Lore Deeper Lore: 267 (13, 83, & 127)
Nov 21, 2024
Dive into the intriguing world of folklore as it weaves through baseball's superstitions and curses. Discover how these age-old beliefs have captured the imagination of fans. The discussion is livened up with listener recommendations, linking the spooky tales to previous explorations in the archive. It's a captivating journey through the intersections of sport and the supernatural.
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Baseball As Folklore
- Baseball lore and superstition fit naturally into folklore because the sport has accumulated traditions and curses over time.
- Aaron Mahnke frames baseball as an unexpected but rich corner of folklore worth exploring.
Follow-Up Episodes Recommended
- Use past Lore episodes to dig deeper into thematic threads introduced in a new episode.
- Aaron recommends three earlier episodes as direct follow-ups for listeners who want more on curses and superstition.
Episode 13 Teased
- Aaron points listeners to Episode 13, Off the Path, noting it's an older episode available in original and remastered forms.
- He teases a connection between werewolf lore, Ireland, and an opening that starts with baseball.
