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Monstrum
Welcome to 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 in each new episode. Monstrum looks at humans unique drive to create and shape monster mythology through oral storytelling, literature, and film and digs deep into the history of those mythologies.
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What do the Sagas of the Icelanders and Game of Thrones have in common?
5:33
The legend of La Llorona, the “weeping woman,” has terrified generations.
7:59
The stories of Martians have changed throughout time. Find out how aliens invaded Earth!
8:32
Explore the symbolic interpretations of the windigo.
10:59
They cause havoc in the lives of all those unfortunate enough to encounter them.
6:24
They cause havoc in the lives of all those unfortunate enough to encounter them.
9:53
Iceland’s murderous monster feline, the Yule Cat
9:15
One of the Phillipine’s most dangerous and bizarre aswangs.