Monstrum — Season 1, Episode 14: Windigo: The Flesh-Eating Monster of Native American Legend

Episode synopsis

Explore the symbolic interpretations of the windigo with Dr. Zarka as she explains how this Native American legend can teach us about the spiritual beliefs and social values of the early indigenous peoples of North America.

About Monstrum

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.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1What Dragons Say About Us
• E2Rethinking Frankenstein's Monster
• E3Post-Dracula Vampires: From Anne Rice to Twilight
• E4The Original Headless Horseman
• E5Release the Kraken!
• E6The Origin of Medusa
• E7Are White Walkers Really Nordic Zombies?
• E8El Chupacabras, a Modern Mystery
• E9Godzilla and Mothra: King and Queen of the Kaiju
• E10How Chimaera Mythology Became Reality
• E11The Legend of La Llorona
• E12Golem: The Mysterious Clay Monster of Jewish Lore