The Origins of Werewolves (A Dash of Info) Artwork

Info On The Go

Info On The Go is a family-friendly podcast designed for curious minds of all ages! Perfect for learning on the go, our weekly episodes dive into fascinating stories, important events, and fun facts from both the past and present.

Whether you’re commuting, traveling, or enjoying some downtime at home, we make learning engaging, accessible, and entertaining for the whole family. From historical milestones to modern marvels, every episode is packed with insights, surprises, and a few laughs along the way.

Join us as we connect the dots between history and today’s world, sparking curiosity and inspiring conversations that will keep everyone coming back for more.

So tune in each week for your dose of fun, learning, and discovery — because the journey of knowledge never ends!

Thank You for listening and Stay curious,
Kat & William

Email infoonthegopodcast@gmail.com

If you would like to support Info On The Go click the link below

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2434258/support

Or for Patreon

https://patreon.com/InfoOnTheGo?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Follow us wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a review.

Follow us on Facebook at Info on the Go!

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/159DdiptQh/?mibextid=wwXIfr

https://infoonthego.buzzsprout.com

All Episodes

Info On The Go

The Origins of Werewolves (A Dash of Info)

October 13, 2025 • William and Kat • Episode 35

Send us a text

When you picture a werewolf, you probably think of a Hollywood monster—hair sprouting under a full moon, silver bullets, and a man caught between human and beast. But the legend of humans turning into wolves is far older—and far stranger—than the movies ever imagined.

For thousands of years, cultures around the world have told stories of people transforming into wolves: sometimes as punishment, sometimes as warriors, and sometimes as monsters. From the ancient Greek tale of King Lycaon, to Norse wolf-warriors, to medieval trials where real people were executed as werewolves, these legends reveal as much about human fears and morality as they do about folklore.

We’ll explore how wolves became symbols of both power and danger, why the Church linked werewolves to witchcraft and the Devil, and how real-world causes like rabies, superstition, and psychological conditions fed the myth.

Because the werewolf isn’t just about monsters in the woods—it’s about the darker parts of human nature itself.