Legends 36: Strike It Rich

Few human characteristics generate more legends than our greed and corruption. So it should be no surprise that entire towns built on those principles are often filled with ghosts.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson, and research by Alex Robinson and Cassandra de Alba.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (262: Broken Lines) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 51: LorePodcast.com/episodes/51
• Episode 68: LorePodcast.com/episodes/68
• Episode 117: LorePodcast.com/episodes/117

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Some of the darker stories in history take generations to develop, coming down to us over the years one broken piece at a time. And the best way to enjoy their power is by putting them back together again.

Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Cassandra de Alba and music by Chad Lawson.

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Some of the most terrifying legends in history come from one place: beneath the shadow of an executioner.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Sam Alberty.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (261: Attraction) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

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• Episode 82: LorePodcast.com/episodes/82
• Episode 29: LorePodcast.com/episodes/29

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Folklore is often confined to circles around the campfire or whispered stories at slumber parties. But for a time in America, people turned folklore into things worth traveling to see. And their methods were rather tricky.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by GennaRose Nethercott, and music by Chad Lawson.

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The legends that are unique to America might be newer than some, but they still pack a powerful punch. But however familiar they might be, there’s always a darker side that needs to be explored.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, editing by Alex Robinson, and research by Alexandra Steed.

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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (260: Ghostwriter) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:

• Episode 37: LorePodcast.com/episodes/37
• Episode 61: LorePodcast.com/episodes/61
• Episode 215: LorePodcast.com/episodes/215

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