Legends 87: Cursive
Aug 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 Mahnke, with writing and research by GennaRose…
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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Deeper Lore: 313 (7, 67, & 101)
Aug 27, 2026
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (Lore 313: Tall, Tall Tales) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 7…
Lore 313: Tall, Tall Tales
Aug 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 risen to great heights, giving us a view of history…
Legends 86: Litmus Test
Aug 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 for sorting the good from the bad. Narrated and…
Deeper Lore: 312 (18, 113, & 122)
Aug 13, 2026
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (312: Episode To Serve Man) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 18…
Lore 312: To Serve Man
Aug 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. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing…
Legends 85: Down Under
Aug 03, 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 spiders and birds. Narrated and produced by Aaron…
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Deeper Lore: 311 (72, 122, & 284)
Jul 30, 2026
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (311: Twice Upon a Time) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 72: LorePodcast.com/episodes/72…
Lore 311: Twice Upon a Time
Jul 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 bizarre. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with…
Legends 84: Dead in the Water
Jul 20, 2026
The vast oceans of our planet are more mysterious to us than the surface of Mars. And because of that, they have become the place where dark legends dwell beneath the surface. Narrated and produced…
Deeper Lore: 310 (74, 196, & 44)
Jul 16, 2026
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (310: Thunderstruck) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 74: LorePodcast.com/episodes/74…
Lore 310: Thunderstruck
Jul 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 them. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke…
EXHUMED Ch. 7: Leftovers
Jul 08, 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 sure to lock in your copy today—whether that's…
Legends 83: Sweet Home
Jul 06, 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 Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by…
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Deeper Lore: 309 (81, 102, & 128)
Jul 02, 2026
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (309: Party Favors) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 81: LorePodcast.com/episodes/81…
Lore 309: Party Favors
Jun 29, 2026
Parties promise us a break from the mundane or troubling. But a few celebratory gatherings in history have turned the tables, delivering something far more frightening. Narrated and produced by Aaron…
Legends 82: The Weight of Fear
Jun 22, 2026
Over the centuries, it has become common to refer to traumatizing or frightening experiences as "a nightmare." The true origins of that notion, though, are the most terrifying of all. Narrated and…
Deeper Lore: 308 (40, 114, & 150)
Jun 18, 2026
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (308: Without a Trace) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 40: LorePodcast.com/episodes/40…
Lore 308: Without a Trace
Jun 15, 2026
Dark stories often have twists, turns, and the constant fear of getting lost in the shadows. Which is a lot like one real trail that haunts American history. Let's take a journey there together…
Legends 81: Undertaken
Jun 08, 2026
One of the most common fears we have is also the product of centuries of fiction mixed with a dash of truth. The result is a genre of storytelling that is truly horrifying. Narrated and produced by…
Deeper Lore: 307 (37, 79, & 215)
Jun 04, 2026
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (Lore 307: Revisiting "Mary, Mary") with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 37…
Lore 307: Revisiting "Mary, Mary"
Jun 01, 2026
This week, as summer weaves its way into our lives, the Lore team is taking a well-deserved break. To make that possible, we're reissuing a fan favorite from nearly a decade ago: Episode 50: Mary…
Legends 80: He Said, She Said
May 25, 2026
Sometimes the thing that gives a story its authenticity is the frequency with which it has been shared, regardless of the truth. And many of them turn out to be utterly terrifying. Narrated and…
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Deeper Lore: 306 (111, 127, & 136)
May 21, 2026
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (306: Disorienting) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 111: LorePodcast.com/episodes/111…
Lore 306: Disorienting
May 18, 2026
Some folklore can be very confusing, which can cause a lot of fear. Which was exactly the point for this specific realm of ancient belief and tradition. Just try not to get lost. Narrated and…
Legends 79: Lone Scar
May 11, 2026
The bigger the space, the more room there seems to be for ghosts. So it shouldn't be a surprise that there's lots of chills to be had in the Lone Star State. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke…
Deeper Lore: 305 (42, 106, & 180)
May 07, 2026
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (305: Botched) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 42: LorePodcast.com/episodes/42 Episode…
Lore 305: Botched
May 04, 2026
If the road to hell is paved with good intentions, then our journey toward a more human method of execution is a bloody highway. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose…
Legends 78: The Stacks
Apr 27, 2026
Folklore tells us that ghosts can be many things, but the most common view is that they are echoes of the past that are still present today. Which is why one type of building is the perfect place for…
Deeper Lore: 304 (102, 116, & 172)
Apr 23, 2026
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (304: Cult Hero) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 102: LorePodcast.com/episodes/102…