BoA Revival - Ep 106 - Loren Coleman

·1 hr 30 min·5 clips

Tim Binnall discovers a Dover Demon exhibit at his local museum, prompting a rare deep dive with cryptozoologist Loren Coleman.

Tim Binnall opens the episode by sharing his personal visit to a Dover Demon exhibit at the Dover Historical Society's Samhain Museum, which inspired this deep dive. He introduces Loren Coleman, the cryptozoologist central to the case. Coleman describes his move to Massachusetts in 1975 and how he first learned of the Dover Demon in April 1977 through a drawing at the Dover Country Store. He details the three key sightings: Bill Bartlett's initial encounter, John Baxter's prolonged observation, and the third sighting by Abby and Will. Coleman explains his investigation process, involving interviews with witnesses, parents, police, and teachers, emphasizing the credibility of the teens. He discusses the media coverage that followed, including articles in the Boston Globe and alternative newspapers. Coleman reveals he coined the name 'Dover Demon' and reflects on its global cultural impact, from figurines to T-shirts. The conversation touches on skeptical theories, such as the 'demon moose' idea, which Coleman debunks. Binnall and Coleman explore the historical society's initial reluctance and recent acceptance of the case. The episode shifts to broader cryptozoology topics, including the passing of Jeff Meldrum and other figures in 2025. Coleman mentions his Cryptozoologist of the Year award and notable books like 'The Secret World of the Denisovans.' They discuss the Thunderbird photo mystery and the resurgence of Bigfoot interest. Coleman updates on the International Cryptozoology Museum's move to Bangor, targeting an April 1st opening. The episode closes with personal anecdotes, including a first-pitch experience at a baseball game.

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A museum exhibit opens into a patient, local-history dive into the Dover Demon.

BOA The Revival opens with a Dover Demon detour that starts at a museum exhibit and widens into a look back at the creature's history. The episode moves from the Dover Historical Society's Samhain Museum, where Elizabeth Fallon assembled the display, into older sightings, the…

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