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.
Episodes
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What Dragons Say About Us (ASL)
The mythological origins of iconic dragons from Game of Thrones and The Hobbit.6:40 -
Frankenstein is More Horrific Than You Might Think (ASL)
Rethinking the characterization of Frankenstein's Monster as more sympathetic and soulful.6:04 -
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The Original Headless Horseman (ASL)
Meet the Headless Horseman and his terrifying cousin, the Irish Dullahan.5:51 -
Release the Kraken! (ASL)
Legend has it this monster could take down ships and create whirlpools.6:07 -
Medusa: Victim or Villain? (ASL)
Medusa has inspired art for centuries, whether as a symbol of protection or a monster.5:44 -
Are White Walkers Really Nordic Zombies? (ASL)
What do the Sagas of the Icelanders and Game of Thrones have in common?6:12 -
El Chupacabras, a Modern Mystery (ASL)
Did you know there are two different types of chupacabras?6:27 -
The Legend of La Llorona (ASL)
The legend of La Llorona, the “weeping woman,” has terrified generations.5:33 -
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Martians! How Aliens Invaded Earth (ASL)
The stories of Martians have changed throughout time. Find out how aliens invaded Earth!7:59 -
Windigo: The Flesh-Eating Monster of Native American Legend (ASL)
Explore the symbolic interpretations of the windigo.8:32 -
Cyclops: The Origin Story of this Terrifying One-Eyed Giant (ASL)
They cause havoc in the lives of all those unfortunate enough to encounter them.10:59 -
Blame the Tokoloshe! South Africa’s Most Notorious Goblin (ASL)
They cause havoc in the lives of all those unfortunate enough to encounter them.6:24 -
The Wicked Feline Murder Floof, a Yule Cat Story (ASL)
Iceland’s murderous monster feline, the Yule Cat9:53 -
Manananggal: The Flying, Disembodied, Blood Sucking Nightmare (ASL)
One of the Phillipine’s most dangerous and bizarre aswangs.9:15 -
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The Wicked Feline Murder Floof, a Yule Cat Story
Iceland’s murderous monster feline, the Yule Cat9:51 -
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Manananggal: A Flying, Disembodied, Blood Sucking Nightmare
One of the Phillipine’s most dangerous and bizarre aswangs.9:15 -
Blame the Tokoloshe! South Africa’s Most Notorious Goblin
They cause havoc in the lives of all those unfortunate enough to encounter them.6:25 -
Cyclops: The Origin Story of this Terrifying One-Eyed Giant
The cyclops has appeared in stories across the globe for thousands of years.11:00 -
Banshee: Ireland's Screaming Harbinger of Death
You might not think a crying, screaming ghost is a good thing, but you’d be wrong.6:40 -
Windigo: The Flesh-Eating Monster of Native American Legend
Explore the symbolic interpretations of the windigo.8:25 -
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Golem: The Mysterious Clay Monster of Jewish Lore
Golem: The Mysterious Clay Monster of Jewish Lore6:16 -
The Legend of La Llorona
The legend of La Llorona, the “weeping woman,” has terrified generations.5:34 -
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Godzilla and Mothra: King and Queen of the Kaiju
Godzilla is one of the most recognizable monsters in film, and he should be.7:20 -
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Are White Walkers Really Nordic Zombies?
What do the Sagas of the Icelanders and Game of Thrones have in common?6:10 -
The Origin of Medusa
Medusa has inspired art for centuries, whether as a symbol of protection or a monster.5:45 -
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The Original Headless Horseman
Meet the Headless Horseman and his terrifying cousin, the Irish Dullahan.5:51 -
Post-Dracula Vampires: From Anne Rice to Twilight
Post-Dracula Vampires: From Anne Rice to Twilight8:09 -
Rethinking Frankenstein's Monster
Rethinking the characterization of Frankenstein's Monster as more sympathetic and soulful.5:57 -
What Dragons Say About Us
The mythological origins of iconic dragons from Game of Thrones and The Hobbit.6:04
