Lore 281: The Silver Scream
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We look to the theater for entertainment, distraction, and inspiration. But like so many other areas of popular culture, that glitz and glamour hides a darker past. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: Episode Sources: Official Lore Merchandise: All the shows from Grim & Mild: ————————— Sponsors: BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at , and get on your way to...
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Legends 54: Fairytale
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Humans have spent a very long time collecting and sharing specific tales. But just because the most popular ones are bright and cheerful doesn’t mean the rest are without shadows. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Jamie Vargas and GennaRose Nethercott. ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: Episode Sources: All the shows from Grim & Mild: ————————— Sponsors: BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at , and get on your way to being your best self....
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Deeper Lore: 280 (81, 118, & 166)
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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (280: Flower Power) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 81: Episode 118: Episode 166: ———————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: Episode Sources: All the shows from Grim & Mild: ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.
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Lore 280: Flower Power
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The soil of history is rich with all sorts of traditions and folklore, many of which have sprouted into deadly tools and powerful magic. At least, that’s what the stories tell us. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: Episode Sources: Official Lore Merchandise: All the shows from Grim & Mild: ————————— Sponsors: BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at ,...
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Legends 53: Lunacy
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Legends are all around us. But few topics in the world of folklore do as good a job of illuminating our flawed human nature as the stories hanging over our heads. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Cassandra de Alba. ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: Episode Sources: All the shows from Grim & Mild: ————————— Sponsors: Avocado Green Mattress: Shop now at , and save up to 10% on certified organic mattresses. Acorns: Acorns helps you automatically save & invest for your...
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Deeper Lore: 279 (130, 176, & 205)
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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (279: Singular) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 130: Episode 176: Episode 205: ———————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: Episode Sources: All the shows from Grim & Mild: ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.
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Lore 279: Singular
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Even the brightest members of the fairytale world have dark and shadowy origins. In fact, one particular medieval beast developed a terrifying reputation that is still a part of our world today. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Jamie Vargas, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: Episode Sources: Official Lore Merchandise: All the shows from Grim & Mild: ————————— Sponsors: BetterHelp: Lore is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at...
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Legends 52: Sunshine
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We might long for vacations in beautiful, sunlit settings as a break from the mundane, but just because a place is a paradise doesn’t mean it has no shadows. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Jamie Vargas. ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: Episode Sources: All the shows from Grim & Mild: ————————— Sponsors: Warby Parker: Visit one of over 270 stores to find your next pair of glasses, or go to to try on any pair virtually! Acorns Early: Acorns Early is a smart money app...
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Deeper Lore: 278 (8, 111, & 215)
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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (278: Bad For Business) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 8: Episode 111: Episode 215: ———————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: Episode Sources: All the shows from Grim & Mild: ©2025 Aaron Mahnke. All rights reserved.
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Lore 278: Bad For Business
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It’s easy to think of folklore and the supernatural as something that sits outside our little bubble of normal life. But in many cases throughout history, spooky things had a way of creeping into one of the most mundane areas of society: the business world. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: Episode Sources: Official Lore Merchandise: All the shows from Grim & Mild: ————————— Sponsors: ...
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