Lore Deeper Lore: 296 (25, 41, & 56)
Jan 1, 2026
Delve into the powerful tale of witchcraft revisited this week. Explore the intriguing stories of male witches near Chilauea and a mysterious Scottish witch trial. The haunting legacy of the Bell Witch events in Tennessee adds another layer of intrigue. Discover why witch trials continue to captivate audiences with their dark history. Join in for tales that remind us of the strange and spooky side of humanity!
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Witch Trials Reveal Human Nature
- Aaron Mahnke frames Lore as exploring where real events and folk beliefs intersect to reveal human nature.
- Witch trials fit this approach because they are well-documented and illuminate community dynamics and superstition.
Follow-Up Episodes To Continue The Theme
- Aaron Mahnke recommends three older episodes to pair with the rerun: Episodes 25, 41, and 56.
- He directs listeners to find them in the feed or via direct links in the episode description.
The Cave: Male Witches On Chilauea
- Episode 25, The Cave, tells an unusual story about male witches on Chilauea off the coast of Chile.
- Aaron notes it offers a fresh perspective on witchcraft with unique elements.