Aaron Mahnke
@aaronmahnke.com
Historian. Author. Hall of Fame podcaster.
Creator of Lore (podcast + TV + book series) and Cabinet of Curiosities (podcast + book).
Amateur photographer. Swiftie.
AaronMahnke.com/bio
Creator of Lore (podcast + TV + book series) and Cabinet of Curiosities (podcast + book).
Amateur photographer. Swiftie.
AaronMahnke.com/bio
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It’s time to dig a little deeper…
My newest history book, EXHUMED, is available for pre-order starting today, and I’m pleased to show off its gorgeous cover art.
On sale August 4th in hardcover, ebook, and audiobook. More info at aaronmahnke.com/exhumed
My newest history book, EXHUMED, is available for pre-order starting today, and I’m pleased to show off its gorgeous cover art.
On sale August 4th in hardcover, ebook, and audiobook. More info at aaronmahnke.com/exhumed
For the curious:
EXHUMED is an exploration of the folklore that fueled the exhumation of Mercy Brown in 1892. The book will take you on a fascinating journey through history, touching on mummification, executioners, corpse medicine, European vampire folklore, and so much more.
EXHUMED is an exploration of the folklore that fueled the exhumation of Mercy Brown in 1892. The book will take you on a fascinating journey through history, touching on mummification, executioners, corpse medicine, European vampire folklore, and so much more.
January 9, 2026 at 6:03 PM
For the curious:
EXHUMED is an exploration of the folklore that fueled the exhumation of Mercy Brown in 1892. The book will take you on a fascinating journey through history, touching on mummification, executioners, corpse medicine, European vampire folklore, and so much more.
EXHUMED is an exploration of the folklore that fueled the exhumation of Mercy Brown in 1892. The book will take you on a fascinating journey through history, touching on mummification, executioners, corpse medicine, European vampire folklore, and so much more.
It’s time to dig a little deeper…
My newest history book, EXHUMED, is available for pre-order starting today, and I’m pleased to show off its gorgeous cover art.
On sale August 4th in hardcover, ebook, and audiobook. More info at aaronmahnke.com/exhumed
My newest history book, EXHUMED, is available for pre-order starting today, and I’m pleased to show off its gorgeous cover art.
On sale August 4th in hardcover, ebook, and audiobook. More info at aaronmahnke.com/exhumed
January 9, 2026 at 6:02 PM
It’s time to dig a little deeper…
My newest history book, EXHUMED, is available for pre-order starting today, and I’m pleased to show off its gorgeous cover art.
On sale August 4th in hardcover, ebook, and audiobook. More info at aaronmahnke.com/exhumed
My newest history book, EXHUMED, is available for pre-order starting today, and I’m pleased to show off its gorgeous cover art.
On sale August 4th in hardcover, ebook, and audiobook. More info at aaronmahnke.com/exhumed
Is there a “citizens arrest” version of impeachment? Because hot damn there should be.
January 7, 2026 at 1:31 PM
Is there a “citizens arrest” version of impeachment? Because hot damn there should be.
Exciting news dropping on Friday. Best way to not miss it is to make sure you’re subscribed to my newsletter, The Campfire.
Link in bio.
Link in bio.
January 7, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Exciting news dropping on Friday. Best way to not miss it is to make sure you’re subscribed to my newsletter, The Campfire.
Link in bio.
Link in bio.
Name one 3rd party presidential candidate who has won a single state in the last 50 years. I’ll wait.
January 6, 2026 at 2:04 AM
Name one 3rd party presidential candidate who has won a single state in the last 50 years. I’ll wait.
We could have had a real President. We could have maintained our relationship with allies, extended the progress of the past few decades, and continued to improve on the American experiment.
But instead, we got a fascist kleptocracy governed by bigoted warmongering criminals. And I hate it.
But instead, we got a fascist kleptocracy governed by bigoted warmongering criminals. And I hate it.
January 6, 2026 at 1:39 AM
We could have had a real President. We could have maintained our relationship with allies, extended the progress of the past few decades, and continued to improve on the American experiment.
But instead, we got a fascist kleptocracy governed by bigoted warmongering criminals. And I hate it.
But instead, we got a fascist kleptocracy governed by bigoted warmongering criminals. And I hate it.
This is a pointless issue. Like it or not, she was on the ballet in November of 2024. That’s it. Harris or Trump, that was the choice. And staying home because she wasn’t perfect helped elect the other major candidate. It’s simple math.
These folks decided they’d rather have Trump than Harris.
These folks decided they’d rather have Trump than Harris.
January 5, 2026 at 9:25 PM
This is a pointless issue. Like it or not, she was on the ballet in November of 2024. That’s it. Harris or Trump, that was the choice. And staying home because she wasn’t perfect helped elect the other major candidate. It’s simple math.
These folks decided they’d rather have Trump than Harris.
These folks decided they’d rather have Trump than Harris.
Who said I “blame people for not trusting this electoral system”?
I said they equated both candidates as equally bad, and decided to stay home rather than vote. I’m not sure I could have been more clear than that.
That said, third party candidates in America, right now, are a waste of a vote.
I said they equated both candidates as equally bad, and decided to stay home rather than vote. I’m not sure I could have been more clear than that.
That said, third party candidates in America, right now, are a waste of a vote.
January 5, 2026 at 9:22 PM
Who said I “blame people for not trusting this electoral system”?
I said they equated both candidates as equally bad, and decided to stay home rather than vote. I’m not sure I could have been more clear than that.
That said, third party candidates in America, right now, are a waste of a vote.
I said they equated both candidates as equally bad, and decided to stay home rather than vote. I’m not sure I could have been more clear than that.
That said, third party candidates in America, right now, are a waste of a vote.
Still thinking about the “friends” who told me they couldn’t support Harris because both candidates were “equally bad.” So they refused to vote at all, allowing Trump to win.
Perfection will always be the enemy of progress. And purity test politics will be the death sentence for our democracy.
Perfection will always be the enemy of progress. And purity test politics will be the death sentence for our democracy.
January 5, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Still thinking about the “friends” who told me they couldn’t support Harris because both candidates were “equally bad.” So they refused to vote at all, allowing Trump to win.
Perfection will always be the enemy of progress. And purity test politics will be the death sentence for our democracy.
Perfection will always be the enemy of progress. And purity test politics will be the death sentence for our democracy.
Movie you’ve watched more than six times with a gif. Hard mode: no Stars (Wars nor Trek), LOTR, or Marvel, Disney Animated or Pixar.
December 8, 2025 at 1:59 AM
Movie you’ve watched more than six times with a gif. Hard mode: no Stars (Wars nor Trek), LOTR, or Marvel, Disney Animated or Pixar.
Just logging on for a bit. I’m liking’ it.
December 7, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Just logging on for a bit. I’m liking’ it.
Nothing like seeing all the *amazing* writers releasing books or receiving awards for them on here to make me question why I’m even *attempting* to write fiction. Feels like trying to find a seat on an over-packed bus.
I’ve been told to “stick to podcasting” for years. Maybe they were right?
I’ve been told to “stick to podcasting” for years. Maybe they were right?
December 7, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Nothing like seeing all the *amazing* writers releasing books or receiving awards for them on here to make me question why I’m even *attempting* to write fiction. Feels like trying to find a seat on an over-packed bus.
I’ve been told to “stick to podcasting” for years. Maybe they were right?
I’ve been told to “stick to podcasting” for years. Maybe they were right?
Some of my favorite photos from a chilly but beautiful walk in the woods today.
November 29, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Some of my favorite photos from a chilly but beautiful walk in the woods today.
Super helpful, thanks.
Adding your domain is separate from verification, you can apply for verification here (pulled this link from the hyperlink in the image: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
November 23, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Super helpful, thanks.
No badge yet, and not a single reply to this question. It’s no wonder more people spend their time on other platforms.
Ok, I’ve verified with my personal domain name. How long does the blue badge take to appear?
November 23, 2025 at 1:26 AM
No badge yet, and not a single reply to this question. It’s no wonder more people spend their time on other platforms.
Ok, I’ve verified with my personal domain name. How long does the blue badge take to appear?
November 21, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Ok, I’ve verified with my personal domain name. How long does the blue badge take to appear?
Hey all! The ebook version of CABINET OF CURIOSITIES is on sale for a limited time right now. Grab a digital copy for just $2.99 across all ebook retailers! Valid now until 12/1. Thanks for supporting the things I do!
November 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Hey all! The ebook version of CABINET OF CURIOSITIES is on sale for a limited time right now. Grab a digital copy for just $2.99 across all ebook retailers! Valid now until 12/1. Thanks for supporting the things I do!
It’s not surprising that cruelty and incompetence are unpopular. It’s just shocking that it’s taken so long for some people to stand up to it.
November 6, 2025 at 5:33 PM
It’s not surprising that cruelty and incompetence are unpopular. It’s just shocking that it’s taken so long for some people to stand up to it.
Half of all writing in the world is trying to think of a synonym for a word you just used in the previous sentence.
October 27, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Half of all writing in the world is trying to think of a synonym for a word you just used in the previous sentence.
Lore has a mix of ads voiced by me and ads that are pre-recorded by the advertiser. It’s the way the ad industry works now. I can either adapt or die, as they say.
October 27, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Lore has a mix of ads voiced by me and ads that are pre-recorded by the advertiser. It’s the way the ad industry works now. I can either adapt or die, as they say.
Reposted by Aaron Mahnke
Season 2 of #Lore premiered seven years ago today! Based on the award-winning Lore podcast, the show dives into the origins to some of our deepest fears. Both seasons are now streaming on Amazon Prime.
October 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Season 2 of #Lore premiered seven years ago today! Based on the award-winning Lore podcast, the show dives into the origins to some of our deepest fears. Both seasons are now streaming on Amazon Prime.
After a big delay due to 10 days of bad vertigo and then a lot of catching up on work stuff, I’m now 1/3 done with this novel (ya fantasy).
That’s it. That’s the post. Carry on.
That’s it. That’s the post. Carry on.
Just popping in to say that, yes I am still alive, and no, I wasn’t raptured. I’ve used the last two weeks to start writing my first novel in over a decade, and am already 25% done.
I’m enjoying the clarity that comes with fewer social media interruptions, so for now I think I’ll stick with it.
I’m enjoying the clarity that comes with fewer social media interruptions, so for now I think I’ll stick with it.
I think I’ll be taking a break for a while. Sorry folks. I’m just not built for *waves hands erratically* all of this. If creativity is a fire, social media is a big ol’ bucket of cold water.
Friends who still care to say hello know how to reach me. Cheers.
Friends who still care to say hello know how to reach me. Cheers.
October 18, 2025 at 5:58 PM
After a big delay due to 10 days of bad vertigo and then a lot of catching up on work stuff, I’m now 1/3 done with this novel (ya fantasy).
That’s it. That’s the post. Carry on.
That’s it. That’s the post. Carry on.
Oh Apple, you sweet summer child…
October 12, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Oh Apple, you sweet summer child…
Something wicked this way comes…
(I’ll reveal the full, gorgeous cover when I have permission.)
(I’ll reveal the full, gorgeous cover when I have permission.)
October 10, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Something wicked this way comes…
(I’ll reveal the full, gorgeous cover when I have permission.)
(I’ll reveal the full, gorgeous cover when I have permission.)