Lore Deeper Lore: 288 (50, 111, & 151)
Sep 11, 2025
Dive into chilling tales of end-of-the-world folklore that draw connections to past narratives. Explore the recommended episodes, each brimming with eerie stories that enrich the discussion. Uncover how these timeless themes resonate with our understanding of fear and history. Perfect for fans of captivating lore and spine-tingling tales!
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Doom Narratives Mirror Social Anxiety
- Folklore about the end of the world reflects real social anxiety across history.
- Aaron Mahnke connects doom narratives to moments when societies looked for meaning and control.
Mary Mary: A Favorite Tragic Tale
- Episode 50, Mary Mary, tells a tragic family story with a supernatural twist that moved the host deeply.
- Aaron Mahnke calls it one of his favorites and recommends listening to the original or remastered version.
Sleeping Lucy Finds Lost Things
- Episode 111, Inside Job, features a woman called Sleeping Lucy who finds lost things in dreams.
- Mahnke describes her as an amazing character whose story delights listeners.
