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Monstrum · S3E4 — Leprechaun: From Gold-Loving Cobbler to Cultural Icon
Season 3 episodes
1. Baba Yaga: The Ancient Origins of the Famous ‘Witch’Jan 14, 2021
2. Werehyena: The Terrifying Shapeshifters of African LoreFeb 3, 2021
3. Taotie: The Mystery of Chinese Mythology’s Famous GluttonMar 3, 2021
4. Leprechaun: From Gold-Loving Cobbler to Cultural IconMar 16, 2021
5. Will-o’-the-Wisp: Monstrous Flame or Scientific Phenomenon?Apr 7, 2021
6. Yara-ma-yha-who: Australia’s Regurgitating, Blood-Sucking MoApr 8, 2021
7. Basilisk or Cockatrice? The Mysterious King of SerpentsMay 19, 2021
8. Don’t Let Them In! The Urban Legends of Black-Eyed ChildrenJun 23, 2021
9. The Macabre Origins of the Grim ReaperJul 1, 2021
10. El Silbón: The Deadly Whistler of the South American GrasslandsJul 21, 2021
11. Fire Cat or Fire Cart? The History of Japan’s KashaAug 11, 2021
12. Death Worms: Fact or Fiction?Sep 29, 2021
13. The Killer Origins of the WerewolfOct 21, 2021
14. The Werewolf’s Modern MetamorphosisOct 28, 2021
15. Trolls: Scandinavia’s Malevolent, Magical OutcastsNov 10, 2021
16. Monster Bugs, Attack! The Origins of ‘Big Bug’ Science FictionNov 23, 2021
17. Krampus: Origins of the Yuletide MonsterDec 15, 2021Synopsis
Leprechauns are associated with St. Patrick’s Day and Irish culture, but do you know why? The jovial, red-haired little man dressed in green standing next to a pot of gold is a modern invention—the diminutive faerie folk was once more popularly known for their role as tricksters and expert cobblers. In this episode, you’ll learn how ancient Irish mythology, Irish immigration, and some crafty marketing resulted in one of our most recognizable folkloric figures.
