Episode 21: The Beast (THE BEAST OF BRAY ROAD)
Mystery Category: Cryptids / Lycanthropy
The Story: Elkhorn, Wisconsin, is the home of the Beast of Bray Road. We investigate the 1980s sightings of a wolf-like creature that walked on two legs and the panic it sparked in a rural community.
The residents of small-town Elkhorn, Wisconsin, have a very hairy problem. When a local reporter stumbles across rumors of a strange creature feasting on roadkill, her interest is piqued—but soon, Beast fever grips the town, and everyone—possibly even the Beast itself—wants in on the action.
Written and Hosted by Laurah Norton
Researched by Bryan Worters with additional research by Laurah Norton
Engineered, Edited, Scored, and Produced by Maura Currie
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