Deeper Lore: 258 (55, 64, & 40)
Digest
This episode of Deeper Lore is a short bonus episode that serves as a topical guide to the most recent episode, "Wall to Wall." It recommends three previous episodes that explore the dark tourism of Boston, New York City, and New Orleans. The host, Aaron, explains that Deeper Lore is a helpful tool for superfans who want to delve deeper into the topics covered in the main episodes. He suggests listening to Episode 55, "Away Inside," which focuses on the shadows of Boston, Episode 64, "Behind Closed Doors," which explores the frightening ghost stories of New York City, and Episode 40, "Everything Floats," which delves into the dark history and folklore of New Orleans. These episodes offer a deeper understanding of the folklore and shadows that exist in these historic cities, providing a unique and engaging experience for listeners.
Outlines
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Introduction and Purpose of Deeper Lore
This Chapter introduces the host, Aaron, and the purpose of Deeper Lore, which is to provide a topical guide to the most recent episode of the main podcast. It explains that Deeper Lore helps listeners find similar episodes and delve deeper into the topics covered in the main episodes.
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Exploring the Folklore of Boston
This Chapter focuses on the most recent episode, "Wall to Wall," which explores the folklore of Boston, specifically the harbor and its surrounding islands. It highlights the unique and magical aspects of the location, as well as the dark history and folklore associated with it.
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Recommended Episodes for Dark Tourism
This Chapter recommends three previous episodes that explore the dark tourism of Boston, New York City, and New Orleans. It provides a brief overview of each episode, highlighting the specific topics covered and the unique experiences they offer.
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Conclusion and Call to Action
This Chapter concludes the episode by encouraging listeners to explore the recommended episodes and delve deeper into the dark tourism of the featured cities. It provides instructions on how to find the episodes in the podcast feed and encourages listeners to stay spooky.
Keywords
Deeper Lore
Deeper Lore is a bonus podcast series that provides a topical guide to the most recent episode of the main podcast, "Lore." It helps listeners find similar episodes and delve deeper into the topics covered in the main episodes. Deeper Lore is designed to be a helpful tool for superfans who want to explore the folklore and shadows of different locations.
Dark Tourism
Dark tourism is a form of tourism that involves visiting places associated with death, tragedy, or the macabre. It can include visiting battlefields, disaster sites, prisons, or other locations with a dark history. Dark tourism is often motivated by a desire to learn about history, understand human suffering, or confront the darker aspects of human nature.
Boston
Boston is a city in the U.S. state of Massachusetts, known for its rich history, culture, and education. It is home to many historical landmarks, including the Boston Tea Party, the Freedom Trail, and the Boston Common. Boston is also a major center for higher education, with institutions like Harvard University and MIT.
New York City
New York City is the most populous city in the United States and one of the most important cultural and financial centers in the world. It is known for its iconic skyline, diverse neighborhoods, and vibrant arts and entertainment scene. New York City is also home to many historical landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, and Central Park.
New Orleans
New Orleans is a city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, known for its unique culture, music, and cuisine. It is a major tourist destination, famous for its French Quarter, Mardi Gras celebrations, and jazz music. New Orleans also has a rich history, with influences from French, Spanish, and African cultures.
Folklore
Folklore is the traditional beliefs, customs, stories, and sayings of a community or culture. It is often passed down orally from generation to generation and can include myths, legends, folktales, and proverbs. Folklore can provide insights into the values, beliefs, and experiences of a particular group of people.
Shadows
In the context of this podcast, "shadows" refers to the darker aspects of history, folklore, and human nature. It encompasses the hidden stories, secrets, and mysteries that often lurk beneath the surface of everyday life. The "shadows" can be both fascinating and unsettling, offering a glimpse into the darker side of human experience.
Q&A
What is the purpose of Deeper Lore?
Deeper Lore is a bonus podcast series that provides a topical guide to the most recent episode of the main podcast, "Lore." It helps listeners find similar episodes and delve deeper into the topics covered in the main episodes.
What are the three recommended episodes for exploring dark tourism?
The three recommended episodes are Episode 55, "Away Inside," which focuses on the shadows of Boston, Episode 64, "Behind Closed Doors," which explores the frightening ghost stories of New York City, and Episode 40, "Everything Floats," which delves into the dark history and folklore of New Orleans.
What is dark tourism?
Dark tourism is a form of tourism that involves visiting places associated with death, tragedy, or the macabre. It can include visiting battlefields, disaster sites, prisons, or other locations with a dark history.
What are some of the key themes explored in the recommended episodes?
The recommended episodes explore themes of folklore, history, shadows, and the darker aspects of human nature. They offer a glimpse into the hidden stories, secrets, and mysteries that often lurk beneath the surface of everyday life.
Show Notes
Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (258: Wall to Wall) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog:
- Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/55
- Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/64
- Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/40
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- Episode Sources: lorepodcast.com/sources
- All the shows from Grim & Mild: www.grimandmild.com
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