Watchers and Legends: Unveiling Donna Copas' Rich Heritage and Extraordinary Encounters
Get ready for an exhilarating episode of Coven of Curiosities! Host Cyndi, affectionately known as 'Giggles,' welcomes the dynamic duo of Jerry Millwood Jr. and Robert Effler to join in the adventure. But the excitement doesn't stop there! They’re joined by the captivating Donna Copas, a proud Shawnee descendant, who takes us on a thrilling journey through her life and her encounters with the enigmatic 'Watchers'—often referred to as Bigfoot.
Hear her spellbinding tales from her childhood on a farm, where the whispers of the Watchers danced through the trees. Donna shares riveting stories from her ancestors, full of powerful ceremonies, ancient artifacts, and sacred rituals. As the conversation unfolds, dive into the mysteries of iridescent orbs, labyrinthine cave systems, and the profound interconnectedness of nature itself. This episode promises a vibrant tapestry woven with myth, history, and jaw-dropping personal encounters with the great unknown. Buckle up; it’s going to be an unforgettable ride!
00:00 Welcome to Coven of Curiosities
00:34 Meet Jerry Millwood Jr.
02:52 Introducing Donna Kopa
04:30 Donna's Early Encounters with the Watchers
15:32 A Violent Encounter and Its Aftermath
23:31 Recent Footprints and Tree Breaks
32:49 The Dog Man Legend
35:52 Encounter in the Woods
38:01 Questions for Donna
38:12 Shawnee and Cherokee Heritage
38:29 Artifacts and Ancestry
42:40 Dogman and Graveyards
43:18 Cemetery Experiences
49:14 Bigfoot and Orbs Connection
49:59 Rituals and Respect
53:20 Cave Systems and Discoveries
56:38 Family Stories and Traditions
59:29 Dowsing and Water Finding
01:09:51 Final Thoughts and Farewells
“Embrace the Coven, be curious, and explore the eerie, while discovering the dark world with Lil’ Cyndi.”
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Donna Copas
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Robert Efller
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Jerry Millwood, Jr. Contact Information:
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Facebook: @Jerry Millwood, Jr.
Instagram: @millwoodjr.jerry
YouTube: @casarrebel01 “Rebel's Dark Tales of Appalachia” "The Strange and Unexplained Phenomena of The South Mountains of NC"
If you would like to be a guest and share your story or experience with a cryptid, paranormal, or with an unidentified being, or would like to have a short story written by me, please feel free to contact me, your Lil’ host Cyndi (aka Giggles) at covenofcuriositiespod@gmail.com
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