Friday Feb 27, 2026
S11 E3 - F-Bomb - The Smeet Frog of Ypisilanti
The Smeet Frog of Ypsilanti explores one of Michigan’s strangest local legends — a mysterious creature said to lurk along the shadowed bends of the Huron River. Blending folklore, regional storytelling, and eerie atmosphere, this episode of F-Bomb dives into how myths take root, why strange sightings persist, and what happens when community storytelling turns something small into something unforgettable.
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Hosted and produced by Tracy Preston
Story written and researched by Todd Preston
Original artwork by Todd Preston
Original music created exclusively for F-bomb by Tracy Preston
Ypsilanti District Library — “Smeet” Ypsi’s Local Legend
A community page from YDL about the Smeet Frog and associated programs.
Ann Arbor District Library — Smeet Frog (Ypsilanti Gleanings archive)
Photo/description of the Smeet Frog as part of local history.
Ann Arbor District Library — The Smeet Frog Marker
Details about the “Smeet Frog” marker on the tridge near Frog Island.
LocalWiki — Smeet Frog Conspiracy
Entry on the plaque, myth, and link to an old site.
Ypsilanti Historical Society Publications — Spring 2014 PDF
Archived GLS magazine article with early marker lore and historical context.
Vocal.media — Ypsilanti’s Smeet Frog cryptid overview
A general article mentioning the Smeet Frog as local cryptid.
Fan wiki entry summarizing the fictional biology and lore.
Reddit – Homemade Smeet Frog / community posts
Example of community discussion and affection for the Smeet Frog.
Reddit – Smeet Frog myth explained and old plaque discussion
User talk about the plaque on the tridge and local lore.
Reddit – Smeet Fest event at the library
Snapshot of the Smeet Frog festival at YDL.
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