History · True Crime
by Aaron Mahnke
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.
Lore Alive 2: In Dreams is a 24-minute dramatized audio production from Aaron Mahnke's Lore podcast, part of a special Halloween bonus series that reimagines dark historical tales with voice actors and immersive sound design. This episode focuses on the first known New England vampire exhumation, centered around a…
Worth it if you enjoy immersive historical dramatization, are familiar with Lore's style, or want a short Halloween-themed audio experience with strong sound design.
This is a 2-minute 'Deeper Lore' episode that functions as a curated reading list rather than standalone content. It directs listeners to three previously published Lore episodes (118, 166, and 212) that thematically connect to the recent episode 316 titled 'A Spoonful of Sugar.' The episode provides no substantive…
Worth it if you've just finished episode 316 and want quick pointers to related content, but only as a convenience feature rather than a listening experience.
Lore 316: A Spoonful of Sugar explores the darker folklore and history surrounding things we typically consider safe, comforting, or mundane pleasures. The episode's cryptic description—"Sometimes the most frightening stories involve things we consider safe retreats or mindless pleasures"—suggests the episode examines…
Worth it if you enjoy Lore's signature blend of folklore and history with atmospheric narration, and are curious about dark historical undercurrents in everyday comforts.
Lore Alive 1: The Sleep is a Halloween bonus episode from Aaron Mahnke's Lore podcast, reimagining a dark historical tale from late 1800s Kentucky as an immersive audio drama. The episode centers on a newlywed couple—James and Octavia—who settle into their new life together, only to encounter a terrifying and tragic…
Worth it if you're a Lore fan seeking seasonal bonus content or enjoy atmospheric historical fiction dramatizations, but not if you expect deep historical analysis or research.
Lore episode 'Mother Dearest' explores folklore and legends centered on maternal figures as powerful, fearsome beings worthy of respect and fear. The episode is part of the Legends series and examines how cultures worldwide have created narratives around mothers as sources of dread and authority. Narrated by Aaron…
Worth it if you're a Lore series regular who enjoys folklore exploration and don't mind sponsor reads, or if you subscribe to ad-free access.
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This is a 2-minute 'Deeper Lore' bonus episode that serves as a curated reading list rather than original content. The episode directs listeners to three previously published Lore episodes (32, 196, and 204) that allegedly provide deeper context on the subject matter of Lore 315: 'All Shook Up.' The show notes provide…
Worth it only if you've already listened to episode 315 and want a quick reminder of which older episodes to revisit, but even then, you'd be better served by the website's archive.
Lore 315: All Shook Up explores how folklore emerges and persists even in the context of major, catastrophic events—situations that transcend the everyday struggles typically associated with folk narratives. The episode description suggests that while folklore traditionally draws from small-scale human experiences…
Worth it if you're a regular Lore listener interested in how folklore adapts to large-scale historical events and want another installment of the podcast's signature narrative approach.
Lore episode 'Tell-Tale Heartland' explores dark history and folklore from America's heartland region, positioning it as a source of terrifying tales comparable to the better-known haunted history of New England. The episode is narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Molly Quinlan Artwick and research…
Worth it if you're a Lore regular who enjoys regional American folklore and dark history narratives, or if you're specifically interested in midwest-based paranormal and historical tales.
This is a 2-minute 'Deeper Lore' bonus episode that serves as a curated guide rather than original content. It directs listeners to three previously published Lore episodes (166, 186, and 212) that relate thematically to the main episode 314 on 'Hive Mind.' The episode functions as a recommendation engine, suggesting…
Worth it only if you've already listened to episode 314 on hive mind and want a quick pointer to related catalog episodes without needing explanation.
Lore episode 314, 'Hive Mind,' explores how folklore and historical narratives sometimes center on collective or minor figures rather than singular prominent characters. The episode is narrated by Aaron Mahnke with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and original music by Chad Lawson. The…
Worth it if you're a regular Lore listener who trusts the show's track record and enjoys folklore-centered narratives about unconventional historical perspectives.
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