Aaron Mahnke

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  1. Lore Bites 215: Passing Through (member bonus)

    21h ago ·  Bonus · Subscribers Only

    Lore Bites 215: Passing Through (member bonus)

    What sort of echo is left behind when an entire nation mourns a devastating loss? This ghostly legend might just be the answer. ———————— 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 the Grim & Mild team.

  2. A Cut Above

    03/31/2022

    A Cut Above

    Life at the edge of death is a curious thing. These two incredibly individuals made that abundantly clear. Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmild See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. Sticky Law

    Mar 31

    Sticky Law

    Sometimes the most curious stories take place when people are prohibited from being themselves. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!     Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmild See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. Episode 80: Dark Imports

    02/19/2018

    Episode 80: Dark Imports

    The places we inhabit slowly become like us, reflecting our brightest ambitions and darkest secrets. Countless cities harbor the shadows of a violent past, but few hide it so elegantly as one southern gem. To explore this episode on Apple Maps, click here. ———————————————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  Lore News: www.theworldoflore.com/now  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Access premium content!: https://www.lorepodcast.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. Legends 87: Cursive

    Aug 31

    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.

  6. Secret Sauce

    03/25/2021

    Secret Sauce

    Everyone wants to be a winner. Some work their entire lives to reach the top. But every now and then someone manages to sneak into the winners' circle through an unusual method. And today's tour will demonstrate exactly that. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmild See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. Lore 252: Until Death

    04/22/2024

    Lore 252: Until Death

    History is full of countless stories of people loving each other across all sorts of obstacles and divides. But it's the greatest boundary of all that has generated the most fascinating—and terrifying—tales of all. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Alex Robinson, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ———————— 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 our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com, or visit our listing here. ©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

  8. Tuff Enough

    12/24/2019

    Tuff Enough

    Sometimes you have to look a story right in the face and decide for yourself whether it's true or not. Today's trip through the Cabinet will give you two chances to do just that. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmild See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  9. Planting the Future

    May 14

    Planting the Future

    These stories might seem very different, but there are a lot of ways for curious people to leave their mark on the world.  Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmild See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  10. Lore Bites 107: Witch Dance (member bonus)

    10/16/2024 ·  Bonus · Subscribers Only

    Lore Bites 107: Witch Dance (member bonus)

    probably wished he hadn’t threatened one. ———————— 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.

  11. Expelled

    08/09/2018

    Expelled

    Sometimes the consequences of our actions can lead to a dark destination, while other times it frees us up to transform into something bigger and better. Today's tour of the Cabinet will reveal one of each. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmild See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  12. Trick or Treat 3: Loved and Lost

    10/17/2025 ·  Bonus · Subscribers Only

    Trick or Treat 3: Loved and Lost

    Our passions create powerful bonds. And it turns out that even something as permanent as death can’t totally separate us from the people or places we love. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by Alex Robinson and GennaRose Nethercott. ————————— Lore Resources: • Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music • Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources • Join for Ad-Free Episodes: lorepodcast.com/support

  13. Lore 274: Distant Relations

    02/24/2025

    Lore 274: Distant Relations

    Despite the oceans and centuries that separate various cultures, it is often the folklore that acts like a glue, uniting humanity in a shared world of terrifying legends. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— 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 ————————— 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. MeUndies: Get insanely comfy-yet-sexy Undies and Loungewear, and score huge site-wide savings at MeUndies.com/lore, enter promo code LORE. 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. ————————— 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 ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

  14. Episode 124: To Die For

    09/30/2019

    Episode 124: To Die For

    Everyone wants to look good. And while there's nothing wrong with beauty, sometimes people have made sacrifices—both willing and unaware—in the pursuit of it. After looking through the pages of history, though, that hasn't always been a good thing. ——————— Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources Lore News: www.theworldoflore.com/now Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Access premium content!: https://www.lorepodcast.com/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  15. Lore 247: Subterranean

    02/12/2024

    Lore 247: Subterranean

    So much for folklore is hiding just beauty the surface of seemingly normal places. The process of digging, though, isn't without risk. Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Cassandra de Alba and music by Chad Lawson. —————— Lore Resources:  Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com —————— ©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

  16. We'll Be Back

    08/23/2022

    We'll Be Back

    Often times, it's not uniqueness that makes people curious, but their similarities. Today's tour should reveal exactly what we mean. Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmild See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  17. Lore Bites 58: Hospitality

    11/08/2023 ·  Bonus · Subscribers Only

    Lore Bites 58: Hospitality

    One Charleston restaurant is known just as much for its popular food as it is for the invisible patrons who have returned from the dead. ———————— 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 research and writing by Alexandra Steed, and music by Chad Lawson.

  18. Game On

    12/24/2020

    Game On

    Two things we take for granted. Two amazing stories. Naturally, both belong in the Cabinet of Curiosities. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmild See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  19. Lore Bites 168: Canary (member bonus)

    12/17/2025 ·  Bonus · Subscribers Only

    Lore Bites 168: Canary (member bonus)

    No matter how deep we’ve delved, superstition has always followed us into the dark. ———————— 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.

  20. Fairy Tale

    01/07/2020

    Fairy Tale

    A lot of things are too good to be true. Sometimes they turn out to be fake, while other times they reveal something no one expected. Today's tour through the Cabinet should acquaint you with both. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmild See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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