Best Luke Mordue Podcasts (2025)

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The Satanic Panic 1:14:04

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**Trigger Warning: This chapter involves harm to children.** In this chapter, let's delve into the urban legends that brought forward what is now known as 'The Satanic Panic‘, from the first sensational cases and flawed investigations to the media frenzy and courtrooms that followed. We’ll look at how fear, politics, and culture combined to create …

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Killer in the Window [Patreon Teaser] 2:28

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For decades, stories of an unknown figure staring through bedroom windows have circulated in whispered warnings and late-night news reports, but is there any truth to it? In this chapter, we explore the origins of the 'Killer in the Window' Urban Legend and the real incidents that connect to it. Join us as we examine how a fleeting shape outside th…

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Mermaids 1:18:30

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From ancient carvings and medieval manuscripts to shipwreck songs and seaside myths, 'Mermaids' have haunted human imagination for centuries. Over the years, they have been a symbol of beauty, danger, sin, and even salvation. But where did these beings come from, and why have they endured in so many cultures across the world? Text Me (this is 3rd p…

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The Midnight Bus [Patreon Teaser] 2:14

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In the late hours of the night, a bus winds its way through the quiet streets of Beijing - a vehicle that has given rise to one of China’s most haunting modern legends. Known as the tale of the 'Midnight Bus', it tells of unsuspecting passengers, strange late-night boardings, and a ride that takes a turn into the supernatural. In this chapter, we u…

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Pin Prick Attacks [Patreon Teaser] 2:21

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In the crowded streets and buzzing venues of modern life, a rumour began to spread of strangers attacking at random with needles, leaving their victims with more than just fear and discomfort. Known as 'Pin Prick Attacks', this urban legend has gripped communities with its unsettling blend of danger, anonymity, and the dread of an invisible threat.…

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Knife in the Briefcase 51:59

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In this chapter, we investigate the ‘Knife in the Briefcase’ urban legend, a chilling tale that has circulated in cities across the world. Rooted in warnings about predatory strangers, it tells of women lured into vulnerable situations by a man whose professional façade hides something far darker. We trace the story’s spread through history and exp…

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The Horseshoe Grave [Patreon Teaser] 1:58

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In a quiet corner of Perry County, Ohio, lies a grave that’s become the centre of a dark fascination. Marked by a horseshoe carved into stone, this otherwise unassuming headstone has inspired decades of eerie tales, commonly known as 'The Horseshoe Grave'. From it's original story to today, we unravel how a single symbol etched in stone became the …

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Chupacabra 1:00:33

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Livestock found drained of blood. Puncture wounds with no clear cause. In this chapter, we investigate the 'Chupacabra', one of the most infamous cryptids in modern folklore. However, beneath the sensational headlines and pop culture portrayals lies an origin story rooted in real fear. From rural Puerto Rican farms to dusty Texas backroads, we trac…

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Electric Birds. Part II. Thunderbird [Patreon Teaser] 2:48

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The 'Thunderbird' is one of the most enduring figures in Native American folklore. A powerful, electric bird said to summon storms, strike down monsters, and keep balance between worlds. In this episode, I look at where the legend comes from, what it means to the tribes who tell it, and how it’s been reshaped over time. We’ll explore stories from t…

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Banshee 55:20

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Let's trace the eerie wail of one of Ireland’s most enduring legends, the 'Banshee'. Often dismissed as myth or metaphor, the Banshee is more than just a ghostly woman who cries in the night. Her story shifts across time and region, tangled in ideas of ancestry, grief, and death itself. This unsettling figure has followed generations through the ce…

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Electric Birds. Part I. Impundulu [Patreon Teaser] 2:59

3M ago2:59

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In this chapter, we explore the legend of the 'Impundulu', Southern Africa’s lightning bird. A shapeshifting blood-drinker entity that is both feared and revered across generations. We’ll trace the story through Zulu, Xhosa, and Pondo traditions, uncovering its many forms and meanings. From deadly thunder to fairy rings and vampiric hunger, the Imp…

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The Pet Snake 50:15

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**Trigger Warning: This chapter involves harm to children.** Join us as we explore a strange and unsettling tale that slithered its way into urban legend, 'The Pet Snake'. At first glance, it's a strange story of an affectionate reptile that stops eating, only to reveal a chilling intention. But behind the surface lies a story that speaks to our un…

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Nale Ba [Patreon Teaser] 2:37

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In the 1990s, in the streets of Bangalore, India, a strange phrase began to appear on walls and doorways: 'Nale Ba''Translating as, 'Come Tomorrow.' This was all tied to the legend of a witch who wandered the streets at night, calling out to men in the voices of their loved ones. In this chapter, I explore the urban legend of Nale Ba, where it came…

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Kuchisake-Onna 48:40

4M ago48:40

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Today we turn to one of Japan’s most enduring and disturbing legends, 'Kuchisake-onna', also known as 'the Slit-Mouthed Woman'. This tale of a disfigured woman who asks a chilling question has stalked schoolyards, late-night streets, and the public imagination for decades. But beneath the horror lies a deeper story - one shaped by post-war trauma, …

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The Nain Rouge [Patreon Teaser] 1:41

4M ago1:41

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A snippet of this weeks Patreon Exclusive chapter. Legends don’t always come from ancient times. Some are crafted more recently, shaped by communities, and kept alive because they say something important about the place they come from. In this chapter, I explore the strange story of the 'Nain Rouge', Detroit’s Red Dwarf. Said to be a demonic figure…

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Men in Black 59:59

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As we begin Season V, we explore one of the most unnerving figures in modern folklore: the Men in Black. Join us as we trace the shadowy origins of these silent enforcers, following their evolution from early UFO encounters to government conspiracies and their place in pop culture. We’ll examine the strange patterns that link witness testimonies, t…

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Season V Trailer 0:40

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Season Five of Urban Legends begins 14th May. In this new series, we uncover the strange, the sinister, and the stories that refuse to die. From serpents and spirits to courtrooms and cryptids, each episode takes you deeper into the folklore, fear, and facts behind the world’s most enduring legends. Written and narrated by Luke Mordue, Urban Legend…

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Santa Stuck in Chimney [Patreon Bonus] 24:49

9M ago24:49

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Modern Myths is a series running alongside Urban Legends; shorter chapters delving into smaller folkloric tales shared worldwide. To listen to our past episodes and to gain access to those coming on our next season, join us on Patreon by clicking the link below. __________________ Get ready for a festive, yet perplexing journey into the world of ur…

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Krampus 51:18

10M ago51:18

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Join us on a journey through centuries of tradition, mystery, and the darker side of the holiday season. Krampus, the horned and devilish counterpart to Santa Claus, has long been a figure of both fear and fascination. But what are the origins of this legendary Christmas creature? In this chapter, we will unwrap the layers of this complex folklore,…

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A Stranger Calls 44:27

10M ago44:27

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In this chapter, we answer the chilling call of a legendary urban legend that has left us with frayed nerves for generations: the ominous words, "The call is coming from inside the house." Join us as we unravel the origins, eerie narratives, and psychological terror behind this haunting urban legend. We'll explore how it has become a timeless cauti…

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The Dead Boyfriend 56:21

10M ago56:21

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In this harrowing chapter, we plunge into the chilling world of a spine-tingling urban legend that has fueled fear and fascination - the horrifying tale of 'The Dead Boyfriend' hanging above the car. Join us as we delve into the origins, gripping narratives, and psychological underpinnings of this enduring myth whilst also drawing connections to ve…

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Kidney Theft 43:59

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Join us as we dissect one of the most spine-tingling and enduring modern urban legends, 'Kidney Theft'. Let's delve into the chilling narratives, the origins, and the psychology behind this macabre tale of organ theft, exploring the various versions of the story and uncovering its roots in real-life fears and the fear of the unknown. Text Me (this …

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Killer in the Backseat 28:08

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**Trigger Warning: This chapter involves references of Sexual Assault** Join us as we explore the origins, the harrowing variations, and the gripping psychology behind the 'Killer in the Backseat'. Let's uncover its roots in real-life crime stories and how it has taken on a life of its own in the collective imagination, serving as a grim cautionary…

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Bloody Mary 36:38

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Join us as we plunge into the realm of darkness and superstition to explore the enduring urban legend of 'Bloody Mary'. Peer through the looking glass into the chilling world of incantations, haunted mirrors, and the enigmatic figure who haunts our reflections. We'll unravel the origins of this age-old tradition, tracing it back to its roots in fol…

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Aren't you glad you didn't turn on the lights? 36:24

11M ago36:24

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Step into the dark, shadowy world of an eerie urban legend that has chilled many for years: 'Aren't You Glad You Didn't Turn on the Lights?'. Join us as we delve into the unnerving stories, spine-chilling variations, and enduring mysteries behind this whispered horror. Text Me (this is 3rd party & I cannot respond, but I see all messages) Support t…