Skeptoid #1042: On the Trail of the Rougarou

About this episode

The episode explores the legend of the rougarou, a cryptid from Cajun folklore, tracing its history from France to Louisiana.

From 17th century France to Nova Scotia and all the way to the bayous of Louisiana, one particular cryptid has had a far longer run than most. The rougarou is said to be the werewolf of the swamps, stepping out of Cajun folklore and into your nightmares. Where can we find the rougarou, and what role will it fill for centuries to come? Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

People in this episode

Host: Brian Dunning

Topics covered

• cryptids
• Cajun folklore
• werewolves
• Louisiana
• mythology

Keywords

• rougarou
• cryptid
• Cajun folklore
• werewolf
• Louisiana
• mythology
• 17th century

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: rougarou

Places: France, Nova Scotia, Louisiana

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