Monstrum

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

Episodes

  • Why Did Changelings Terrorize the Victorian Age?: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Why Did Changelings Terrorize the Victorian Age?

    S6 Ep14 |
    Let’s talk about the eerie and unsettling legend of changelings.
  • The Crazed Hunt for the Himalayan Yeti: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    The Crazed Hunt for the Himalayan Yeti

    S2 Ep3 |
    Does this snow monster really exist?
  • 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?
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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 (ASL): asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    The Wicked Feline Murder Floof, a Yule Cat Story (ASL)

    S1 Ep23 |
    Iceland’s murderous monster feline, the Yule Cat
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    The Wicked Feline Murder Floof, a Yule Cat Story

    S1 Ep20 |
    Iceland’s murderous monster feline, the Yule Cat
  • Manananggal: The Flying, Disembodied, Blood Sucking Nightmare (ASL): asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Manananggal: The Flying, Disembodied, Blood Sucking Nightmare (ASL)

    S1 Ep22 |
    One of the Phillipine’s most dangerous and bizarre aswangs.
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    Manananggal: A Flying, Disembodied, Blood Sucking Nightmare

    S1 Ep19 |
    One of the Phillipine’s most dangerous and bizarre aswangs.
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    Medusa: Victim or Villain? (ASL)

    S1 Ep33 |
    Medusa has inspired art for centuries, whether as a symbol of protection or a monster.

Specials

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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.