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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.

  1. Lore Bites 128: Eighteen (member bonus)

    43 MIN AGO · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Lore Bites 128: Eighteen (member bonus)

    Sometimes the rare outliers among us represent our best, and sometimes they demonstrate our worst. One Icelandic farmer gives us a chilling lesson in what that truly means. ———————— Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episodes each Wednesday morning. This episode was produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by Alex Robinson.

    7 min
  2. Lore 275: Taking Control

    1 DAY AGO

    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 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! To report a concern regarding a radio-style, non-Aaron ad in this episode, reach out to ads@lorepodcast.com with the name of the company or organization so we can look into it. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com. Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/lore ————————— ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

    33 min
  3. Lore Bites 127: Drawn In (member bonus)

    6 DAYS AGO · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Lore Bites 127: Drawn In (member bonus)

    Beware the darkness that awaits within. There’s no telling what dangers might still be waiting for you there. ———————— Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episodes each Wednesday morning. This episode was produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by Alex Robinson.

    7 min
  4. Legends 48: Oh Deer

    3 MAR

    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 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. Smalls: Smalls cat food is protein packed recipes made with preservative free ingredients you’d find in your fridge… and it’s delivered right to your door. For 50% off your first order, head to Smalls.com and use code LORE.  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 ads @ lorepodcast.com with the name of the company or organization so we can look into it. ————————— To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com. Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/lore ————————— ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

    30 min
  5. Deeper Lore: 274 (117, 141, & 165)

    27 FEB · BONUS

    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@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/Lore  ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

    3 min
  6. Deeper Lore: 274 (117, 141, & 165)

    27 FEB · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    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

    3 min
  7. Lore Bites 126: Porcelain (member bonus)

    26 FEB · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Lore Bites 126: Porcelain (member bonus)

    Some types of spirits are generic, and can be found just about anywhere. But in Japan, there’s a certain group of supernatural entities that prefer a very private room as their typical haunt. ———————— Lore Bites are a perk offered only to our Patreon and paid Apple Podcasts subscribers, as a thank you for such generous support. Look for new episodes each Wednesday morning. This episode was produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by Alex Robinson.

    7 min
  8. Lore 274: Distant Relations

    24 FEB

    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.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. MeUndies: Get insanely comfy-yet-sexy Undies and Loungewear, and score huge site-wide savings at MeUndies.com/lore, enter promo code 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. ————————— To report a concern regarding a radio-style, non-Aaron ad in this episode, reach out to ads@lorepodcast.com with the name of the company or organization so we can look into it. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com. Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/lore ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

    33 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Aaron Mahnke
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2025
  • Episodes
    557
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Aaron Mahnke and Grim & Mild
  • Show Website
    Lore
  • Provider
    Wet Frog Studios, Inc.

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