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Pour Some Lore

Pour Some Lore

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How often do you think to yourself, "I really want to listen to a couple of guys spout nonsense while covering the lore of different games, movies, shows, and all other manner of stories"? If the answer is RIGHT NOW, then you're in luck! This is Pour Some Lore, and each month we'll dive into the lore of a different universe, covering characters, places, objects, and who knows what else!
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Welcome to St. Mary’s SOCO, the podcast where Southern Maryland’s oldest stories find new life. Hosted by KT Harris, this series explores the rich history, folklore, and characters of St. Mary’s County — the southernmost tip of Maryland, where legends linger and the past still echoes across the Bay. From oyster wars and Civil War prisons to ghost stories, watermen, and backroad characters, each episode dives deep into the heart of SoCo. Some stories are fact, others are local lore — but all ...
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Are You Afraid of the Park?

Are You Afraid of the Park?

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Are You Afraid of the Park? is a podcast with two former park rangers who talk about myths, legends and lore in national and state parks. Pour yourself a drink, maybe roast some s'mores and listen to some spooky stories!
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Author and veteran journalist Carole Townsend shares remarkable tales from the South, tales of mystery, terror, and wonder. Townsend has built a career on the premise that truth really is stranger than fiction. Here in the South, we love our stories. We begin in childhood huddled around campfires, whispering of things best spoken in the dark, confiding in our small trusting circles. Why is that, do you suppose? I have researched and investigated Southern history for more than 20 years and I ...
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The blue mist shrouding the Great Smoky Mountains hides more than just breathtaking vistas and ancient forests – it conceals centuries of mysteries that continue to elude explanation. This rugged wilderness, spanning Tennessee and North Carolina, draws millions of visitors annually to its trails and streams. Yet beneath its serene beauty lurks an u…
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Long before speedboats and sailboats dotted the Potomac, its waters were prowled by pirates and privateers who made their mark on Southern Maryland's rich and rebellious history. In this episode of St. Mary's SOCO, we uncover the wild and often-overlooked stories of smuggling, sabotage, and swashbuckling along the Potomac River. From rogue raiders …
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It’s where the land ends, the waters meet, and the stories never stop. In this episode of St. Mary’s SOCO, we head to Point Lookout — a place known for its beauty, its battles, and its bone-chilling hauntings. Once home to a Civil War prison camp and hospital, Point Lookout has earned a reputation as one of the most haunted spots in the country. Bu…
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Before Annapolis, before Washington, DC — there was St. Mary’s City. In this debut episode of St. Mary’s SOCO, host KT Harris takes you back to 1634, when a group of weary settlers landed on the banks of the Potomac to build something bold: a colony built on tolerance, survival, and uneasy peace. Learn about the rise—and fall—of Maryland’s original…
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Linger long enough at Point Lookout, and you might hear footsteps where no one walks. See lights where there are no lanterns. Or feel a chill that has nothing to do with the wind off the water. In this eerie episode of St. Mary’s SOCO, host KT Harris explores the ghost stories and paranormal legends surrounding Point Lookout — from Civil War soldie…
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A mother's desperate claim that her two young sons were kidnapped by a carjacker unravels into one of the most shocking murder cases in South Carolina history. The Susan Smith case reveals how a web of lies, inconsistencies, and a devastating confession led to the discovery of a premeditated crime that shocked the nation. • Susan Smith reported her…
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On Christmas morning in 1945, a family's holiday joy shattered when flames consumed their home and five children mysteriously vanished. The Sodder family of Fayetteville, West Virginia, faced unthinkable tragedy that sparked theories of conspiracy and kidnapping. Starting with a strange phone call that Jenny Sautter received just before the blaze b…
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Discover the shocking crime spree of Carl Isaacs and his gang, whose violent escape from the Maryland State Penitentiary led to a terrifying series of events in 1973. How did a group of fugitives leave a trail of car thefts, burglaries, and brutal murders across several states? Unravel the gripping narrative of their journey southward, culminating …
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Could a life of crime be born from the pages of a fashion magazine? Join me, Carole Townsend, as we uncover the thrilling story of Doris Payne, the woman who turned the allure of Harper's Bazaar into a blueprint for an extraordinary life as a master jewel thief. Raised amid the challenges of poverty, domestic violence, and racial inequality in 1930…
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Ever wondered what secrets lie beneath the cobblestone streets of Savannah? Join me, Carole Townsend, as I unravel the ghostly allure and historical intrigue of this Southern city, with tales that will leave you questioning the line between myth and reality. Our journey takes us first to the Mercer House, where the echoes of a dramatic event from M…
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What if a single word could hold the key to one of America's oldest mysteries? Join me, Carole Townsend, as we journey through the haunting story of the Lost Colony of Roanoke. Set against the dramatic and often perilous landscape of North Carolina's Outer Banks, we'll unravel the complex tapestry of hope, ambition, and possibly tragedy that define…
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What eerie secrets lurk within the walls of King's Tavern, the oldest building in Natchez, Mississippi, where history and the paranormal intertwine? Journey with me, Carole Townsend, as we unravel the spine-chilling tales of murder and betrayal that haunt this ancient site and explore the historic Natchez Trace, a travel corridor rich with stories …
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What if the deepest scars of Southern history were hidden within one family's tragic saga? Join us as we unravel the haunting mystery of the Woolfolk family massacre, a tale rooted in post-Civil War Georgia's tumultuous soil. Through the eyes of Thomas George Woolfolk, we walk a path littered with personal tragedy, failure, and a legacy of resentme…
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What drove Dr. Charles Scudder, a disillusioned pharmacology professor, to trade a life of urban hustle for the shadowy solace of the Appalachian foothills? Join me, Carole Townsend, as we unravel the enigmatic and tragic tale of Corpsewood Manor, a story that defies conventional wisdom and leaves us questioning the boundaries between idyllic dream…
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What if the dark, twisted secrets of New Orleans could chill you to the bone from the comfort of your front porch? Join me, Carole Townsend, as I unravel the sinuous history of the Big Easy, starting with the notorious Madame Delphine LaLaurie. Known as one of history's most malevolent figures, LaLaurie's story is one of opulence masking unimaginab…
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Can a lake haunt the living? Join Carole Townsend as I unravel the eerie mysteries of Georgia's Lake Lanier. From its creation in the 1950s by the Army Corps of Engineers to the tragic displacement of over 1,100 people, including the once-thriving Black community of Oscarville, this episode promises to uncover the chilling truth. Dive deep into the…
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What if the dark allure of the underground world could spell both fortune and doom? Join me, Carole Townsend, as we uncover the riveting and sobering tale of Floyd Collins, a passionate cave explorer whose dreams of discovery turned into a harrowing tragedy in Kentucky’s Sand Cave in 1925. We’ll traverse the era of the Kentucky Cave Wars, a time wh…
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What if a ghostly force could shatter the tranquility of your home and torment your family for years? Get ready to uncover the spine-chilling legacy of the Bell Witch, a tale that has baffled and intrigued enthusiasts for over two centuries. Join me, Carole Townsend, as I take you to the heart of Adams, Tennessee, where John Bell and his family enc…
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Prepare to be captivated by the heart-wrenching and mysterious tales that lie at the very heart of Southern history. I'm Carole Townsend, and in this gripping episode, we revisit the tragic story of Mary Fagan, a young girl whose life was brutally ended at the National Pencil Company in Atlanta in 1913. Discover the eerie circumstances surrounding …
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Experience the chilling tale of the Atlanta Ripper, and uncover why his gruesome crimes have been shrouded in obscurity. Listen as we recount the harrowing story of Emma Lou Sharpe, who survived a brutal attack and provided crucial details to the police after her mother, Lena, was found murdered. We explore the social and racial tensions of early 1…
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In what may be the final episode of Pour Some Lore, PJ and Jake play a more personal round of Who Wants to be a Lorianaire. How much do the boys know about each other? Find out in this fun, funny, and heartfelt finale episode! If you like Pour Some Lore, head on over to the youtube page and let us know in the comments, or shoot an email to poursome…
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Welcome to Mystery Month! We'll be covering absolutely random topics this month, so who knows what we'll find! This week, in honor of the Loki show premiering on Disney Plus, we're going to take a look at some different versions of Loki that have appeared in the greater Marvel multiverse! This is also possibly the last month of Pour Some Lore, so i…
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Kaiju month is here! In honor of Godzilla VS. Kong coming out, we're doing an entire month of Kaiju, and covering some Godzilla lore in our first week! PJ is back at the reins of being Lore Daddy and guides us through one of the battles of Godzilla along with some tidbits about the franchise itself! Let us know if you want to hear more about this E…
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