Lore
Aaron Mahnke
SummaryStep into the shadows of the past with Lore, a podcast that uncovers the chilling historical truths hidden behind our darkest superstitions. Each episode acts as a journey through the forgotten corners of time, where creator Aaron Mahnke masterfully blends meticulous research with immersive storytelling. Whether investigating the unsettling history of corpse medicine, the psychological terror of sleep paralysis, or the macabre traditions surrounding Victorian social gatherings, the show reveals that our collective history is often far more haunting than any fiction. The podcast explores the intersection of human fear and historical reality, tracing how folklore, tragedy, and unexplained phenomena have shaped the way we live and die. From the eerie legends of the American South to the mysterious cases of spiritualism that captivated 19th-century communities, Lore examines the dark motivations and societal pressures that turn ordinary lives into the stuff of nightmares. With a deep archive of episodes and the complementary Deeper Lore series, listeners are invited to connect the dots between historical oddities and the enduring nature of human belief. The show is perfect for those who are fascinated by the grim side of history—a place where the truth is rarely black and white, but always deeply unsettling. Join us as we peel back the layers of history to reveal the stories that were meant to remain in the dark.
Updated Jul 8, 2026
Episodes
EXHUMED Ch. 7: Leftovers
From medicinal moss to ground bone, discover the grim history of corpse medicine and the belief in healing the living.
Legends 83: Sweet Home
The dark legacy of Alabama is defined by industrial exploitation, deadly blood feuds, and hauntings of the past.
Deeper Lore: 309 (81, 102, & 128)
Uncover the macabre history of bizarre social gatherings through these three chilling tales from the archives.
Lore 309: Party Favors
From the opulent ruins of a forest castle to the deadly stampede of a royal coronation, explore the dark side of fun.
Legends 82: The Weight of Fear
Sleep paralysis has long fueled terrifying folklore, transforming the sensation of weight on your chest into deadly hunts.
Deeper Lore: 308 (40, 114, & 150)
Uncover the chilling folklore of the American South by revisiting classic tales of New Orleans and San Antonio.
Lore 308: Without a Trace
The infamous Natchez Trace was a brutal wilderness highway for bandits, serial killers, and the lost souls they left.
Legends 81: Undertaken
Deep-seated anxiety over being buried alive fueled a macabre history of urban legends and inventive safety coffins.
Deeper Lore: 307 (37, 79, & 215)
Revisit the haunting world of 19th-century spiritualism through these essential tales of mediums and mystery.
Lore 307: Revisiting "Mary, Mary"
A teenage girl experiences a bizarre transformation when she begins manifesting the spirit of a neighbor who died.
Legends 80: He Said, She Said
Urban legends often sprout from fragments of reality, whether they involve phantom buses, bunny men, or cult monuments.
Deeper Lore: 306 (111, 127, & 136)
Uncover the dark history of dream manipulation, ancient curses, and canine omens in this collection of classic tales.
Lore 306: Disorienting
From the ancient labyrinth of Crete to the caves beneath Budapest, these winding paths lead only to mystery and fear.
Legends 79: Lone Scar
Texas history bleeds into local folklore through stories of spectral donkey ladies and unsolved serial murders.
Deeper Lore: 305 (42, 106, & 180)
Revisit the dark history of American prisons and the legendary outlaws who haunt our collective folklore.
Lore 305: Botched
History is filled with gruesome execution methods that frequently failed, turning state-sanctioned justice into agony.
Legends 78: The Stacks
Libraries are places of profound storytelling where the echoes of history and hauntings reside within the stacks.
Deeper Lore: 290 (24, 207, & 265)
Revisit chilling tales of childhood fear, from sinister strangers and abductions to haunting imaginary friends.
Listen to Lore with Podtastic
Smart Skip for Lore
Smart Skip automatically skips past the interruptions listeners skip in Lore episodes, using aggregated listener data.
Smart Summaries for Lore
Podtastic generates evolving AI summaries for Lore and every episode. Know what's worth listening to before you press play.
Smart Topics in Lore
Podtastic highlights key topics in Lore episodes so you can jump straight to the sections that interest you most.
Skip Silence for Lore
Skip Silence auto-removes silences from Lore episodes — saving you 5–15 minutes per hour.
Enhance Voices for Lore
Enhance Voices in Lore episodes — voice-tuned EQ and compression that makes voices clearer and evens out loud and quiet podcasts.
Listen to Lore in Podtastic
For listeners, not advertisers
Related Podcasts
All podcast names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Podcasts listed on Podtastic are publicly available shows distributed via RSS. Podtastic does not endorse nor is endorsed by any podcast or podcast creator listed in this directory.