Weirdest California Legends: Lemurians, Bigfoot & the Yucca Man | California Now Podcast

From Bigfoot in the Redwoods to UFOs in the Mojave Desert, California is full of strange stories and mysterious legends. In this episode of the California Now Podcast, new host Josh Meyers explores California’s weirdest folklore—including Mount Shasta’s Lemurians to the haunting Yucca Man. First, Meyers talks with Zach O’Brien, founder of Active NorCal, about the mystical energy of Northern California, the legend of Lemurians beneath Mount Shasta, and tales of Bigfoot and Tahoe’s own lake monster, “Tessie.” Then, the journey heads south as Meyers meets Ken Layne, host of Desert Oracle Radio, to discuss the eerie Yucca Man sightings near Joshua Tree and Giant Rock, plus real-life UFO encounters under the desert sky. What You’ll Learn: • Why Mount Shasta is considered one of America’s most mystical mountains • The origins of Lemurian and Bigfoot legends in Northern California • The truth behind the Mojave Desert’s chilling Yucca Man stories • UFO hotspots and strange energy zones in California Locations Mentioned: • Mount Shasta • Lake Tahoe • The Redwoods • Mojave Desert • Joshua Tree • Giant Rock • Integratron View the full episode show notes: https://visitcalifornia.com/podcast/weird-california-uncovering-myths-legends-and-lore-golden-state Subscribe to the California Now Podcast on your favorite podcast streaming service: https://link.cohostpodcasting.com/a97a3010-f48e-41d6-883a-b4855037ea86?d=sJdNs7PGK Timestamps: 00:00 Weird California Legends Uncovered: Lemurians, Bigfoot & the Yucca Man 02:36 Why is Mount Shasta in California so Mysterious and Mystical? 09:34 What are Lemurians? Mount Shasta's Hidden Civilization 17:44 Bigfoot in California: Sightings, Myths, and Local Legends 20:45 What is Tahoe Tessie? 26:46 What is the Yucca Man: Mojave Desert’s Mysterious Creature 34:20 UFO Sightings in the California Desert 36:49 A Real-Life UFO Encounter in the Desert 41:55 Visiting UFO Hotspots in California: Where to Go & What to See Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more California stories, travel inspiration, and tips only the locals know! ----- VISIT US! Website - https://visitcalifornia.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/visitcalifornia/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VisitCalifornia TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@visitcalifornia Threads - https://www.threads.com/@visitcalifornia X - https://twitter.com/visitca ----- Disclaimer: Please note any businesses, locations, and attractions mentioned in our YouTube videos were open at the time the video was originally published. We encourage you to confirm operating hours and statuses prior to visiting specific businesses and locations. Enjoy planning and visiting California!