Many episodes include explicit verbal descriptions of violence and gore. Discussions about spooky topics like witches, zombies, vampires, and ghosts that may be unsettling for some listeners.
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Some episodes feature an ad from the episode sponsor in the beginning. Ads include companies and brands like mental health resources, website hosts, and home security companies. Ad placements don't affect show content.
Drinking, Drugs & Smoking
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Minimal reference to substance use as it relates to the story's content.
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Episodes feature folklore from cultures and societies all over the world. Listeners learn about the practices and beliefs of different societies that have contributed to the origins of strange and spooky theories.
Each episode focuses on origins of some of the world's spookiest folklore. Who was the first vampire? Where did the legend of zombies come from? Historical facts surrounding famous and lesser-known mysteries from cultures and societies all over the world. Podcast website offers links to informational blogs, the TV show, the book series, even an interactive map. This podcast would be a great supplement to a high school history lesson.
Positive Messages
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Episodes encourage curiosity and embracing unique interests. By learning the historical context behind supernatural stories, listeners gain insight into how history shapes society. Some real-life stories told don't end with justice being served.
Positive Role Models
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Host and creator Aaron Mahnke serves as a role model for following your passions. He offers well-researched information about topics he's passionate about. This could be inspirational for young listeners with unique interests. Not all characters discussed in episodes have consequences for their crimes or bad behavior.
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.
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?
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