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Lore 260: Ghostwriter (ad-free)
Our deep desire to connect to the world of the dead has taken humanity down some fantastic roads, but few compare to the stories that came out of the early 1900s in America.Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.Sources:“9 O...
Lore Bites 97: Pay the Price
Some love stories inspire hope while delivering warm, fuzzy feelings. This, sadly, isn’t one of them.————————Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episodes each Wednesday morning.This episode was pr...
Legends 33: More Pirate Legends (ad-free)
Because the seas have been deep and dangerous for such a long time, it’s no surprise that they hold far more pirate legends than one episode can contain.Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, editing by Alex Robinson, and research by Jamie Vargas.Sources:“About Kill Dev...
Lore Live 2024!
Hey folks, Aaron here.Good news: Lore is going on tour! It’s been way too long since Chad and I have hit the road, and I can’t tell you how eager we both are to step back on stage and give you a magical evening of storytelling.If you’ve never seen a live Lore show, you’re in for a treat. With the lights down lo...
Shop Discount - August 2024
Greetings!A new month means a new Lore Shop discount code for all of you amazing Patreon supporters. Remember that these codes are good anytime during the month, and only over at the official Lore Shop.August's 20% code is: ouija24Until next time...thanks!Aaron @ Lore
Lore Bites 96: Unwanted Guests
Some homes are built to be a place where guests are expected and welcomed. But tragedy turned this space into a home for something darker.————————Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episodes each We...
Lore 259: Where the Heart Is (ad-free)
Often the places that are closest to our hearts are the most vulnerable to being haunted. Which is why, even in folklore, there’s no place like home.Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research and writing by GennaRose Nethercott, and music by Chad Lawson.Sources:“3,500-Year-Old Babylonian Tablet May Contai...
Lore Bites 95: A Cut Above
This historic Arizona hotel has hosted more than just famous guests over the years. Naturally, some visitors have yet to check out.————————Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episodes each Wednesday...
Legends 32: Dark New England (ad-free)
The older the place, the deeper the legends seem to run. And in New England, that means there’s a treasure trove of dark tales just waiting to be explored.Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, and research by Sam Alberty.Sources:Bickford, Gail H. “Lovewell’s Fight, 1...
Lore Bites 94: Picking Fate
It’s never smart to ignore the warning signs. One man, however, did more than ignore them, and that decision came back to haunt him.————————Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episodes each Wednes...
Lore 258: Wall to Wall (ad-free)
Beneath the waters of one city’s harbor waits countless tales of ghosts and demons from its past.Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Alexandra Steed and music by Chad Lawson.—————————Sources:“Nix's Mate Pirate Curse,” Celebrate Boston, http://www.celebrateboston.com/ghost/...
Updates & Announcements – July 2024
Hey folks, Aaron here!I wanted to get a few announcements in front of you, my truest, most committed supporters. It's a mix of good and bad news, but that's life I suppose. So let's get right into it.Behind the LoreSadly, the weekly researcher interview episodes we call Behind the Lorehave had to come to an...
Lore Bites 93: Wrecked
Technology has fueled our drive to keep moving farther from where we started. But sometimes the world beyond the veil steps in and tells us to stop.————————Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episod...
Legends 31: Slither (ad-free)
Some legends are harder to find, often requiring us to dig a little deeper. Thankfully, the stories we’re looking for are right under our feet.Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, and research by Jamie Vargas.Sources:Alberts, Elizabeth Claire. “New Map Shows Where the...
Lore Bites 92: Ghostly Memory
Tragedy and memory often go hand in hand. And even though these events took place centuries ago, their echoes can still be felt today.————————Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episodes each Wednes...
Lore 257: Blasted (ad-free)
Some of the most fascinating—and terrifying—folklore out there is related to healing. But be careful: these aren’t your grandmother’s fairy tales.Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Alex Robinson, and music by Chad Lawson.—————————Sources:...
Shop Discount - July 2024
Greetings!A new month means a new Lore Shop discount code for all of you amazing Patreon supporters. Remember that these codes are good anytime during the month, and only over at the official Lore Shop.July’s 20% code is: faerie24Until next time...thanks!Aaron @ Lore
Lore Bites 91: Iron-Clad
The legends holding this tree together are sharper and more piercing than an iron nail.————————Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episodes each Wednesday morning.This episode was produced by Aaron ...
Legends 30: Death Omens (ad-free)
Few things are as terrifying as the mystery of our own deaths. Thankfully, folklore has stepped in with legends that hint at early answers, giving hope and chills in equal measure.Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba.—————————Sources:“B...
Lore Bites 90: Stairway to Heaven
A troubling problem. A miraculous solution. And a frightening realization.————————Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episodes each Wednesday morning.This episode was produced by Aaron Mahnke, with ...
Lore 256: Cursed (ad-free)
We often look to artwork as a source of inspiration, hope, and entertainment. But some examples throughout history have developed a reputation for something darker and more sinister.Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by GennaRose Nethercott, and music by Chad Lawson.Sources:“7 Amazing Fa...
Lore Bites 89: Manananggal
Sink your teeth into this bloody bit of folklore from the other side of the globe. But, just to be safe, you might want to bring some garlic along for the ride.————————Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look fo...
Legends 29: Ghost Towns (ad-free)
One of our biggest obsessions as a culture is abandoned places. But once you dig into the legends about these locations, it’s clear that something still lives inside them.Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba and editing by Alex Robinson.Sources:Bailey, B...
Lore Bites 88: Mount Holly
This documented witch trial is unlike anything you’ve ever heard about before—but not for the reasons you might think.————————Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episodes each Wednesday morning....
Lore 255: Off the Rails (ad-free)
Every narrative trope has an origin story. This murder mystery staple, however, might just be the most suspenseful of them all.Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Sam Alberty, and music by Chad Lawson.Sources:“Alleged Murder on the Brighton Railway”. The Times. 6...
Shop Discount - June 2024
Greetings!A new month means a new Lore Shop discount code for all of you amazing Patreon supporters. Remember that these codes are good anytime during the month, and only over at the official Lore Shop.June’s 20% code is: ghostly24Until next time...thanks!Aaron @ Lore
Lore Bites 87: The Man From Manila
We’ve all daydreamed of being in two places at once. But if this story from the 16th Century is any indication, at least one man experienced something close.————————Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for...
Legends 28: Lizard People (ad-free)
Snakes and lizards have frightened people around the world for thousands of years. But the truly terrifying stories of scaley beings exist in the legends we whisper around campfires.Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba.Sources:Barkun, Michael. A Culture of...
Lore Bites 86: Glass Casket
Some folklore is so opaque that the truth is difficult to locate. This story, however, is crystal clear.————————Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episodes each Wednesday morning.This episode was n...
Lore 254: Remnants (ad-free)
While every place has a dark history that seeps into the present, this particular spot is home to an eclectic and strange mix of hauntings and spooks.Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Cassandra de Alba and music by Chad Lawson.Sources:Episode
