Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with Crime Scene Investigator and Latent Fingerprint Examiner David Zigan! David recently launched Bigfoot Forensics, a project that utilizes forensic science and related disciplines to evaluate purported sasquatch evidence. Join us for a deep dive into David's recommendations for methods that all field re…

Cliff Barackman speaks with sasquatch researcher Joe Bongiovanni! Beyond Joe's relentless pursuit of the sasquatch, he's also the curator of North Fork Survivors, a museum that hosts the world's largest collection of original artifacts collected from the blast zone of Mount St. Helens! Cliff and Joe discuss field research in the Mount St. Helens ar…

This "classic" episode is being re-released in memoriam of Henry Franzoni, a pioneering sasquatch researcher who recently passed away. Originally published in December of 2019, this conversation with Henry offers some insight into his perspectives, his humor, and his kindness. He will be missed. Get Henry's book "In The Spirit of Seatco" here: http…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay welcome Thom Powell back to the podcast to discuss his new book "Planet Strange!" Thom's latest work covers anomalies such as crop circles, cattle mutilations, mysterious mounds, and much more! Pick up an autographed copy of the book here: https://northamericanbigfootcenter.square.site/product/book-planet-strang…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FF5NBlavRS4 This episode is the audio of Pt. 2 of the video linked discussed what to do with the the impressions recovered on your vehicle. What we didn't discuss is what that evidence means, and what it can mean. We also need to further the investigation after the collection of of your dermal evidence. Join me and f…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tst15giw67c&t=420s Today, we're diving into the world of DNA and trace evidence in forensic science. Trace evidence refers to tiny particles like hair, pollen, and fibers that are often invisible to the naked eye, excluding DNA. "Trace DNA" and "touch DNA" are clarified, with "trace DNA" being the correct term for sm…

The story begins in 1967, in the dense forests of northern California, specifically in the Onion Mountain area. It was here that a set of unusual footprints were discovered. These prints were not just any footprints; they appeared to have dermal ridges—fine details similar to the friction ridges found in human fingerprints. This discovery was remar…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qh5pGhX68DU&t=4s Bigfoot tree knocks are often described as that typical baseball hitting the baseball bat sound. That clear crisp "Thwack!". Listen to my first possible first recording of that sound. Then follow me into the investigation of what it could be. I still don't have the answer. However, I did discover ano…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay answer your questions in this new Q&A episode! If you would like to submit a question for a future Q&A episode, please use the contact form or voicemail link here: https://www.bigfootandbeyondpodcast.com/contact Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" and ad-free episodes here: https://www…

Cliff Barackman and Matt Pruitt discuss their experiences at the recent Hocking Hills Bigfoot Festival in Logan, Ohio! Check out Brian Wolf's "Wolf Rock Radio" here: https://wolfrockradio.com Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" and ad-free episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/bigfootandbeyondpodcast Get official "Bigfoo…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with Pam Pierce and Justin Beahm, the two driving forces behind the restoration of the classic film "The Legend of Boggy Creek!" Pam is the daughter of the film's director Charles B. Pierce, and has much to share about the origins and legacy of this iconic movie! Justin is a producer and writer who has pla…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay answer your questions in this new Q&A episode! If you would like to submit a question for a future Q&A episode, please use the contact form or voicemail link here: https://www.bigfootandbeyondpodcast.com/contact Listeners have a limited offer that gets you up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one-tim…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay weigh in on a few news items that are relevant to the sasquatch in this new episode! Topics include: Man "Speaks" With Bigfoot: https://www.ladbible.com/community/weird/man-spoke-bigfoot-conversation-doom-026350-20240713 Orangutan Treats Wounds: https://www.theguardian.com/science/article/2024/may/02/orangutan-s…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with photographer, journalist, and author John Zada! John's book "In the Valleys of the Noble Beyond: In Search of the Sasquatch" is one of our favorite sasquatch books, and focuses on the Great Bear Rainforest of coastal British Columbia. John discusses his lifelong interest in sasquatchery, the experienc…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with psychologist and author Dr. John Baranchok about his book "Grasping Sasquatch: Prepping for Scientific Field Research" in this new episode! Dr. Baranchok discusses the utility of experimental design, scientific analysis, and his own mysterious encounters! Get Dr. Baranchok's book here: https://a.co/d/…

We're reaching back into the archives to bring you another one of our most popular episodes! This classic conversation was originally released in June of 2020. Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with researcher Dennis Pfohl about his experiences as the Project Manager of a unique study of sasquatches! Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "B…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with Michael Cook, a Kentucky 'squatcher with over 20 years of experience pursuing Bluegrass bigfoots! Michael describes the sighting that began his journey, the encounter that Travel Channel devoted an episode of "These Woods Are Haunted" to, and much more! See Michael speak at the Central PA Bigfoot & Cr…

We're bringing you another listener favorite from the archives! Originally released in April of 2021, this classic episode features Dr. Jeff Meldrum discussing a variety of 'squatchy subjects like the future of sasquatch research, analyses of physical evidence, primate evolution, and more! Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyo…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay answer your questions in this new Q&A episode! If you would like to submit a question for a future Q&A episode, please use the contact form or voicemail link here: https://www.bigfootandbeyondpodcast.com/contact Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" and ad-free episodes here: https://www…

Originally released in May of 2020, this classic episode is one of our listeners' favorites! Cliff and Bobo speak with Sara (a forestry professional) who recounts a frightening encounter that she experienced while backpacking alone in the Marble Mountains of California! We're giving this episode "Classic" status due to the number of comments that w…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay chat with Jeff Sisson! Jeff is a special effects artist, a director, and the vocalist for Troglodyte, the world's only sasquatch-themed death metal band! Jeff discusses his love for all things 'squatchy, the inspiration behind Troglodyte's squatchcore sound and lyrics, and much more! Listen to Troglodyte here: h…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with author and US Army veteran R.C. Bramhall about his new book "Haunted War Tales!" The trio discuss the history of sightings and encounters with mysterious hominoids at military sites and battlefields in North America and beyond! Purchase R.C. Bramhall's book here: https://a.co/d/b94RIfN Sign up for our…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with the owners of the West Virginia Bigfoot Museum, David and Laurel Petolicchio! David and his mother Laurel discuss their interests in 'squatchy things, the reports and evidence they receive in West Virginia, and much more in this episode! Read more about their museum and the upcoming West Virginia Bigf…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay catch up on 'squatchy matters of the day, including new tracks found in Oregon, a tale of a sasquatch grabbing a Shetland pony, the state of Bobo's travel trailer, and more! They also speak with Andrea Andrews, a fifth grade teacher at Lincoln Elementary School in Hoquiam, Washington. Andrea's students have made…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay answer your questions in this new Q&A episode! If you would like to submit a question for a future Q&A episode, please use the contact form or voicemail link here: https://www.bigfootandbeyondpodcast.com/contact Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" and ad-free episodes here: https://www…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with long-time Pennsylvania-based researcher Eric Altman! Eric is a field investigator with over 20 years of experience, and recently cast some of the most compelling tracks ever documented in the Keystone State! Follow Eric's work here: https://www.pabigfoot.com Learn more about Eric's upcoming event here…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay meander through the wilds of the recent Ape Canyon event at the NABC, the preference for using calls vs. knocks in the field, a resolution to protect the 'squatch, bucket list research locales, the virtues of the infamous Turtleman, Bobo's luck, and a two-for-one "Bobo's Story Time" segment regarding some of his…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with Jeff Dysinger, a hunter and professional outdoorsman who watched a sasquatch through a pair of binoculars for several minutes in Colorado! Jeff also describes his first sasquatch encounter that occurred a year prior in the same area! Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" and a…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay chat about a variety of subjects in this wide-ranging episode! Topics include: the Bluff Creek 'squatchers from Ep. 250 and Ep. 217, sasquatch hair samples causing rashes, Bobo's need for bibs, a sasquatch-related call to a Sheriff's office, why comedians love Bobo, sasquatch toes, why Bobo eschewed shoes, Drago…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay answer your questions in this new Q&A episode! If you would like to submit a question for a future Q&A episode, please use the contact form or voicemail link here: https://www.bigfootandbeyondpodcast.com/contact Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" and ad-free episodes here: https://www…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with Heather Moser of Small Town Monsters! Heather is a classics professor, podcaster, and producer who has conducted extensive research into many strange (and 'squatchy) subjects! She joins the podcast to talk about her work, experiences, and upcoming Small Town Monsters projects. Find Heather's work with…

James "Bobo" Fay flies solo and interviews two of his friends who each saw a sasquatch close to the site of Bobo's first encounters in the Bald Hills of Northern California! Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" and ad-free episodes here: https://www.patreon.com/bigfootandbeyondpodcast Get official "Bigfoot & Beyond with Cl…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with Fred Roehl, a Curyung Tribal Council member from Dillingham, Alaska about his sasquatch encounters and research! Read more about Fred's research here: https://subarcticalaskasasquatch.com Click here for Fred's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@subarcticalaskasasquatch Sign up for our weekly bo…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay answer your questions in this new Q&A episode! If you would like to submit a question for a future Q&A episode, please use the contact form or voicemail link here: https://www.bigfootandbeyondpodcast.com/contact Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" here: https://www.patreon.com/bigfoota…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with radio and TV host, podcaster, and author Dave Schrader! Dave was the lead paranormal investigator on the Travel Channel/Discovery+ series "The Holzer Files," and he's here to discuss his experiences! Dave even tells us about his sasquatch sighting! Learn more about Dave and buy his new book here: http…

Cliff Barackman & James "Bobo" Fay catch up about 'squatchy developments! Cliff chats about snow tracks, a recent conference that he attended, and the discovery of historic stompers. Bobo regales us with his recent meeting with the son of an early 'squatcher! The two spend the last half of the episode discussing articles about humor, play, and teas…

James "Bobo" Fay goes solo in this episode! The Bobes speaks with Angie, an Ohio resident who has been documenting her experiences with her mysterious neighbors for years. Check out Angie's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@snowwhitebigfoot Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" here: https://www.patreon.com/big…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with Doug Chez about a recent sighting in Oregon! Doug and his research partners were previously featured on Ep. 217 regarding a track find in the Bluff Creek, California region. Doug has come back to tell us about an encounter that he and his team had in January of 2024 near Cliff's study areas! Sign up f…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay answer your questions in this new Q&A episode! If you would like to submit a question for a future Q&A episode, please use the contact form or voicemail link here: https://www.bigfootandbeyondpodcast.com/contact Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" here: https://www.patreon.com/bigfoota…

Cliff Barackman and Matt Pruitt discuss a week's worth of 'squatchy happenings in the Pacific Northwest! Topics include field surveys, a special event at the North American Bigfoot Center, and a recap of the excellent sQuatch Fest conference! Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" here: https://www.patreon.com/bigfootandbeyo…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with Montana-based friend and researcher Kelly Berdahl! Kelly has been 'squatching with the boys for many years, and has some stories to tell! Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" here: https://www.patreon.com/bigfootandbeyondpodcast Get official "Bigfoot & Beyond with Cliff & Bob…

In this episode we take a look at what some considered myths and fabrications that turned out to be true. From Machu Pichu, the Kraken, and yes even the famed platypus. We also look at how oral traditions play an important role in passing information down through generation to generation. Then actual newspaper articles are read and shared about Big…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay answer your questions in this new Q&A episode! If you would like to submit a question for a future Q&A episode, please use the contact form or voicemail link here: https://www.bigfootandbeyondpodcast.com/contact Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" here: https://www.patreon.com/bigfoota…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with Liz, a former composite artist who was asked to sketch an unusual "suspect" many years ago! Liz relates the experience of working with the witness, discusses the importance of narratives, and much more! Watch "Bigfoot at the Border" to see the property that Bobo mentions here: https://youtu.be/O1IJ8VB…

Cliff Barackman and Matt Pruitt speak with filmmaker and sasquatch researcher Aleks Petakov! Aleks produces a number of films for Small Town Monsters, including his excellent "Beyond the Trail" series. Hear about Aleks' adventures in pursuit of the sasquatch in this new episode! Watch episodes of the "Beyond the Trail" series here: https://youtube.…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay welcome in the new year with Matt Pruitt by looking back at 2023! Topics include the importance of preserving sasquatch history, the incredible work of Marc Myrsell, the ongoing field efforts of the North American Bigfoot Center, the study of anomalous samples at North Carolina State University, and much more! R…

Cliff Barackman and "Bigfoot & Beyond" producer Matt Pruitt catch up about new discoveries in Oregon! Cliff describes a set of impressions that he recently documented, as well as other goings-on in the realm of sasquatchery. Get tickets to SquatchFest here: https://chamber.kelsolongviewchamber.org/events/details/squatch-fest-3753?calendarMonth=2024…

Cliff Barackman speaks with a woman who might've gotten video of a sasquatch recently in the great state of Oregon! This episode covers the story behind the video, Cliff's investigation, the reactions from outsiders, and more! See the video here: https://youtube.com/shorts/xdGrPA855Ds?feature=share Zoomed video: https://youtube.com/shorts/QCyop-XvK…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay speak with Bryan, a SoCal resident with several 'squatchy encounters to share! Bryan was featured in the recent Small Town Monsters production "Bigfoot at the Border": https://youtu.be/O1IJ8VBxRBU?si=0vDLp9sn4F0dpjM8 Sign up for our weekly bonus podcast "Beyond Bigfoot & Beyond" here: https://www.patreon.com/big…

Cliff Barackman and James "Bobo" Fay answer your questions in this new Q&A episode! If you would like to submit a question for a future Q&A episode, please use the contact form or voicemail link here: https://www.bigfootandbeyondpodcast.com/contact Read about the Minaret Skull here: http://www.bfro.net/REF/THEORIES/MJM/minaret.htm Sign up for our w…