Oct. 12, 2026

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We explore the terrifying myths and rules of Appalachian folklore, including Bigfoot, Mothman, the Bell Witch, mimics, and more. Get the podcast ad-free: https://www.redwebpod.com Our sponsors: Ethos - Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/redweb. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Trustpilot rating as of 8/1/2026. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off BetterHelp at http://BetterHelp.com/REDWEB You may have heard the stories and rules of these woods. The warnings, the omens, the tall tales. Creatures and cryptids that roam the isolated lands, attempting to lure you in with tricks in the darkness. These legends have been passed down for generations, but why? How are there so many unique anecdotes that come out of the same region? Today, we’re taking a deep dive into the monsters and myths embedded across Appalachian Folklore.

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