Boggy Creek Legend: Sasquatch Sightings Past and Present with Lyall Blackburn

In a recent episode of the spooky podcast "Eerie Travels," hosts Emily and Caroline had a fascinating conversation with cryptid expert Lyle Blackburn. The discussion revolved around the Legend of Boggy Creek, a 1972 docu-drama horror film based on sightings of a hairy, scary creature in Southwest Arkansas. Lyle Blackburn, a musician turned cryptid researcher, shared his journey from being a fan of movie monsters to becoming a renowned expert in the field of cryptozoology. His interest in Bigfoot, Yeti, and the Loch Ness monster began in third grade when he read a book called "Strange but True" by Daniel Cohen. This early exposure to cryptids stayed with him, and he eventually decided to write a book about the Legend of Boggy Creek. The Legend of Boggy Creek is based on real-life sightings of a Sasquatch-like creature in Southern Arkansas, which occurred between 1954 and 1971. The movie, which was filmed on location, features real people reenacting the events and is known for its realistic and spooky depiction of the creature. During the conversation, Lyle revealed that the legend of Boggy Creek goes back even further than the 1950s. He discovered that there had been sightings dating back to the 1940s and that the sightings continued into the 1980s, 1990s, and even up to the present day. This revelation highlights the ongoing fascination with Sasquatch and the enduring mystery surrounding its existence. I encourage our readers to check out this episode of "Eerie Travels" and learn more about the Legend of Boggy Creek. It's a fascinating glimpse into the world of cryptozoology and a must-watch for any Bigfoot believer.