Lore
True crime podcast review — 2026
"Lore explores the dark historical origins of folklore, superstition and legend, often revealing the true crimes and horrors that inspired them. Aaron Mahnke's literary narration has made it one of the most beloved storytelling podcasts of the past decade."
About the host
Aaron Mahnke
Host of Lore.
About this podcast
Sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction. Lore is a bi-weekly podcast about dark historical tales. The stories are terrifying not because of demons and monsters, but because of the truth inside them.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1 — best heard in order
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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What is Lore about?
Sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction. Lore is a bi-weekly podcast about dark historical tales. The stories are terrifying not because of demons and monsters, but because of the truth inside them.
Is Lore worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Perfect for fans of dark history, folklore and historical crimes". The community has rated it 9.0/10 overall. Award-winning dark history podcast exploring terrifying historical truths that inspired folklore and legend.
Who is Lore for?
Lore is recommended for true crime enthusiasts who enjoy Historical Crime.
What is the best episode of Lore to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1 — best heard in order. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
What podcasts are similar to Lore?
If you enjoy Lore, you might also like: Last Seen, Morbid, Tenfold More Wicked, Bad, Mad & Northern. See our full "Podcasts Like Lore" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Serialised
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Narrative; immersive
- Episode length
- 15-35 min
- Episodes
- 250+ episodes
- Country
- United States
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