Kraken Cans Cast: Cryptids, Urban Legends, and All Things Spooky

The Hugag might be one of the strangest creatures ever to come out of North American lumberjack folklore. In this mini episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive into the legend of this bizarre Fearsome Critter from the forests of Wisconsin, Minnesota, and the Canadian wilderness. Said to have impossibly long legs with no joints, the Hugag could only sleep by leaning against trees—making it one of the most unique cryptids ever imagined.

Join us as we explore the origins of the Hugag, the tall tales of lumber camps, and wh...

What was hiding inside 50 Berkeley Square? For nearly 200 years, one address in London's wealthy Mayfair district has been linked to terrifying encounters, mysterious deaths, and a creature so horrifying that witnesses claimed it drove people mad.

In this episode of the Kraken Cans Cast, we dive into the legend of The Creature of 50 Berkeley Square. Was it a ghost, a demonic entity, a shapeless blob, an octopus-like monstrosity, or something beyond human understanding? We explore the chilling eyewitness accounts, the famous stories of the sailors who dared to spend the night...

This month we’re diving into two of the strangest stories making waves in the cryptid and paranormal world.

First, we break down the wild claims from Snake, the self-proclaimed Bigfoot hunter, who says he’s in possession of a Bigfoot corpse and even had DNA testing performed. Is this finally the evidence believers have been waiting for, or just another elaborate hoax?

Then we head down under to Australia, where mysterious black “space balls” have been washing up on beaches, leaving locals scratching their heads. Are they space junk, something from the deep sea, or is th...

From lonely Appalachian back roads to sightings across North America, this week we’re diving into the strange legend of the Devil Monkey. We begin with the famous 1959 Virginia encounters, including the Boyd family and two nurses whose convertible was reportedly attacked, then follow the creature’s trail through decades of eyewitness reports describing a monkey-like beast with a dog-like face, long tail, and aggressive behavior.

We explore the evidence, the theories, and whether these stories point to an escaped exotic primate, mistaken identity, growing folklore, or something that still can’t be explained.

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Two years. Over 100 episodes. Countless cryptids, ghost stories, UFOs, urban legends, and plenty of laughs along the way—and we couldn't have done it without all of you.

To celebrate this milestone, we're bringing you a replay of our live anniversary show! Whether you joined us live or couldn't make it, we've got you covered. Sit back and enjoy the stories, conversations, and all the fun from the event as we celebrate two incredible years of the Kraken Cans Cast.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for listening, sharing the show, leaving reviews, an...

Dive into the legend of the Big Muddy Beast, Southern Illinois' most infamous cryptid. In this episode, we explore the creature's most chilling sightings, the explosive wave of encounters during the 1970s Big Muddy Monster flap, eyewitness reports, strange evidence, and the theories behind what may have been lurking along the Big Muddy River. Was it a Bigfoot, a misidentified animal, or something far stranger? As always, we pair the mystery with a craft beer, this time reviewing Founders Brewing Co. - Dirty Bastard Ale to see if it lives up to the legend. If you love...

In this episode of The Kickback, we sit down with Ryan, Christy, and Steven from Slice of the Paranormal—the podcast that travels to haunted locations, dives into the history behind them, and samples the local pizza along the way.

We talk about their experience at the Pennhurst 2026 ParaCon, some of their favorite haunted locations, Steven’s legendary hat, and plenty more paranormal shenanigans. If you’re into ghosts, history, pizza, and good conversation, this is one episode you won’t want to miss.

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We made it to 100 main episodes, and we’re celebrating the only way we know how—with a cold beer and one of the strangest stories we’ve ever covered.

This week, we’re pairing the episode with Two Years of Tripping from Tripping Animals Brewing because this story feels less like a haunting and more like a full-blown LSD trip. Forget “straight-up cursed”—this one is a straight-up trip.

Join us as we dive into the bizarre legend of Gef the Talking Mongoose, the mysterious creature that supposedly lived inside t...

What happens when exhausted lumberjacks hear strange screams echoing through the dark forests of Maine? In this Cryptid Minisode, we dive into the legend of the Dungavenhooter, one of the strangest creatures in Fearsome Critter folklore. Said to be a long, gator-like beast with glowing eyes, no mouth, and a haunting cry that could send chills down a logger's spine, the Dungavenhooter has puzzled storytellers for generations.

Join us as we explore the origins of this bizarre lumber camp legend, the sightings that kept the tale alive, and whether the Dungavenhooter was a real creature...

On Christmas Eve 1945, a fire ripped through the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia. By morning, five of the Sodder children were believed dead. But there was one problem—no remains were ever found.

As investigators ruled the tragedy an accidental house fire, George and Jennie Sodder refused to accept the official story. Strange events leading up to the fire, mysterious witnesses, reports of children being seen after the blaze, and decades of unanswered questions fueled one of America's most enduring mysteries.

Did the children perish in the fire? Were they kidnapped? Or was th...

This month we’re digging into the viral photo that supposedly shows Trump meeting a group of Nordic aliens outside the White House. Is it legit, AI, or just another internet mystery that’s gotten completely out of control?

Then we head to Ohio to talk about the Frogman Bill that’s been making the rounds and what it could mean for one of the state’s most famous cryptid legends.

After that, we break down a recent possible Bigfoot encounter reported near Paradise, Michigan. What did the witness see, and does the story hold up?

Step inside one of Virginia's most haunted locations as we explore the chilling history and paranormal legends surrounding Ferry Plantation in Virginia Beach.

From mysterious apparitions and shadowy figures to reports of a woman in white and the spirits of those tied to the property's tragic past, Ferry Plantation has earned a reputation as a hotspot for ghost hunters and paranormal investigators alike. But are these hauntings simply local folklore, or is something truly lingering within the walls of this historic home?

In this episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive into the history of...

In this minisode of Kraken Cans Cast, we dive into the strange and lesser-known legend of the Axehandle Hound, one of North America's most bizarre fearsome critters. Said to roam the deep forests with a body shaped like an axe handle and a taste for unsuspecting lumberjacks, this unusual piece of logging camp folklore has been passed down for generations. Join us as we explore the origins, sightings, and tall tales behind the Axehandle Hound, and uncover why these fearsome critters became such an important part of frontier storytelling. 

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In this episode of Kraken Cans Cast, we head deep into the mystery of Skinwalker Ranch, one of the most infamous paranormal hotspots in the world. We explore the experiences of the Sherman family, including the legendary giant wolf encounter and the strange events that put the ranch on the map. We also discuss other reported sightings and phenomena before diving into the sale of the property, who purchased it, and how the focus of the investigation changed after the Shermans left.

To pair with this legendary location, we’re cracking open DD...