and Orbs) In this episode, we dive deep into the unexplained with special guest Les Durant. Shifting away from traditional cryptids and paranormal investigations, Les shares incredible video evidence and discusses his extensive research into UFO phenomena, organic entities, and day-time sightings captured right here in Arkansas.

Grab your coffee and lock your doors—this week, we’re heading back to 1946 to unravel the terrifying mystery of the Texarkana Moonlight Murders. Over ten dread-filled weeks in the quiet, twin-city border town of Texarkana, a shadowy, sack-masked attacker known as the Phantom Killer ambushed couples on secluded lover’s lanes and stalked victims in their own homes. Five people were left dead, three survived horrific injuries, and a whole community was thrust into panic—buying up weapons, enforcing night curfews, and creating the infamous urban legend of "the town that dreaded sundown.