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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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Are White Walkers Really Nordic Zombies? (ASL)
6:12
What do the Sagas of the Icelanders and Game of Thrones have in common?
El Chupacabras, a Modern Mystery (ASL)
6:27
Did you know there are two different types of chupacabras?
The Legend of La Llorona (ASL)
5:33
The legend of La Llorona, the “weeping woman,” has terrified generations.
Golem: The Mysterious Clay Monster of Jewish Lore (ASL)
6:15
How did Golem become so influential?
Martians! How Aliens Invaded Earth (ASL)
7:59
The stories of Martians have changed throughout time. Find out how aliens invaded Earth!
Windigo: The Flesh-Eating Monster of Native American Legend  (ASL)
8:32
Explore the symbolic interpretations of the windigo.
Cyclops: The Origin Story of this Terrifying One-Eyed Giant  (ASL)
10:59
They cause havoc in the lives of all those unfortunate enough to encounter them.
Blame the Tokoloshe! South Africa’s Most Notorious Goblin (ASL)
6:24
They cause havoc in the lives of all those unfortunate enough to encounter them.
The Wicked Feline Murder Floof, a Yule Cat Story (ASL)
9:53
Iceland’s murderous monster feline, the Yule Cat
Manananggal: The Flying, Disembodied, Blood Sucking Nightmare (ASL)
9:15
One of the Phillipine’s most dangerous and bizarre aswangs.
Mothman: America's Notorious Winged Monster (ASL)
22:23
Mothman: America's Notorious Winged Monster
The Wicked Feline Murder Floof, a Yule Cat Story
9:51
Iceland’s murderous monster feline, the Yule Cat
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