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Bonaventure Cemetery
Savannah
Basque Witch Trials
Corrine Lawton
Gracie Watson
John Muir
Midnight In the Garden Of Good and Evil
Relics
Vampires
Folklore
Tattnall Family
Colonial Park Cemetery
Johnny Mercer
Conrad Aiken
Witch Trials
Sea Monster Folklore
Fodor Glava
Mitty Wilkins Manning
Leila Maude Davidson-Hansel
Timothy Clark Smith

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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Latest Episodes

She's the most famous name in horror, and the theories behind the legend are more frightening than you'd ever expect.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Laws... more

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Some stories are fascinating because they go against our expectations. And among them are a few that are absolutely chilling.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Cassandra de Alba.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (293: Mother Knows Best) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 84: LorePodcast.com/episodes/84

• Episode 116: LorePodcast.com/episodes/116

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Figures from folklore are often one-dimensional. But if the popularity of this particular woman tells us anything, it's that legends can sometimes become more powerful than real life people.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Ge... more

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Recent Guests

GennaRose Nethercott
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Episode: Lore 291: Dream Come True

Host

Aaron Mahnke
Host and creator known for his engaging storytelling of dark historical tales, intertwining folklore with factual history.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 66k ratings
  • Best App for me

    Stories are interesting, relaxing (mostly) and include a lot of history incidentally as part of the story. His voice is perfect for this app. Thanks Aaron for this and your other works.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dgluck811
    United States14 days ago
  • What a nice surprise!

    Found this accidentally, and listened to the “Silver Screen” episode… Very well told, great research and fun!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nichiren318
    United States18 days ago
  • It’s really good

    I don’t really like all the ads but the podcast is really good though

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    222x333
    United States22 days ago
  • Great podcast

    I love it

    I was wondering if he could do more about the pioneer life that would be nice still my favorite podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S0me0ne67
    United States25 days ago
  • House of David

    I live right down the street from HOD! There are still members, and a creepy abandoned neighborhood of single-room homes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bistrobartender
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the rich storytelling and chilling narratives that unfold in each episode. Many indicate that they have been long-time fans, engaged and eager for new content.
The content resonates well with those interested in historical narratives blended with horror, invoking strong emotional responses and appreciation for its depth and research.
A portion of the audience expresses dissatisfaction with recent changes in format, mentioning concerns about ads and an influx of shorter episodes, indicating a desire for more substantive storytelling.
While some listeners feel there is a shift towards political content that detracts from the original storytelling, overall, praise remains for the compelling nature of the stories told.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#7
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#238
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#8
United States/History
Spotify
#38
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#26
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#44
United Kingdom/History

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What is Lore about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Centered around dark historical narratives, this podcast unfolds chilling tales of folklore, supernatural elements, and societal fears. Listeners are taken on a journey through various topics, such as witch trials, ghost stories, and eerie legends from different cultures and time periods. The host's storytelling is engaging, often intertwining factual history with the mystical elements of folklore, catering to those interested in the uncanny intersections of human experiences and dark history. What sets it apart is the way it combines rich historical context with modern folklore, appealing to fans of horror, history, and the macabre alike.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with Lore:

1. Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities
2. The Midnight Library
3. Unexplained
4. Noble Blood
5. Dark Histories

How many episodes of Lore are there?

Lore launched 11 years ago and published 683 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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