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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Episode 9, Season 5<br> Was Púca the Nightmare Bunny That Inspired Donnie Darko?
The trickster Púca is an animal-spirit that was once dreaded across many lands.11:49 -
Episode 8, Season 5<br> The Hidden Origins of Nixie, the Scariest Little Mermaid
Of all the many terrifying monsters haunting the waters of the world the Nixie stands out.8:32 -
Episode 7, Season 5<br> Beyond the Supernatural Horror of the Nishi Daak Ghost
The nocturnal entity called Nishi reflects the complex nature of good vs. evil in Bengali.11:52 -
Episode 6, Season 5<br> The Untold Secrets of Pokémon’s Monster Mythology
What inspired Pokémon’s Monster Mythology?13:22 -
Episode 5, Season 5<br> Hero, Beast, or Both? The Complex Lore of the Centaur
Horses have inspired countless equine folklore, but none are quite like the centaur.13:49 -
Episode 4, Season 5<br> Are Cyborgs Really Monsters?
Advances in technology are always met with some degree of technophobia—and villainization.11:02 -
Episode 3, Season 5<br> Unicorns: Magical Icons or Violent Beasts?
A majestic, all-white horse with a spiraled horn is just one depiction of many.12:53 -
Episode 15, Season 2<br> Kasagonagá: The Cute, Kind Monster We All Need Right Now
A sky deity falling from the sky sounds bad, right? Not if it’s the Kasogonagá!6:23 -
Episode 14, Season 2<br> Pontianak: The Vampiric Ghost of Southeast Asia
The pontianak, or kuntilanak, has long been a staple of Malay horror.9:24 -
Episode 13, Season 2<br> Nuckelavee: Scotland’s Skinless Evil Monstrosity
This horse-like horror emerges from the sea bringing death and disease.7:55