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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 . ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ———————...

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: Episode 84: LorePodcast.com/episodes/84 Episode 116: LorePodcast.com/episodes/116 Episode 172: LorePodcast.com/episodes/172 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the s...

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. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode...

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 by  Cassandra de Alba . ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grima...

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: Episode 90: LorePodcast.com/episodes/90 Episode 202: LorePodcast.com/episodes/202 Episode 229: LorePodcast.com/episodes/229 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the...

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. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepod...

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. ————————— Lore...

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 . ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  ...

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. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop All t...

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: Episode 111: LorePodcast.com/episodes/111 Episode 143: LorePodcast.com/episodes/143 Episode Legends 30: LorePodcast.com/episodes/legends30 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/source...

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. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  ...

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. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   Official Lore Merchandise:...

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 . ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mil...

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. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   Official L...

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: Episode 24: LorePodcast.com/episodes/24 Episode 207: LorePodcast.com/episodes/207 Episode 265: LorePodcast.com/episodes/265 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows...

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 by  Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/m...

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. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.c...

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 by  Jamie Vargas . ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sour...

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: Episode 18: LorePodcast.com/episodes/18 Episode 48: LorePodcast.com/episodes/48 Episode 101: LorePodcast.com/episodes/101 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from G...

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. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lor...

While you're guaranteed to find a lot of spooky tales in the biggest, brightest cities, sometimes all it takes is a quick trip upstate to find a set of stories that are truly unique—and downright terrifying. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Jamie Vargas . ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodc...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (288: Doom & Gloom) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 50: LorePodcast.com/episodes/50 Episode 111: LorePodcast.com/episodes/111 Episode 151: LorePodcast.com/episodes/151 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows...

Folklore might be all around us, but sometimes the most frightening kind of story points in a very particular direction. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by  Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   Official Lore Merchandise: lorepod...

One of the most iconic creatures from folklore has a terrifyingly evil nature hidden beneath its beautiful facade. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Cassandra de Alba . ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Sponsors...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (287: It Takes a Village) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 25: LorePodcast.com/episodes/25 Episode 140: LorePodcast.com/episodes/140 Episode 156: LorePodcast.com/episodes/156 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the...