Lore
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A Lot or a Little?
The parents' guide to what's in this podcast.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Lore is a well-researched podcast that explores the strange and frightening depths of historical events. The show did so well that it also inspired the TV show of the same name. The theme of curiosity is woven throughout each episode, as listeners are often given the facts but encouraged to make their own conclusions. Many episodes include graphic and gory details about violent acts and spooky creatures such as zombies, vampires, and witches. Host Aaron Mahnke's soothing storytelling style makes these spooky historical tales intriguing to teens and adults alike. Mature themes and scary content may be too much for younger tweens and kids depending on their sensibility.
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What’s It About?
LORE is a biweekly award-winning podcast that explores the spooky side of history. Host Aaron Mahnke tells stories that explain the origins of well-known and lesser-known folklore from all over the world. Episodes explore mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places, with topics like "Where did zombies come from?" and "Are doppelgängers real?" Lore has been adapted into a TV show and book series, giving listeners a multifaceted experience.
Is It Any Good?
Each episode is told in a soothing and thrilling fashion that is sure to pique the interest of teenage and adult listeners. Listeners will enjoy learning about the strange history behind some of the most famous supernatural theories and beliefs. Lore is truly a classic that gives light to the spooky and dark side of history.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about whether the supernatural aspects presented in Lore are fact or fiction. What are some reliable sources you can use to fact-check these stories?
Consider exploring the Lore series on Amazon that offers visual depictions of stories presented in the podcast. How is the show different from the podcast? Does the visual aspect help or hurt the storytelling?
Although there are no visuals, the descriptions in the storytelling are often violent. Was violence in an audio-only format easier or harder to take? How did these stories make you feel about violence in media?
Sometimes people believe stories of supernatural creatures and events they have never seen. They even pass these stories on to others without knowing if they are true, which is how folklore is created. Why do you think people pass on stories that may not be true?
Podcast Details
- Release date: March 18, 2015
- Genre: Storytelling
- Average Run Time: 30 minutes
- Website: https://www.lorepodcast.com/
- Host: Aaron Mahnke
- Publisher: Aaron Mahnke and Grim & Mild
- Pricing structure: Free (Additional episodes, content and discounts available for a cost on Patreon.)
- Topics: High School, History, Monsters, Ghosts, and Vampires
- Character Strengths: Curiosity
- Last updated: September 30, 2022
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