
5: The Golden Spruce - John Vaillant
The phools are back in the WOODS!!! A maniac cuts down a giant yellow tree. Why...

There's no good "Night of the...". That's always gonna be a bad time. Living Dead? There's gonna be zombies. Long Knives? There's gonna be Nazis. Grizzlies? Well.. you get it.
Until the night of August 13, 1967, The grizzlies of Glacier National Park had a body count of 0. But on that night, everything changed.
This book reads like a true crime! The killer is a bear obvs, but the true criminals? The PHOOLS are once again on the case.
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Episode Summary:
In this episode, the phools explore the fascinating world of bears, their behavior, and the challenges of wildlife management in national parks. This weeks book shares insights into bear biology, historical incidents, and the importance of respecting these majestic creatures. Explore the harrowing true story of the Night of the Grizzlies, examining human error, wildlife management, and the lessons learned from tragedy. This episode delves into the events, the responses, and the broader implications for human-wildlife coexistence.