Episode 1: They Made a Tonic
Released on 03/18/2015
On the morning of March 17, 1892, a group of townsfolk in rural Rhode Island dug up the graves of three local women. What they did to their bodies was something that we might find shocking, yet was actually normal in their culture. What was it in their past that guided their actions? Were they merely a product of their ancestors, or innocent participants in a regional panic?
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Trailer: Introducing Lore
Released on 03/17/2015
Lore is an award-winning, critically-acclaimed podcast about true life scary stories. Lore exposes the darker side of history, exploring the creatures, people, and places of our wildest nightmares. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.
Each episode examines a new dark historical tale in a modern campfire experience. With more than 40,000 5-star reviews on Apple Podcasts, and over 500-million listens, that's clearly a good thing. New episodes are released every other Monday.
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Deeper Lore: 256 (13, 127, & 221)
Released on 06/20/2024
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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Lore 256: Cursed
Released on 06/17/2024
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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Legends 29: Ghost Towns
Released on 06/10/2024
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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Deeper Lore: 255 (195, 198, & 199)
Released on 06/06/2024
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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Lore 255: Off the Rails
Released on 06/03/2024
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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To report a concern regarding a radio-style, non-Aaron ad in this episode, reach out to [email protected] with the name of the company or organization so we can look into it.
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Legends 28: Lizard People
Released on 05/27/2024
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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- 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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- 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.
To report a concern regarding a radio-style, non-Aaron ad in this episode, reach out to [email protected] with the name of the company or organization so we can look into it.
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Deeper Lore: 254 (62, 139, & 144)
Released on 05/23/2024
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 254: Remnants
Released on 05/20/2024
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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- 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.
To report a concern regarding a radio-style, non-Aaron ad in this episode, reach out to [email protected] with the name of the company or organization so we can look into it.
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