The legends that fill our world often give us good reasons to be afraid. But there’s one thing most of us fear above all else, and when it succeeds in defeating us, the results can be terrifying.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Cassandra de Alba.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (271: Chill Seekers) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 37: LorePodcast.com/episodes/37
• Episode 84: LorePodcast.com/episodes/84
• Episode 215: LorePodcast.com/episodes/215

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This epic crossover between two cultural powerhouses is enough to leave us haunted by a tragic era—and it will give you some chills along the way.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson.

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Folklore has a way of ringing down through the centuries, calling out to be heard. And for this particular set of legends, that couldn’t be more literal—or terrifying.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Jamie Vargas.

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• Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music 
• Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources 
• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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• 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.
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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (270: On Display) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/51
• Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/68
• Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/117

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• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Sometimes appearances can be deceiving. Right beneath the surface, dark stories are hidden from view. All we need to do to uncover the shadows, though, is to pay them a visit.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson, research by Jamie Vargas, and music by Chad Lawson.

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• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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• 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.

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The most wonderful time of the year has a few secrets. According to legend, there are a few holiday characters that often get ignored—and that could be dangerous.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson, and research by Jamie Vargas.

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• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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• Quince: Premium European clothing and accessories for 50% to 80% less than similar brands, at Quince.com/LORE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
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©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (269: There Goes My Hero) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 115: LorePodcast.com/episodes/115
• Episode 135: LorePodcast.com/episodes/135
• Episode 161: LorePodcast.com/episodes/161

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• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

War has given us a lot of artifacts throughout history, but the most frightening relics are the stories it leaves behind.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Jamie Vargas and music by Chad Lawson.

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• Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music 
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• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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• StoryWorth: Give the gift of precious memories with StoryWorth. Go to StoryWorth.com/lore and save $10 on your first purchase.
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• 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.

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Stone is a powerful tool for recording history. But if the stories are true, the tales it tells can also hide dark and menacing secrets.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson, and research by Jamie Vargas and Robin Miniter.

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• Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music 
• Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources 
• All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com

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Sponsors:

• Quince: Premium European clothing and accessories for 50% to 80% less than similar brands, at Quince.com/LORE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.
• SimpliSafe: Secure your home with 24/7 professional monitoring. Sign up today at SimpliSafe.com/Lore to get 20% off any new SimpliSafe system with Fast Protect Monitoring.

©2024 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.