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Monstrum
The Original Headless Horseman (ASL)
Meet the Headless Horseman and his terrifying cousin, the Irish Dullahan.
Cyclops: The Origin Story of this Terrifying One-Eyed Giant
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.
Cyclops: The Origin Story of this Terrifying One-Eyed Giant
Season 1 Episode 16 | 11m 0s | CC
In this episode, you’ll hear all about Homer’s Polyphemus and Hesiod’s one-eyed blacksmiths, but also a little about the role paleontology has played in creating monsters. Join Dr. Zarka and special guests Kallie Moore and Blake de Pastino from Eons to learn all about the surprising fossil inspiration behind cyclopes.
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