Episodi

  • 100. A Paranormal Theory of Everything
    Oct 26 2026

    We made it! Episode 100! Friends of MLT Bone and Charlie join Jeremy & MOZ as we discuss the progress of the Paranormal Theory of Everything being crafted by Jeremy & MOZ from the beginning; the underlying plot of all of the previous 99 episodes of Monster Lore Tour. What wisdom awaits these weary travelers of the weird? What answers await those bold enough to press that play button and join us on this deepest of dives into the fringes of the darkness of the unknown reaches of human experiences? only one way to find out. And plenty of silly jokes! Strap in and let's go!

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    1 ora e 1 min
  • 99. Gold & Ghosts of Downtown Flagstaff
    Oct 21 2026

    Join us as we welcome What the Hell Michelle (Freaky Foot Tours), Nice Mike Williams (Masters of Brewtality), and Ubiquitous Nick Clark (Uptown Pubhouse), to discuss their recent adventures in ghostly treasure hunting and stumbling upon our newest ghost downtown. Hold on tight, this one is gonna get weird. Only in Flagstaff!

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    1 ora e 2 min
  • 98. Gilligan's Island Mysteries Solved!!!
    Oct 20 2026

    Is Gilligan the Devil, Yama, or something entirely different? MOZ is convinced he has solved the essence of the Gilligan Island Mysteries, once and for all. And if he is correct in his assertions, there are profound implications for this universe as well as reality itself. Has MOZ inadvertently cracked the code into the meaning of life itself, or has he been locked in the MOZoleum for far too long? Find out on this week's episode of Monster Lore Tour!

    Primary sources Heinrich Zimmer, Philosophies of India , Bollingen Series, Princeton, NJ ' Heinrich Zimmer, Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization, Bollingen Library, Princeton, NJ Carl Jung, Archetypes of the Collective Unconscious, Bollingen Series, Princeton, NJ Other: Six Spoked Wheel: Joseph Campbell, Masks of God: Occidental Mythology, Penguin Books, p10 Uroboros: Joseph Campbell, Masks of God: Creative Mythology, Penguin Books, p416 The Island as Symbol: Marie Luise von Franz, Fairy Tales, p89

    tags

    Gilligan's Island, Sherwood Schwartz, the Devil, Yama, Indian philosophy, yoga, siddhis, Rhyme of the Ancient Mariner, Heinrich Zimmer

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    1 ora e 51 min
  • 95. Trickster-Monster Complex Part 3 - The First One
    Jul 15 2026

    In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of tricksters, ghosts, and liminal spaces, delving into myth, paranormal phenomena, and personal stories that challenge our understanding of reality. Join us for a deep dive into archetypes, chaos, and the hidden energies that shape our lives.

    References:

    Primary Sources

    Hansen, George P. (2001), The Trickster and the Paranormal , Xlibris corp.

    Hyde, Lewis (1997). Trickster Makes this World: Mischief. Myth, and Art. Farrar, Straus & Giroux

    Pelton, Robert D. (1980). The Trickster in West Africa A study of Mythic irony and sacred delight. California Press

    Basso, Ellen B. (1987). In Favor of Deceit: a Study of Tricksters in and Amazonian Society. University of Arizona Press, Tucson

    Other sources

    Juggler and trickster overlap: Pratt, C. (2007). Encyclopedia of shamanism (Vol 2). Rosen Publishing Group, Inc.

    Avoid identifying with an archetype: Jung, Carl G. (1959). The Archetypes and the Collective Unconscious. Princeton University Press, Collective works Bollingen Series, p103-104

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    1 ora e 49 min
  • 96. Trickster-Monster Complex Part Something - The Middle One
    Jul 15 2026

    Explore the fascinating world of tricksters across cultures, mythologies, and folklore, uncovering their roles as shapeshifters, boundary crossers, and cultural transformers. This episode delves into archetypes like Hermes, Coyote, and Sun Wukong, revealing how tricksters embody humanity's curiosity, chaos, creativity, and transformation; and their role at portals and crossroads of change.

    References:

    Primary Sources

    Hansen, George P. (2001), The Trickster and the Paranormal , Xlibris corp.

    Hyde, Lewis (1997). Trickster Makes this World: Mischief. Myth, and Art. Farrar, Straus & Giroux

    Pelton, Robert D. (1980). The Trickster in West Africa A study of Mythic irony and sacred delight. California Press

    Basso, Ellen B. (1987). In Favor of Deceit: a Study of Tricksters in and Amazonian Society. University of Arizona Press, Tucson

    Other Sources:

    Trickster origins: The Trickster Archetype: Tracing the Trickster Myths to Their Proto-Trickster Roots https://etd.ohiolink.edu/apexprod/rws_etd/send_file/send?accession=toledo1300928452&disposition=inline p33

    Archaic levels of the trickster & On Hermes: Jung, C.G. (1964). Man & his symbols. Doubleday, P151 & 156

    Nanobozho: Voegelin, Ermine W. (1984). The Funk & Wagnalls Standard Dictionary of Folklore Mythology and Legend. Harper Collins Publishers, San Francisco, p783

    Kushtaka: The Fearsome Alaskan Tlingit Kushtaka: If it’s not One Thing, it’s an Otter – EsoterX https://esoterx.com/2013/01/09/the-fearsome-alaskan-tlingit-kushtaka-if-its-not-one-thing-its-an-otter/

    Hlakanyana: Sherman, Josepha (1996). Trickster tales: forty folk stories from around the world.

    Zulu Tricksters (Pratt covering Wissler. C.): Pratt, C. (2007). Encyclopedia of shamanism (Vol 2). Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. p564

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    1 ora e 42 min
  • 97. Trickster-Monster Complex Part Last - The Prequel
    Jul 15 2026

    In this concluding (for now) episode on the Trickster-Monster Complex, we explore the roles of tricksters and monsters across cultures, mythologies, and consciousness states. We delve into archetypes like Hecate, Morgana Le Fay, and the trickster's influence on societal norms, portals, and spiritual transformations.

    References:

    Primary Sources

    Hansen, George P. (2001), The Trickster and the Paranormal , Xlibris corp.

    Hyde, Lewis (1997). Trickster Makes this World: Mischief. Myth, and Art. Farrar, Straus & Giroux

    Pelton, Robert D. (1980). The Trickster in West Africa A study of Mythic irony and sacred delight. California Press

    Basso, Ellen B. (1987). In Favor of Deceit: a Study of Tricksters in and Amazonian Society. University of Arizona Press, Tucson

    Other Sources

    Rangda at the crossroads: Nadeau, K. (Nov 2020). Dancing around the Cauldron with Rangda, the Balinese widow-witch: Exploring gender relations and attitudes toward women and children in Southeast Asia . Department of Anthropology, California State University, p

    Trickster archetype in the group dynamic: The Richards in Jung to live by:

    Understanding the Trickster "Archetype": How to Answer its Riddle - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JN25Nmp9HLs

    Boundary & Ritual: Turner, V.W. (1969) Ritual Process, Cornell University, forward p vii

    Trickster overlap: Van Gennep, Arnold (1909), The Rites of Passage, University of Chicago Press

    Chaldean Oracles and Hekate: Johnston, Sarah I. (1990). Hekate Soteira, Scholars Press

    Kurdaitcha of the Warlpiri: Musharbash, Y., & Presterudstuen, G.H. (2014). Monster anthropology in Australasia and beyond. Academia.edu p144,p153-154

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    2 ore e 23 min
  • 94: Kanaima - The Evils That Cat-Men Do
    Jan 13 2026

    Tonight, the Monster Lore Team explores the darkest rain forests in search of the darkest shaman of the Amazon basin, the Kanaima. These black sorcerers often appear in jaguar form. Are they men, monsters, or both. This one gets darker than dark, so buckle up.

    References:

    The two Primary Sources:

    Dark Shamans Kanaima and the Poetics of Violent Death - Neil L. Whitehead | Hikikomori Feral - Academia.edu

    https://www.academia.edu/49284713/Dark_Shamans_Kanaima_and_the_Poetics_of_Violent_Death_Neil_L_Whitehead

    Taryl Janick’s A return to dark shamans: kanaima & the cosmology of threat. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

    Other references:

    Shapori & Irariwë & Hekura spirits: Shamanic Battleground: Magic, Sorcery, and Warrior Shamanism in Venezuela | Zeljko Jokic - Academia.edu

    https://www.academia.edu/16340376/Shamanic_Battleground_Magic_Sorcery_and_Warrior_Shamanism_in_Venezuela

    Tiger shapeshifters: Penard, Frederick Paul, and Arthur Philip Penard. De menschetende Aanbidders der Zonneslang. 3 vols. Paramaribo: H. B. Heyde, 1907.

    Therianthropes & ayahuasca visions: Hancock, G. (2007). Supernatural: meetings with the ancient teachers of mankind. The Disinformation Company

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    1 ora e 16 min
  • BONUS: Krampus Ruins Christmas Special (oh wait, that's MOZ again)
    Dec 23 2025

    Oh, Oh, Oh No!!! Join us for this very special Christmas ruination special as MOZ digs Krampus out by the roots so we can get to the heart of the lore surrounding this most foul fiend, the still beating heart of a demon that may be lurking in the shadows outside your window as you listen along with the Monster Lore Tour.

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    42 min