Ladies Who Lore

In this week’s episode, Jessie takes us on an archeological expedition through one of history’s juiciest legends: The Mummy’s Curse. As the Thievery is poured, the ladies celebrate their wins, debate the British Museum, and fan girl over the one and only Dr. Kathleen Martinez. So grab the nearest red blend and prepare your tomb for the Afterlife, Ladies Who Promise Not to Curse You will have you b...

In this week’s episode, Sammy flies us to the battlefield with the harrowing and mystical tale of one of Ireland's fiercest goddesses: The Morrigan. As the Valravn is poured, the ladies pitch ACOTAR theories, discover their telepathy powers, and determine that once you’re a horse girl, you’re always a horse girl. So grab the nearest pinot noir and find your favorite crow, Ladies Who Talk to the Cr...

On this special A Closer Look episode, the ladies are joined by Grace Anna from the podcast ArtMuse as she walks us through the life and influence of Simonetta Vespucci: the inspiration for Botticelli's The Birth of Venus. Sip your favorite wine and laugh along with the ladies as they learn from Grace Anna! ArtMuse can be found on all listening platforms as well as www.artmusepodcast.com. Hosted o...

In this week’s episode, Lindsay takes us on a ride through everyone’s favorite fiery lore: dragons. As the Mythic Vineyard is sipped, the ladies re-enact Dreamwork’s masterpiece "Shrek", discover what tornadoes really are, and show off their academic knowledge of Dragon Tales. Grab the nearest Chardonnay and pick your dragon’s color, Ladies Who Have Big Snake Energy will have you soaring through t...

You've unlocked another A Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to something we've already touched on. In this week's episode, Sammy takes a closer look into the horrifying creature straight out of your nightmares: The Nuckelavee. Have you encountered one? Email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with your stories. Sources: Myths, Legends, and Faith: Nuckelavee by le...

In this week’s episode, Jessie takes us on a wild ride through one of the most conspiracy-riddled places: The Denver International Airport. As the 14 Hands is passed, the ladies don their tin foil hats, track Santa on government radars and accuse Lindsay of being a lizard person. The ladies also open their very first ever listener gift! So check in to your gate early and grab some Cabernet Sauvign...

In this week’s episode, Sammy provides a different perspective on a monster we thought we knew: Medusa. As the Hermes Retsina splashes, the ladies plan Ovid Girl Summer, shake on too much espresso, and Jessie shares the ghost she saw at the Whaley House! Tie back the snakes in your hair and grab the nearest perfectly chilled Retsina, Ladies Who Question Gorgonzola will have you feeling delightfull...

In this week’s episode, the ladies celebrate their 30th episode by recording from their friend’s haunted garage! In this much anticipated event, the ladies brave the dust-covered, haunted halls of the garage to spook each other with ghost stories in the dark. As the ladies hear mysterious footsteps, spot demonic substances, and gasp at a mirror with fresh finger prints, Ladies Who Are Haunted will...

In this week’s episode, Lindsay guides us through the various haunted happenings in everyone’s favorite windy city: Chicago. As the St. Francis is sipped, the ladies try out Chicago accents, giggle about the baby Satanic panic, and ask a favor of da new pope. Grab your favorite sweet red and check out the Bean, Ladies Who Go to the Back of the Yards will have you booking a ticket for the next haun...

In this week’s episode, Jessie leads us through the mystical world of one of Norway's cutest creatures: Trolls. As the Angeleno Bike Path is poured, the ladies get the giggles, toast to tarot readings and spot dragons in Napa. Grab the nearest chillable red and head for your local stone bridge, Ladies Who Tell Riddles will have you smiling from ear to ear. Sources: “The mythical Norwegian Trolls”...

In this week’s episode, Sammy brings us deep into the forest to tell the tale of everyone’s favorite wicked witch: Baba Yaga. As the Vieille de Ferme is poured, the ladies reminisce about the renaissance faire, debate Disney princess hair colors, and create a new football chant. Grab the nearest récolte and find the house with bones out front, Ladies Who Have Chicken Legs will have you skipping th...

In this week’s episode, Lindsay shares a human phenomenon that has fascinated people for centuries: Dreams. As The Little Sheep of New Zealand is passed, the ladies consider wearing makeup to bed, share their strangest dreams, and discover the mark of Satan! Grab the nearest Sauvignon Blanc and tuck yourself in, Ladies Who Sing Lullabies will have you racing to count sheep to overanalyze your drea...

In this week’s episode, Jessie shares a hair-raising lore that will make you never answer your door again: The Black Eyed Children. As the Olema Reserve is poured, the ladies geek out over the American Chestnut Tree, discover new animals, and hear Sammy’s scariest personal ghost story! Hide under the covers and grab the closest chardonnay, Ladies Who Stand in the Corner of Your Room will have you...

Welcome to our first A Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to something we've already touched on. In this week's episode, Jessie takes a closer look into the infamous Elevator Game. Have you played? Email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with your stories. Sources: "The Most Dangerous Games: Elevator to Another World" by Lucia from The Ghost in my Machine "Elisa...

In this week’s episode, Sammy shares an overview of one of folklore’s greatest treasures: The Moon. As Moon X is heavily poured, the ladies determine how to know if your boyfriend is a vampire, debate dishware, and beg you not to order Dominos on the full moon. TW Mention of suicide Sources: “Selene - Greek Goddess of the Moon” by Aaron J. Atsma on Theoi.com  “Luna the Goddess of the Moon” by...

In this week’s episode, Lindsay takes a dive into the North Sea with her tale: Selkies. As the Hampton Water Rose flows, the ladies rave about musical theater, toast to Jon Bon Jovi, and crack open a vintage folklore book. TW Depression/Postpartum depression Nonconsensual sex Sources: "The Mermaid Wife" and "The Seal Hunter" from  Folklore and Legends: Ireland and Scotland , Lippincott 1...

In this week’s episode, Jessie shares a lore that’ll have you looking twice in a crowd: Doppelgangers. As Ménage à Trois Midnight is uncorked, the ladies develop a healthy fear of winter sports, predict the future through witchy dreams, and try out nicknames for their listeners. Sources: "Doppelganger" by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica “Doppelgangers and Curious Myths and Stories of...

In this week’s episode, Sammy shares a hiking tale that’ll have you looking over your shoulder: The Dark Watchers. As the wine is passed, the ladies share Haunted Mansion ghost stories, evade Trench Foot, and add some new lyrics to the musical Hamilton. TW: Gore Sources: “Santa Luica Range” by staff at PeakVisor on PeakVisor “What are the Dark Watchers of California?” by Bipin Dimri on Historic My...

In this week’s episode, Lindsay does an overview of lore’s most ethereal topic: Astrology. As the wine flows, the ladies praise dolphin cadets, dissect the Gregorian calendar, and get kicked out of astronomy class. “Vedic Astrology Guide: Everything to Know.”   Skyler Caruso for People. “Lunar vs. Solar Calendars.”   Night Sky Tourist . “Spring Equinox 2024: Energy Healers on How to Rech...

In this week’s episode, Jessie shares a haunting tale that’s rocked waterways for ages: La Llorona. As the wine is shared, the ladies dream of heated bathroom floors, embody mean reiki teachers and read another Listener Lore! TW Infanticide, Suicide, Murder, Grief, Death Sources: “La Llorona” by Michelle Castro from Britannica “If You Hear the Cries of La Llorona, Run” by Lauren David from How Stu...

In this week’s episode, Sammy gives a mystical overview of one of lore’s favorite folk: The Fae. As the mead flows, the ladies unmask Ricky Gervais, become crow drug dealers, and travel to Medieval Times! TW Murder, Death Sources: “Irish Folklore Part 7: The Fairies” By Dawn Rainbolt on Wilderness Ireland “Fairies and Fairy lore: The reality of the Irish fairy” by Anon on Ireland’s Folklore and Tr...

In this week’s episode, Lindsay tells an icy tale riddled with horrors: The Wendigo. As the wine is passed, the ladies protect baby otters, cower at My Little Pony, and welcome their first ever guest! TW: Cannibalism, Gore, Horror Sources: Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer "Beware The Wendigo, The Frostbitten Flesheater of America's Chilly Heartland" by JW Ocker for Atlas Obscura "What Is...

In this week’s episode, Jessie tells a tale of deep, dark waters with never ending apparitions: the ghost ships of Lake Superior. As the wine is sipped, the ladies sing haunted skeleton songs, crack nautical puns, and scuba dive to wax museums. TW: Gore, death Today’s Sources: “Why Bodies Don’t Decompose in Michigan’s Lake Superior” by Scott Clow from 99.1 WFITIK “Myths and Mysteries of Lake Super...

In this week’s episode, Sammy brings in a baffling mystery that has haunted a small village for decades: The Hoia-Baciu Forest. As the wine is sipped, the ladies discuss time portals, cry about poison ivy, and sing the Rip Van Winkle song. Today's Sources: “What’s inside Hoia Baciu Forest, the world’s most haunted forest?” By Precious Rongmei on Times of India Travel “Stories From the Hoia-Baciu F...

In this week’s episode, Lindsay takes a deep dive through the looking glass: Mirrors. As the wine flows, the ladies cure their allergies, determine their soulmates and death dates, and hear Sammy’s first ghost story! Sources: "The Spooky Science of Why Mirrors Can Freak Us Out So Much" by Kate Golembiewski at Atlas Obscura "Why Are the Mirrors Covered in a House of Mourning?" by Aron Moss at Chaba...