141: The 1968 Canadian Humanoid Wave with Todd Purse

141: The 1968 Canadian Humanoid Wave with Todd Purse

Author: Rob Kristoffersen February 20, 2023 Duration: 1:38:01

In episode 140 we looked at a wave of UFO activity that occurred in 1967. Many reported seeing strange red lights and metallic structured craft, and other objects, but few humanoid sightings were reported. In 1968, things got a lot weirder.

Throughout Canada witnesses reported strange encounters with humanoids, including luminous men, spacesuit-clad figures, a long bearded naked figure clinging to a boulder overlooking a cemetery, and figure with an ugly face peering in through a window.

Todd Purse returns to the pod to talk about Canada's "Year of the Humanoids," the 1968 Canadian Humanoid Wave!

Sources:

The Canadian Humanoid Wave of 1968 - Paranormal Studies and Inquiry Canada

The trash podcast, Mysterious Universe, and they’re article about the 1968 humanoid wave by Brett Swancer

“UFO Chases Car” - UFO B.C.

“Light Being at Whytecliff Park” - UFO B.C.

“Victoria B.C. UFO Photographs” - UFO B.C.

APRO Bulletin Contains a UFO Report from B.C.

APRO Bulletin about a spate of sightings in Ontario

APRO Bulletin Sep-Oct 1968

Flying Saucer Review article by Gordon Creighton called “An Unprepossessing Creature Seen in Canada”

The 1968 HUMCAT

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There's a long, winding story written across our collective past that doesn't always make it into the official records. Our Strange Skies: UFOs Throughout History follows that thread, tracing the phenomenon from ancient accounts to modern-day encounters. Host Rob Kristoffersen approaches these tales not just as mysteries, but as integral parts of our cultural and historical fabric, examining how they reflect the anxieties and imaginations of their times. Each episode focuses on a specific case, era, or theme, blending documented reports with the broader lore that has grown around them. You'll hear detailed breakdowns of famous sightings, deep dives into lesser-known incidents, and thoughtful discussions on topics ranging from reported abductions to the cryptic creatures often associated with these skies. Rob's conversations with a rotating cast of researchers, historians, and fellow experts add layers of context, ensuring the narrative is grounded even when the subject matter is decidedly ungrounded. This isn't about sensationalism; it's a careful, curious exploration of why these stories persist and what they tell us about ourselves. Tune into this podcast for a thoughtful journey through the archives of the unexplained, where history meets mystery head-on.
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