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Fire Cat or Fire Cart? The History of Japan’s Kasha
The Kasha drags the bodies of the dead to the underworld for a life of damnation.
Krampus: Origins of the Yuletide Monster
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.
Krampus: Origins of the Yuletide Monster
Season 3 Episode 15 | 8m 38s | CC
You better watch out, you better not cry, and you certainly must behave—or else face the brutal beating of the Krampus. Why does this demonic, horned Yuletide monster exist? This episode looks at the historical origins of Krampus in the winter festivals of the Alpine region, challenging the false claim that this monster came from pagan tradition, and traces its renewed popularity across the globe.
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