Episodes
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Krampus: Origins of the Yuletide Monster
S3 Ep15 |We look at the historical origins of Krampus in the winter festivals of the Alpine region.
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The Macabre Origins of the Grim Reaper
S3 Ep9 |This episode looks at the history of the scythe-wielding skeletal form of the Grim Reaper. - Image
Don’t Let Them In! The Urban Legends of Black-Eyed Children
S3 Ep8 |Urban legend idea that the youngest of our species are out to destroy us. - Image
Basilisk or Cockatrice? The Mysterious King of Serpents
S3 Ep7 |Find Out the Surprising truth of What the Basilisk and the Cockatrice have in Common - Image
Yara-ma-yha-who: Australia’s Regurgitating, Blood-Sucking Mo
S3 Ep6 |This vampiric creature uses its fingers and toes to suck your blood. - Image
Leprechaun: From Gold-Loving Cobbler to Cultural Icon
S3 Ep4 |The diminutive faerie folk was once more popularly known for their role as tricksters - Image
Taotie: The Mystery of Chinese Mythology’s Famous Glutton
S3 Ep3 |This influential ancient monster from Chinese mythology predates the written word. - Image
Werehyena: The Terrifying Shapeshifters of African Lore
S3 Ep2 |This monster is an animal that disguises itself in human form. - Image
Baba Yaga: The Ancient Origins of the Famous ‘Witch’
S3 Ep1 |One of the most beloved (and feared) figures in Russian and East Slavic folklore,
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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.