Monstrum

2022

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.

Where to Watch 2022

15 Episodes

The Enchanting Fairies of Celtic Lore
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The Enchanting Fairies of Celtic LoreEpisode 1
Adze: the Shapeshifting Firefly from West Africa
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Adze: the Shapeshifting Firefly from West AfricaEpisode 2
Why the Dragon is Central to Chinese Culture
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Why the Dragon is Central to Chinese CultureEpisode 3
Have Humans Always Feared Sharks?
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Have Humans Always Feared Sharks?Episode 4
Why Has the Majestic Griffin Been Forgotten?
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Why Has the Majestic Griffin Been Forgotten?Episode 5
Mapinguari: Fearsome Beast and Protector of the Amazon
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Mapinguari: Fearsome Beast and Protector of the AmazonEpisode 6
Alien Abduction and UFOs: Why Are Grays So Common?
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Alien Abduction and UFOs: Why Are Grays So Common?Episode 7
What Hellhounds Reveal about Humans' Oldest Companion
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What Hellhounds Reveal about Humans' Oldest CompanionEpisode 8
Is Siren Head the Ultimate Modern Monster?
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Is Siren Head the Ultimate Modern Monster?Episode 9
How Cthulhu Transcended its Creator, H.P. Lovecraft
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How Cthulhu Transcended its Creator, H.P. LovecraftEpisode 10
Monster Plants and the Humans who Invent Them
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Monster Plants and the Humans who Invent ThemEpisode 11
Tikbálang: The Filipino Nightmare Shapeshifter
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Tikbálang: The Filipino Nightmare ShapeshifterEpisode 12
The Golden Age of Movie Monsters
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The Golden Age of Movie MonstersEpisode 13
Egyptian Mummies: From Sacred Vessels to Scary Undead
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Egyptian Mummies: From Sacred Vessels to Scary UndeadEpisode 14
Can All Monsters Be Traced Back to Tiamat?
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Can All Monsters Be Traced Back to Tiamat?Episode 15