Few corners of American folklore have as much depth and texture as one that was born out of tradition, longing, and powerlessness. And thanks to one trailblazing writer, we can take a guided tour of it all. Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott and music by Chad Lawson. FURTHER READING For those who want to learn more about today’s topic, go find a copy of Zora Neale Hurston’s article “Hoodoo in America” in The Journal of American Folklore, vol. 44 (1931): pp 317-417. ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com    ©2023 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Lore 232: Empowered

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.

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Some of the most frightening—and fascinating—stories in folklore are all about living remnants from the distant past. Let’s go hunting, shall we? Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba.   Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com  Sponsors:  Acorns: Acorns helps you automatically save & invest for your future. Head to acorns.com/lore to sign up for Acorns to start saving and investing for your future today! Stamps: Never go to the Post Office again. Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at Stamps.com/LORE. Skylight Frame: Share your memories with the ones that matter most. Get 15% off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/LORE.  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 our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com, or visit our listing here. ———— ©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Legends 26: Living Fossils

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (244: Stolen) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:  Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/125 Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/221 Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/Legends14  ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com  ©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Deeper Lore: 252 (125, 221, & Legends 14)

History is full of countless stories of people loving each other across all sorts of obstacles and divides. But it’s the greatest boundary of all that has generated the most fascinating—and terrifying—tales of all. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Alex Robinson, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com  Sponsors:  Thorne: Give your body what it really needs with Thorne. Go to Thorne.fit/lorepodcast for 10% off your first order. BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/LORE, and get on your way to being your best self. Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.  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 our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com, or visit our listing here. ©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Lore 252: Until Death

Cursed literature and haunted tomes fill a category of folklore that never gets enough love. This tour through the some of history’s most deadly books is sure to help you find a few new favorites. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and research by Cassandra de Alba. ————————— Announcement Links:   Cabinet of Curiosities book -  preorder here That’s Just Weird: grimandmild.com/weird The Legendry:  patreon.com/TheLegendry  Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com  Sponsors:  Mint Mobile: For a limited time, wireless plans from Mint Mobile are $15 a month when you purchase a 3-month plan with UNLIMITED talk, text and data at MintMobile.com/lore. Article: Beautiful, high quality furniture with a delightful design (and price) for every home. Get $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more at Article.com/LORE. Harry’s: Don’t settle for the status quo. Get started with a $13 trial shave set for just $3 at Harrys.com/LORE.  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 our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com, or visit our listing here. ————————— ©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Legends 25: Cursed Literature

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (251: Casting Shade) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:  Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/196 Episode 127: LorePodcast.com/episodes/127 Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/221  ———————— Lore Resources:   Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music  Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources  All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com  ©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Lore 232: Empowered

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