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#72-A Sasquatch- Legend meets Science- Jeff Meldrum part 1
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Exploring Bigfoot with Dr. Jeff Meldrum:
An Interview on 'High Strangeness' In this episode of 'High Strangeness,' host Tony interviews Dr. Jeff Meldrum, a full professor of Anatomy and Anthropology at Idaho State University and author of 'Sasquatch: Legend Meets Science.' Dr. Meldrum discusses his background, professional journey, and interest in the study of Bigfoot. He shares fascinating insights into his research on human and primate anatomy, and how his curiosity about Bigfoot evolved over the years. The episode also includes a discussion on television portrayals of Bigfoot research, particularly focusing on the show 'Expedition Bigfoot,' and questions about scientific approaches to investigating Bigfoot phenomena.
00:00 Introduction to High Strangeness
00:18 Meet Jeff Meldrum: Bigfoot Expert and Professor
01:33 Life in Idaho and Idaho State University
04:33 Jeff Meldrum's Academic Journey
12:32 Discovering Physical Anthropology
20:55 Navigating Academic Challenges
26:08 The Journey to Doctoral Success
26:32 A Childhood Fascination with Bigfoot
27:06 The Patterson-Gimlin Film's Impact
28:41 Footprints and Bipedalism
31:42 Skepticism and Evidence
33:49 Challenges in Academia
35:28 Expedition Bigfoot and Media Representation
53:07 Scientific Approach vs. Paranormal Explanations
59:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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