Lore: Deeper Lore 303 (74, 87, & 220)

Host: Aaron Mahnke
Date: April 9, 2026

Episode Overview

This Deeper Lore bonus episode, hosted by Aaron Mahnke, serves as a curated guide to the main Lore episode 303 (“Shoot for the Stars”), which explores folklore inspired by the sky. Aaron points listeners to three relevant older episodes from the Lore archive, each delving into skyward mysteries, to help fans continue the episode’s themes and mood. The episode is a resource for listeners eager to explore related tales, stay immersed in chilling atmospheres, and better understand the historical roots of cosmic folklore.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Purpose of Deeper Lore

• [00:52] Aaron explains that Deeper Lore is “a bonus episode that's designed to serve as a topical guide” to the main Lore episode of the week.
• The intent is to recommend older episodes that build on the main theme, allowing fans to “keep this spooky feeling going well into the weekend.”

Episode 303: “Shoot for the Stars”

• The week’s main episode centered on “folklore that's rooted in the sky above our head.”
• Aaron notes that this is not Lore’s first dive into skywatching folklore.

Three Older Episodes Recommended

• Episode 74: “All Fall Down”

  • [01:32] Aaron: “Everyone loves to make small talk about the weather, but trust me when I tell you that the stories covered in this classic episode will do more than break the ice.”
  • It’s a “fan favorite,” renowned for transforming everyday weather into something eerie and memorable.

• Episode 87: “Road Trip”

  • [01:50] A “terrifying, controversial story about what exactly can frighten us from above.”
  • Aaron suggests listeners may recognize some of its elements but recommends experiencing the whole story: “It’s best to digest this as a whole from start to finish.”

• Episode 220: “Uplifting”

  • [02:09] Addresses the evolution of aerial fears through history: “Since the 1950s, UFOs have been all the rage, but in the Victorian era they had their own airborne hysteria to worry about.”
  • Aaron hints at the episode’s surprising content: “It is a lot more strange than you would believe.”

Encouragement to Listen

• [02:30] “Episodes 74, 87 and 220 are waiting for you in this podcast feed. You can just scroll through your app to find them, or you can tap on their direct links in the description for this episode.”
• Aaron closes with his signature sign-off: “And until next time, stay spooky.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• [00:52] Aaron Mahnke:
  “Have you ever wondered where you can find more episodes on the same topic you just heard about?...The hope is that you can keep this spooky feeling going well into the weekend, putting a handful of old episodes into a new, more powerful context.”

• [01:32] Aaron Mahnke (on “All Fall Down”):
  “Trust me when I tell you that the stories covered in this classic episode will do more than break the ice.”

• [01:50] Aaron Mahnke (on “Road Trip”):
  “This is a terrifying, controversial story about what exactly can frighten us from above.”

• [02:09] Aaron Mahnke (on “Uplifting”):
  “Since the 1950s, UFOs have been all the rage, but in the Victorian era they had their own airborne hysteria to worry about. And it is a lot more strange than you would believe.”

• [02:40] Aaron Mahnke:
  “And until next time, stay spooky.”

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:52 — Aaron introduces Deeper Lore and its purpose
• 01:15 — Introduction to the week’s theme: sky lore
• 01:32 — Recommendation: Episode 74, “All Fall Down”
• 01:50 — Recommendation: Episode 87, “Road Trip”
• 02:09 — Recommendation: Episode 220, “Uplifting”
• 02:30 — How to find the episodes and episode wrap-up
• 02:40 — Signature sign-off: “Stay spooky.”

Tone and Language

Aaron’s signature ominous, inviting tone pervades this bonus episode, enticing listeners into revisiting the darker, stranger corners of history. His language is both accessible and charged with curiosity, making even summaries of old episodes feel engaging and mysterious.

Summary

This Deeper Lore installment is a short, rich guide for Lore fans, helping them extend the chilling, celestial themes from the latest episode. Aaron Mahnke’s curated selections and atmospheric commentary underscore why Lore remains an essential listen for those fascinated by the intersection of history and the unknown. For anyone drawn to the mysteries of the skies—both above and in our past—this episode is a perfect roadmap for further exploration.