Monstress

It's October, and the spooky season is finally upon us! Get into the "spirit" with one of the most famous and feared ghosts of Japan and her alleged curse that many still fear to this day. If you like this episode or are a fan of the show in general, consider throwing us a tip at https://ko-fi.com/monstresspod so we can keep doing what we do best! For more information on breast cance...

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Celebrate with one of the most horrifying spirits of Latin America who might make you hold your horses the next time you think to offer a beautiful hitchhiking damsel in distress a ride! To learn more about the struggles currently faced by Hispanic and Latino immigrants and their families in the United States and see how you can help, please visit: https://unidosus.o...

She's the world's most prolific female serial killer, and one of the most famous alleged vampires who may have even inspired the story of Count Dracula himself. But sometimes, the truth is even more terrifying than fiction, and the truth behind the legend of the Blood Countess is certainly no exception! Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of torture and mutilation and there...

You may have heard of witches in Salem, Massachusetts, but have you heard about the witch who supposedly cursed an entire town in Maryland just a few years after the infamous trials? Who some say still haunts the area, bringing about everything from car accidents to lightning strikes to severe illness? This witch will teach you a lesson about being neighborly! Music Credits: "Season of the Wi...

Eistedfodd Hapus! Celebrate the Welsh language and culture with this very special episode about an ancient and terrifying harbinger of death. In a Monstress first, I'm joined by special guest Owen Staton; a professional storyteller and Welsh speaker who discusses the country's unique folklore and oral traditions, shares a story of his own about this episode's monstress, and even teache...

The World Cup is over, and while Scotland may not have won, they showed they know how to have fun! Just like the deadly fairy women of the Scottish Highlands, who's thirst for blood and dancing matches the Scottish football fans' thirst for cold beer and a good time. No Scotland, no party as they say! Music Credits: "Loch Lomond" performed by Runrig. Traditional Scottish arrangem...

Sometimes the scariest monsters are the real ones, and this sadistic socialite of colonial New Orleans, Louisiana is as real as it gets. Stories like hers are part of why this city became known as one of America's most haunted! Also apologies if the music sounds slightly lower quality on this episode than more recent ones. Due to issues with my laptop speakers, I had to use a separate recordin...

You may not know her name (unless you’re a fan of strange Australian animals) but you’ll definitely know at least one if not more of her beastly children. Meet the ultimate matriarch of monsters, who’s many abominable children were the bane of the ancient Greco-Roman world and are today still some of the most recognizable creatures of mythology. Music: "Bohemian Rhapsody" - Queen "L...

You may not know her name (unless you’re a fan of strange Australian animals) but you’ll definitely know at least one if not more of her beastly children. Meet the ultimate matriarch of monsters, who’s many abominable children were the bane of the ancient Greco-Roman world and are today still some of the most recognizable creatures of mythology. Music Credits: "Lady Madonna" performed by...

A beauty, a countess, a rebel, and a sorceress; she's got it all...including your life or sanity if you're not careful! This "genie" definitely isn't here to grant your wishes! Music: "Lalla Aicha 1" - Asmaa Hamzaoui, Bnat Timbouktou "Nour El Ain" - Amr Diab

Who doesn't love filling up on local cuisine while on vacation, especially in an island paradise? Giant cocktails, sweet exotic fruits, live centipedes, human souls... This Polynesian goddess of death is one you definitely don't want to join for dinner! Also, new and improved website has officially launched! Check it out here along with socials below: https://monstress.supapass.io/ Faceboo...

Who doesn't love filling up on local cuisine while on vacation, especially in an island paradise? Giant cocktails, sweet exotic fruits, live centipedes, human souls... This Polynesian goddess of death is one you definitely don't want to join for dinner! Also, new and improved website has officially launched! Check it out here along with socials below: https://monstress.supapass.io/ Faceboo...

Feliz Cinco de Mayo! Celebrate Mexican and greater Latin American culture and heritage with one of the most famous spirits of grief and loss. To learn more about the struggles currently faced by Latinx immigrants and their families in the United States right now, please visit: https://unidosus.org/issues/immigration/ Today is also the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous W...

Batten down the hatches because a storm's a-brewin'! This demonic weather witch of the Balkans will blow you away! Also, as a result of demand, I'll now be releasing two episodes more frequently; approximately every two weeks. Be prepared for more fiendish female fun! Music Credits: "Boj na Kosovu" performed by Nikola Urošević Gedža. Written by Milutin Popović Zahar. From the...

Batten down the hatches because a storm's a-brewin'! This demonic weather witch of the Balkans will blow you away! Also, as a result of demand, I'll now be releasing two episodes more frequently; approximately every two weeks. Be prepared for more fiendish female fun! Music: "Boj na Kosovu" (Battle of Kosovo) - Nikola Urošević Gedža "Gimme Shelter" - The Rolling Sto...

During the springtime season of rebirth and new life, meet the monstress who specifically preys on this new life and the unborn. A vile, revolting creature of Filipino folklore who really SUCKS! I'd advise against eating while listening... Also, finally managed to get better sound quality for the musical inserts, hooray! Warning: This episode discusses miscarraige and therefore, may be trigger...

During the springtime season of rebirth and new life, meet the monstress who specifically preys on this new life and the unborn. A vile, revolting creature of Filipino folklore who really SUCKS! I'd advise against eating while listening... Also, finally managed to get better sound quality for the musical inserts, hooray! Music: Black Eyed Pease - "The APL Song" BINI - "Pantropik...

Happy St. Patrick's (Paddy's) Day! While many may know about the saint himself, far less know about the great Mother of Demons that he defeated in order to gain his fame and what she symbolized when it came to one of the most radical cultural changes in Ireland's history. Music: "Siulil a Run" - Celtic Woman "Ireland's Call" - Celtic Thunder

Happy St. Patrick's (Paddy's) Day! While many may know about the saint himself, far less know about the great Mother of Demons that he defeated in order to gain his fame and what she symbolized when it came to one of the most radical cultural changes in Ireland's history. Music Credits: "Siúil a Rún" performed by Celtic Woman. Traditional arrangement by David Downes. From the...

Happy belated Valentine's Day, but more importantly, happy Black History Month! Celebrate by learning the story of one of the fiercest African queens and her female-dominated empire; a queen who, literally, slayed...a lot! Music: "Run the World (Girls)" - Beyonce "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" - Shakira

Now that the holiday season has officially come to a close, we take a look at a far less than jolly figure of Icelandic Christmas traditions, along with her thirteen devious offspring and demonic man-eating pet. Music: "Little Talks" - Of Monsters and Men "I'll Build You a Fire" - Seabear

Now that the holiday season has officially come to a close, we take a look at a far less than jolly figure of Icelandic Christmas traditions, along with her thirteen devious offspring and demonic man-eating pet. Music Credits: "Little Talks" performed by Of Monsters and Men. Written by Nanna Bryndís Hilmarsdóttir and Ragnar Þórhallsson. From the album 'My Head Is an Animal' (Univ...

As we enter into the snowy winter months, we take a look at a sinister snow queen of Japan that long pre-dates that of Hans Christian Andersen. Thankfully my microphone equipment is now fully up and running so the sound quality should be a lot better than the first episode, though I'm still working out some kinks. Thanks so much for baring with me! Music: "Haru no Katami" - Chitose H...

Pilot episode discussing a being of Dominican folklore called the Ciguapa. Please excuse audio quality as I'm currently still working on things with my microphone and equipment but I wanted to get the episode out by the end of the month. The audio should be at full quality by the next episode. Music: "Similau" (See-me-lo) - Peggy Lee" "Albeborael Guayahona Estarei" - I...