Legends 75: Precious
March 16, 2026
The allure of treasure, whether literal or figurative, often masks a dark reality where the pursuit can lead to obsession, ruin, and death, as illustrated by the stories of Floyd Collins and Adolph Ruth.
Deeper Lore: 301 (21, 131, & 220)
March 12, 2026
The purpose of this 'Deeper Lore' episode is to serve as a topical guide, recommending older *
Lore 301: Lost at Sea
March 9, 2026
Sailors developed extensive maritime folklore, encompassing superstitions about bad luck (like bringing a "Jonah" aboard or renaming a ship) and good luck charms (like specific tattoos or carrying a caul), stemming from the inherent dangers and the vast unknown of the sea.
Legends 74: Snake in the Grass
March 2, 2026
The episode explores historical narratives where the betrayal of trust, often leading to unspeakable crimes, forms the basis of frightening legends, aligning with the show notes for *
Deeper Lore: 300 (37, 79, & 260)
February 26, 2026
The episode "Deeper Lore: 300 (37, 79, & 260)" serves as a topical guide, recommending older episodes that complement the subject matter of the most recent Lore episode, 300: Board Stiff.
Lore 300: Board Stiff
February 23, 2026
The history of the Ouija board is deeply intertwined with sensationalized claims, family feuds, and numerous documented instances of death and psychological distress, despite its commercial success as a parlor game.
Legends 73: For Better or For Worse
February 16, 2026
The episode explores legends where weddings, typically symbols of happy beginnings, instead lead to tragic or unsettling outcomes, as suggested by the episode title, "Legends 73: For Better or For Worse."
Deeper Lore: 299 (21, 104, & 122)
February 9, 2026
This episode of *
Lore 299: Unsinkable
February 9, 2026
Despite popular belief, the RMS Titanic was never officially advertised as "unsinkable" by its builders, a term that gained traction only after the disaster began.
Legends 72: The Hills
February 2, 2026
Appalachian folklore, as explored in *
Deeper Lore: 298 (25, 88, & 134)
January 26, 2026
The purpose of "Deeper Lore: 298 (25, 88, & 134)" is to guide listeners to three older Lore episodes (25, 88, and 134) that provide deeper context for the themes explored in the new episode, 298: Almost Alive.
Lore 298: Almost Alive
January 26, 2026
The history of automata reveals a long-standing human fascination with creating seemingly sentient, self-moving mechanical beings, ranging from ancient mythological concepts to complex 18th-century clockwork marvels.
Legends 71: Homewrecker
January 19, 2026
Slavic paganism featured localized household gods, like the Domovoy (house guardian) and the Dvorovoy (yard/farm guardian), who demanded respect and offerings for domestic and agricultural stability.
Deeper Lore: 297 (11, 83, & 113)
January 15, 2026
The purpose of the "Deeper Lore: 297 (11, 83, & 113)" episode is to serve as a topical guide, recommending older episodes that complement the subject matter of the most recent main episode (Episode 297: Bloody).
Lore 297: Bloody
January 12, 2026
The episode of Lore 297: Bloody explores how folklore, particularly the blood libel myth, has historically been weaponized against vulnerable groups, specifically Jewish people, leading to real-world violence and persecution.
Special Announcement: Exhumed
January 9, 2026
The podcast *
Legends 70: Something Lost
January 5, 2026
Folklore, as explored in Lore: Legends 70: Something Lost, serves as cultural fabric, moral lessons, and explanations for natural phenomena, often featuring powerful, sometimes terrifying, supernatural beings like Mishi Peshu and the Shunkawarakin.
Deeper Lore: 296 (25, 41, & 56)
January 1, 2026
The purpose of the 'Deeper Lore' episode format is to provide topical guides by recommending older episodes that pair well with the subject matter of the most recently aired standard 'Lore' episode, which in this case was a rerun of Episode 12: Half-Hanged.
Lore 296 Revisiting Half Hanged
December 29, 2025
Lore 296: Revisiting "Half-Hanged" is a rerun of the classic Episode 12, chosen to give the production team a holiday break after nearly 11 years of continuous new releases.
Legends 69: The Last Frontier
December 22, 2025
The episode "Legends 69: The Last Frontier" of the podcast *
Deeper Lore: 295 (54, 74, & 87)
December 18, 2025
The purpose of the "Deeper Lore" bonus episode format is to serve as a topical guide, pointing listeners to older episodes in the *
Lore 295: Making Your Luck
December 15, 2025
The history of games, from ancient Mesopotamian boards to modern parlor games like Cluedo (Clue), often intertwines with beliefs in divination, fortune-telling, and superstition.
Legends 68: Erupt
December 8, 2025
The episode "Legends 68: Erupt" explores how legends across various cultures often frame volcanic eruptions not just as natural disasters, but as instruments of divine justice, punishment, or creation.
Deeper Lore: 294 (34, 112, & 117)
December 4, 2025
The purpose of the "Deeper Lore" bonus episode format is to serve as a topical guide, recommending older episodes that complement the subject matter of the most recent "Lore" episode.
Lore 294: Upon Reflection
December 1, 2025
The history of mirrors reveals their long association with magic and divination (catoptromancy), predating their common use for simple reflection.
Legends 67: Northern Exposure
November 24, 2025
The episode "Legends 67: Northern Exposure" explores historical instances of witchcraft accusations and related legal proceedings in Canada, highlighting how fear and societal upheaval can drive such events.
Deeper Lore: 293 (84, 116, & 172)
November 20, 2025
The purpose of this 'Deeper Lore' episode is to provide listeners with three recommended older episodes (84, 116, and 172) that thematically complement the main episode, 293: Mother Knows Best, which focuses on Mother Shipton.
Lore 293: Mother Knows Best
November 17, 2025
The legend of Mother Shipton, a famed and feared British folklore figure, is largely composed of later inventions and prophecies written after her supposed death, despite incorporating real historical events and figures.
Legends 66: Devour
November 10, 2025
The episode explores how stories surrounding taboos, such as incest (Julian and Marguerite) and cannibalism (Sawney Bean and the Hicks Road recluses), are used as cultural weapons of fear and social control.
Deeper Lore: 292 (90, 202, & 229)
November 6, 2025
The purpose of the "Deeper Lore" episode format, exemplified by "Deeper Lore: 292 (90, 202, & 229)", is to serve as a topical guide, pairing the new episode (292: Message in a Bottle) with older, thematically related episodes from the extensive "Lore" catalog.
Lore 292: Message in a Bottle
November 3, 2025
The Lake Michigan Triangle is associated with numerous unexplained disappearances of ships and aircraft, leading to various scientific and supernatural theories.
Trick or Treat 5: Drained
October 31, 2025
The episode "Trick or Treat 5: Drained" explores global vampire folklore that deviates significantly from Western stereotypes, focusing on the Chinese Jiangxi, the Filipino Mananangal, and the Irish Avartok.
Legends 65: Twin Spirits
October 27, 2025
The foundation of the Twin Cities, Minneapolis and St. Paul, lies on the sacred Dakota land of Bedugte, the center of their world, which was later developed despite its spiritual significance.
Trick or Treat 4: From the Beyond
October 24, 2025
The episode "Trick or Treat 4: From the Beyond" explores historical accounts where attempts to communicate with the dead resulted in unexpected or protective interventions, such as Augustus Peters' spirit guarding his body from animals.
Deeper Lore: 291 (111, 143, & Legends 30)
October 23, 2025
The purpose of the "Deeper Lore" bonus episode format is to serve as a topical guide, pairing the most recent Lore episode with related older episodes from the catalog.
Lore 291: Dream Come True
October 20, 2025
The folklore surrounding dreams, explored in Lore 291: Dream Come True, reveals a long history of both documenting dreams (like ancient Roman and Japanese journals) and interpreting them, often linking them to prophecy or divine messages.
Trick or Treat 3: Loved & Lost
October 17, 2025
The episode "Trick or Treat 3: Loved & Lost" explores ghost stories rooted in powerful, enduring love and loss, featuring tales from Thailand, Tennessee, and Australia.
Legends 64: No Rest For the Wicked
October 13, 2025
Many local legends surrounding accused witches, such as Mary Jane Hendrickson and Molly Lee, are revealed to be rooted in misinterpretations, childhood stories, or the distortion of the lives of independent or unconventional women.
Trick or Treat 2: Too Young
October 10, 2025
The episode "Trick or Treat 2: Too Young" of the podcast Lore focuses on chilling tales stemming from tragic loss, specifically child and infant mortality, as a common source for historical legends and folklore.
Deeper Lore: 290 (24, 207, & 265)
October 9, 2025
The purpose of the "Deeper Lore" episode format is to serve as a topical guide, recommending older episodes that pair well with the most recent Lore episode (Episode 290: Growing Pains).
Lore 290: Growing Pains
October 6, 2025
Many seemingly innocent nursery rhymes and children's games, explored in "Lore 290: Growing Pains," often have dark or serious historical origins rooted in concepts like death, disease, or social anxieties.
Trick or Treat: Lavish
October 3, 2025
The special Halloween bonus episode of Lore, "Trick or Treat: Lavish," features a collection of stories about haunted castles sourced from the members-only 'Lore Bites' library.
Legends 63: Dance With the Devil
September 29, 2025
Folklore frequently links the devil to high-stakes gambles, often involving the exchange of one's soul for worldly gain, as exemplified by stories of musicians and gamblers.
Deeper Lore: Episode 289 (18, 48, & 101)
September 25, 2025
This episode of Deeper Lore serves as a curated guide, connecting the most recent Lore episode (289: Shake It) to three older episodes (18: Hunger Pains, 48: Downriver, and 101: Worn Away) that explore related themes of folklore, power, and fear, particularly within Native American cultures.
Lore 289: Shake It
September 22, 2025
Aztec death whistles produce a sound that the human brain cannot classify, inducing instant dread and fear.
Legends 62: The Little Things
September 15, 2025
The Phelps General Store in Palmyra, New York, is considered the most haunted building in the Finger Lakes District, with multiple family members believed to be lingering spirits.