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The Lore Lads

Aidan Mattis
Missing 411
Sebastian Rogers
Jonbenet Ramsey
MH370
David Politis
Bigfoot
Missing Persons
Ufos
Conspiracy Theories
Hurricane Helene
Folklore
Tennessee
Wendigo
Smiley Face Killer Theory
Jonbenét Ramsey
The Philadelphia Experiment
Zodiac Killer
True Crime
Trinity
Flat Earth Theory

Aidan Mattis and Aidan Thornbury discuss the paranormal, folklore, history, and other nonsense in this weekly live show. Support us on Patreon at patreon.com/thelorelodge

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This week, the Lads talk to Lore Lodge contributing writer Bethany Watson and her partner Dennis Cahlo about their shared filmmaking endeavors, their love of horror, their takes on the JonBenet Ramsey case, and more. Welcome back to the Lore Lads!

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Nearly 25 years later, the Lads look back at 9/11. What they remember, what actually happened, and why the conspiracy theories surrounding that day never disappeared.From jet fuel and Building 7 to military exercises, intelligence warnings, the CIA, ... more

After diving deep into the Zodiac Killer case on Pepperbox.tv, the Lads come away with more questions than answers.From inconsistent victims and changing methods to the strange letters, possible suspects, and the mystery of why the killings suddenly ... more

After digging deeper into the supposed string of mysterious scientist deaths, the Lads start asking a different question: how much of the conspiracy actually holds up? This episode focuses heavily on Amy Eskridge, her anti-gravity research, the stran... more

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Recent Guests

Bethany Watson
Lore Lodge contributing writer and filmmaker
The Lore Lodge
Episode: Filmmaking & True Crime w/ Bethany Watson and Dennis Cahlo
Dennis Cahlo
Filmmaker and Bethany Watson's production partner
Episode: Filmmaking & True Crime w/ Bethany Watson and Dennis Cahlo
Katie Muth
State Senator, Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State Senate
Episode: Inside the Fight Against AI Data Centers w/ State Senator Katie Muth
Vail Finn
Author of In Ithan
Vail Finn
Episode: What Happens When History Meets Mythology? | with Vail Finn
Reed Choi
Guest mentioned as having appeared on a couple of episodes
Episode: Our Editor Can't Go Back to Ohio
Luke Echols
Guest from Off the Record, part of the Redacted Media Network
Off the Record / Redacted Media Network
Episode: Untold Stories From the World of Rock and Roll | with @OfftheReccles
Ryan Conroy
Local historian and history presenter; appears as a guest to discuss Phoenixville history and related mysteries
Episode: Unsolved Murders and the Outlaw Who Escaped | with Ryan Conroy
Peter Herschler
Mayor of Phoenixville
Phoenixville Borough
Episode: Is There a Cult Hiding in Our Hometown? | with Our Mayor
Derek Sherwood
Author of It's Who Killed Betsy? / Uncovering Pennsylvania State University's Most Notorious Unsolved Crime
Author
Episode: The Murder of Betsy Aardsma | with Derek Sherwood

Hosts

Aidan Mattis
Host of The Lore Lads / The Lore Lodge; co-host with a focus on folklore, history, and skeptical inquiry.
Aidan Thornbury
Co-host on lore-focused discussions; contributes historical context and balance to conversations.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Well researched

    Top notch research and storytelling. Very respectful to victims. I wish there was less tangential Bible talk, but it's their show and Im choosing to listen, so I cant complain, and the core of the episodes are enjoyable and solid.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dietnut1980
    United States2 months ago
  • Absolute trash

    They have a hard time following a thread and talk about a million topics at once. I tried to make it through two episodes about topics I’m interested in and had to stop halfway through the second one because the research is just absolute trash. It’s pretty obvious that one of these hosts (the one that talks the most is the most uninformed), formed his opinion about the JB Ramsey case directly from the Dr. Phil episode in the 90s when he was about ten years old and it’s been an unchanged opinion ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Vicca Storm
    United States9 months ago
  • This podcast is...

    Garbage and worthless.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BillseyeBill
    United States10 months ago
  • Weird conservative men victim complexes

    Keep your weird crybaby political commentary out of the show, it ruins it and ruins your credibility. Snowflakes.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    banzers77777
    United Statesa year ago
  • More Cat please!!!!

    Yesterday’s episode was so much fun. I’m gonna re-listen to it! Pretty please have Cat on again, she is so cool and it’s so refreshing to have a woman's perspective on things and inspiring too, considering she’s a chemical engineer! So cool!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    suomynona sue
    United Statesa year ago

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Audio quality and on-mic banter are common points of praise and critique.

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Talking Points

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The Real Questions We Should Ask About 9/11
Q: Why do you trust Kiriakou?
The host says Kiriakou's claims should be heard with skepticism and verified, while arguing that his history of criticizing the CIA makes a covert effort to use him as controlled opposition seem unlikely.
The Real Questions We Should Ask About 9/11
Q: Why did Building 7 fall?
The hosts discuss damage from debris from the Twin Towers, weakened structural elements, and the failure of internal pillars, which caused the building to collapse inward.
Was there more than one Zodiac Killer?
Q: What about the question of why it stopped?
Aidan Mattis considers death the likeliest explanation, while also suggesting the killer may have left the area or experienced a major change in personality or circumstances.
Was there more than one Zodiac Killer?
Q: What were some of the biggest surprises to you about this case?
Aidan Mattis says the lack of consistency stood out, including differences in weapons and victim profiles, and raises the possibility that the Zodiac identity involved more than one person.
Filmmaking & True Crime w/ Bethany Watson and Dennis Cahlo
Q: Why would John Ramsey be the one to find JonBenét's body?
Mattis says the family may have expected police to conduct a brief search and leave, creating an opportunity to remove the body later. He also suggests that John may have brought Fleet White along in the hope that someone else would find her, and that confusion or panic could explain why John ultimately did.

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

Two hosts explore a mix of folklore, paranormal topics, and historical curiosities with a lively, freewheeling vibe. Episodes frequently weave together history, mystery, and conspiracy-flavored discussion, often peppered with humor, pop culture tangents, and audience interaction during a weekly live format. Across recent topics, they cover legendary lore, cryptic phenomena, and misperceptions in media, while spotlighting skeptical analysis and practical takes on belief, storytelling, and the craft of world-building. A standout trait is the duo's balance of insightful research with expansive banter, which keeps long-form topics engaging for listeners who enjoy culture, curiosity, and a healthy skepticism of sensational narratives. Potential ... more

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