Brenda Salguero and Dr. Orquidea Morales use their expertise and experiences, to explore the world of Latin American and Latinx folklore, horror, and monsters
Episodes
Jan 28, 2020
Jan 28, 2020
37 min
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
Jan 24, 2020
Jan 24, 2020
35 min
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TW: murder of elders, serial murder, violence, and untrue and outdated beliefs about the trans community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
Dec 25, 2019
Dec 25, 2019
35 sec
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).
Nov 30, 2019
Nov 30, 2019
53 min
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
Oct 27, 2019
Oct 27, 2019
52 min
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
Sep 22, 2019
Sep 22, 2019
48 min
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
Aug 20, 2019
Aug 20, 2019
1 hr 6 min
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
Jul 28, 2019
Jul 28, 2019
52 min
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
May 20, 2019
May 20, 2019
41 min
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 Book (source)
Apr 22, 2019
Apr 22, 2019
1 hr 19 min
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