Monsters After Midnight Podcast

The Wendigo: Northern Nightmares and Unending Hunger


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In the frozen forests of the north, beyond the reach of civilization, something ancient and terrifying stirs. The lore of the Wendigo, a creature born from desperate hunger and cursed malice, emerges from the depths of indigenous legend. With its haunting whispers carried on icy winds, this sinister entity serves as a warning—a reflection of the perilous roads humans can wander when consumed by desperation.

Join us as we delve into the chilling origins of the Wendigo's tale, a spectral being whispered through Algonquin legends, notorious for its horrifying visage and insatiable hunger. Through centuries, its terror has thrived in the cold wilderness, a myth that has tracked generations with tales of missing hunters and eerie footprints.

From historical instances of Wendigo psychosis to modern accounts that blur the lines between myth and reality, we explore what makes the Wendigo more than a story. It's a manifestation of our darkest fears and the primal dread of losing oneself to the boundless void of hunger. Will you be able to resist its call?

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Monsters After Midnight PodcastBy Jenna Wilde