The origins of the modern concept of the mummy as a monster in popular culture remain shrouded in mystery, but it's clear that the ancient practice of mummification played a significant role in shaping our fascination with these bandaged beings.
1. The Enchanting Fairies of Celtic Lore
Aired: Feb 8, 2022The origins of Celtic fairies can be traced back to the ancient Tuatha Dé Dan...
2. Adze: the Shapeshifting Firefly from West Africa
Aired: Mar 1, 2022In the next episode, the enchanting firefly takes on a darker meaning as we d...
3. Why the Dragon is Central to Chinese Culture
Aired: Mar 22, 2022Unveiling the mystique of the Chinese dragon, a legendary creature that has d...
4. Have Humans Always Feared Sharks?
Aired: Apr 12, 2022The widespread fear of Sharks stems from their rarity of attacks on humans, d...
5. Why Has the Majestic Griffin Been Forgotten?
Aired: May 3, 2022The Griffin's enduring presence on coats of arms and rooftops belies its myst...
6. Mapinguari: Fearsome Beast and Protector of the Amazon
Aired: Jun 2, 2022A legendary creature, the Mapinguari, haunts the depths of the Amazon rainfor...
7. Alien Abduction and UFOs: Why Are Grays So Common?
Aired: Jun 16, 2022The origins of the Grey Aliens, characterized by their distinctive physical f...
8. What Hellhounds Reveal about Humans' Oldest Companion
Aired: Jul 6, 2022The concept of Hellhounds, mythical canine guardians of the underworld, has a...
9. Is Siren Head the Ultimate Modern Monster?
Aired: Aug 9, 2022The mysterious Siren Head, a 40-foot wooden humanoid figure, travels through ...
10. How Cthulhu Transcended its Creator, H.P. Lovecraft
Aired: Aug 23, 2022
11. Monster Plants and the Humans who Invent Them
Aired: Sep 13, 2022As plants awaken to consciousness, they begin to wreak havoc on humanity, exp...
12. Tikbálang: The Filipino Nightmare Shapeshifter
Aired: Oct 4, 2022The Philippines is haunted by a malevolent spirit that can take on physical f...
13. The Golden Age of Movie Monsters
Aired: Nov 1, 2022The next episode delves into the fascinating world of iconic monsters, explor...
14. Egyptian Mummies: From Sacred Vessels to Scary Undead
Aired: Nov 16, 2022The origins of the modern concept of the mummy as a monster in popular cultur...
15. Can All Monsters Be Traced Back to Tiamat?
Aired: Dec 13, 2022In Mesopotamian mythology, Tiamat is referred to as the "mother of monsters",...
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