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- 557 - Lore 318: Pack Mentality
Europe didn't spend all of its time hunting witches in its darkest past, and a great example of their other obsession can be found in the forests of France.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 02 Nov 2026 - 26min - 556 - Lore Alive 5: In the Next Room
Welcome to Lore Alive, a special Halloween bonus series that brings dark tales from history to life with immersive sound design and voice actors.
For today's final Halloween bonus of the year, we have the sort of story that captured my heart as a kid. On the surface, it's the story of a woman grieving the departure of a dear friend. But there's something much more frightening beneath the surface.
Lore Alive was created by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and direction by Nicolas Tecosky, audio production and sound design by Brandon Grugle. This week's episode starred Amanda Cucher as Marion Bargrave, and Sarah Palmm as Lavinia Veal and Helen.
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Fri, 30 Oct 2026 - 21min - 555 - Legends 91: Landslide
Humans have a special ability to create a lot of tragedy, and history is marked with many examples. But the natural world has always done its best to keep up, as these stories show.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Molly Quinlan Artwick and research by Jamie Vargas.
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Mon, 26 Oct 2026 - 27min - 554 - Lore Alive 4: Peg & Button
Welcome to Lore Alive, a special Halloween bonus series that brings dark tales from history to life with immersive sound design and voice actors.
For today's spooky tale, we meet a group of mischievous young men who pick on the wrong woman before heading off to war in the far north. Their decision, it turns out, became something that haunted them forevermore.
Lore Alive was created by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and direction by Nicolas Tecosky, audio production and sound design by Brandon Grugle. This week's episode starred Nicholas Tecosky as Jack, J. Garrett Mitchell as Tom, and Amanda Cucher as Peg.
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Fri, 23 Oct 2026 - 25min - 553 - Deeper Lore: 317 (84, 111, & 215)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (317: Smoke and Mirrors) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 22 Oct 2026 - 01min - 552 - Lore 317: Smoke and Mirrors
Stage magic as we know it today is very different from how it began. The consequences of those early days, though, are all around us.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 19 Oct 2026 - 28min - 551 - Lore Alive 3: Under the Rug
Welcome to Lore Alive, a special Halloween bonus series that brings dark tales from history to life with immersive sound design and voice actors.
For today's spooky tale, we travel north to Maine, and the tiny community of Dark Harbor. It is here that a promising marriage falls apart, and a horrifying legend grows up in its place.
Lore Alive was created by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and direction by Nicolas Tecosky, audio production and sound design by Brandon Grugle. This week's episode starred Sarah Palm and Joanna, Nick Tecosky as Sal, and Amanda Cucher as Amanda.
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Fri, 16 Oct 2026 - 27min - 550 - Legends 90: Set Aside
For a very long time, stories were fragile artifacts, passed along on the tenuous thread of oral tradition. And many of the relics that have survived to this day are thanks to one woman, and her connection to a famous pair of brothers.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Jamie Vargas.
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Mon, 12 Oct 2026 - 25min - 549 - Lore Alive 2: In Dreams
Welcome to Lore Alive, a special Halloween bonus series that brings dark tales from history to life with immersive sound design and voice actors. Today's tale puts us in the middle of the first known New England vampire exhumation, and the terrifying dream that plagued a heartbroken father.
Lore Alive was created by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and direction by Nicolas Tecosky, audio production and sound design by Brandon Grugle. This week's episode starred J. Garrett Mitchell as Stukeley, Sarah Palm as Sarah, and Amanda Cucher as Elizabeth.
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Fri, 09 Oct 2026 - 23min - 548 - Deeper Lore: 316 (118, 166, & 212)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (316: A Spoonful of Sugar) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 08 Oct 2026 - 01min - 547 - Lore 316: A Spoonful of Sugar
Sometimes the most frightening stories involve things we consider safe retreats or mindless pleasures. If that sounds tasty, today's exploration will hit the spot.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 05 Oct 2026 - 26min - 546 - Lore Alive 1: The Sleep
Welcome to Lore Alive, a special Halloween bonus series that brings dark tales from history to life with immersive sound design and voice actors. Today's tale introduces us to some newlyweds in late 1800s Kentucky who settled in for a new life together, only for their hopes and dreams to meet a terrifying end.
Lore Alive was created by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and direction by Nicolas Tecosky, audio production and sound design by Brandon Grugle. This week's episode starred J. Garrett Mitchell as James, Sarah Palm as Octavia, and Nicholas Tecosky as Doctor McClain.
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Fri, 02 Oct 2026 - 23min - 545 - Legends 89: Mother Dearest
Folklore is often about powerful beings that deserve our fear and respect. Which is why one big category of legends around the globe is about someone very close to home.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Jamie Vargas.
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Mon, 28 Sep 2026 - 23min - 544 - Deeper Lore: 315 (32, 196, & 204)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (Lore 315: All Shook Up) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
Episode 32: LorePodcast.com/episodes/32 Episode 196: LorePodcast.com/episodes/196 Episode 204: LorePodcast.com/episodes/204————————
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Thu, 24 Sep 2026 - 02min - 543 - Lore 315: All Shook Up
Folklore usually depends on the little things. The daily struggle to survive, the terror of a new location, or even violence and crime. But even when the events are bigger than we can imagine, folklore has a way of showing up.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 21 Sep 2026 - 26min - 542 - Legends 88: Tell-Tale Heartland
The American heartland might not be as ancient as New England, but it can hold its own when it comes to dark history and terrifying tales.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Molly Quinlan Artwick, and research by Jamie Vargas.
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Mon, 14 Sep 2026 - 26min - 541 - Deeper Lore: 314 (166, 186, & 212)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (Lore 314: Hive Mind) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
Episode 166: LorePodcast.com/episodes/166 Episode 186: LorePodcast.com/episodes/186 Episode 212: LorePodcast.com/episodes/212————————
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Thu, 10 Sep 2026 - 02min - 540 - Lore 314: Hive Mind
Not all big stories are about equally large characters. In the world of folklore, sometimes even the littlest players have a massive stage to perform upon.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 07 Sep 2026 - 27min - 539 - Legends 87: Cursive
Everyone loves a good ghost story, but literature and spirits have a relationship that is older than some might think.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by GennaRose Nethercott and Alex Robinson.
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Mon, 31 Aug 2026 - 30min - 538 - Deeper Lore: 313 (7, 67, & 101)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (Lore 313: Tall, Tall Tales) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
Episode 7: LorePodcast.com/episodes/7 Episode 67: LorePodcast.com/episodes/67 Episode 101: LorePodcast.com/episodes/101————————
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Thu, 27 Aug 2026 - 02min - 537 - Lore 313: Tall, Tall Tales
Some folklore thrives in the depths of our world—whether that's across the ocean waves or along the docks of an ancient harbor town. But a few have risen to great heights, giving us a view of history that is downright terrifying.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 - 26min - 536 - Legends 86: Litmus Test
Folklore has had many uses over the centuries. But while some has been used to educate or entertain, one pocket of legends has become a dangerous tool for sorting the good from the bad.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Jamie Vargas.
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Mon, 17 Aug 2026 - 27min - 535 - Deeper Lore: 312 (18, 113, & 122)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (312: Episode To Serve Man) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
Episode 18: LorePodcast.com/episodes/18 Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/113 Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/122————————
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Thu, 13 Aug 2026 - 01min - 534 - Lore 312: To Serve Man
A lot of folklore is frightening, but some of it is definitely hard to swallow. Let's sink our teeth into some terrifying tales from history today.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 10 Aug 2026 - 27min - 533 - Legends 85: Down Under
The huge number of dangerous creatures in Australia is terrifying, for sure. But if the legends are true, there's a lot more to be afraid of than spiders and birds.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Jamie Vargas.
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Mon, 03 Aug 2026 - 26min - 532 - Deeper Lore: 311 (72, 122, & 284)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (311: Twice Upon a Time) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 30 Jul 2026 - 02min - 531 - Lore 311: Twice Upon a Time
Folklore is full of stories about people who seem to have lived more than one life. Which is why these true tales from history are so incredibly bizarre.
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Mon, 27 Jul 2026 - 31min - 530 - Legends 84: Dead in the Water
The vast oceans of our planet are more mysterious to us than the surface of Mars. And because of that, they have become the place where dark legends dwell beneath the surface.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Molly Quinlan Artwick, and research by Samuel Alberty.
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Mon, 20 Jul 2026 - 25min - 529 - Deeper Lore: 310 (74, 196, & 44)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (310: Thunderstruck) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 16 Jul 2026 - 02min - 528 - Lore 310: Thunderstruck
While most folklore has a thrilling quality to it, there are some tales that are a bit more shocking. Just be careful where you stand while we explore them.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 13 Jul 2026 - 34min - 527 - EXHUMED Ch. 7: Leftovers
Although my new history book, EXHUMED, arrives on August 6th, you get to hear a whole chapter early!
Enjoy this delicious sample from EXHUMED, and be sure to lock in your copy today—whether that's the hardcover, ebook, or audiobook version. Learn more and preorder your copy here:
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Wed, 08 Jul 2026 - 28min - 526 - Legends 83: Sweet Home
The American South might have its charm, but it also has a tragic history that lingers in the shadows to this day.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Sam Alberty.
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Mon, 06 Jul 2026 - 26min - 525 - Deeper Lore: 309 (81, 102, & 128)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (309: Party Favors) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 02 Jul 2026 - 02min - 524 - Lore 309: Party Favors
Parties promise us a break from the mundane or troubling. But a few celebratory gatherings in history have turned the tables, delivering something far more frightening.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 29 Jun 2026 - 32min - 523 - Legends 82: The Weight of Fear
Over the centuries, it has become common to refer to traumatizing or frightening experiences as "a nightmare." The true origins of that notion, though, are the most terrifying of all.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Sam Alberty.
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Mon, 22 Jun 2026 - 25min - 522 - Deeper Lore: 308 (40, 114, & 150)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (308: Without a Trace) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 18 Jun 2026 - 02min - 521 - Lore 308: Without a Trace
Dark stories often have twists, turns, and the constant fear of getting lost in the shadows. Which is a lot like one real trail that haunts American history. Let's take a journey there together.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 15 Jun 2026 - 29min - 520 - Legends 81: Undertaken
One of the most common fears we have is also the product of centuries of fiction mixed with a dash of truth. The result is a genre of storytelling that is truly horrifying.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Sam Alberty.
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Mon, 08 Jun 2026 - 25min - 519 - Deeper Lore: 307 (37, 79, & 215)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (Lore 307: Revisiting "Mary, Mary") with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
Episode 37: LorePodcast.com/episodes/37 Episode 79: LorePodcast.com/episodes/79 Episode 215: LorePodcast.com/episodes/215————————
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Thu, 04 Jun 2026 - 02min - 518 - Lore 307: Revisiting "Mary, Mary"
This week, as summer weaves its way into our lives, the Lore team is taking a well-deserved break. To make that possible, we're reissuing a fan favorite from nearly a decade ago: Episode 50: Mary, Mary.
Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 01 Jun 2026 - 32min - 517 - Legends 80: He Said, She Said
Sometimes the thing that gives a story its authenticity is the frequency with which it has been shared, regardless of the truth. And many of them turn out to be utterly terrifying.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by GennaRose Nethercott and Alex Robinson.
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Mon, 25 May 2026 - 27min - 516 - Deeper Lore: 306 (111, 127, & 136)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (306: Disorienting) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 21 May 2026 - 02min - 515 - Lore 306: Disorienting
Some folklore can be very confusing, which can cause a lot of fear. Which was exactly the point for this specific realm of ancient belief and tradition. Just try not to get lost.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research byCassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 18 May 2026 - 30min - 514 - Legends 79: Lone Scar
The bigger the space, the more room there seems to be for ghosts. So it shouldn't be a surprise that there's lots of chills to be had in the Lone Star State.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Nick Tecosky, and research by Jamie Vargas.
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Mon, 11 May 2026 - 26min - 513 - Deeper Lore: 305 (42, 106, & 180)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (305: Botched) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 07 May 2026 - 02min - 512 - Lore 305: Botched
If the road to hell is paved with good intentions, then our journey toward a more human method of execution is a bloody highway.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 04 May 2026 - 31min - 511 - Legends 78: The Stacks
Folklore tells us that ghosts can be many things, but the most common view is that they are echoes of the past that are still present today. Which is why one type of building is the perfect place for a haunting.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Jamie Vargas.
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Mon, 27 Apr 2026 - 26min - 510 - Deeper Lore: 304 (102, 116, & 172)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (304: Cult Hero) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 23 Apr 2026 - 01min - 509 - Lore 304: Cult Hero
Few groups leave a society unsettled more than the ones that buck the system and reject the mainstream path. But a few have even managed to leave the people around them more than a little terrified.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research byCassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 20 Apr 2026 - 34min - 508 - Legends 77: Full House
When you build a community on breaking the rules, it shouldn't be a surprise that the laws of death itself get violated.
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Mon, 13 Apr 2026 - 27min - 507 - Deeper Lore: 303 (74, 87, & 220)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (303: Shoot for the Stars) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 09 Apr 2026 - 02min - 506 - Lore 303: Shoot for the Stars
Most of the folklore that connects us is beneath our feet. But if history is any indication, there's more than enough to be afraid of above our head.
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Mon, 06 Apr 2026 - 29min - 505 - Legends 76: Unfamiliar Waters
Moving from the familiar to the unknown comes with a lot of risk. And if the stories about one family are true, that risk can involve a terrifying new reality.
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Mon, 30 Mar 2026 - 27min - 504 - Deeper Lore: 302 (73, 116, & 166)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (302: Bedside Manner) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 26 Mar 2026 - 02min - 503 - Lore 302: Bedside Manner
It takes a lot of compassion to care for the sick and nurse them back to health. And it takes a lot of trust to allow your well-being to rest in their hands. Thanks to a few terrible real life figures, though, it's safe to say that our trust…can sometimes be misplaced.
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Mon, 23 Mar 2026 - 34min - 502 - Legends 75: Precious
Chasing treasure has always had an allure. But while legends of lost treasures and those who seek them are often entertaining, they also hide a darker question: how much is that treasure truly worth?
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Mon, 16 Mar 2026 - 26min - 501 - Deeper Lore: 301 (21, 131, & 220)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (301: Lost at Sea) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 12 Mar 2026 - 02min - 500 - Lore 301: Lost at Sea
For as much of the world as it covers, we know very little about the sea. And where there are unanswered questions, there can always be found folklore—usually of the frightening kind.
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Mon, 09 Mar 2026 - 31min - 499 - Legends 74: Snake in the Grass
Trust holds much of the world together. When it's broken, it can lead to unspeakable crimes, which can often result in frightening legends.
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Mon, 02 Mar 2026 - 25min - 498 - Deeper Lore: 300 (37, 79, & 260)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (300: Board Stiff) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 26 Feb 2026 - 02min - 497 - Lore 300: Board Stiff
Few objects from popular culture have been as divisive and mysterious as these simple games. But before you dismiss their sensational reputation, it's worth exploring the wreckage they have left in their wake.
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Mon, 23 Feb 2026 - 32min - 496 - Legends 73: For Better or For Worse
We tend to see weddings as the beginning of something grand. A new start with joy and happiness as a destination. But if these popular legends are any indication, that's not always the tale that's told.
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Mon, 16 Feb 2026 - 27min - 495 - Deeper Lore: 299 (21, 104, & 122)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (299: Unsinkable) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 12 Feb 2026 - 01min - 494 - Lore 299: Unsinkable
Some legends spend a bit of time among us and then drift out of popularity. A few, though, stay afloat even when the world they come from slips beneath the waves.
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Mon, 09 Feb 2026 - 26min - 493 - Legends 72: The Hills
Appalachia might be a vast and varied terrain, but one thing about it is incredibly consistent: the presence of dark legends, hidden in the shadows.
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Mon, 02 Feb 2026 - 30min - 492 - Deeper Lore: 298 (25, 88, & 134)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (298: Almost Alive) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 29 Jan 2026 - 02min - 491 - Lore 298: Almost Alive
Sometimes the more terrifying creatures we encounter are the ones we created ourselves. Don't let their antiquity fool you, though; artificial life isn't always pleasant.
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Mon, 26 Jan 2026 - 33min - 490 - Legends 71: Homewrecker
Home sweet home. We go there for safety, peace, and hopefully love. But for a very long time in some parts of the world, the home was ruled over by something more supernatural than family bonds.
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Mon, 19 Jan 2026 - 26min - 489 - Deeper Lore: 297 (11, 83, & 113)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (297: Bloody) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 15 Jan 2026 - 02min - 488 - Lore 297: Bloody
Much of folklore is fun in a creepy sort of way, something that we often revel in here on Lore. But there are darker, more insidious corners of folklore that have used the power of storytelling for very dangerous reasons, and they lie closer to the surface that you'll believe.
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Mon, 12 Jan 2026 - 30min - 487 - Special Announcement: Exhumed
I'm pleased to announce that my newest book, Exhumed: Unearthing the History of the American Vampire, is scheduled for August 4th, and it's available for pre-order TODAY!
Exhumed is a 400-page historical journey to unpack the heart of the Mercy Brown story. Think of it like a 20-episode Lore miniseries of brand new material and research, hand-crafted for lovers of strange history.
Here's my publisher's fancy write-up about the book:
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About Exhumed
"From critically acclaimed podcaster and bestselling author Aaron Mahnke comes this engrossing and macabre exploration of the folklore and early medical practices that fueled the ghastly exhumation of Mercy Brown in 1892.
With Exhumed, Mahnke presents a unique history of the intersection of folklore and science, and how pop culture, medical advancements, and pseudoscience of the time shaped the perspectives of people in 19th century America.
From the death of George Washington to Mary Shelley writing Frankenstein, Mahnke leads reads on a fascinating journey through history, touching on mummification, executioners, corpse medicine, European vampire folklore, and so much more. He reveals that, as shocking as Brown's exhumation might seem to us today, it also reflected surprisingly common attitudes and beliefs about the relationship between the dead and the living, the nature of science and magic, and the fate of the human soul. It all builds to a revelatory understanding of human behavior that continues to this very day."
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Fri, 09 Jan 2026 - 04min - 486 - Legends 70: Something Lost
We might call them the Great Lakes, but the folklore in and around them is so much greater. And—if the stories are true—much more terrifying as well.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Nick Tecosky and research byJamie Vargas.
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Mon, 05 Jan 2026 - 27min - 485 - Deeper Lore: 296 (25, 41, & 56)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode—which was a rerun of Episode 12: Half-Hanged—with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 01 Jan 2026 - 03min - 484 - Lore 296: Revisiting "Half-Hanged"
This week, as the holidays draw near, the Lore team takes a well-earned break to relax with their loved ones. To give them that break, we're reissuing a golden oldie from over a decade ago: Episode 12: Half-Hanged.
Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 29 Dec 2025 - 27min - 483 - Legends 69: The Last Frontier
Out beyond the edge of the known, where simply existing comes with risk, you will always find stories of threats that defy rational explanation.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Cassandra de Alba.
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Mon, 22 Dec 2025 - 28min - 482 - Deeper Lore: 295 (54, 74, & 87)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (295: Making Your Luck) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 18 Dec 2025 - 02min - 481 - Lore 295: Making Your Luck
It's all fun and games until someone has a cursed dream. The history behind these risky gambles is almost as fascinating as their eventual outcome.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research byCassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 15 Dec 2025 - 35min - 480 - Legends 68: Erupt
Legends often contain clues about our greatest fears. Oftentimes they are small and invisible. But as today's collection of stories reveals, they can be much bigger than that.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research byJamie Vargas.
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Mon, 08 Dec 2025 - 30min - 479 - Deeper Lore: 294 (34, 112, & 117)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (294: Upon Reflection) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 04 Dec 2025 - 02min - 478 - Lore 294: Upon Reflection
She's the most famous name in horror, and the theories behind the legend are more frightening than you'd ever expect.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 01 Dec 2025 - 32min - 477 - Legends 67: Northern Exposure
Some stories are fascinating because they go against our expectations. And among them are a few that are absolutely chilling.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Cassandra de Alba.
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Mon, 24 Nov 2025 - 34min - 476 - Deeper Lore: 293 (84, 116, & 172)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (293: Mother Knows Best) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 20 Nov 2025 - 02min - 475 - Lore 293: Mother Knows Best
Figures from folklore are often one-dimensional. But if the popularity of this particular woman tells us anything, it's that legends can sometimes become more powerful than real life people.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 17 Nov 2025 - 33min - 474 - Legends 66: Devour
The stories of people who cross the line are often the most terrifying. And that fear has turned those tales into weapons of a different kind.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research byCassandra de Alba.
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Mon, 10 Nov 2025 - 33min - 473 - Deeper Lore: 292 (90, 202, & 229)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (292: Message in a Bottle) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 06 Nov 2025 - 02min - 472 - Lore 292: Message in a Bottle
Our world can often feel like an open book, with every secret laid bare. But there are still locations that cling tightly to mystery, and the questions they force us to ask are sometimes terrifying.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Jamie Vargas and Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 03 Nov 2025 - 36min - 471 - Trick or Treat 5: Drained
For the final Trick or Treat episode of the season, we're taking a tour through some of the lesser-known vampire folklore around the world. But just because they don't fit the stereotype we've come to know and love does not mean these stories are any less terrifying.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by Alex Robinson, Harry Marks, and Alexandra Steed.
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Fri, 31 Oct 2025 - 24min - 470 - Legends 65: Twin Spirits
At the heart of their dual history and shared rivalry, this pair of midwestern cities hides a darker common ground, and the stories that live there are more than a little frightening.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Andrew Kelleher and research by Cassandra de Alba.
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Mon, 27 Oct 2025 - 29min - 469 - Trick or Treat 4: From the Beyond
Humans have reached out to communicate with the dead for millennia, and as this collection of tales will show, that hasn't always gone according to plan.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by Alex Robinson.
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Fri, 24 Oct 2025 - 22min - 468 - Deeper Lore: 291 (111, 143, & Legends 30)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (291: Dream Come True) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 23 Oct 2025 - 02min - 467 - Lore 291: Dream Come True
We often use the phrase "dream come true" to describe wonderful things you envision for our lives. But looking at the folklore behind it, there might be a darker, more complicated nightmare at work.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 20 Oct 2025 - 37min - 466 - Trick or Treat 3: Loved & Lost
Our passions create powerful bonds. And it turns out that even something as permanent as death can't totally separate us from the people or places we love.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by Alex Robinson and GennaRose Nethercott.
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Fri, 17 Oct 2025 - 24min - 465 - Legends 64: No Rest For the Wicked
Some graves give us answers to the gaps in our understanding of history. A few, though, fill those gaps with terrifying legends that are still alive today.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Cassandra de Alba.
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Mon, 13 Oct 2025 - 33min - 464 - Trick or Treat 2: Too Young
Tragic loss is often the catalyst for powerful tales that haunt us for generations. Today's collection of stories gathers some of the most chilling examples of that truth.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by Alex Robinson and GennaRose Nethercott.
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Fri, 10 Oct 2025 - 22min - 463 - Deeper Lore: 290 (24, 207, & 265)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (290: Growing Pains) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 09 Oct 2025 - 02min - 462 - Lore 290: Growing Pains
They might appear to be nothing more than simple words spoken by the youngest in our communities, but there's a darkness hidden beneath many of them. Let's explore the frightening world of nursery rhymes.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research byCassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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Mon, 06 Oct 2025 - 33min - 461 - Trick or Treat: Lavish
For the first of our weekly Halloween bonus episodes (every Friday in October), we're visiting a number of haunted castles. You might want to keep a light on for this one.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with with writing and research by Alex Robinson, GennaRose Nethercott, and Alexandra Steed.
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Fri, 03 Oct 2025 - 25min - 460 - Legends 63: Dance With the Devil
Humans have, historically, shown themselves to be risk-takers. But in one particular branch of folklore, many of those gambles have come at the hands of a very sinister otherworldly third party.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research byJamie Vargas.
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Mon, 29 Sep 2025 - 34min - 459 - Deeper Lore: Episode 289 (18, 48, & 101)
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (289: Shake It) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
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Thu, 25 Sep 2025 - 02min - 458 - Lore 289: Shake It
Folklore can take many forms, but most involve words in a specific language. One exception, though, are the traditions passed down through a very different kind of communication.
Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.
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