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

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes744Founded11 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
HistoryTrue Crime

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Latest Episodes

Most of the folklore that connects us is beneath our feet. But if history is any indication, there's more than enough to be afraid of above our head.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra... more

Moving from the familiar to the unknown comes with a lot of risk. And if the stories about one family are true, that risk can involve a terrifying new reality.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Jam... more

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (302: Bedside Manner) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 73: LorePodcast.com/episodes/73

• Episode 116: LorePodcast.com/episodes/116

• Ep... more

It takes a lot of compassion to care for the sick and nurse them back to health. And it takes a lot of trust to allow your well-being to rest in their hands. Thanks to a few terrible real life figures, though, it's safe to say that our trust…can some... more

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Recent Guests

GennaRose Nethercott
Ethnology student who interviewed Kathleen Hines about her dreams.
Episode: Lore 291: Dream Come True

Host

Aaron Mahnke
Host of Lore, Producer and Writer known for captivating storytelling that connects listeners to dark historical tales.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 66.3k ratings
  • Great to fall asleep to!

    I love this podcast! I used to listen to a different podcast to help me go to sleep, but that one was done by AI. So I found this one and it is amazing! I love spooky stories and for some weird reason I love to be scared while I’m going to sleep. I know, Im crazy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MADMAX011!
    United States21 days ago
  • Absolutely great

    Podcast Addict
    5
    lwood2425
    21 days ago
  • Don’t make it personal

    Update 3/11/2026: Aaron has made it very clear on January 12th 2026’s episode just how evil Christianity is and I doubt he will go after anyone else. On his Facebook page in 2020 he claimed to not be political but here he is…being political and creating stories against another group of people HE feels is evil instead of writing about (shocking) *LORE*. Grouping religious fanatics into the whole is destructive to those who never did nor follow those people who do/did. Get a grip Aaron and go back... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    annabanana1279
    United Statesa month ago
  • Paid for no ads and still hear ads

    I paid for no ads and I still hear ads. Guess I’ll be unsubscribing.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Taseia
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love this Podcast

    Have been listening to this podcast since its first year; It’s so well produced and beautifully written and narrated. In case no one has said it lately, it’s NOT political to say BIPOC were, at the very least, treated poorly. Honestly, I can’t even imagine being that stupid. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Itsnotmeitsyou44
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners express love for the storytelling quality and depth of research, finding the content highly engaging and frequently revisiting episodes.
Overall, the podcast is praised for its unique blend of dark tales and educational value, making it a staple for fans of history and ghost stories.
Concerns have been raised about the political commentary in recent episodes, with some urging to keep the focus on folklore and historical narratives.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#7
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#14
United States/History
Spotify
#42
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#31
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#57
United Kingdom/History
Spotify
#49
Australia/History

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lore

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

Focusing on the darker aspects of history, each episode reveals eerie tales and tragic events that have shaped cultures over time. Topics range from ghost ships and maritime tragedies to legends surrounding famous figures and regions, making each episode a compelling blend of folklore and historical reality. It often ties personal anecdotes and local myths together, providing a rich narrative that both informs and captivates listeners.

What sets this podcast apart is its ability to make often complex tales accessible and engaging, tapping into the innate human fascination with the macabre and mysterious. The depth of research and storytelling invites listeners to explore the intersection of fact and fiction, while also delving into how the... more

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1. Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities
2. Unexplained
3. Noble Blood
4. Myths and Legends
5. Spooked

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Lore launched 11 years ago and published 744 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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