The cool waters of the ponds and lakes that dot our landscape are often seen as safe retreats for recreation and rest. But if these legends have anything to teach us, it’s that there is always a bit of darkness beneath the surface.

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

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (273: A Royal Pain) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 118: LorePodcast.com/episodes/118
• Episode 152: LorePodcast.com/episodes/152
• Episode 221: LorePodcast.com/episodes/221

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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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During their earthly lives, rulers often demanded the power of the divine. In death, though, many seem to have stuck around, unable to relinquish the power they loved so much.

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

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

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• 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.
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• MeUndies: Get insanely comfy-yet-sexy Undies and Loungewear, and score huge site-wide savings at MeUndies.com/lore, enter promo code LORE.

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History is often a discipline focused on looking backward. But scattered within those dusty pages are stories of those who seemed to be able to look ahead…with terrifying results.

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

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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:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (272: Tick Talk) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 154: LorePodcast.com/episodes/154
• Episode 157: LorePodcast.com/episodes/157
• Episode 192: LorePodcast.com/episodes/192

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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.

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We live our lives by the clock and never think twice about it. But history is filled with stories that should make us very, very afraid of time.

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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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

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• MeUndies: Get insanely comfy-yet-sexy Undies and Loungewear, and score huge site-wide savings at MeUndies.com/lore, enter promo code LORE.
• Bubbly Cleaning: Head to BubblyCleaning.com/LORE to get your first 3 hours of cleaning for only $19. Thanks so much to Bubbly Cleaning for sponsoring this episode! 
• 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.
• Acorns Earl: Acorns Early is a smart money app and debit card for kids that helps them learn the value of money. Head to AcornsEarly.com/LORE, or download the Acorns Early app to get started today!

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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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Lore Resources: 

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

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Sponsors:

• Hero Bread: Delicious and flavorful bread that has ultra-low NET carbs, zero grams of sugar, and is high in fiber. Get 10% off your order by going to hero.co and using the code LORE at checkout.
• 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!
• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.

©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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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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.

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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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

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Sponsors:

• 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.
• Cook Unity: Reset your routine with convenient, mouthwatering meals crafted with local ingredients by award-winning chefs. Go to CookUnity.com/LORE, or enter code LORE before checkout for 50% off your first week.
• 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.

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.

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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Lore Resources: 

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

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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.
• 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.
• 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!
• Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/lore to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using the code LORE.

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To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to [email protected], or visit our listing here.

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©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.