Monstrum

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

Episodes

  • Krampus: Origins of the Yuletide Monster: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Krampus: Origins of the Yuletide Monster

    S3 Ep15 |
    We look at the historical origins of Krampus in the winter festivals of the Alpine region.
  • The Dark Origins of Hansel and Gretel: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    The Dark Origins of Hansel and Gretel

    S2 Ep2 |
    What could possibly have prompted the creation of this twisted tale?
  • Leshy: The Slavic Lord of the Forest: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Leshy: The Slavic Lord of the Forest

    S2 Ep1 |
    Learn about the surprising history of this shapeshifting creature.
  • The Wicked Feline Murder Floof, a Yule Cat Story: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    The Wicked Feline Murder Floof, a Yule Cat Story

    S1 Ep20 |
    Iceland’s murderous monster feline, the Yule Cat
  • Mothman: America's Notorious Winged Monster: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Mothman: America's Notorious Winged Monster

    S1 Ep19 |
    Mothman: America's Notorious Winged Monster
  • Manananggal: A Flying, Disembodied, Blood Sucking Nightmare: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Manananggal: A Flying, Disembodied, Blood Sucking Nightmare

    S1 Ep18 |
    One of the Phillipine’s most dangerous and bizarre aswangs.
  • Blame the Tokoloshe! South Africa’s Most Notorious Goblin: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Blame the Tokoloshe! South Africa’s Most Notorious Goblin

    S1 Ep17 |
    They cause havoc in the lives of all those unfortunate enough to encounter them.
  • Cyclops: The Origin Story of this Terrifying One-Eyed Giant: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Cyclops: The Origin Story of this Terrifying One-Eyed Giant

    S1 Ep16 |
    The cyclops has appeared in stories across the globe for thousands of years.
  • Banshee: Ireland's Screaming Harbinger of Death: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Banshee: Ireland's Screaming Harbinger of Death

    S1 Ep15 |
    You might not think a crying, screaming ghost is a good thing, but you’d be wrong.

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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.