Can Science Explain Legendary Creatures?

Is there actual evidence for mythical creatures? This episode explores the world of cryptozoology, going to Scotland in search of monsters like the loch ness monster and sasquatch. Are these just tales, or is there real evidence?

🎙️ Things Visible and Invisible – Darren Naish

Do legendary creatures like Bigfoot or the Loch Ness Monster really exist, or are they creations of our imagination? Join us on “Things Visible and Invisible” as we dive into the world of cryptozoology with renowned paleontologist Dr. Darren Naish. Discover how folklore, human psychology, and pop culture shape our beliefs in hidden animals. Learn why some tales persist and what drives our fascination with the unknown. From Congo dinosaurs to viral Dogman stories, we separate scientific fact from fiction, revealing profound truths about ourselves—and the mysteries that endure. Subscribe and journey deeper into myths, monsters, and the human need to believe!

Hosted by Seán O’Quoi - guiding you through the seen and unseen, the known and unknowable.

00:00 Intro: What is Cryptozoology?
00:29 Is Belief in Monsters About People?
04:18 Dinosaurs in the Congo?
10:56 The Internet, Commerce, and the Spread of Cryptids
12:05 Cryptozoology: A Substitute for Religion?
13:48 Dogman & Digital Folklore
16:54 Does Science Leave Room for the Unknown?
21:27 What Unexplained Creatures Remain?
22:34 Where to Find Dr. Darren Naish & Book Recommendations
23:30 Outro: Join and Support Our Channel!

🦄What mysterious creature or phenomenon do you wish were real—and why? Share your thoughts and stories in the comments below!

📕 Guest: Darren Naish
Darren Naish is a British vertebrate paleontologist, evolutionary biologist, and science communicator. He’s authored key paleontology texts like "Dinosaur Facts and Figures" and runs the long-standing science blog Tetrapod Zoology. His book "Hunting Monsters" examines the myths and realities behind cryptozoology’s most famous creatures.

📝 Blog: Tetrapod Zoology https://tetzoo.com/
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