Monstrum

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

Episodes

  • Why Did Changelings Terrorize the Victorian Age?: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Why Did Changelings Terrorize the Victorian Age?

    S6 Ep14 |
    Let’s talk about the eerie and unsettling legend of changelings.
  • The Origin of Medusa: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    The Origin of Medusa

    S1 Ep18 |
    Medusa has inspired art for centuries, whether as a symbol of protection or a monster.
  • Cyclops: The Origin Story of this Terrifying One-Eyed Giant (ASL): asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Cyclops: The Origin Story of this Terrifying One-Eyed Giant (ASL)

    S1 Ep25 |
    They cause havoc in the lives of all those unfortunate enough to encounter them.
  • Blame the Tokoloshe! South Africa’s Most Notorious Goblin (ASL): asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Blame the Tokoloshe! South Africa’s Most Notorious Goblin (ASL)

    S1 Ep24 |
    They cause havoc in the lives of all those unfortunate enough to encounter them.
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    Blame the Tokoloshe! South Africa’s Most Notorious Goblin

    S1 Ep17 |
    They cause havoc in the lives of all those unfortunate enough to encounter them.
  • Cyclops: The Origin Story of this Terrifying One-Eyed Giant: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Cyclops: The Origin Story of this Terrifying One-Eyed Giant

    S1 Ep16 |
    The cyclops has appeared in stories across the globe for thousands of years.
  • Frankenstein is More Horrific Than You Might Think (ASL): asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Frankenstein is More Horrific Than You Might Think (ASL)

    S1 Ep37 |
    Rethinking the characterization of Frankenstein's Monster as more sympathetic and soulful.
  • Mothman: America's Notorious Winged Monster (ASL): asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Mothman: America's Notorious Winged Monster (ASL)

    S1 Ep21 |
    Mothman: America's Notorious Winged Monster
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    Mothman: America's Notorious Winged Monster

    S1 Ep14 |
    Mothman: America's Notorious Winged Monster

Specials

  • The Werewolf’s Modern Metamorphosis: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    The Werewolf’s Modern Metamorphosis

    S3 Ep17 |
    This episode will help you understand why the popularity of the werewolf continues to grow

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.