Lore 305: Botched

Lore 306: Disorienting

Some folklore can be very confusing, which can cause a lot of fear. Which was exactly the point for this specific realm of ancient belief and tradition. Just try not to get lost. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— PRE-ORDER EXHUMED TODAY: aaronmahnke.com/exhumed [https://www.aaronmahnke.com/exhumed] ————————— Lore Resources: * Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support [https://www.lorepodcast.com/support] * Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music [https://www.lorepodcast.com/music] * Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources [https://www.lorepodcast.com/sources] * Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop [https://www.lorepodcast.com/shop] ————————— Sponsors: * BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/LORE [http://www.betterhelp.com/lore], and get on your way to being your best self. * Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore [http://squarespace.com/lore] to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE. * HomeServe: Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month at HomeServe.com [https://www.homeserve.com/]. * Gusto: Online payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. Try Gusto today at Gusto.com/LORE [https://www.gusto.com/lore], and get 3 months free when you run your first payroll. ————————— 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 [https://advertising.libsyn.com/lore]

Legends 79: Lone Scar

The bigger the space, the more room there seems to be for ghosts. So it shouldn't be a surprise that there's lots of chills to be had in the Lone Star State. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Nick Tecosky, and research by Jamie Vargas. ————————— PRE-ORDER EXHUMED TODAY: aaronmahnke.com/exhumed [https://www.aaronmahnke.com/exhumed] ————————— Lore Resources: * Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support [https://www.lorepodcast.com/support] * Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music [https://www.lorepodcast.com/music] * Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources [https://www.lorepodcast.com/sources] * Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop [https://www.lorepodcast.com/shop] ————————— Sponsors: * Quince: Premium European clothing and accessories for 50% to 80% less than similar brands. Visit Quince.com/LORE [http://www.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 [https://www.chime.com/lore]. * Raycon: Discover better audio with Raycon. Go to BuyRaycon.com/loreOPEN [https://www.buyraycon.com/loreopen] to get 15% off the Essential Open Earbuds. * SimpliSafe: Secure your home with 24/7 professional monitoring. Sign up today at SimpliSafe.com/Lore [http://simplisafe.com/lore] to get 50% 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 [https://advertising.libsyn.com/lore] ————————— ©2026 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Deeper Lore: 305 (42, 106, & 180)

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (305: Botched) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: * Episode 42: LorePodcast.com/episodes/42 [https://www.lorepodcast.com/episodes/42] * Episode 106: LorePodcast.com/episodes/106 [https://www.lorepodcast.com/episodes/106] * Episode 180: LorePodcast.com/episodes/180 [https://www.lorepodcast.com/episodes/180] ———————— Lore Resources: * Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music [https://www.lorepodcast.com/music] * Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources [https://www.lorepodcast.com/sources] * Official Lore Merchandise: www.lorepodcast.com/shop [https://www.lorepodcast.com/shop] ©2026 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Lore 305: Botched

If the road to hell is paved with good intentions, then our journey toward a more human method of execution is a bloody highway. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— PRE-ORDER EXHUMED TODAY: aaronmahnke.com/exhumed [https://www.aaronmahnke.com/exhumed] ————————— Lore Resources: * Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support [https://www.lorepodcast.com/support] * Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music [https://www.lorepodcast.com/music] * Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources [https://www.lorepodcast.com/sources] * Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop [https://www.lorepodcast.com/shop] ————————— Sponsors: * BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/LORE [http://www.betterhelp.com/lore], and get on your way to being your best self. * Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore [http://squarespace.com/lore] to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE. * 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 [http://www.mintmobile.com/lore]. * SimpliSafe: Secure your home with 24/7 professional monitoring. Sign up today at SimpliSafe.com/Lore [http://simplisafe.com/lore] to get 50% off a new SimpliSafe system. * Gusto: Online payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. Try Gusto today at Gusto.com/LORE [https://www.gusto.com/lore], and get 3 months free when you run your first payroll. ————————— 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 [https://advertising.libsyn.com/lore] ————————— ©2026 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Legends 78: The Stacks

Folklore tells us that ghosts can be many things, but the most common view is that they are echoes of the past that are still present today. Which is why one type of building is the perfect place for a haunting. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Jamie Vargas. ————————— PRE-ORDER EXHUMED TODAY: aaronmahnke.com/exhumed [https://www.aaronmahnke.com/exhumed] ————————— Lore Resources: * Get Ad-Free Lore: lorepodcast.com/support [https://www.lorepodcast.com/support] * Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music [https://www.lorepodcast.com/music] * Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources [https://www.lorepodcast.com/sources] * Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop [https://www.lorepodcast.com/shop] ————————— Sponsors: * Boll & Branch: Upgrade your sleep with Boll & Branch. Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at BollAndBranch.com/lore [https://www.bollandbranch.com/lore] with code LORE. * MeUndies: Slide into game changing comfort and get 50% off your first order, plus free shipping, at MeUndies.com/lore [https://www.meundies.com/lore] with the promo code LORE. * Good Chop: Get high-quality American meat and seafood straight to your door. Use code 50lore to get $50 off plus free shipping on your first order at goodchop.com/podcast [https://www.goodchop.com/podcast]. * 1-800-Flowers: Order one dozen roses, and they'll double your bouquet to two dozen for FREE, at 1800Flowers.com/LORE [https://www.1800flowers.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 [https://advertising.libsyn.com/lore] ————————— ©2026 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.