The Podcast - Lore

Some regions of North America might have taken different routes through history to our own, but that doesn't mean the legends they've collected are any less terrifying.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Cassandra de Alba.

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• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode The Silver Scream (190, 198, & 246) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 190: LorePodcast.com/episodes/190
• Episode 198: LorePodcast.com/episodes/198
• Episode 246: LorePodcast.com/episodes/246

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Lore Resources:

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

©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

We look to the theater for entertainment, distraction, and inspiration. But like so many other areas of popular culture, that glitz and glamour hides a darker past.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.

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Lore Resources:

• Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music
• Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources
• Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop
• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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Sponsors:

• BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/LORE, and get on your way to being your best self.
• Warby Parker: Visit one of over 270 stores to find your next pair of glasses, or go to WarbyParker.com/LORE to try on any pair virtually!
• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.
• Mint Mobile: For a limited time, wireless plans from Mint Mobile are $15 a month when you purchase a 3-month plan with UNLIMITED talk, text and data at MintMobile.com/lore.

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Humans have spent a very long time collecting and sharing specific tales. But just because the most popular ones are bright and cheerful doesn't mean the rest are without shadows.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Jamie Vargas and GennaRose Nethercott.

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Lore Resources:

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

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Sponsors:

• BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/LORE, and get on your way to being your best self.
• Quince: Premium European clothing and accessories for 50% to 80% less than similar brands, at Quince.com/LORE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
• Warby Parker: Visit one of over 270 stores to find your next pair of glasses, or go to WarbyParker.com/LORE to try on any pair virtually!
• Avocado Green Mattress: Shop now at AvocadoMattress.com, and save up to 10% on certified organic mattresses.

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (280: Flower Power) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 81: LorePodcast.com/episodes/81
• Episode 118: LorePodcast.com/episodes/118
• Episode 166: LorePodcast.com/episodes/166

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Lore Resources:

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

©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

The soil of history is rich with all sorts of traditions and folklore, many of which have sprouted into deadly tools and powerful magic. At least, that's what the stories tell us.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.

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Lore Resources:

• Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music
• Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources
• Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop
• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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Sponsors:

• BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/LORE, and get on your way to being your best self.
• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.
• SimpliSafe: Secure your home with 24/7 professional monitoring. Sign up today at SimpliSafe.com/Lore to get 20% off any new SimpliSafe system with Fast Protect Monitoring.
• Goldbelly: Get the most iconic, famous foods from restaurants all across the US, shipped free to your door anywhere in the country. Go to GoldBelly.com and get free shipping and 20% off your first order with promo code LORE.

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Legends are all around us. But few topics in the world of folklore do as good a job of illuminating our flawed human nature as the stories hanging over our heads.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Cassandra de Alba.

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Lore Resources:

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

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Sponsors:

• Avocado Green Mattress: Shop now at AvocadoMattress.com, and save up to 10% on certified organic mattresses.
• Acorns: Acorns helps you automatically save & invest for your future. Head to Acorns.com/LORE to sign up for Acorns to start saving and investing for your future today!
• Goldbelly: Get the most iconic, famous foods from restaurants all across the US, shipped free to your door anywhere in the country. Go to to GoldBelly.com and get free shipping and 20% off your first order with promo code LORE.
• Warby Parker: Visit one of over 270 stores to find your next pair of glasses, or go to WarbyParker.com/LORE to try on any pair virtually!

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (279: Singular) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 130: LorePodcast.com/episodes/130
• Episode 176: LorePodcast.com/episodes/176
• Episode 205: LorePodcast.com/episodes/205

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Lore Resources:

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

©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Even the brightest members of the fairytale world have dark and shadowy origins. In fact, one particular medieval beast developed a terrifying reputation that is still a part of our world today.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Jamie Vargas, and music by Chad Lawson.

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Lore Resources:

• Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music
• Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources
• Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop
• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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Sponsors:

• BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/LORE, and get on your way to being your best self.
• Mint Mobile: For a limited time, wireless plans from Mint Mobile are $15 a month when you purchase a 3-month plan with UNLIMITED talk, text and data at MintMobile.com/lore.
• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.
• StoryWorth: Give the gift of precious memories with StoryWorth. Go to StoryWorth.com/lore and save $10 on your first purchase.

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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.

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Lore Resources:

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

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Sponsors:

• Warby Parker: Visit one of over 270 stores to find your next pair of glasses, or go to WarbyParker.com/LORE to try on any pair virtually!
• Acorns Early: Acorns Early is a smart money app and debit card for kids that helps them learn the value of money. Head to AcornsEarly.com/LORE, or download the Acorns Early app to get started today!
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• Quince: Premium European clothing and accessories for 50% to 80% less than similar brands, at Quince.com/LORE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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

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Lore Resources:

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

©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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.

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Lore Resources:

• Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music
• Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources
• Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop
• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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Sponsors:

• BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/LORE, and get on your way to being your best self.
• 1-800-Flowers: Right now, when you order one dozen roses, they'll double it to TWO dozen for FREE, at 1800Flowers.com/LORE.
• SimpliSafe: Secure your home with 24/7 professional monitoring. Sign up today at SimpliSafe.com/Lore to get 20% off any new SimpliSafe system with Fast Protect Monitoring.
• Avocado Green Mattress: Shop now at AvocadoMattress.com, and save 10% on certified organic mattresses.

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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.

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Lore Resources:

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

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Sponsors:

• GoldBelly: Get the most iconic, famous foods from restaurants all across the US, shipped free to your door anywhere in the country. Go to to GoldBelly.com and get free shipping and 20% off your first order with promo code LORE.
• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.
• Avocado Green Mattress: Shop now at AvocadoMattress.com, and save up to 10% on certified organic mattresses.
• Acorns: Acorns helps you automatically save & invest for your future. Head to Acorns.com/LORE to sign up for Acorns to start saving and investing for your future today!

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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

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Lore Resources:

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

©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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.

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Lore Resources:

• Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music
• Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources
• Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop
• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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Sponsors:

• BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/LORE, and get on your way to being your best self.
• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.
• Mint Mobile: For a limited time, wireless plans from Mint Mobile are $15 a month when you purchase a 3-month plan with UNLIMITED talk, text and data at MintMobile.com/lore.

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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.

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Lore Resources:

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

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Sponsors:

• Smalls: Smalls cat food is protein packed recipes made with preservative free ingredients you'd find in your fridge… and it's delivered right to your door. For 50% off your first order, head to Smalls.com and use code LORE.
• Quince: Premium European clothing and accessories for 50% to 80% less than similar brands, at Quince.com/LORE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
• Tax Network USA: A free consultation with tax experts can help you avoid unnecessary penalties and gain peace of mind knowing you have professionals on your side. Call 1-800-958-1000 or visit TNUSA.com/lore.

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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

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Lore Resources:

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

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.

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Lore Resources:

• Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music
• Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources
• Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop
• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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Sponsors:

• Hero Bread: Delicious and flavorful bread that has ultra-low NET carbs, zero grams of sugar, and is high in fiber. Get 10% off your order by going to hero.co and using the code LORE at checkout.
• Quince: Premium European clothing and accessories for 50% to 80% less than similar brands, at Quince.com/LORE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
• Tax Network USA: A free consultation with tax experts can help you avoid unnecessary penalties and gain peace of mind knowing you have professionals on your side. Call 1-800-958-1000 or visit TNUSA.com/lore.

To report a concern regarding a radio-style, non-Aaron ad in this episode, reach out to ads@lorepodcast.com with the name of the company or organization so we can look into it.

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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!

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©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.

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Lore Resources:

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

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Sponsors:

• BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/LORE, and get on your way to being your best self.
• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.
• SimpliSafe: Secure your home with 24/7 professional monitoring. Sign up today at SimpliSafe.com/Lore to get 20% off any new SimpliSafe system with Fast Protect Monitoring.

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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

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Lore Resources:

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

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.

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Lore Resources:

• Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music
• Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources
• Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop
• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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Sponsors:

• Acorns: Acorns helps you automatically save & invest for your future. Head to Acorns.com/LORE to sign up for Acorns to start saving and investing for your future today!

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To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com. Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/lore

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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.

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Lore Resources:

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

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Sponsors:

• Mint Mobile: For a limited time, wireless plans from Mint Mobile are $15 a month when you purchase a 3-month plan with UNLIMITED talk, text and data at MintMobile.com/lore.

• Smalls: Smalls cat food is protein packed recipes made with preservative free ingredients you'd find in your fridge… and it's delivered right to your door. For 50% off your first order, head to Smalls.com and use code LORE.

• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.

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To report a concern regarding a radio-style, non-Aaron ad in this episode, reach out to ads @ lorepodcast.com with the name of the company or organization so we can look into it.

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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

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Lore Resources:

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

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To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/Lore

©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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.

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Lore Resources:

• Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music
• Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources
• Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop
• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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Sponsors:

• BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/LORE, and get on your way to being your best self.
• MeUndies: Get insanely comfy-yet-sexy Undies and Loungewear, and score huge site-wide savings at MeUndies.com/lore, enter promo code LORE.
• Quince: Premium European clothing and accessories for 50% to 80% less than similar brands, at Quince.com/LORE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.

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To report a concern regarding a radio-style, non-Aaron ad in this episode, reach out to ads@lorepodcast.com with the name of the company or organization so we can look into it.

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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.

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Lore Resources:

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

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Sponsors:

• SimpliSafe: Secure your home with 24/7 professional monitoring. Sign up today at SimpliSafe.com/Lore to get 20% off any new SimpliSafe system with Fast Protect Monitoring.
• Hero Bread: Delicious and flavorful bread that has ultra-low NET carbs, zero grams of sugar, and is high in fiber. Get 10% off your order by going to hero.co and using the code LORE at checkout.
• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.

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To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/Lore

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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Folklore has a way of ringing down through the centuries, calling out to be heard. And for this particular set of legends, that couldn't be more literal—or terrifying.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (270: On Display) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/51
• Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/68
• Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/117

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Sometimes appearances can be deceiving. Right beneath the surface, dark stories are hidden from view. All we need to do to uncover the shadows, though, is to pay them a visit.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson, research by Jamie Vargas, and music by Chad Lawson.

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The most wonderful time of the year has a few secrets. According to legend, there are a few holiday characters that often get ignored—and that could be dangerous.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson, and research by Jamie Vargas.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (269: There Goes My Hero) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 115: LorePodcast.com/episodes/115
• Episode 135: LorePodcast.com/episodes/135
• Episode 161: LorePodcast.com/episodes/161

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War has given us a lot of artifacts throughout history, but the most frightening relics are the stories it leaves behind.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Jamie Vargas and music by Chad Lawson.

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Stone is a powerful tool for recording history. But if the stories are true, the tales it tells can also hide dark and menacing secrets.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson, and research by Jamie Vargas and Robin Miniter.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (244: Stolen) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 192: LorePodcast.com/episodes/192
• Episode 38: LorePodcast.com/episodes/38
• Episode 54: LorePodcast.com/episodes/54

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One of the most ancient folk stories in history has been the subject of debate for thousands of years. And the real world events and ideas that it spawned are truly bizarre.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Sam Alberty and Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.

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Some locations in the world have a reputation for being peaceful sanctuaries. Which makes the legends told about them all the more terrifying.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson, and research by Jamie Vargas.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (267: Curveball) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/13
• Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/83
• Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/127

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Folklore is often grown in the fertile soil of doubt and a lack of control. And within one specific national pastime, those elements have allowed some wild and unusual stories to take root and grow.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Sam Alberty, and music by Chad Lawson.

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The world around us shapes the stories we tell, even in the harshest conditions. So it's no wonder these legends from Greenland have the power to give us chills.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson, and research by Jamie Vargas.

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• Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/84
• Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/116
• Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/172

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The end of the world has always been a big fear. And fear, as we all know, is a powerful fuel for driving folklore into the future. Let's meet one individual who did just that, while also leaving us with a fascinating mystery to unravel.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Sam Alberty, and music by Chad Lawson.

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History has left us with countless stories of ghosts that stay in one place. But every now and then, our spectral neighbors uproot themselves and do a bit of traveling, leaving us with stories that are much more frightening than the rest.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson, and research by Jamie Vargas.

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