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Some of the most terrifying legends in history come from one place: beneath the shadow of an executioner. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Sam Alberty . ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/s...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (261: Attraction) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 17: LorePodcast.com/episodes/17 Episode 82: LorePodcast.com/episodes/82 Episode 29: LorePodcast.com/episodes/29 ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from...

Folklore is often confined to circles around the campfire or whispered stories at slumber parties. But for a time in America, people turned folklore into things worth traveling to see. And their methods were rather tricky. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by GennaRose Nethercott, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/...

The legends that are unique to America might be newer than some, but they still pack a powerful punch. But however familiar they might be, there's always a darker side that needs to be explored. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, editing by Alex Robinson, and research by Alexandra Steed . ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (260: Ghostwriter) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 37: LorePodcast.com/episodes/37 Episode 61: LorePodcast.com/episodes/61 Episode 215: LorePodcast.com/episodes/215 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows fro...

Our deep desire to connect to the world of the dead has taken humanity down some fantastic roads, but few compare to the stories that came out of the early 1900s in America. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support Episode Music: lorepodc...

Because the seas have been deep and dangerous for such a long time, it's no surprise that they hold far more pirate legends than one episode can contain.   Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks, editing by Alex Robinson, and research by Jamie Vargas . ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sou...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (259: Where the Heart Is) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 20: LorePodcast.com/episodes/20 Episode 79: LorePodcast.com/episodes/79 Episode 153:  LorePodcast.com/episodes/153 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the s...

Often the places that are closest to our hearts are the most vulnerable to being haunted. Which is why, even in folklore, there's no place like home. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research and writing by  GennaRose Nethercott, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodc...

The older the place, the deeper the legends seem to run. And in New England, that means there's a treasure trove of dark tales just waiting to be explored. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, and research by Sam Alberty . ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lore...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (258: Wall to Wall) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/55 Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/64 Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/40 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows f...

Beneath the waters of one city's harbor waits countless tales of ghosts and demons from its past.   Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by  Alexandra Steed and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop ———...

Some legends are harder to find, often requiring us to dig a little deeper. Thankfully, the stories we're looking for are right under our feet. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, and research by Jamie Vargas . ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (257: Blasted) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 5:  LorePodcast.com/episodes/5 Episode 11: LorePodcast.com/episodes/11 Episode 197:  LorePodcast.com/episodes/197 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Gr...

Some of the most fascinating—and terrifying—folklore out there is related to healing. But be careful: these aren't your grandmother's fairy tales. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Alex Robinson, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources...

Few things are as terrifying as the mystery of our own deaths. Thankfully, folklore has stepped in with legends that hint at early answers, giving hope and chills in equal measure. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba . ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (256: Cursed) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/13 Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/127 Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/221 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from...

We often look to artwork as a source of inspiration, hope, and entertainment. But some examples throughout history have developed a reputation for something darker and more sinister. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by GennaRose Nethercott, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/m...

One of our biggest obsessions as a culture is abandoned places. But once you dig into the legends about these locations, it's clear that something still lives inside them. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba and editing by Alex Robinson . ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast....

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (255: Off the Rails) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/195 Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/198 Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/199 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the sho...

Every narrative trope has an origin story. This murder mystery staple, however, might just be the most suspenseful of them all. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Sam Alberty, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: ww...

Snakes and lizards have frightened people around the world for thousands of years. But the truly terrifying stories of scaley beings exist in the legends we whisper around campfires. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba . ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (254: Remnants) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 62: LorePodcast.com/episodes/62 Episode 139: LorePodcast.com/episodes/139 Episode 144: LorePodcast.com/episodes/144 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from...

While every place has a dark history that seeps into the present, this particular spot is home to an eclectic and strange mix of hauntings and spooks. Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Cassandra de Alba and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grim...

Some of the most haunting legends are rooted in moments when people did horrible things out of fear—all in the search for someone to blame. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by  Jamie Vargas . ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com...