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

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©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (265: Friend or Faux) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 82: LorePodcast.com/episodes/82
• Episode 131: LorePodcast.com/episodes/131
• Episode Legends 11: LorePodcast.com/episodes/legends11

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• 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.

Many animals in the world of folklore are inventions designed to fulfill one purpose or another. But if the stories are true, some of those inventions haven’t been satisfied with remaining in our heads.

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

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

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• 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.
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We’ve all heard that war often leaves a few ghost stories in its wake. As proof, we offer a key territory in America’s most formative conflict…and all the terrifying stories that still linger there as a result.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks, and research by Jamie Vargas.

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

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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.
• 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.

©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (264: Engine Trouble) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 149: LorePodcast.com/episodes/149
• Episode 209: LorePodcast.com/episodes/209
• Episode 89: LorePodcast.com/episodes/89

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• 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.

Humans have always had a need for speed. But whether we got our fix in the ancient world, or on modern roads, the results have often turned out to be more than a little terrifying.

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

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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.
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• 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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Folklore grows. It has roots that run deep and branches that stretch out far and wide. The stories we pluck from it are fruit, in more ways than one—and that’s not necessarily a safe thing.

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

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

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©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (263: Elementary) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 61: LorePodcast.com/episodes/61
• Episode 78: LorePodcast.com/episodes/78
• Episode 215: LorePodcast.com/episodes/215

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

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©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

When we talk about the intersection of history and folklore, few individuals in history sat themselves so firmly on that target like well-known one man. The lesser known elements of his life, though, are the most fascinating.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, and 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 
• 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.
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Legends 36: Strike It Rich

Few human characteristics generate more legends than our greed and corruption. So it should be no surprise that entire towns built on those principles are often filled with ghosts.

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

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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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• 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 (262: Broken Lines) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 51: LorePodcast.com/episodes/51
• Episode 68: LorePodcast.com/episodes/68
• Episode 117: LorePodcast.com/episodes/117

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

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©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Some of the darker stories in history take generations to develop, coming down to us over the years one broken piece at a time. And the best way to enjoy their power is by putting them back together again.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with 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 
• 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.

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Some of the most terrifying legends in history come from one place: beneath the shadow of an executioner.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Sam Alberty.

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

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©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (261: Attraction) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 17: LorePodcast.com/episodes/17
• Episode 82: LorePodcast.com/episodes/82
• Episode 29: LorePodcast.com/episodes/29

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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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Folklore is often confined to circles around the campfire or whispered stories at slumber parties. But for a time in America, people turned folklore into things worth traveling to see. And their methods were rather tricky.

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

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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.
• 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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The legends that are unique to America might be newer than some, but they still pack a powerful punch. But however familiar they might be, there’s always a darker side that needs to be explored.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, editing by Alex Robinson, and research by Alexandra Steed.

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

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Sponsors:

• Thorne: Give your body what it really needs with Thorne. Go to Thorne.fit/lorepodcast for 10% off your first order.
• 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
• 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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©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (260: Ghostwriter) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 37: LorePodcast.com/episodes/37
• Episode 61: LorePodcast.com/episodes/61
• Episode 215: LorePodcast.com/episodes/215

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• 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.

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.

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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

Sponsors:

• Stamps: Never go to the Post Office again. Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at Stamps.com/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.
• 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.

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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, editing by Alex Robinson, and research by Jamie Vargas.

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• 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 Mint Mobile are $15 a month when you purchase a 3-month plan with UNLIMITED talk, text and data at MintMobile.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.
• 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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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (259: Where the Heart Is) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 20: LorePodcast.com/episodes/20
• Episode 79: LorePodcast.com/episodes/79
• Episode 153: LorePodcast.com/episodes/153

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• 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.

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.

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• 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 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.

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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.

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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

Sponsors:

• Thorne: Give your body what it really needs with Thorne. Go to Thorne.fit/lorepodcast for 10% off your first order.
• 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. 
• 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.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (258: Wall to Wall) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/55
• Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/64
• Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/40

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• 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.

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.

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• 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.
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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.

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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

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.
• 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.
• 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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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (257: Blasted) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 5: LorePodcast.com/episodes/5
• Episode 11: LorePodcast.com/episodes/11
• Episode 197: LorePodcast.com/episodes/197

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• 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.

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.

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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

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.

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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.

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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

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!
• 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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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (256: Cursed) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/13
• Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/127
• Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/221

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• 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.

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.

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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

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.
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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.

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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:

• 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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• Harry’s: Don’t settle for the status quo. Get started with a $13 trial shave set for just $3 at Harrys.com/LORE.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (255: Off the Rails) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/195
• Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/198
• Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/199

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

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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.

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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

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.
• Stamps: Never go to the Post Office again. Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at Stamps.com/LORE.
• 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.

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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.

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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:

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (254: Remnants) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 62: LorePodcast.com/episodes/62
• Episode 139: LorePodcast.com/episodes/139
• Episode 144: LorePodcast.com/episodes/144

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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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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.

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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

Sponsors:

• Thorne: Give your body what it really needs with Thorne. Go to Thorne.fit/lorepodcast for 10% off your first order.
• 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.

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Some of the most haunting legends are rooted in moments when people did horrible things out of fear—all in the search for someone to blame.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks 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

Sponsors:

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (253: Compelled) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 57: LorePodcast.com/episodes/57
• Episode 191: LorePodcast.com/episodes/191
• Episode 185: LorePodcast.com/episodes/185

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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

©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

One of humanity’s deepest fears has always been focused on the evil forces that scheme to destroy us, and how far they will go to get that job done.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Alexandra Steed and music by Chad Lawson.

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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

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.

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Some of the most frightening—and fascinating—stories in folklore are all about living remnants from the distant past. Let’s go hunting, shall we?

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks 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:

• 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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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (252: Unto Death) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 125: LorePodcast.com/episodes/125
• Episode 221: LorePodcast.com/episodes/221
• Legends 14: LorePodcast.com/episodes/Legends14

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• 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.

History is full of countless stories of people loving each other across all sorts of obstacles and divides. But it’s the greatest boundary of all that has generated the most fascinating—and terrifying—tales of all.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Alex Robinson, and music by Chad Lawson.

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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

Sponsors:

• Thorne: Give your body what it really needs with Thorne. Go to Thorne.fit/lorepodcast for 10% off your first order.
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• 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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Cursed literature and haunted tomes fill a category of folklore that never gets enough love. This tour through the some of history’s most deadly books is sure to help you find a few new favorites.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba.

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Announcement Links: 

• Cabinet of Curiosities book - preorder here
• That’s Just Weird: grimandmild.com/weird
• The Legendry: patreon.com/TheLegendry

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 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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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (251: Casting Shade) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 196: LorePodcast.com/episodes/196
• Episode 127: LorePodcast.com/episodes/127
• Episode 221: LorePodcast.com/episodes/221

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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

©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Magic shows and illusions are often viewed as the stuff of childhood parties and tv specials. But as this journey into ancient history shows us, the history of magic is a lot more frightening than we might think.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Alexandra Steed and music by Chad Lawson.

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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.
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• 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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Few possibilities fill us with as much dread as premature burial. Unfortunately, the examples we can find in the pages of history—whether caused by illness or a botched execution—only seem to justify that fear.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks 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:

• SimplliSafe: 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.
• Stamps: Never go to the Post Office again. Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at Stamps.com/LORE.
• Skylight Frame: Share your memories with the people that matter. Get 15% off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/LORE. 

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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 20: LorePodcast.com/episodes/20
• Episode 102: LorePodcast.com/episodes/102
• Episode 206: LorePodcast.com/episodes/206

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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

©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

No matter how far we go or what we try to leave behind, there’s always something following us, haunting the places we call home.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Sam Alberty 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:

• 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.
• Thorne: Give your body what it really needs with Thorne. Go to Thorne.fit/lorepodcast for 10% off your first order.
• 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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Graveyards are the resting place for a lot of spooky folklore. But one strange element from the Victorian era has stuck around long enough to acquire some frightening stories of its own.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, and research by Cassandra de Alba and 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

Sponsors:

• 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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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (249: Return Trip) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/32
• Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/220
• Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/47

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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

©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

History’s ability to repeat itself can sometimes be delightful, and occasionally frightening. But few examples are as terrifying as these aviation-based tales.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with 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 
• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

Sponsors:

• Article: Beautiful, high quality furniture with a delightful design (and price) for every home. Get $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more at Article.com/LORE.
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Some of the most popular legends all feature the same central character. And in doing so, they tend to add both delight and fear in equal measures.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks 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.
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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (248: Blowout) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/81
• Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/186
• Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/134

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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

©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Throughout history, some of the most joyful parts of life have had a dark, terrifying core. Some invitations apparently deliver more drama than they promise.

Produced by Aaron Mahnke, researched and written by GennaRose Nethercott, 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:

• 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.

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Some legends evolve over time, sometimes taking centuries to fully mature. But one urban myth, at least, seems to have arrived nearly complete. And it’s been terrifying from the beginning.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Aaron Mahnke and Harry Marks, 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:

• Stamps: Never go to the Post Office again. Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at Stamps.com/LORE.
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©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (247: Subterranean) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 198: LorePodcast.com/episodes/159
• Episode 124: LorePodcast.com/episodes/120
• Episode 190: LorePodcast.com/episodes/2

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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

©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

So much for folklore is hiding just beauty the surface of seemingly normal places. The process of digging, though, isn’t without risk.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with 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 
• 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.
• SimplliSafe: 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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©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Food and folklore. They go together like peanut butter and chocolate, or arsenic and lace. Throughout history, cultures around the world have paired the favorite meals with specific rituals, cooking up some amazing stories in the process.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Aaron Mahnke and Harry Marks and research by Alex Robinson.

Sponsors:

• Stamps: Never go to the Post Office again. Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at Stamps.com/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.
• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.

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.

Deeper Lore: 246 (198, 124, & 190)

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (246: The Greatest Show) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 198: LorePodcast.com/episodes/198
• Episode 124: LorePodcast.com/episodes/124
• Episode 190: LorePodcast.com/episodes/190

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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

©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Few examples of folklore are as well-traveled as this one, complete with painful tragedy and dark echos of the past. Grab your ticket and step inside.

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

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CONSUMED, my newest full-cast fiction podcast, premieres January 31st. Learn more and subscribe here.

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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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The connection between one of Europes oldest monster legends and the streets of New Orleans is very strange, but has provided a powerful springboard for some very dark stories.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, and research by Sam Alberty.

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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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©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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 59: LorePodcast.com/episodes/59
• Episode 108: LorePodcast.com/episodes/108
• Episode 90: LorePodcast.com/episodes/90

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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

©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Variety is the spice of life. And yet folklore makes it very clear just how dangerous it is to mix things up. 

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with 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 
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The folklore and legends tied to physical objects can be fascinating, frightening, or both.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, and research by Alexandra Steed.

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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 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/113
• Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/122
• Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/128

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Human remains are a touchy subject. But over the centuries, one specific type of folklore has turned them into something greater in death than they were in life.

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Bridges help us span uncrossable gaps in our world. But according to legend, a few go further, helping connect the living to the dead.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (243: Surprise) with these three recommendations from deeper down in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 25: LorePodcast.com/episodes/25
• Episode 140: LorePodcast.com/episodes/140
• Episode 156: LorePodcast.com/episodes/156

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The court of public opinion has always been a place where lives can be boosted or ruined. But centuries ago, it could also lead to darker results—even death.

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Burial seems like a certainty for most people. But according to the legends that are whispered in graveyards around America, not all burials are created equal.

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Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, one American city has climbed out of a dark and painful past. But the shadows of those early tragedies have proven to be impossible to leave behind

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Legends 15: Bonaventure Cemetery

Like all cemeteries, Savannah’s Bonaventure is the resting place to many people. But as time has proven, it’s also home to some dark legends.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba.

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There are few locations in our world as loaded with mystery and dripping with folklore as the woods. Let’s step onto the path and see what frightening places it might take us.

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Legends 14: Scared Straight

Love has always been a sort of the type of pain and heartbreak that leaves a mark after death, even when those romances don’t quite fit the expectations of the world around them.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba.

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Lore 240: Brick by Brick

People have a lot of fears. From spiders to the open sea, lots of things put us on edge. But few things are as downright terrifying as this particular circumstance…and it has been for thousands of years.

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

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Legends 13: Hometown Legends

A collection of the most beloved and haunting tales from the hometowns of our amazing research and writing team.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by the entire Grim & Mild team.

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Lore 239: Head to Head

Some rivalries play out on the big screen in a way everyone can cheer along with. But some have had a very different, and much more frightening, tone.

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Some of the darkest local legends grow alongside the roads we take for granted. An no stretch of pavement in New Jersey has more to be afraid of than Clinton Road.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by Harry Marks.

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Rumors might not always represent the truth, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have the power to change the world around us. Or—in some cases—give birth to frightening stories.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Cassandra de Alba and Taylor Hagerdorn, and music by Chad Lawson.

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The feeling of being watched is a common strand that runs through many legends around the world. Pulling on that thread, however, might take us to very dark places.

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Two centuries ago, one family played host to an unwanted visitor. And while the community wanted to learn more and see it for themselves, the challenges to that quest are also what made it so frightening.

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Judging by music’s ability to connect with us on multiple levels, it’s no wonder that history is filled with legends about how that connection could go very wrong. Let’s explore some of those dark melodies together.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by GennaRose Nethercott.

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Humans have done some horrible things over the course of history, usually because of internal issues. But one outside substance developed a frightening reputation thanks to folklore.

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The woods can be a place of peace and tranquility. But if the legends from around the world have anything to teach us, it’s that there are always exceptions to the rule.

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Lore 235: Privilege

The way folklore breaks through in our day to day lives is often dictated by the worldview that society applies to certain people. The way that has played out in practical terms, however, has been terrifying.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Allie Steed and music by Chad Lawson.

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Few occupations created more legendary tales than piracy. From adventure to treasure, everything seems dripping in blood and lore.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba.

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It’s never fun to misplace something. Lost objects have been a frustration and fascination for most of humanity. But one place in particular is better than all the others at making things disappear. And today…we’re going there.

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Folklore at the intersection of romance and danger is nearly universal, no matter where you go in this world. And more than that, they can be downright terrifying as well.

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A lot of our darkest stories come from within. But one event in 1952 sparked a panic that came from without. And the legacy it’s left behind is both fascinating and chilling.

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Introducing "That's Just Weird with Aaron Mahnke"

Get ready for a weekly tour of our weird and wonderful world! Each Friday, That's Just Weird with Aaron Mahnke explores unusual news stories from yesterday and today, then dives deeper into one bigger historical tale. 

Because everyone needs a little weird in their life!

Visit GrimAndMild.com/weird to learn more, or search for "That's Just Weird with Aaron Mahnke" in your favorite podcast app!

Summer is here, and for many people, that also means it’s camping time. But few pairings are as perfect as campfires and spooky tales, so be ready for some scares.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by GennaRose Nethercott.

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Few corners of American folklore have as much depth and texture as one that was born out of tradition, longing, and powerlessness. And thanks to one trailblazing writer, we can take a guided tour of it all.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott and music by Chad Lawson.

FURTHER READING

For those who want to learn more about today’s topic, go find a copy of Zora Neale Hurston’s article “Hoodoo in America” in The Journal of American Folklore, vol. 44 (1931): pp 317-417.

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Our search for legends today takes us deep into the woods outside of Huntington, Long Island, to a place known forbiddingly as Mount Misery. Just be sure to bring a flashlight.

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Much of the history of folklore we have today involves a community driven to panic over unusual stories and experiences. But few moments in time illustrate that pattern so clearly as the events in one small Midwestern town. 

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The history of witchcraft, from the folklore to the legal trials, is dark enough. But for centuries, people have been whispering legends that are so chilling that they’ve never been forgotten.

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Lore 230: Gilded

Despite being known for being a “mile high”, the folklore and history of one American city is filled with more than enough darkness hidden away down below.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Cassandra de Alba and music by Chad Lawson.

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Legends 3: Ghost Ships

Let’s take to the high seas, and explore some of the many legends of ghostly vessels. But beware; here there be angry spirits.

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Lore 229: Dark Shapes

Some folklore can only be explored if we’re willing to get a little wet. Let’s dive into the frightening folklore of lake monsters.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott and music by Chad Lawson.

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Legends 2: Undead Lovers

Few genres of story are as compelling as romance. But just because death puts an end to life, it doesn’t necessarily mean it has also severed the ties of love.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba.

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Lore 228: Safe House

Some corners of folklore offer us a place to hide. But when those traditions become a pawn in political and religious games, the stories they breed often leave us with chills.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Cassandra de Alba and music by Chad Lawson.

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Legends 1: North Carolina Monsters

The world is a big, scary place, and that’s mostly because of the people around us. But if the legends are true, there are darker reasons to be afraid, and they are lurking in the shadows outside our homes.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by GennaRose Nethercott.

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Lore 227: Bloodlines

Some of the most popular stories in our culture are far older, and more dark, than we could ever imagine. And what makes them even more frightening is that some of them might be true.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott and music by Chad Lawson.

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REMASTERED – Episode 50: Mary, Mary

In this remastered classic episode, we revisit the story of two young women bound by something beyond our world, and the frighteningly familiar tales they tell. Plus, stick around for a brand new bonus story at the end.

Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry Marks.

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Lore 226: Grounded

Folklore is typically invisible, buried in the stories we tell and the words we use. But every now and then it takes on a physical shape…with terrifying results.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Cassandra de Alba and music by Chad Lawson.

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REMASTERED – Episode 49: Seeing Double

So many stories are built on the idea of double identity. In this remastered classic episode, we revisit the true life story of one of history’s most infamous double lives. And be sure not to miss the brand new bonus story at the end!

Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry Marks.

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Lore 225: Dark Animation

One of the most crowded landscapes in folklore comes from one of the most harsh and barren locations in the world. But the dead might just have too many stories to tell.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott and music by Chad Lawson.

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REMASTERED – Episode 48: Downriver

It’s time to revisit the notion of a cursed community. This remastered classic episode features brand new narration and a score by Chad Lawson, as well as a whole new Epilogue bonus story at the end.

Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry Marks.

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Lore 224: Seriously Ill

One frightening corner of folklore can be found in the history of one of our closest four-legged companions.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Cassandra de Alba and music by Chad Lawson.

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In this remastered fan favorite, we return to the folklore of bird-man legends, and the events in Point Pleasant that have left us with one of the biggest cryptids of all time: Mothman. Come for the fresh narration and score, but stay for the brand new bonus story at the end.

Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry Marks.

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There are a lot of well-worn tales in the world of folklore. But there are some truly astonishing—and frightening—stories waiting for us just off the path, hidden away in the shadows.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott, and music by Chad Lawson.

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Behind every vampire is a hunter looking to stop them, and this remastered classic episode takes us deep inside that mythology. Fresh narration and music, plus a brand new bonus story at the end!

Researched, written, and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with music by Chad Lawson, with additional help from GennaRose Nethercott and Harry Marks.

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Some fads are more than a harmless form of entertainment. In fact, the pages of history contains one that stalked the Midwest in the 1970s…with frightful consequences.

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In this remastered classic episode, we revisit the story of Mary Toft and her unusual pregnancy. This episode features brand new narration and scoring, plus an exclusive new bonus story at the end.

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One of our most common desires, no matter our culture, religion, or station in life, is something that countless practitioners of folk magic have spent their lives pursuing—sometimes with dark results.

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This remastered classic episode—complete with fresh narration and scoring—takes us back through the history of mysterious fires that seem to come from within. And be sure to stick around for the brand new bonus story at the end.

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Most of the frightening folklore we talk about takes place on the ground. But a little over a century ago, one ancient belief found new life in the skies above us—and the results were terrifying.

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Graves and corpses feature prominently in all sorts of folklore, which is why we love this remastered classic episode of Lore so much. Let’s reunite with Burke and Hare, and hollow their exploits to the bloody end. Plus, there’s a brand new bonus story at the end!

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One of the most attractive roads to travel for many people are the ones that lead deep into the world of the occult. But sometimes they can also be incredibly dangerous.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott and music by Chad Lawson.

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Some places on the map are legendary, and Eastern State Penitentiary fits the bill. In this remastered classic episode of Lore, we return to those musty halls and explore the ghosts that still haunt them. Be sure to stick around for the brand new bonus story at the end!

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Some of the darkest folklore in America is hidden right inside many of the place names that are dotted across the landscape—and one special location that defies the norm.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Cassandra de Alba and music by Chad Lawson.

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In this remastered classic, we return to Scotland’s deadly past, where one person’s accusations of witchcraft could bring an entire community to its knees. And don’t miss the brand new bonus story at the end!

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While humans have depended on them for fresh water and transportation over the millennia, the rivers in our community have also become home to terrifying folklore. 

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott and music by Chad Lawson.

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In this Remastered classic episode, let’s return to the city that seems to have it all: celebration, food, the arts…and a whole lot of darkness. Welcome back to New Orleans.

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Some of the most unusual stories in history have a connection to something many of us have living right inside our homes. But just because they’re familiar doesn’t mean they aren’t chilling.

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In this remastered episode, we return to the courtroom for a look at a most unusual case. This classic episode has been completely re-recorded and re-produced, along with a brand new bonus story at the end. Enjoy!

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Some of the most bizarre celebrities of the past all fall under one umbrella, and you won’t need an Ouija board to guess how their careers ended.

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Bundle up, because we’re returning to the frigid mountain crime scene that has baffled historians for decades: Dyatlov Pass. This remastered classic episode features brand new narration and production, plus a never-before heard bonus story.

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Often times the more revered and sacred a space is, the more haunted by a trouble past it’s likely to be. And as we see from this tour of the American landscape, those stories are more than a little disturbing.

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One source of common—and dramatic—folklore is living right inside many of our homes. It’s a feature of civilization that dates back thousands of years, and the superstitions it has attracted make for a powerful—and problematic—history.

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Some of the darkest moments in history happened in the sweet spot between folklore and science. And if one particular event from Philadelphia has anything to teach us, it’s that moments like that are difficult to accept—and more than a little frightening.

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There are a lot of strange corners in the world of folklore, but one of the most unusual also tends to fit into our pockets. And the stories surrounding them are beyond chilling.

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Everything falls apart. But that’s a horrifying truth when applied to one specific location in Ohio. Because failure can often lead to tragedy.

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Tucked away in one of the most well-known types of figures in folklore is an idea we can all relate to. But at the same time, its implication has played out in some rather horrifying ways.

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Humans have never let go of folklore designed to help us find things, even if it seems like it’s from another time, long ago. But in stories about our search for things, it’s possibly to find something a lot more thrilling.

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This classic haunted house story with a dash of spiritualism was so popular, it became an episode of our television show on Amazon. Today it’s been freshly narrated and produced, and a brand new bonus story has been added to the end. Enjoy!

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Our family and where we come from are often core elements of our identity. But as folklore and tragic real life events have made clear over the years, not everything is as simple as it would appear.

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It’s time to board the Queen Mary for one last journey through its troubled past. This remastered episode features fresh narration and production, as well as a brand new bonus story at the end. Bon voyage!

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If a community is only as strong as its foundations, then this American city is standing on shaky ground. And the stories that have fallen out of it are as dark as they come.

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We head back to Clipperton Island for this remastered classic episode, complete with a brand new bonus story at the end, as well as all-new narration and production. Enjoy!

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One of the most common animals throughout all of history is also the focal point for a world of bizarre and frightening folklore. Today’s journey will cover a lot of ground…and it might get bumpy.

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We return to Transylvania, and the reign of the Bloody Countess herself, Elizabeth Bathory. This remastered classic episode features fresh narration and production, along with a brand new bonus story at the end.

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One of the most common types of folklore pops up all over the globe, and has left a trail of questions and theories that stretches back centuries. Let’s shine a light on this terrifying mystery today.

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Today’s REMASTERED edition of a classic Lore episode takes us back to the streets of Richmond, Virginia, where folklore seems to be underneath you everywhere you go. Along with the fresh narration and production, don’t miss the brand new bonus story at the end.

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One of the old and most popular types of folklore throughout history is something that most of us take for granted today. But just how thrilling the stories about it could be…well, few people ever saw that coming.

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In this REMASTERED classic episode, we revisit the folklore of tiny, meddlesome creatures. And not only is the narration and soundtrack new, but there’s a whole new bonus story at the end, so don’t miss out.

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Beneath one of America’s largest man-made objects is a dark, painful past. And if the stories are true, it has never truly let go of the world around it.

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In this newly remastered classic Lore episode, we revisit stories of bodies lost and bodies found. With fresh narration and production, and a brand new bonus story at the end of the episode, this chilling tale is bound to uncover some feelings.

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You can’t beat an old classic. And in the world of folklore, there are few types of stories more classic that the good old fashioned ghost story. So today, we take a tour through some of the most chilling and thrilling of the bunch.

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Nothing is as alluring as vampire folklore. And in this remastered classic, we return to the villages of Eastern Europe to explore just how deep those roots go. Come for the refreshed narration and production, and stay for the brand new bonus story at the end!

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If the best way to experience something is first-hand, then this 200th episode of Lore is going to have to get a little personal.

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In this Remastered edition of a fan favorite, we return to the frozen coast of Maine, and the haunting stories that flood its shores. With a new score from Chad Lawson, fresh narration and production, and a brand new bonus story at the end, this is one you don’t want to miss.

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One of the most brutal and notorious unsolved murders in American history is also the seed that grew into its own fair share of folklore. How that affected the lives of those who survived is half the story.

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Let’s return to the location of another classic Lore episode, for one more tour through the sandy beaches and ancient stories of the Outer Banks. Featuring fresh narration, music by Chad Lawson, and a brand new Epilogue story at the end.

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Our love of all things thrilling and dramatic has led to some amazing achievements. But in the very center of that cultural legacy is a story that’s both dark and chilling. And it comes with an encore that seems too strange to be true.

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REMASTERED – Episode 27: On the Farm

It’s time to return for a walk through the snow and explore the barn of a small farmhouse in the woods of Germany, known today as Hinterkaifeck. Brand new narration and production, plus an entirely new Epilogue story at the end. Don’t miss this Remastered fan-favorite!

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One of the most common players on the stage of folklore is a creature that’s been obsessed over for centuries. And it’s fair to say that, however frightening the stories might be, Europe has been pretty taken by them.

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It’s time to revisit the walking dead of folklore, and explore the unique traditions and legends from the island of Haiti. Freshly narrated, newly re-produced, and re-scored with Chad Lawson’s music…and be sure not to miss the brand new bonus story at the end.

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Some of the oldest—and most bizarre—folklore in the world is about something we use to fill awkward conversations these days. But if more people knew how truly disturbing those stories are, they’d view the sky in an entirely different way.

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This return visit to the eerie island of Chiloé and its history of dark magic features fresh narration and production, plus a brand new story at the end.

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When a series of gruesome murders leaves one community feeling threatened and afraid, it was only through the reenactment of folklore that they eventually found relief.

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Christmas taught most of us that it was acceptable for an odd stranger to invade our home and demonstrate unusual knowledge of our family. But there are far more terrifying strangers than old St. Nick. This classic Lore episode has been updated with fresh narration and production, and a brand new story at the end.

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