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Dive into the chilling tales of mysterious lake monsters and eerie legends. Explore the haunting history of Lake Michigan and its treacherous waters. Discover the spine-tingling stories of lake monsters from the podcast's past discussions. Unearth the dark secrets of Lake Lanier and the myths surrounding it. Venture into small towns and their waterborne horrors, revealing unsettling local accounts. This deep dive promises a tantalizing glimpse into the unknown and the folklore that surrounds it.

Dive into the chilling mysteries of Lake Michigan, a locale known for its high disappearance rates and strange phenomena. Explore the legendary stories of lost ships like Le Griffon and the haunting return of the Rosa Belle, found intact with no crew. Uncover the enigma of the Thomas Hume, whose message in a bottle hints at its tragic fate. Meet Seaweed Charlie, a ghostly figure emerging from the depths, and discover the lake's connection to WWII training losses, including future President George H.W. Bush's naval career.

In this thrilling finale, delve into global vampire folklore that strays from the usual tales. Discover the eerie Jiangxi, a Chinese vampire that feeds on qi instead of blood. Hear about the Mananangal of the Philippines, known for its terrifying split-body flight. Uncover the Irish legend of Avartok, a king who rose to haunt his people, and learn how local methods put him to rest. Finally, meet Matthew Hassel, the Isle of Man vampire, and his community's dramatic measures to prevent his return.

Discover the haunting depths of the Twin Cities' history as their Dakota origins and fierce rivalries intertwine with chilling tales. From eerie sightings at music venues to the ghostly legend of the Fireside Room, the podcast uncovers a mix of crime, corruption, and the spiritual significance of sacred grounds. Explore the transformation of the Wabasha Street Caves from mines to speakeasies and meet spectral figures like Sinclair Lewis at the Palmer House Hotel. Uncover why spirits linger against the backdrop of a shared and tumultuous past.

Humans have reached out to communicate with the dead for millennia, and as this collection of tales will show, that hasn't always gone according to plan. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by Alex Robinson. ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources Official Lore Merchandise: lorepodcast.com/shop All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ————————— 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 ————————— ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (291: Dream Come True) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 111: LorePodcast.com/episodes/111 Episode 143: LorePodcast.com/episodes/143 Episode Legends 30: LorePodcast.com/episodes/legends30 ———————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Explore the eerie underbelly of dreams that manifest in reality. Hear the bizarre tale of a viral dream food and its real-life counterpart. Dive into ancient dream journals and their significance through history. Discover the contrasts between medieval church opposition to dream interpretation and Freud's revolutionary ideas. Unearth stories of inventions inspired by dreams and the chilling narrative of the Cox children's disappearance linked to a prophetic dream. Finally, unravel the emotional layers of dreams that connect deep family memories.

This time, haunting love stories are front and center. Discover the Thai folktale of Maynok, whose spirit comforts her husband after her tragic death. Explore the eerie tale of Lydia, a bride whose ghost lingers at a lodge, stirring up unsettling feelings. Uncover the chilling apparition of Queen Draga, seeking vengeance from beyond the grave. Plus, Australian theaters host their own spooky encounters, including an opera singer's ghost, forever watching over the stage. Love transcends even death, and these stories capture that bond.

Unearth thrilling tales of legends born from gravesites. Discover the spine-chilling story of Mary Jane Hendrickson, transformed into a witch by campfire tales. Explore Molly Lee’s tumultuous past and how her exhumation cast doubt on her witchy reputation. Delve into the mysteries surrounding the Stoskov granite orb, said to imprison a witch’s spirit, and uncover the real crimes behind local legends. Finally, meet Sarah Norton, a midwife who became a protective ghost. History intertwines with eerie folklore in captivating ways!

Explore chilling tales where tragic loss fuels haunting stories. Discover the ghostly legends of children saving lives on train tracks and the real-life crash that inspired them. Delve into the eerie history of a haunted campground tied to sorrowful tales of nuns and drownings. Uncover the dark legacy of Lake Shawnee Amusement Park, built over a mass burial site. Finally, hear about the tragic murder of Sylvia Gaines and the ghostly sightings that continue to captivate. These narratives blend history with the supernatural, leaving a lasting impression.