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Lore

Aaron Mahnkewww.lorepodcast.com
The award-winning podcast (also a TV show & book series) about dark historical tales. Each episode explores the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.

Episodes

Deeper Lore: 277 (120, 208, & Legends 36)

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 All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved....

Apr 10, 20252 min

Lore 277: In the Rough

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: lorepodcast.com/shop All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Sponsors: BetterHelp : Lore is ...

Apr 07, 202539 minEp. 327

Legends 50: Settling Up

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 shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Sponsors: Smalls : Smalls cat food is protein packed re...

Mar 31, 202532 minEp. 326

Deeper Lore: 276 (43, 113, & 122)

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 Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com...

Mar 27, 20252 min

Lore 276: Heads Up

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: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/sh...

Mar 24, 202536 minEp. 325

A Happy Update

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.

Mar 18, 20258 min

Legends 49: Scars

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: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Sponsors: BetterHelp : Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy ...

Mar 17, 202529 minEp. 324

Deeper Lore: 275 (57, 155, & 81)

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 from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com...

Mar 13, 20252 min

Lore 275: Taking Control

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/shop All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Sponsors: Acorns : Acorns helps you automa...

Mar 10, 202533 minEp. 323

Legends 48: Oh Deer

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 shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Sponsors: Mint Mobile : For a limited time, wireless plan...

Mar 03, 202530 minEp. 322

Deeper Lore: 274 (117, 141, & 165)

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 shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertiseca...

Feb 27, 20253 min

Lore 274: Distant Relations

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: lorepodcast.com/sources Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimand...

Feb 24, 202533 minEp. 321

Legends 47: Darkness Rising

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

Feb 17, 202530 minEp. 320

Deeper Lore: 273 (118, 152, & 221)

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 shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved....

Feb 13, 20253 min

Lore 273: A Royal Pain

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: lorepodcast.com/sources Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimand...

Feb 10, 202535 minEp. 319

Legends 46: Landslide

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 All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ———————————— Sponsors: BetterHelp : Lore is sponsored by...

Feb 03, 202533 minEp. 318

Deeper Lore: 272 (154, 157, & 192)

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 from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved. ————————— To advertise on th...

Jan 30, 20253 min

Lore 272: Tick Talk

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 Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Sponsor...

Jan 27, 202536 minEp. 317

Legends 45: The Only Thing to Fear

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.com/sources All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ———————————— Sponsors: Hero Bread : Deli...

Jan 20, 202532 minEp. 316

Deeper Lore: 271 (37, 84, & 215)

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 from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved....

Jan 16, 20253 min

Lore 271: Chill Seekers

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 Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Spons...

Jan 13, 202536 minEp. 315

Legends 44: For Whom the Bell Tolls

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. 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: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Sponsors: Mint Mobile : For a limited time, wireless plans from Mi...

Jan 06, 202534 minEp. 314

Deeper Lore 270 (51, 68, & 117)

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 ———————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved....

Jan 02, 20252 min

Lore 270: On Display

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. ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Sponsors: Mint Mobile : For a limite...

Dec 30, 202431 minEp. 313

Legends 43: Yule Regret It

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 . ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Sponsors: Quince : Premium European clothing and accessories for 50% t...

Dec 23, 202432 minEp. 312

Deeper Lore: 269 (115, 135, & 161)

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 ———————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved....

Dec 19, 20242 min

Lore 269: There Goes My Hero

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. ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Sponsors: StoryWorth : Give the gift of precious memories with StoryWorth. Go to StoryWorth.com/lore and save $10 on y...

Dec 16, 202433 minEp. 311

Legends 42: Written in Stone

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 . ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— Sponsors: Quince : Premium European clothing and accessories for 50% to 80% le...

Dec 09, 202432 minEp. 310

Deeper Lore: 268 (192, 38, & 54)

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 ———————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved....

Dec 05, 20243 min

Lore 268: Lost Empire

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

Dec 02, 202435 minEp. 309