Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"He then stated that these woods are home to a population of Sasquatches and that every Zortman local has had some kind of big foot encounter in their lives." — [Speaker Name Not Fully Clear, but likely a Host relaying listener story]
"Drew Smith is clearly the leader. He took up a collection. They started selling shirts so they can like finance ways to like catch these guys." — Ed Larson
"The main issue here, honestly, he was using crack cocaine the entire time. Yeah, you got to have a clear head when you're trying to tick over a city." — [Speaker Name Not Fully Clear, but likely a Host discussing the Columbus, Ohio incident]
This episode of "Side Stories" delves into a collection of intriguing and often strange tales, beginning with observations on Australian culture and linguistics, and then moving into local folklore and true crime. The hosts discuss the unique cultural perspective on supernatural phenomena in Australia, contrasting it with Western anxieties, and touch upon Aboriginal storytelling related to the natural landscape. The conversation then pivots to a local mystery dubbed "Soup Gate" in South Knoxville, where bags of grease and food waste are being dumped, causing accidents and community concern, with listeners actively participating in an investigation.
The episode also explores a variety of true crime narratives, including the case of Tracy Wiginton, known as the "lesbian vampire," and the complex theories surrounding the "Sovereign Citizen" movement and its potential connection to radicalized violence. A segment on reborn baby dolls and their uncanny realism, particularly a new line inspired by "Avatar," sparks discussion about their purpose and the emotional needs they may fulfill. The hosts also revisit discussions on movie genres, specifically debating whether "Jaws" and other films can be classified as horror, drawing on listener feedback and their own interpretations.
Finally, the episode features a peculiar anecdote from Zortman, Montana, about a local chef's alleged encounter with a Sasquatch, including a sexually charged interaction and subsequent offerings to the creature. Other segments include a discussion about a man who attempted to use a snowplow attachment to ram cars on an interstate, attributed to a lack of planning and drug use, and a perplexing case of a woman found deceased in an airport baggage conveyor belt system, which authorities have labeled a suicide. The hosts express a desire for more listener input on these and other bizarre events.