MVP's WTF? Paranormal

Tales of Man-Eating Monsters S8 E8

In this episode, we share some spine-chilling accounts of four terrifying man-eating monsters and eerie folklore that will blow your mind! One of our hosts shares his frightening experience that will give you pause. Even if you don't believe in monsters, cryptids, or fantastical beasts, these tales will make excellent campfire stories that will . Send us a textSupport the showPlease visit our website: www.militaryveteransparanormal.com for access to more information about this episode and others, as well as other research and investigations we've done.

The Chupacrabra pt 2: The $10,000 reward offer and the Cryptid's Origin w/ Ben Radford

We're back with part two of the legend of the Chupacabra. Ben Radford, the world's leading expert on this cryptid, explains his current offer of $10,000 regarding the Chupacabra. He also nails down exactly when, where and how the Chupacabra legend came into existence.  You do NOT want to miss this!Send us a textSupport the showPlease visit our website: www.militaryveteransparanormal.com for access to more information about this episode and others, as well as other research and investigations we've done.

The Chupacabra - w/ Special Guest Ben Radford Part 1 (S8 E6)

Throughout parts of the Southwestern United States, Mexico, Latin America, and Puerto Rico, tales of the legendary Chupacabra run rampant. Folks share tales of sightings of the creature with glowing red eyes and large fangs, who lurks in the forest and preys on livestock and farm animals. Many residents are fearful the Chupacabra, which translates to “Goat Sucker”, is an animal vampire, sucking the blood out of its prey. However, is the Chupacabra real and why were sightings only reported as far back as the 1990s?Our special guest, Benjamin Radford, is the world’s leading authority on the Chupacabra. He is literally an expert on the topic as he spent over 5 years researching the Chupacabra, traveling to all parts of the world to conduct interviews, field research, and forensic analysis. He authored the most  authoritative book on the Chupacabra, Tracking the Chupacabra: The Vampire Beast in Fact, Fiction, and Folklore (2011).As always, more information on Ben and the Chupacabra are listed below:MORE INFORMATION ON BENJAMIN RADFORD"Modern Myths" - American Museum of Natural History"The Mythical Creature Known as the Chupacabra Walked Out of a Movie" - J. Jarry"Chasing chupacabras? You may find something even more extraordinary here." - National Geographic"Chupacabra: What's the story behind the legendary creature?" - L Calvario/USA Today"Are the strange creatures found around Cuero the legendary Chupacabra?" - K. Cabrera/Texas StandardSend us a textSupport the showPlease visit our website: www.militaryveteransparanormal.com for access to more information about this episode and others, as well as other research and investigations we've done.

Unveiling the Kraken: Folklore, Giant Squids, and Oceanic Legends S8 E5

Not only do we question if the Kraken was ever real, but we explore whether it was a giant squid or giant octopus if it did exist. Join us as we delve into the deep legendary history of the Kraken. What do you think? As always, additional information can be found in the links below:University of Washington's Interactive Oceans article on the Kraken"The real-life origins of the legendary Kraken" - PhysOrg (ScienceX)"Kraken: Monster of the Deep" - Joe Nickell, Skeptical Inquirer"A Deep Dive on the Kraken, a Shipwrecking Sea Monster" - Nicole Antonio"The Kraken: when myth encounters science" - Scientific Library Online Brazil"Kraken and Giant Squid: Creatures of the Deep" - Westport Library"The Kraken Is Real: Scientist Films First Footage Of A Giant Squid" - NPRSend us a textSupport the showPlease visit our website: www.militaryveteransparanormal.com for access to more information about this episode and others, as well as other research and investigations we've done.

The Mongolian Death Worm S8 E4

Ever wondered whether a creature could spit corrosive saliva and generate electric shocks? Join us as we dig into the bizarre and fearsome legend of the Mongolian Death Worm in this jaw-dropping episode of MVP's WTF Paranormal Podcast! We kick off with a light-hearted chat about facing the flu with Botox treatments for migraines before we plunge into the chilling tales of this cryptid, likened to the sandworms from Dune and the graboids from Tremors. You won't believe the vivid descriptions and spine-tingling stories surrounding this five to seven-foot-long terror.Our journey doesn’t stop there; we explore the differences between legless lizards and worm lizards, often mistaken for snakes, and then pivot to the electrifying and corrosive abilities attributed to the Mongolian Death Worm. Could this creature be a blend of known animals like eels and poisonous frogs? We dive into the historical context of Mongolia under Soviet rule and how it lends some credence to these terrifying tales. With speculative and humorous banter, we wrap up our discussion on the Death Worm's alleged self-destructive attack methods.Finally, we wander through the weird and wonderful world of cryptids and folklore. From the Yukon Giant Worm to ice worms in Alaska and British Columbia, our conversation melds historical and scientific perspectives with playful debates about "forest deserts" and killer centipedes from South America. We celebrate the creativity in folklore, especially the monstrous legends from Asian cultures, while offering practical (and comical) advice for dealing with unexpected worm encounters in the desert. Tune in for a captivating blend of humor, history, and hair-raising cryptid tales that promise to keep you both entertained and intrigued!Send us a textSupport the showPlease visit our website: www.militaryveteransparanormal.com for access to more information about this episode and others, as well as other research and investigations we've done.