Symposium of the Strange is a speaker/discussion series featuring authors and researchers in the fields of: Cryptozoology, Paranormal Research, Parapsychological Research, UFO/UAP Research, Fortean & Esoteric Studies and more....
Our Founders:
Ryan Edwards ~ Cryptozoologist
Ryan Edwards is a cryptozoologist and author born and raised in San Antonio Texas. As a child, Ryan was a fan of the natural world, paleontology and mysteries. These lead him straight into the arms of cryptozoology. At a young age Ryan Edwards fell in love with cryptozoology because it demonstrates that there are still mysteries out there in our natural world. He has spent over ten years researching the menagerie of unrecognized species seen across the world. At the age of 20 Ryan Edwards was able to get his first book Cryptids of The World published. Now Ryan Edwards spends his time traveling around Texas and the American south lecturing and educating others about this science. Ryan Edwards’ goal isn’t to force others to believe in these creatures but to educate them and for them to come to their own conclusions. In the world of cryptozoology there has to be a marriage of both science and superstition, a mix of the logical and the illogical. Â
Christopher Jordan ~ Curious Events/Curious Realm/Curious Research
Christopher is the host of the Curious Realm, a podcast that explores interesting and unusual topics related to science, technology, history and culture. Christopher creates informative and entertaining episodes that delve into various topics such as ancient civilizations, conspiracy theories, and futuristic technologies, interviewing experts, and exploring these topics in greater depth. Known for his engaging presentation style, making complex topics accessible to a wide and ranging audience. A live audio/video engineer for over 20 years, Christopher is the owner of Curious Events, providing audio and video production, vendors and promotional sponsors to esoteric, paranormal, and cryptid conferences, as well as HC Productions in Austin, TX providing audio/video technicians for corporate events, audio/video editing and custom content creation. Â
Rod Nichols ~ Bexar County Bigfoot
Rod Nichols is a San Antonio based researcher and creator of Bexar County Bigfoot. He has been investigating strange activity in Texas with a focus on San Antonio for more than 6 years, and in that time has come across a variety of interesting finds. Footprints measuring 14-16 inches in length, elaborate wood structures in isolated areas, and unidentifiable strange noises in the middle of the night. Rod has documented his discoveries through photograph and video, and his evidence is available to view online by anyone. He currently continues to research the San Antonio area as well as the surrounding areas in search of evidence and of course the elusive creature known as Bigfoot.