Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago

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The legend of the werewolf—the idea of a person turning into a wolf—has terrified and fascinated people for centuries. Stories of werewolves date back to ancient Greece and the Middle Ages, often linked with fear of the unknown and the wild. In many cultures, they were seen as cursed or dangerous. In modern times, werewolves became popular in horror films and books, from black-and-white movies to teen dramas. This episode explores the origins of the werewolf myth and how it continues to change today.

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