Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"It's because the satellite dish companies don't get out to the coal mining areas in West Virginia, so they have to make fun little shows for themselves." — Ben Kessel
"And they said the way they have explained off the flat woods monster is that it's this chain of events. They saw an asteroid. There was a fire in the forest. And then they saw big old owl." — Marcus
"The Windigo could be one of two things. It is either an evil spirit that possesses a human. Okay. Or it could be what a human becomes after eating the remains of another human." — Ben Kessel
The episode begins by exploring the legend of the Loveland Frogman, detailing its alleged first sighting in 1955 by a businessman who described three bipedal, reptilian entities. The discussion touches on the creature's described features, including leathery skin and webbed hands and feet, and speculates on the psychological state of the witness. Later sightings in 1972 are also recounted, involving police officers and a farmer, with varying descriptions of the creature's size and appearance, and the eventual recantation of one of the primary witness accounts.
The conversation then shifts to the Flatwoods Monster, originating from West Virginia in 1952. The narrative recounts a group of children witnessing a UFO crash, followed by the appearance of a large, intimidating creature. The episode discusses its description as a tall, pulsating, and metallic-limbed entity, often associated with a pungent, sulfurous smell, and its potential connection to UFO sightings. Possible explanations such as an owl, a misinterpreted natural phenomenon, or the effects of environmental factors like coal mining waste are explored.
Further into the episode, the hosts delve into the Melonheads, a legend with variations in Michigan and Ohio. These creatures are often depicted as children with hydrocephalus who either escaped from an asylum or were transformed into feral beings. The stories touch upon themes of abuse, isolation, and the supernatural transformation of individuals with medical conditions. The discussion also briefly covers the Wendigo, a creature from Algonquin folklore, characterized by its insatiable hunger and association with cannibalism, particularly in harsh, cold environments. The episode concludes by touching upon other regional monsters and the cultural impact of these legends.