for those who
not my thing but,no matter huh
only because not brought up with it
The zombie era is upon us.
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Zombies have become a global phenomenon — there have been at least 10 zombie movies so far this year. This made us wonder: Where did this fascination for the undead come from? The
Throughline podcast unpacks how one of our favorite monsters gives us a glimpse into Haiti's history and the horrors of slavery. (Listening time, 43:46)
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Do crows deserve their creepy reputation?
Crows have long been associated with creepiness. After all, a group of them is called a murder. But have the black birds gotten a bad rap? After all, their most unsettling quality may be just how smart they are. (Listening time, 9:24)
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Rick Baker, the monster-maker of Hollywood.
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Monster-maker Rick Baker has won seven Academy Awards for his work in films such as
An American Werewolf in London and
Men in Black.
Metamorphosis is a new two-volume book that chronicles his four-decade career. (Listening time, 3:51)
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