History Goes Bump: Ghost Tours For The Mind · Diane Student

Ep. 610 - Legends of Feathered Terrors

·40 min·3 clips
A 10-year-old boy was carried 30 feet by a giant bird while playing outside, witnessed by his mother.
This episode explores legends and sightings of giant, terrifying birds, from historical accounts like Thunderbirds in Native American lore to modern encounters with massive avian cryptids. Hosts Diane and Kelly discuss creepy stories, including bird attacks, mysterious sightings, and personal anecdotes, blending education with supernatural intrigue.

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Big birds, old reports, and just enough skepticism to keep the story grounded.

Legends of feathered terrors turns a small fear into a brisk tour through bird attacks, local lore, and the habit of trying to explain what should not be there. Diane and Kelly keep it moving, shifting from newspaper accounts to odd sightings without losing the thread.

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Press play for feathered terrors and giant-bird legends, told with jokes, skepticism, and a little shiver.

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