Regardless of the originating culture, folklore is replete with tales of shape-shifting monstrosities and individuals morphing into werewolves or other half-man, half-beast creatures. But what about the more contemporary narratives? Is there more to it than folklore? In this episode, we look at these legendary beings and ponder Navajo encounters, the enigmatic stories surrounding Tasmania's thylacine, and even nocturnal encounters with gargoyle women in black. Our exploration takes us into the secretive realms of cults dedicated to summoning monsters, the occult dealings involving British intelligence agencies, shape-shifting witch cats, and a plethora of other intriguing encounters. For our Plus+ members, we investigate the controversial linguistic origins of the concept of the Aryans and explore their migration into the cradle of civilization in India, from which their influence radiated to the far reaches of the globe. We examine the intriguing connections between enigmatic stone towers, celestial constellations, and hear the theories of a man deeply fixated on phallus energies. Links Werewolf Stories: Shape-Shifters, Lycanthropes, and Man-Beasts My Fascination with the World of Werewolves: Yes, the Real Ones The Donkey Lady Bridge: San Antonio’s Terrifying Folk Why I Think Sleep Paralysis is Paranormal: the Old Hag, the Hat Man and Werewolves Real Monsters, Gruesome Critters, and Beasts from the Darkside Monsters, Cryptozoology and Secret Societies: Sometimes They Blend Together Plus+ Extension The extension of the show is EXCLUSIVE to Plus+ Members. To join, click HERE. Theosophy and Race – I: Orientalists and Aryans Theosophy and Race – II: Nordic Aryans Tantra’s Primordial Past: The Aryan Invasion Theory – I Edward Sellon and the Cannibal Club: Anthropology Erotica Empire – V Ancient Mysteries, Modern Visions: The Magnetic Life of Agriculture The Round Towers of Ireland The Religion of the Druids Druidism and the Ancient Religions of India Seed of Knowledge, Stone of Plenty 20.25 – MU Plus+ Podcast Who We Are and How We Got Here: Ancient DNA and the New Science of the Human Past Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices