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There are a lot of well-worn tales in the world of folklore. But there are some truly astonishing—and frightening—stories waiting for us just off the path, hidden away in the shadows. Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott, and music by Chad Lawson. ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All...

Behind every vampire is a hunter looking to stop them, and this remastered classic episode takes us deep inside that mythology. Fresh narration and music, plus a brand new bonus story at the end! Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry Marks. ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/musi...

Some fads are more than a harmless form of entertainment. In fact, the pages of history contains one that stalked the Midwest in the 1970s…with frightful consequences. Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott, and music by Chad Lawson. ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from G...

In this remastered classic episode, we revisit the story of Mary Toft and her unusual pregnancy. This episode features brand new narration and scoring, plus an exclusive new bonus story at the end. Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry Marks. ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/mu...

One of our most common desires, no matter our culture, religion, or station in life, is something that countless practitioners of folk magic have spent their lives pursuing—sometimes with dark results. Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott, and music by Chad Lawson. ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast....

This remastered classic episode—complete with fresh narration and scoring—takes us back through the history of mysterious fires that seem to come from within. And be sure to stick around for the brand new bonus story at the end. Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry Marks. ———————— Lore Resources:   Ep...

Most of the frightening folklore we talk about takes place on the ground. But a little over a century ago, one ancient belief found new life in the skies above us—and the results were terrifying. Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott, and music by Chad Lawson. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sou...

Graves and corpses feature prominently in all sorts of folklore, which is why we love this remastered classic episode of Lore so much. Let's reunite with Burke and Hare, and hollow their exploits to the bloody end. Plus, there's a brand new bonus story at the end! Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry...

One of the most attractive roads to travel for many people are the ones that lead deep into the world of the occult. But sometimes they can also be incredibly dangerous. Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott and music by Chad Lawson. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   Access premium conte...

Some places on the map are legendary, and Eastern State Penitentiary fits the bill. In this remastered classic episode of Lore, we return to those musty halls and explore the ghosts that still haunt them. Be sure to stick around for the brand new bonus story at the end! Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and...

Some of the darkest folklore in America is hidden right inside many of the place names that are dotted across the landscape—and one special location that defies the norm. 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 Gri...

In this remastered classic, we return to Scotland's deadly past, where one person's accusations of witchcraft could bring an entire community to its knees. And don't miss the brand new bonus story at the end! Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry Marks. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodc...

While humans have depended on them for fresh water and transportation over the millennia, the rivers in our community have also become home to terrifying folklore.  Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott and music by Chad Lawson. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim &...

In this Remastered classic episode, let's return to the city that seems to have it all: celebration, food, the arts…and a whole lot of darkness. Welcome back to New Orleans. Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry Marks. ——————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All...

Some of the most unusual stories in history have a connection to something many of us have living right inside our homes. But just because they're familiar doesn't mean they aren't chilling. ———————— Sign up for The Epitaph, the official Lore newsletter, here: lorepodcast.com/newsletter ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All...

In this remastered episode, we return to the courtroom for a look at a most unusual case. This classic episode has been completely re-recorded and re-produced, along with a brand new bonus story at the end. Enjoy! Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry Marks. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episod...

Some of the most bizarre celebrities of the past all fall under one umbrella, and you won't need an Ouija board to guess how their careers ended. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com Access premium content! ©2022 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.   To advertise on our podcast...

Bundle up, because we're returning to the frigid mountain crime scene that has baffled historians for decades: Dyatlov Pass. This remastered classic episode features brand new narration and production, plus a never-before heard bonus story. Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry Marks. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lor...

Often times the more revered and sacred a space is, the more haunted by a trouble past it's likely to be. And as we see from this tour of the American landscape, those stories are more than a little disturbing. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com Access premium content! ©2022...

One source of common—and dramatic—folklore is living right inside many of our homes. It's a feature of civilization that dates back thousands of years, and the superstitions it has attracted make for a powerful—and problematic—history. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com Acce...

Some of the darkest moments in history happened in the sweet spot between folklore and science. And if one particular event from Philadelphia has anything to teach us, it's that moments like that are difficult to accept—and more than a little frightening. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: www....

There are a lot of strange corners in the world of folklore, but one of the most unusual also tends to fit into our pockets. And the stories surrounding them are beyond chilling. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com Access premium content! ©2022 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserv...

Everything falls apart. But that's a horrifying truth when applied to one specific location in Ohio. Because failure can often lead to tragedy. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com Access premium content! ———————— ©2022 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.   To advertise on our...

Tucked away in one of the most well-known types of figures in folklore is an idea we can all relate to. But at the same time, its implication has played out in some rather horrifying ways. ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ©2022 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved. Access pre...

  Humans have never let go of folklore designed to help us find things, even if it seems like it's from another time, long ago. But in stories about our search for things, it's possibly to find something a lot more thrilling. Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Sam Alberty. ———————— ANNOUNCEMENT LINKS Bridgewater: www.grimandmild.com/bridgewater 13 Days of Halloween: www.grimand...