Monstras

Who was Juana Barraza? And what made her go from a promising career as a Luchadora to one of Mexico's most infamous serial killers? 

We take a glimpse at her childhood and possible motivations behind her gruesome crimes. 

TW: serial murder, rape (mentioned, no detail), machismo, three beers

 Theme song by Patrick Mullens

This month we bring you a two part episode on the Mataviejitas, one of Mexico's most infamous serial killers. In this first part we explore the murders, police ineptitude, and we take a brief look at Mexico's LGBTQ history. 

TW: murder of elders, serial murder, violence, and untrue and outdated beliefs about the trans community

Theme song by Patrick Mullens

No new episode this month, but we will be back in 2020 with TWO new episodes in January. 

Happy New Year, Feliz Navidad y Año Nuevo! Thank you to all our listeners for being amazing, and we are looking forward to a great 2020 (hopefully). 

A Werewolf in Argentina? A Guaraní legend, the Lobison is a half man half beast creature that loves to consume dead flesh. Find out where he loves to hang out by listening to this episode! 

TW: war, dead bodies, dog (?) attacks

Theme song by Patrick Mullens

Happy Halloween! Our favorite holiday is here along with our one year anniversary of this podcast. Celebrate with us by listening to us talk about some haunted places in Latin America, including Casa Matusita in Peru, Lima and Linea A in Argentina. 

Review the podcast and get a shout out! 

TW: witch burning, child murder, torn limbs, blood

Traitor or victim? You decide! On this episode we talk about La Malinche one of Mexican history's most infamous women. She's been immortalized as the traitor who helped the Conquistadors bring down the mighty Aztec Empire.  

TW: child murder, murder, Hernan Cortez, betrayal 

Theme song by Patrick Mullens

Other music by Tri-Tachyon

Well we did it. We went ahead and watched the Syfy made for tv movie Chupacabra vs The Alamo. We review it and we have strong opinions about it. 

Spoilers up ahead, so be warned. 

Theme song by Patrick Mullens

The Chupacabra is a fascinating cryptid whose origin story began in Puerto Rico and quickly spread worldwide. It continues to capture people's imagination with sightings still being reported today. Join us this episode as we explore the origins of this elusive goat sucking creature. 

TW: vampires, animal death, mange, colonialism, and of course aliens

Theme song by Patrick Mullens

Other music by Alexander Nakarada

Attention demon dog lovers, this episode tackles a tale from El Salvador, El Cadejo, a special dog with glowing red eyes and a taste for human souls. 

Theme Song by Patrick Mullens

TW: evil dogs, furries, soul stealing, dog attacks, and some talk of dog eating (historical, as if that somehow makes it better, but its brief)

Show notes:

 El Cadejo Brewery

 El Kadejo Movie

 Werewolf Bar Mitzvah

 El Cadejo Book (source)

This month we are releasing a bonus episode on "The Curse of La Llorona" currently in theaters now. Does this movie accurately portray the mythos of La Llorona, Curanderos, and Latinxs? Or does it fall short? 

SPOILER ALERT!! Do not listen if you do not want the movie spoiled. 

Theme Song by Patrick Mullens

TW: crying woman, child murder, death, and spoilers