Lore

We might long for vacations in beautiful, sunlit settings as a break from the mundane, but just because a place is a paradise doesn't mean it has no shadows. 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/sources   All the shows from Grim & Mild:...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (278: Bad For Business) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 8: LorePodcast.com/episodes/8 Episode 111: LorePodcast.com/episodes/111 Episode 215: LorePodcast.com/episodes/215 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the show...

It's easy to think of folklore and the supernatural as something that sits outside our little bubble of normal life. But in many cases throughout history, spooky things had a way of creeping into one of the most mundane areas of society: the business world. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————...

All the power and privilege in the world can't guarantee safety. And if these legends are any indication, the list of risks includes the supernatural. 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: ww...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (Episode 277: In the Rough) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 120: LorePodcast.com/episodes/120 Episode 208: LorePodcast.com/episodes/208 Legends 36: LorePodcast.com/episodes/legends36 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  ...

Some corners of folklore sparkle more than others. But just because the subject matter is pretty doesn't mean it's safe. 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: lorepodc...

No community is a stranger to pain. To test this assertion, we're heading into one of the far corners of America to see what sort of tragedy might be lurking in the record books. 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/sources   All the sh...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (276: Heads Up) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 43: LorePodcast.com/episodes/43 Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/113 Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/122 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows from...

A good amount of history is nothing more than normal, everyday people doing their best to keep their heads in troubling situations. According to folklore, though, there have also been a few memorable, terrifying failures. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by  Jamie Vargas, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorep...

A special announcement for a special day. Thank you to everyone who has constantly, generously, and joyfully supported this show over the years.  Here's to many more! ———————————— ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Injuries often leave marks that stick with us for years. In locations designed for violence, though, scars often reach a new level of pain and darkness. 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:...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (275: Taking Control) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 57: LorePodcast.com/episodes/57 Episode 155: LorePodcast.com/episodes/155 Episode 81: LorePodcast.com/episodes/81 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows...

Thankfully, every rule has an exception, as this tragic story from 16th century France makes painfully clear. 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: lorepodcast.com/sho...

Roaming around a small wooded corner of folklore are four-legged creatures that might not be what they seem. These legends hold a lot of danger…and maybe something darker. 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 show...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (274: Distant Relations) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 117: LorePodcast.com/episodes/117 Episode 141: LorePodcast.com/episodes/141 Episode 165: LorePodcast.com/episodes/165 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the...

Despite the oceans and centuries that separate various cultures, it is often the folklore that acts like a glue, uniting humanity in a shared world of terrifying legends. 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: lorepodcas...

The cool waters of the ponds and lakes that dot our landscape are often seen as safe retreats for recreation and rest. But if these legends have anything to teach us, it's that there is always a bit of darkness beneath the surface. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by  Jamie Vargas . ———————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (273: A Royal Pain) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 118: LorePodcast.com/episodes/118 Episode 152: LorePodcast.com/episodes/152 Episode 221: LorePodcast.com/episodes/221 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the show...

During their earthly lives, rulers often demanded the power of the divine. In death, though, many seem to have stuck around, unable to relinquish the power they loved so much. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by  Jamie Vargas, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcas...

History is often a discipline focused on looking backward. But scattered within those dusty pages are stories of those who seemed to be able to look ahead…with terrifying results. 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   Al...

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (272: Tick Talk) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 154: LorePodcast.com/episodes/154 Episode 157: LorePodcast.com/episodes/157 Episode 192: LorePodcast.com/episodes/192 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows f...

We live our lives by the clock and never think twice about it. But history is filled with stories that should make us very, very afraid of time. 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 Lo...

The legends that fill our world often give us good reasons to be afraid. But there's one thing most of us fear above all else, and when it succeeds in defeating us, the results can be terrifying. 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....

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (271: Chill Seekers) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 37: LorePodcast.com/episodes/37 Episode 84: LorePodcast.com/episodes/84 Episode 215: LorePodcast.com/episodes/215 ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music   Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources   All the shows f...

This epic crossover between two cultural powerhouses is enough to leave us haunted by a tragic era—and it will give you some chills along the way. 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...