
Lore
The award-winning podcast (also a TV show & book series) about dark historical tales. Each episode explores the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.
Latest episodes

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Jan 1, 2024 • 27min
Lore 244: Stolen
This podcast explores the fascinating world of human remains, from the relic economy in the Middle Ages to the significance of relics in the Catholic Church. It also delves into the posthumous journey of Gene Roddenberry's ashes into outer space and the intriguing story of the mummified arm in the Church of St. James the Greater.

Dec 25, 2023 • 24min
Legends 17: Haunted Bridges
This podcast explores the haunted histories of bridges, including Emily's Bridge in Stowe, Vermont, and the legend of Lydia in Jamestown, North Carolina. The host discusses the symbolism and paranormal encounters associated with these bridges. The episode also mentions sponsorship by BetterHelp and Rockbrook Camera.

Dec 21, 2023 • 2min
Deeper Lore: 243 (25, 140, & 156)
Discover three topically related episodes about unusual witch trials in different locations and time periods. Learn why they are worth listening to.

Dec 18, 2023 • 24min
Lore 243: Surprise
This podcast explores the dark consequences of public opinion in the past, delving into the use of witchcraft beliefs for manipulation in Spain, the operations of the Spanish Inquisition, and the aftermath of the Basque witch trials.

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Dec 11, 2023 • 26min
Legends 16: Unusual Graves
This podcast explores unusual graves, including the stories of Timothy Clark Smith and Lila Maude Davidson-Hanssel. It also delves into the fear of premature burial and the invention of safety coffins. The host discusses the fascination and fear surrounding graveyards and examines the paranormal folklore surrounding Fodor Glava's grave.

Dec 4, 2023 • 28min
Lore 242: From the Ashes
This podcast episode dives into the haunted histories of Atlanta, including ghostly tales from the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park and the Fox Theatre. It also explores the unsettling story of the brutal murders in the haunted Montgomery House and discusses an unsolved murder case with a lingering presence.

Nov 27, 2023 • 25min
Legends 15: Bonaventure Cemetery
Explore the dark legends and haunting stories surrounding Bonaventure Cemetery in Savannah. Discover the tragic tales of its famous residents and the spooky statues that capture visitors' imagination. Learn about the enigmatic sculpture of Little Wendy and the eerie legends of Colonial Park Cemetery. Plus, get a glimpse of another intriguing location in Savannah and hear about the podcast sponsors BetterHelp and Factor.

Nov 20, 2023 • 26min
Lore 241: Evergreen
Explore the origins of Robinhood and the tradition of noble robbers hiding in English woods. Venture into haunted forests in England with stories of supernatural occurrences and ghostly apparitions. Uncover the mysterious death of Amy Robsart and the enduring legends surrounding her ghost. Discover folklore and legends related to forests worldwide, including the haunted tales of a Romanian forest. Delve into the mysteries of the infamous Ho Ya Batchu Forest in Romania with stories of disappearances and encounters with shadow creatures.

Nov 13, 2023 • 30min
Legends 14: Scared Straight
This podcast explores unconventional relationships throughout history, including a story of two Irish women who ran away together, a mysterious disappearance with troubled love, and the tragic life and hauntings of Oscar Wilde. It also discusses theories of Wilde being a vampire or ghost, and explores sightings of his ghost at Modlin College.

Nov 6, 2023 • 27min
Lore 240: Brick by Brick
Delve into the journey of an extreme athlete studying time perception in isolation, the gruesome history of walling people alive, perspectives on this punishment, sponsorship discussions, and the intriguing connection between a letter and an Edgar Allan Poe story.