Monstrum

Monstrum takes a closer look at monsters, myths, and legends.

Episodes

  • Kasagonagá: The Cute, Kind Monster We All Need Right Now: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Kasagonagá: The Cute, Kind Monster We All Need Right Now

    S2 Ep18 |
    A sky deity falling from the sky sounds bad, right? Not if it’s the Kasogonagá!
  • Pontianak: The Vampiric Ghost of Southeast Asia: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Pontianak: The Vampiric Ghost of Southeast Asia

    S2 Ep17 |
    The pontianak, or kuntilanak, has long been a staple of Malay horror.
  • Nuckelavee: Scotland’s Skinless Evil Monstrosity: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Nuckelavee: Scotland’s Skinless Evil Monstrosity

    S2 Ep16 |
    This horse-like horror emerges from the sea bringing death and disease.
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    Modern Zombies: The Rebirth of the Undead

    S2 Ep15 |
    In the final episode of our three-part series, we bring us to the 21st-century zombie.
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    Why George Romero Changed Zombies Forever

    S2 Ep14 |
    In this second episode of our special series, we move from the zombi to the Romero zombie.
  • How Gargoyles Became Monsters: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    How Gargoyles Became Monsters

    S2 Ep12 |
    Do you know where they originated from?
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    The Original Urban Legend: Spring-Heeled Jack

    S2 Ep11 |
    Spring-heeled Jack became both a terrifying boogeyman and an avenging hero.
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    Unlocking the Mystery of Loch Ness

    S2 Ep10 |
    Find out what theories have been disproven—and what questions are still unanswered.
  • The Origins of the Zombie, from Haiti to the U.S.: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    The Origins of the Zombie, from Haiti to the U.S.

    S2 Ep13 |
    The first episode of our three-part special series on the complex history of the zombie.

Specials

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    Exhumed: A History of Zombies

    Deconstruct some of the most significant moments in zombie pop culture.

About Monstrum

The world is full of monsters, myths, and legends and Monstrum isn’t afraid to take a closer look. The show, hosted by Emily Zarka, Ph.D., takes us on a journey to discover a new monster for each new episode. Monstrum looks at humans unique drive to create and shape monster mythology through oral storytelling, literature and film.

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