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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.

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  1. 6 hr ago

    Legends 88: Tell-Tale Heartland

    The American heartland might not be as ancient as New England, but it can hold its own when it comes to dark history and terrifying tales. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Molly Quinlan Artwick, and research by Jamie Vargas. ————————— BUY EXHUMED TODAY: aaronmahnke.com/exhumed ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop ————————— Sponsors: SurfShark: Secure your entire digital life with Surfshark! It's completely risk-free with their 30-day money-back guarantee. Go to surfshark.com/LORE or use code LORE at checkout to get 4 extra months added to your plan. Gusto: Online payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. Try Gusto today at Gusto.com/LORE, and get 3 months free when you run your first payroll. Quince: Premium European clothing and accessories for 50% to 80% less than similar brands. Visit Quince.com/LORE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Chime: Chime is banking done right. Open an account in 2 minutes at chime.com/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 ————————— ©2026 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

  2. 4 days ago ·  Bonus

    Deeper Lore: 314 (166, 186, & 212)

    Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (Lore 314: Hive Mind) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 166: LorePodcast.com/episodes/166 Episode 186: LorePodcast.com/episodes/186 Episode 212: LorePodcast.com/episodes/212 ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  Official Lore Merchandise: www.lorepodcast.com/shop ©2026 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

  3. 4 days ago ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    Deeper Lore: 314 (166, 186, & 212)

    Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (Lore 314: Hive Mind) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: • Episode 166: LorePodcast.com/episodes/166 • Episode 186: LorePodcast.com/episodes/186 • Episode 212: LorePodcast.com/episodes/212 ———————— Lore Resources: • Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music • Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources • Official Lore Merchandise: www.lorepodcast.com/shop

    Deeper Lore: 314 (166, 186, & 212)

  4. 5 days ago ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    Lore Bites 206: Smokes (member bonus)

    Wisconsin might not be known for a lot of two- or four-legged monsters, but there seems to be a lot stories slithering beneath the waves of its rivers and lakes. ———————— 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.

    Lore Bites 206: Smokes (member bonus)

  5. 7 Sept

    Lore 314: Hive Mind

    Not all big stories are about equally large characters. In the world of folklore, sometimes even the littlest players have a massive stage to perform upon. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— BUY EXHUMED TODAY: aaronmahnke.com/exhumed ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop ————————— 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. 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. Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE. SimpliSafe: Secure your home with 24/7 professional monitoring. Sign up today at SimpliSafe.com/Lore to get 60% off a new SimpliSafe system. ————————— 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 ————————— ©2026 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

  6. 2 Sept ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    Lore Bites 205: Playtime (member bonus)

    Cemeteries are peaceful places with an unfair reputation for being spooky or strange. But in one Alabama cemetery, time and progress has left the neighborhood around it with a very spooky and strange compromise. ———————— 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.

    Lore Bites 205: Playtime (member bonus)

  7. 31 Aug

    Legends 87: Cursive

    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 Nethercott and Alex Robinson. ————————— ORDER EXHUMED TODAY: aaronmahnke.com/exhumed ————————— Lore Resources:  Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop ————————— 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 ————————— ©2026 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

  8. 27 Aug ·  Bonus

    Deeper Lore: 313 (7, 67, & 101)

    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: LorePodcast.com/episodes/7 Episode 67: LorePodcast.com/episodes/67 Episode 101: LorePodcast.com/episodes/101 ———————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  Official Lore Merchandise: www.lorepodcast.com/shop ©2026 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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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 - 2026
  • Episodes
    815
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Aaron Mahnke
  • Show Website
    Lore
  • Provider
    Wet Frog Studios, Inc.

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