Engaging Skeptics: Building Credibility in Bigfoot Research

Posted Saturday, January 20, 2024

By Squatchable.com staff

In a recent video from the YouTube channel Squatch Talk, host "Bad" discusses the importance of being able to communicate with scientific professionals and those outside of the Bigfoot community. He emphasizes the need to be prepared for unexpected conversations with experts in related fields, such as primatologists, and the importance of bringing them into the Bigfoot world bubble. One interesting point he makes is the lack of people reaching out to professionals outside of the Bigfoot community for discussions and the potential benefits that could come from it. He mentions his own experience in having conversations with primatologists and other professionals, and how it's good to meet these people in the middle and not lead with Bigfoot-specific topics right away. He also talks about the importance of being able to engage with true skeptics, and how it's crucial for researchers and podcast hosts in the Bigfoot community to be willing to have these conversations on air, live, in front of a Bigfoot crowd. He mentions a few individuals who are good at engaging with media and talking about the subject responsibly, and encourages others to do the same. Additionally, he mentions the importance of building a case and learning how to talk to skeptics and professionals in order to be taken seriously. He encourages researchers to pick one of two options: either trying to feed the Bigfoot community what they want, or being serious about getting answers. Overall, the video highlights the importance of being able to communicate effectively with those outside of the Bigfoot community, and the potential benefits that could come from it. It's a reminder that in order to be taken seriously and make progress in the field, it's good to be able to engage in honest discussions, build a case, and learn how to talk to skeptics and professionals. We encourage our readers to watch the video and share their thoughts in the comments. Let us know what you think about the importance of communication in the Bigfoot community and any experiences you've had engaging with skeptics or professionals in related fields. It's also worth noting that the host mentions that it's going to take people from outside the Bigfoot world to help get answers to the Bigfoot question, which is a reminder that the search for Bigfoot is not just limited to those within the community, but also open to anyone who is willing to approach it with an open mind and a willingness to learn.