On this episode, Luke welcomes back Lady Mariam of YouTube's The Grimm Exchange to talk more about the role of witches in culture. Along the way they talk spooky dolls, Saudi Arabia, and how Luke was once terrorized by a piñata.

LukeLore is:

Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher

Brennan Storr - Production/Editing

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Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith

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The autumn Equinox, or Mabon, is almost upon us and Luke is here to provide some insight as to the celebration's origin. Not only that but we get some labors of Hercules, a VERY disappointing reveal on golden apples, and The Gooseberry Wife, a chilling aos si tale from the Isle of Wight

LukeLore is:

Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher

Brennan Storr - Production/Editing

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Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith

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Exactly how haunted is Blackpool, northern England's premiere seaside resort town? Luke does a deep dive into local legends to find out that the answer is "very"!

LukeLore is:

Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher

Brennan Storr - Production/Editing

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Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith

LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod

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By now you probably know that "Prey", the latest film in the "Predator" franchise, offers up a thrilling story of Comanche warriors vs murderous alien monsters, but did you know it touches on a fascinating creature of lore called the Pia Mupitsl? On this episode, Luke explores the legend of the Pia Mupitsl and other famous predators of old - the Wild Hunt, the meat-sucking Yokai Nikusui, and so much more!

LukeLore is:

Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher

Brennan Storr - Production/Editing

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Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith

LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod

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The Wheel of the Year turns yet again, bringing us to Lughnasadh, or "Assembly of or before the God Lugh”. It being a festival of farming means Luke gets to tell you all about one of his favorite topics - bread - along with stories of Ireland's ancient past, and a chilling fairytale about what happens if you treat grains the wrong way.

LukeLore is:

Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher

Brennan Storr - Production/Editing

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Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith

LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod

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Jordan Peele's alien-encounter blockbuster "Nope" is almost in theaters, so Luke is here with a quick refresher on exactly what a UFO "Close Encounter" is, and why you should avoid them at all costs.

LukeLore is:

Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher

Brennan Storr - Production/Editing

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Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith

LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod

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What better time than summer to go off hunting for cryptids? On this episode Luke tells us about some beasts you may know (The Jersey Devil), some you may not (the Lizard Man of Scape Ore Swamp) and some you may just fall in love with (the Squonk).

LukeLore is:

Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher

Brennan Storr - Production/Editing

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Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith

LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod

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The Wheel of the Year turns once more, delivering us to Litha, or Midsummer!

LukeLore is:

Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher

Brennan Storr - Production/Editing

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Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith

LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod

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Luke celebrates his 50th episode with a look at the mystical side of cheese, from writers who eat it as a catalyst for creative dreams to an old story of the Aos sí using it to teach a lesson.

LukeLore is:

Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher

Brennan Storr - Production/Editing

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Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith

LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod

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Some of folklore's most frightening creatures are the ones you don't recognize as a threat until it's too late. On this episode, Luke heads deep into the Uncanny Valley to explore the history of doppelgangers, and pays a visit to the Good Folk.

LukeLore is:

Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher

Brennan Storr - Production/Editing

Links:

Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith

LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod

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