In the next episode of State of the Unknown, host Robert Barber sits down with cryptozoologist and paranormal researcher Dr. Brian D. Parsons to discuss the strange creatures explored in his book, Eastern Cryptids. From the Beast of Bladenboro to the Snallygaster, we dive into the stories, sightings, and cultural roots of these persistent mysteries.
Whether you're a fan of creepy podcasts, haunted places, or eerie folklore, this episode brings the haunted history of the eastern U.S. to life.
🟡 Listen now — and decide for yourself what’s myth… and what might be lurking just beyond the trees.
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Some stories don’t stay buried.
We go looking anyway.