Lore Podcast

Some regions of North America might have taken different routes through history to our own, but that doesnt mean the legends theyve collected are any less 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

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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.

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2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode The Silver Scream (190, 198, & 246) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 190: LorePodcast.com/episodes/190
• Episode 198: LorePodcast.com/episodes/198
• Episode 246: LorePodcast.com/episodes/246

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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

©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

We look to the theater for entertainment, distraction, and inspiration. But like so many other areas of popular culture, that glitz and glamour hides a darker past.

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 
• Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop
• 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.
• Warby Parker: Visit one of over 270 stores to find your next pair of glasses, or go to WarbyParker.com/LORE to try on any pair virtually!
• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code 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.

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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.

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To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected]. Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/lore

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Humans have spent a very long time collecting and sharing specific tales. But just because the most popular ones are bright and cheerful doesn’t mean the rest are without shadows.

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

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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.
• 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.
• Warby Parker: Visit one of over 270 stores to find your next pair of glasses, or go to WarbyParker.com/LORE to try on any pair virtually!
• Avocado Green Mattress: Shop now at AvocadoMattress.com, and save up to 10% on certified organic mattresses.

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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.

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To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected]. Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/lore

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (280: Flower Power) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 81: LorePodcast.com/episodes/81
• Episode 118: LorePodcast.com/episodes/118
• Episode 166: LorePodcast.com/episodes/166

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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

©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.