Lore

Lore is a bi-weekly podcast (now also a TV show and 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.

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Lore 315: All Shook Up

Episode Date: September 21, 2026

Folklore usually depends on the little things. The daily struggle to survive, the terror of a new location, or even violence and crime. But even when...

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Lore 314: Hive Mind

Episode Date: September 7, 2026

Not all big stories are about equally large characters. In the world of folklore, sometimes even the littlest players have a massive stage to perform...

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Legends 87: Cursive

Episode Date: August 31, 2026

Everyone loves a good ghost story, but literature and spirits have a relationship that is older than some might think. Narrated and produced by Aaron...

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Lore 313: Tall, Tall Tales

Episode Date: August 24, 2026

Some folklore thrives in the depths of our world—whether that's across the ocean waves or along the docks of an ancient harbor town. But a few have ri...

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Legends 86: Litmus Test

Episode Date: August 17, 2026

Folklore has had many uses over the centuries. But while some has been used to educate or entertain, one pocket of legends has become a dangerous tool...

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Lore 312: To Serve Man

Episode Date: August 10, 2026

A lot of folklore is frightening, but some of it is definitely hard to swallow. Let's sink our teeth into some terrifying tales from history today. Na...

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Legends 85: Down Under

Episode Date: August 3, 2026

The huge number of dangerous creatures in Australia is terrifying, for sure. But if the legends are true, there's a lot more to be afraid of than spid...

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Lore 311: Twice Upon a Time

Episode Date: July 27, 2026

Folklore is full of stories about people who seem to have lived more than one life. Which is why these true tales from history are so incredibly bizar...

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Lore 310: Thunderstruck

Episode Date: July 13, 2026

While most folklore has a thrilling quality to it, there are some tales that are a bit more shocking. Just be careful where you stand while we explore...

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EXHUMED Ch. 7: Leftovers

Episode Date: July 8, 2026

Although my new history book, EXHUMED, arrives on August 6th, you get to hear a whole chapter early! Enjoy this delicious sample from EXHUMED, and be...

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Legends 83: Sweet Home

Episode Date: July 6, 2026

The American South might have its charm, but it also has a tragic history that lingers in the shadows to this day. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahn...