# Van Meter Monster | CONFIDENTIAL

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Podcast: [ALIEN THEORISTS THEORIZING](https://stenobird.com/podcast/alien-theorists-theorizing-918781)
Published: 2026-02-24T08:00:17+00:00
Episode link: http://alientheorists.com
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## Resource

The Van Meter Monster , Iowa’s infamous Bigfoot-like cryptid first spotted in the small town of Van Meter in 1903. In this episode, Dan and Braden explore eyewitness accounts, historical newspaper reports, and the lasting mystery behind this winged creature with a glowing horn. Was it mass hysteria, folklore, or something truly unexplained? Tune in for a deep dive into one of America’s strangest unsolved cryptid encounters. Our Sponsors: * Check out Mood and use my code ALIEN for a great deal: https://mood.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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