Best Luke Greensmith Podcasts (2025)

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It's Alive! 25:31

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7d ago25:31

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After almost a year of health-related ups and downs, and with Guillermo Del Toro's new "Frankenstein" film on the way, Luke returns with a look at the origins of electricity in medicine and folkloric tales of revenants throughout history LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter:…

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The Auld Magic of Christmas 39:30

9M ago39:30

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Luke is back with the reason for the season, whether that season is Christmas, Hogmanay Chapters: A Modern Era Christmas Primer The Festive Juggernaut of Industry Down With This Sort of Thing! Local Traditions For Local People LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreen…

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Halloween is Forever 27:32

11M ago27:32

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Just in time for Halloween, Luke is back with more deep seasonal lore! Chapters: Rituals in Lancashire Unlocking the Mounds Scottish Samhainn Seasonal Divination LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lu…

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Introducing: Fear Daily 25:23

12M ago25:23

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A long-lost archive of 90s horror, finally recovered and brought to light... with horrifying tales of murder, madness, monsters, and life after death! Ad-Free Episodes of Fear Daily are available now on all of your favorite podcasting apps! Fear Daily is an independent podcast hosted by Brandon Schexnayder and written by Brennan Storr, with Joanna …

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Enchanted Blades Beat Paper 27:39

1y ago27:39

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Luke rounds out his "Rock, Paper, Scissors" trilogy with tales of legendary swords Caledfwlch, Tyrfing, and Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi. Chapters: Show Me Rock The Sword Not in the Stone More on That Norse Sword Sword of the Wind Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is written…

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Romulus Et Remus 27:21

1y ago27:21

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With "Alien: Romulus" now in theaters, Luke takes a dive into the folklore behind Rome's origins. In addition, he examines the story of Cain & Abel from the perspective of the Qu'ran and Japan's most famous ghost story. Chapters: The Wolf Children of Rome The Hungry Titan The First Murder Japan's Most Famous Ghost Story Links: Luke on Twitter: @Luk…

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The Power of Libraries Compels You! 27:56

1y ago27:56

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Never cross a librarian! On this episode, Luke investigates famous book curses, lays out the story of the 165lb Codex Gigas, and takes a deeper look at ancient grimoires! Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is written and performed by Luke Greensmith Produced by Brenn…

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The Curse of Stone 25:15

1y ago25:15

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History is full of cursed stones and Luke is here with a primer on some of the greatest, including the Stone of Scone, Black Aggie, and the Hope Diamond Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is written and performed by Luke Greensmith Produced by Brennan Storr Learn mor…

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Wales Tales: Llandudno 30:35

1y ago30:35

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Luke returns to Wales with more legends of haunting from the Welsh town of Llandudno, along with a few extra that didn't make it into the previous show on Chateau Rhianfa. Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is written and performed by Luke Greensmith Produced by Bren…

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A Spooky A-To-Z 32:03

1+ y ago32:03

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Need to brush up on your favorite supernatural phenomenon? Luke has come to your rescue with a look at some modern urban legends, from Shadow People to Black-Eyed Kids to Sewer Gators and a whole lot more! Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is written and performed b…

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A Little Spider Therapy 32:15

1+ y ago32:15

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After suffering the consequences of a brown recluse spider bite while visiting Texas, Luke is back! This episode is part deep dive on the role of spiders in mythology across the world, part catharsis after having to learn what the word "necrotic" looks like in person, and all triumphant comeback. Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Fac…

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Christmas Eve in Room 13 39:26

2y ago39:26

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Christmas is almost here and so it's the perfect time to share Luke reading M.R. James' classic ghost story, "Christmas Eve in Room 13" Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is written and performed by Luke Greensmith Produced by Brennan Storr Edited by Tonya Downing Le…

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You Don't Know Jack (Frost) 25:24

2y ago25:24

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Krampusnacht is upon us, and you know what that means - MORE CHRISTMAS MONSTERS! On his fifth holiday special, Luke breaks down legends behind the man himself, Jack Frost, along with Ded Moroz, Snegurochka, and so many more! Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is writ…

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Who's Your Boogeyman? 29:15

2y ago29:15

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As long as there have been children, there have been boogeymen waiting in the shadows to frighten them, and so on this episode, Luke dives deep into the folklore of historical boogeymen Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is written and performed by Luke Greensmith Pr…

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The Hauntings of Chateau Rhianfa 29:32

2y ago29:32

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Looking for a scenic AND spooky place to host a wedding? On this episode, Luke dives into the many hauntings of the beautiful Chateau Rhianfa in Wales Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is written and performed by Luke Greensmith Produced by Brennan Storr Edited by T…

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It's Always Spooky Season 29:28

2y ago29:28

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October may be over, but around here, Spooky Season never ends! Luke dives into the ancient food traditions of Samhain, the horrors of England's Mischief Night, and the next-level eldritch terror that was the height of Devil's Night in Detroit. Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Luk…

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Haunting Across the UK 22:02

2y ago22:02

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On this episode, Luke digs up even more hauntings from around the UK, from the Watercress Lady of Pluckley, to Chillingham, to the most haunted pub in Wales. Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is written and performed by Luke Greensmith Produced by Brennan Storr Edited by T…

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Even More Cryptids! 21:00

2y ago21:00

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Luke is back and he is laden with cryptid knowledge, from the Beast of Bray Road, to the Snallygaster, Megalodons, and so much more! Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is written and performed by Luke Greensmith. Editing and production by Brennan Storr Learn more abo…

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Weird, Together: The Communion Girl 56:27

2y ago56:27

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Luke is currently taking a one-episode break from the podcast to focus on writing projects for work, and so on this episode he's presenting an episode of the horror movie review podcast "Weird, Together". "Weird, Together" is hosted by LukeLore producer Brennan Storr and sociology professor Joseph Comeau, and looks at independent horror movies thro…

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Our Flag Means Skeletons 23:01

2y ago23:01

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Sailing the high seas of pirate lore to discover the origins of Davy Jones Locker, the ghost of Stede Bonnet, and a Deer Island Revenant, all in a grudging nod to summer. Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is written and performed by Luke Greensmith. Editing and prod…

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Something Spooky 21:06

2y ago21:06

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On this episode, Luke goes for the hard stuff with downright scary tales of Alabama's "Huggin' Molly", Karnataka's "Naale Baa", Japan's " Sukima-Onna", and a whole lot more! Don't listen to this one in the dark. Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod LukeLore is written and perfo…

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What's Your Canon Event? 26:19

2y ago26:19

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To celebrate the success of "Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse", Luke takes a look at Canon Events throughout the history of folklore Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Achilles, Amazons, & Pride Through the Ages 26:29

2+ y ago26:29

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Happy Pride everyone! On this episode, Luke takes a look at the love story of Achilles & Patroclus, the legend of the Amazons, and a whole lot more Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Littlest Horror of the Deep 28:43

2+ y ago28:43

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Striving dragons, big fish, and the real Little Mermaid! Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Luke Greensmith

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The Vampire Roundtable, with Lady Mariam & Matt Stuertz 53:48

2+ y ago53:48

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Who doesn't love vampires? No one, that's who, and on this episode Luke celebrates his love of history's greatest bloodsuckers with producer Lady Mariam Michael & director Matt Stuertz. The trio talk Jiangshi, Penanggalan, Riri Yaka, and Matt's currently-in-production vampire film, "Wake Not the Dead", now funding in Indiegogo. Links: Contribute to…

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The Monster Hall of Fame 23:03

2+ y ago23:03

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Still battling his way back from a particularly terrible bout with shingles, Luke reflects on some of his favorite monsters from LukeLore past Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Call of the Owl 19:18

2+ y ago19:18

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Skinwalkers, mimics, and a deeply personal series of encounters with omens of death are part of this episode's dive into Native American folklore. Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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California Creepin' 20:25

2+ y ago20:25

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On this episode, Luke is freshly back from his first visit to California and he brings with him stories of the Devil's Lake, Alcatraz, the Bay Bridge Guardian, and more! Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Dragons of the Deep 23:50

2+ y ago23:50

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This time around, Luke talks about the monster stairs, Muckity Meg, and the hair-raising tale of Jim Vs. The Knuckerhole Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Luke Greensmith

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Skeletons Are Awesome 21:00

2+ y ago21:00

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This week, Luke defends the street cred of our favorite bony boogeymen via tales of bravery from New Mexico, the Gashadokuro, and Grandfather Death. His conclusion? Skeletons. Are. Awesome. Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…

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Dracula Vs. Frankenstein 22:21

2+ y ago22:21

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It's a new year and Luke is back to take us inside the true histories behind two horror legends: Dracula and Frankenstein. We also get bonus dragons, because who doesn't like dragons? Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch…

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Violent Night, Holy Night 19:33

2+ y ago19:33

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The Wheel of the Year makes its final turn, bringing us to Yule! On the final episode of 2022, Luke digs into the story of the Holly King and the Oak King, the survival rites of the winter solstice, and lets us in on why Santa has always been a badass Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/l…

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Oops! All Christmas Monsters 20:04

3y ago20:04

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Christmas is upon us and Luke is back with all the holiday monsters you can shake a stick at. Or maybe don't - they seem aggressive. Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Talkin' Samhain 1:08:56

3y ago1:08:56

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As the Wheel of the Year turns to Samhain, Luke is joined by Amon Mazingo of the Afrotales Podcast to talk the violence of John Barleycorn, the legend of Sleepy Hollow, and how witches really just want to be left alone to make tea. Make sure to visit Amon over at the AfroTales Podcast Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group:…

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Halloween Never Ends 18:40

3y ago18:40

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Halloween is fast approaching, and with the conclusion to the latest trilogy of the slasher series in theaters, what better time to talk about both the ancient origins of fear AND Michael Myers. LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: h…

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Witches 2: Hexing Boogaloo, with Lady Mariam 57:16

3y ago57:16

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On this episode, Luke welcomes back Lady Mariam of YouTube's The Grimm Exchange to talk more about the role of witches in culture. Along the way they talk spooky dolls, Saudi Arabia, and how Luke was once terrorized by a piñata. LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGre…

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A Happy Mabon To You 19:12

3y ago19:12

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The autumn Equinox, or Mabon, is almost upon us and Luke is here to provide some insight as to the celebration's origin. Not only that but we get some labors of Hercules, a VERY disappointing reveal on golden apples, and The Gooseberry Wife, a chilling aos si tale from the Isle of Wight LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan …

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Blackpool's Most Haunted 20:21

3y ago20:21

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Exactly how haunted is Blackpool, northern England's premiere seaside resort town? Luke does a deep dive into local legends to find out that the answer is "very"! LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/l…

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Predator & Prey 19:02

3y ago19:02

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By now you probably know that "Prey", the latest film in the "Predator" franchise, offers up a thrilling story of Comanche warriors vs murderous alien monsters, but did you know it touches on a fascinating creature of lore called the Pia Mupitsl? On this episode, Luke explores the legend of the Pia Mupitsl and other famous predators of old - the Wi…

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The Festival of Lughnasadh 29:15

3y ago29:15

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The Wheel of the Year turns yet again, bringing us to Lughnasadh, or "Assembly of or before the God Lugh”. It being a festival of farming means Luke gets to tell you all about one of his favorite topics - bread - along with stories of Ireland's ancient past, and a chilling fairytale about what happens if you treat grains the wrong way. LukeLore is:…

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Close Encounters of the Nope Kind 21:25

3y ago21:25

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Jordan Peele's alien-encounter blockbuster "Nope" is almost in theaters, so Luke is here with a quick refresher on exactly what a UFO "Close Encounter" is, and why you should avoid them at all costs. LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Gro…

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The Jersey Devil & Other Modern Cryptids 20:53

3y ago20:53

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What better time than summer to go off hunting for cryptids? On this episode Luke tells us about some beasts you may know (The Jersey Devil), some you may not (the Lizard Man of Scape Ore Swamp) and some you may just fall in love with (the Squonk). LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke …

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Hail Midsummer! 18:21

3+ y ago18:21

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The Wheel of the Year turns once more, delivering us to Litha, or Midsummer! LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Magic & Mystery of Cheese 24:58

3+ y ago24:58

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Luke celebrates his 50th episode with a look at the mystical side of cheese, from writers who eat it as a catalyst for creative dreams to an old story of the Aos sí using it to teach a lesson. LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: htt…

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Fear the Mimics 16:37

3+ y ago16:37

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Some of folklore's most frightening creatures are the ones you don't recognize as a threat until it's too late. On this episode, Luke heads deep into the Uncanny Valley to explore the history of doppelgangers, and pays a visit to the Good Folk. LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on T…

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The Bright Fires of Beltane 18:57

3+ y ago18:57

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Beltane is upon us! Spring is ending, summer is beginning, and Luke is here, battling a head cold, to tell you all about it. LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad ch…

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A Little Halloween History 9:40

3+ y ago9:40

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Hey all! Halloween is Luke's favorite holiday and so he wanted to share a bonus episode of Lukelore with you. LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lukelorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me…

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O Ostara! 17:03

3+ y ago17:03

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On this episode, the Wheel of the Year rights itself and Luke explains the origin of chocolate eggs, the Jackalope, and the great looming horror of the Osterhase, plus so much more! LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter: @LukeGreensmith LukeLore Facebook Group: https://www.fa…

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Flood Myths & Bad Weather Beasts 16:25

3+ y ago16:25

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On this episode, Luke braves the cold and the rain to bring you the Welsh flood myth, tales of Japan's baby-hunting Ame Onna, and Ijiraq, the northern Canadian beast of the cold. Remember the LukeLore motto: the outside is to be avoided. LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan Storr - Production/Editing Links: Luke on Twitter:…

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So You've Been Buried Alive 17:45

3+ y ago17:45

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As Tom Waits once said, "There's a world going on underground" and Luke is here to tell you all about it. From Not-Vampires to a giant Brazilian earthworm and a how-to on escape from being buried alive, this episode will go a long way towards helping you prepare for the horrors below. LukeLore is: Luke Greensmith - Writer/Host/Researcher Brennan St…