Beasts of Legend Podcast

Beasts of Legend Podcast

Welcome to Beasts of Legend, the ultimate podcast for lovers of myth, folklore, and the mysterious creatures that inhabit our stories and nightmares. Join us as we delve deep into the world of cryptids, yōkai, mythical beasts, and legendary creatures from cultures around the globe. Each episode explores the origins, cultural significance, and enduring mysteries surrounding these fascinating beings—whether it’s the chilling tale of Japan’s Teke Teke, the elusive Bigfoot, or the fiery majesty of the Phoenix. With engaging storytelling, historical context, and expert insights, Beasts of Legend goes beyond the surface to uncover the truths, legends, and theories behind the world’s most captivating creatures. From ancient folklore to modern sightings and pop culture adaptations, this podcast is perfect for curious minds, folklore enthusiasts, and anyone who loves a good, spine-tingling tale.

Episodes

Secrets Lurking in the Shadows of Your Home

May 3, 2025 • 26 mins
Have you ever felt a bone-chilling sensation that something is watching you from the shadows? What if your childhood fears were not just figments of your imagination, but gateways to unspeakable horrors? In this terrifying tale, a man returns to his childhood home after his sister's mysterious death in the basement. Haunted by his childhood dread of the dark corners, he soon discovers that the shadows hold secrets far more siniste...
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The Haunting Of The Slender Man: A Chilling Encounter

March 27, 2025 • 11 mins
You’ve heard of Slender Man, right? The faceless figure in a suit, tall as a streetlight, arms like wires, lurking in forests and photos? That's the myth. But the version passed around online… it’s watered down. The real story is older.
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It Waits In The Woods

March 16, 2025 • 8 mins
A 16-year-old hunter, familiar with the wilderness of Maine, embarks on a routine hunt with his father and grandfather. As night falls, an unexpected snowstorm separates him from his family. Alone, lost, and struggling against the elements, he begins hearing something strange—his own voice calling back to him. Then he sees it—a tall, gaunt figure lurking behind the trees, watching… following… mimicking him. In a desperate attempt t...
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The Wendigo

March 16, 2025 • 11 mins
Step into the frozen wilderness and uncover the terrifying truth behind one of North America’s most haunting legends—the eternally starving Wendigo. Join us as we blend folklore and fiction in a chilling investigative story that will make your skin crawl. With a tale inspired by real-life encounters and traditional Algonquian beliefs, this episode takes you deep into the dark woods where the Wendigo waits. Do you dare listen?
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Zashiki Warashi: The Invisible Guest

March 16, 2025 • 7 mins
It begins with small, unexplained movements—a cup that shifts on the table, a sliding door that opens on its own. Then come the sounds—soft footsteps echoing through empty hallways, quiet laughter in the dead of night. You never see the child… but you feel its presence. You are not alone. This is the legend of Zashiki Warashi, Japan’s ghostly child spirit. Unlike most supernatural beings, these yōkai are neither purely good nor ev...
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Kuchisake-Onna: The Legend of the Slit-Mouthed Woman.

March 15, 2025 • 9 mins
You’re walking home alone at night. The streets are empty, the air thick with silence. Then, out of the shadows, she appears—long black hair cascading down her shoulders, a white surgical mask covering her face. She steps forward, eyes fixed on you. Then, in a voice barely above a whisper, she asks… “Am I beautiful?” What you say next determines if y
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Aka Manto: The Terrifying Yōkai Offering A Choice

March 14, 2025 • 5 mins
The story of Aka Manto follows a malevolent spirit clad in a red cloak and a mask, said to appear in restroom stalls, particularly in the older, more historic, buildings. As the victim sits unsuspectingly, a disembodied voice emerges from nowhere, asking "Red or Blue?"
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Hanako-San, “Come Play With Me”

March 14, 2025 • 5 mins
In the eerie world of Japanese urban legends, few stories send chills down schoolchildren’s spines like that of Hanako-san (花子さん). Said to haunt the third stall of girls’ bathrooms in schools across Japan, Hanako-san’s legend has become a staple of playground dares and ghost stories for generations. Her tale intertwines childhood curiosity with the universal fear of encountering something supernatural in the most mundane of places.
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Teke Teke – If You Hear Her, It’s Too Late

March 14, 2025 • 7 mins
Introduction:  Welcome to Beasts of Legend. Welcome to Beasts of Legend, the podcast that delves deep into the shadows of myth, the whispers of folklore, and the mysteries of creatures that have haunted human imagination for centuries. From the dark forests where cryptids lurk to ancient lands where dragons once soared and waters where Yōkai stir beneath the surface. We bring you stories that blur the line between legend and realit...
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