Monstrum

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

Episodes

  • The Unspoken Rules of Slasher Movies: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    The Unspoken Rules of Slasher Movies

    S6 Ep11 |
    Let’s talk slasher films–their origins, their lasting impact, and why we love them so much!
  • How Bloody Mary Turns Fear Into Fun: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    How Bloody Mary Turns Fear Into Fun

    S5 Ep2 |
    Bloody Mary is less important than the ritual that summons her.
  • Is Yuki-onna the Most Terrifying Snow Monster?: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Is Yuki-onna the Most Terrifying Snow Monster?

    S5 Ep1 |
    Yuki-Onna, the icy snow maiden of Japanese lore, might steal your heart or your life.
  • Can All Monsters Be Traced Back to Tiamat?: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Can All Monsters Be Traced Back to Tiamat?

    S4 Ep15 |
    We explore Tiamat the “mother of monsters” in Mesopotamian mythology.
  • Egyptian Mummies: From Sacred Vessels to Scary Undead: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Egyptian Mummies: From Sacred Vessels to Scary Undead

    S4 Ep14 |
    We find out when and why did the Mummy become the popular movie monster.
  • The Golden Age of Movie Monsters: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    The Golden Age of Movie Monsters

    S4 Ep13 |
    These monster faces make up a distinctive brand of horror in Hollywood.
  • Tikbálang: The Filipino Nightmare Shapeshifter: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Tikbálang: The Filipino Nightmare Shapeshifter

    S4 Ep12 |
    This massive half-human, half-horse hybrid, the Filipino Tikbálang thrives on chaos.
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    Monster Plants and the Humans who Invent Them

    S4 Ep11 |
    What happens when plants themselves become conscious, and turn killers? We find out!
  • How Cthulhu Transcended its Creator, H.P. Lovecraft: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    How Cthulhu Transcended its Creator, H.P. Lovecraft

    S4 Ep10 |
    Cthulhu has impacted horror fiction and the real world in significant and unexpected ways.

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.