Ladies Who Lore is the only podcast that dives deep into all things lore and bottles of wine. Each week, the ladies trade off sharing a thrilling tale mixed with personal anecdotes, haunting ghost stories, and lots of laughs. Through light-hearted storytelling with hints of true crime and history, this podcast will leave you with full body chills and plenty of new wines to try! Hosted by Jessie Vane, Lindsay Whisler, and Sammy Winchester.
Have a local legend you'd like to share? Email the ladies at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com and maybe yours will be read in the next episode.
Be sure to follow our socials to see exclusive photos, updates, and bonus content like Mini Mystery Mondays, where one lady shares a mini lore every Monday on Instagram!
Instagram: @ladieswholore
Tik Tok: @ladieswholorepod
But for now, fill up your glasses, gather around the fire, and let's lore.
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Ladies Who Lore is the only podcast that dives deep into all things lore and bottles of wine. Each week, the ladies trade off sharing a thrilling tale mixed with personal anecdotes, haunting ghost stories, and lots of laughs. Through light-hearted storytelling with hints of true crime and history, this podcast will leave you with full body chills and plenty of new wines to try! Hosted by Jessie Vane, Lindsay Whisler, and Sammy Winchester.
Have a local legend you'd like to share? Email the ladies at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com and maybe yours will be read in the next episode.
Be sure to follow our socials to see exclusive photos, updates, and bonus content like Mini Mystery Mondays, where one lady shares a mini lore every Monday on Instagram!
Instagram: @ladieswholore
Tik Tok: @ladieswholorepod
But for now, fill up your glasses, gather around the fire, and let's lore.
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In this week’s episode, Sammy takes the ladies on a wild ride through the happiest place on Earth: Disneyland! As the Forever Young is poured, the ladies struggle through minor concussions, pitch the hottest new movie, and discuss all things named Kevin. So get your Fast Pass, a fresh churro, and some Disney spirit, Ladies Who Must Be 40 Inches Tall to Ride will have you searching for your favorite new ghosts on your next trip!
TW: Death
Sources:
YOUTUBE VIDEO: “5 DISNEYLAND GHOSTS Caught On Video” by WOWsoAmaze on Youtube
(https://youtu.be/OT-mUZxjdWE?si=AzzjtkGfN4VHlPnl)
"Here’s How a Four‑Page Contract Started The Walt Disney Company" by Anon on The Walt Disney Company
“Walt Disney’s Laugh‑O‑grams, 1921‑1923" by Russell Merritt and J.B. Kaufman on Silent Film Festival
"Hollywood Cartoonland: Walt Disney's Alice Comedies" by Lucas Seastrom on waltdisney.org
"Why Alice Changed The Fate of Disney Forever" by Anon on The Disney Classics
"About Walt Disney" by staff at D23 on D23.com
"Disney Worker Recounts Ghostly Experience on 'Haunted' Children's Ride" by Kathleen Joyce on WanderWisdom
"Haunted Winnie the Pooh Ride at Disneyland" by knmckeon on USC Digital Folklore Archives
"Is the Most Haunted Ride at Disney Hiding in Plain Sight?" by Eva Miller on Inside the Magic
"Home – 21 Royal – Disneyland" by staff at 21 Royal Disneyland on 21royaldisneyland.com
"8 Secret Places Only Cast Members Know About in Disneyland" by Robin Burks on AllEars.Net
"10 Disneyland Urban Legends, Some Of Them True" by Juliet Bennett Rylah on LAist
"How a Strange Rumor of Walt Disney’s Death Became Legend" by Dr. Howard Markel on PBS NewsHour
"Cast Members Share Ghost Encounters at Disney" by Jessica Weisz on Inside the Magic
"Current/Former Cast Members, What Are Your Ghost Stories?" by various on Reddit
"As Long as There Is Imagination Left in the World..." by Stan on Imagineering Disney
"Haunted Disneyland: Ghosts in the Happiest Place on Earth" by Kristin on WanderWisdom
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You've unlocked another Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to a topic we've touched on before. In this week's episode, Jessie takes listeners behind the scenes on some of horror's favorite movies, whose plots may not be the only thing that's haunted. From Poltergeist to The Exorcist to one of the most allegedly haunted screenplays, this episode will have you racing to your TV to re-watch these classics. Just make sure the ghosts don't follow you home too...If you have any stories about haunted movie sets (or haunted places in general) let us know at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com.
Sources:
“Was ‘The Exorcist’ a Cursed Productions?” by Rhianna Malas on Collider
“Satan, scandal and S Club 7: The remarkable story of The Exorcist child star Linda Blair” by Annabel Nugent at The Independent.
“The Omen’s Cursed Production is as Terrifying as the Movie” by Lloyd Farley on Collider
“The Haunted History of ‘Poltergeist’” by Matt Shore on Collider
“The Curse of Atuk: A Hollywood Script That Has Killed 5 Actors” by Charlotte Hollingsworth in Paranormal Shit
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In this week’s episode, Lindsay flies us over the Atlantic to unravel the legend of everyone’s favorite ghostly pirate ship: The Flying Dutchman. As the Joseph Händler flows, the ladies explore the rules of the high seas, discuss unexpected childhood celeb crushes, and uncover potential real life air benders. So pour yourself a glass of your favorite sweet Riesling and steady your nautical legs, Ladies Who Avoid the Open Ocean will leave you thankful to be on land.
TW: Death
Sources Include:
“The Flying Dutchman.” Visiting the Dutch Countryside,
“Flying Dutchman.” SpongeBob Wiki, Fandom,
Gross, Terry. “The Story of the Flying Dutchman.” NPR, 6 Oct. 2011,
“History of the Flying Dutchman.” VentureSail Holidays,
“Here Be Monsters: Sailor Stories & Nautical Folklore.” Blackthorn & Stone, 21 May 2020,
“The Flying Dutchman – Explained.” and "Why Have So Many People Seen Ghost Ships?" YouTube, uploaded by Wendigoon and Kaz Rowe
“Fata Morgana; The Flying Dutchman; Ghost Ships; Caleuche; Fireship of Baie des Chaleurs.” Wikipedia,
“The Flying Dutchman (ATU 777).” Folklore and Mythology Electronic Texts, University of Pittsburgh,
Special Thanks to the Pirates of the Caribbean Franchise
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You've unlocked another A Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to something we've already touched on. In this week's episode, Lindsay takes listeners to coastal Carolina to uncover the truth behind one of history's closest mermaid encounters. Got your own mermaid lore? Email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with your stories.
Sources:
“The Tale of Charleston’s 1867 Mermaid Riot” by Katie Smith on CHS today (June 16, 2023)
“Mermaid Histories and Power” from African-Atlantic Cultures and the South Carolina Lowcountry by Ras Michael Brown, published by Cambridge University Press (October 5, 2012)
“The Feejee Mermaid: Early Barnum Hoax” by Jessie Szalay on Live Science (September 8, 2016)
“The Tale of Charleston’s 1867 Mermaid Riot” by staff at Kiawah River
“Two Little-Known Charleston Legends That Time Has Nearly Forgotten” by Dustin Waters (October 28, 2015)
"Dr. Trott's Apothecary and The Mermaid Riot" by staff for Charleston (January 29th, 2025)
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In this week’s episode, Jessie takes us on an archeological expedition through one of history’s juiciest legends: The Mummy’s Curse. As the Thievery is poured, the ladies celebrate their wins, debate the British Museum, and fan girl over the one and only Dr. Kathleen Martinez. So grab the nearest red blend and prepare your tomb for the Afterlife, Ladies Who Promise Not to Curse You will have you believing in curses in no time.
TW
Death, suicide, brief mention of sexual assault
Sources:
“The Tomb of Tutankhamen” by Howard Carter
“Egyptian Mummies” by staff at the Smithsonian
“What is the ancient Egyptian ‘mummy’s curse’?” by Owen Jarus on LiveScience
“The Real Life Mummy’s Curse: Ancient Remains Could Infect Humans” by Diana Bocco at Ripley’s
“Ancient Egyptian tomb warnings, curses, and ghosts” by Dr. Dan Potter, at National Museum Scotland
“The mummy’s curse might be real - but it’s caused by a fungus” by Rose Pomeroy on Big Think
“The Curse of Pharaoh Tutankhamun” by Google Arts & Culture, online exhibit
“The Curse of Cleopatra’s Needle” by Miss_Jessel on Haunted Palace Blog
“Cleopatra’s Curse Fact and Fiction” by the Academia Universal de Liderazgo y Aprendizaje
Cleopatra’s Tomb series on TikTok by Dr. Harini Bhat, PharmD
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In this week’s episode, Sammy flies us to the battlefield with the harrowing and mystical tale of one of Scotland’s fiercest goddesses: The Morrigan. As the Valravn is poured, the ladies pitch ACOTAR theories, discover their telepathy powers, and determine that once you’re a horse girl, you’re always a horse girl. So grab the nearest pinot noir and find your favorite crow, Ladies Who BLANK will have you cheering on the battlefield in no time!
TW: Death
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On this special A Closer Look episode, the ladies are joined by Grace Anna from the podcast ArtMuse as she walks us through the life and influence of Simonetta Vespucci: the inspiration for Botticelli's The Birth of Venus. Sip your favorite wine and laugh along with the ladies as they learn from Grace Anna!
ArtMuse can be found on all listening platforms as well as www.artmusepodcast.com.
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In this week’s episode, Lindsay takes us on a ride through everyone’s favorite fiery lore: dragons. As the Mythic Vineyard is sipped, the ladies re-enact Dreamwork’s masterpiece "Shrek", discover what tornadoes really are, and show off their academic knowledge of Dragon Tales. Grab the nearest Chardonnay and pick your dragon’s color, Ladies Who Have Big Snake Energy will have you soaring through the skies in no time.
Sources:
Christou, Marios. The Strange Origins of Dragons. Mythology and Fiction Explained, YouTube
Burbery, Timothy J. “Why Do So Many Cultures Have Dragon Legends?” TED-Ed
McNeil, Donald G. Jr. “Dragons, a Brief History Long in Miles.” The New York Times
Milligan, Mark. “The Origins of Dragon Mythology.” Heritage Daily
Future Planet Team. “Wise, Lucky, Terrifying: The Surprising 4,000-Year History of Dragons.” BBC
The Oldest Dragon in the World, Dragons and Mythical Beasts Live. Stage Production
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You've unlocked another A Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to something we've already touched on. In this week's episode, Sammy takes a closer look into the horrifying creature straight out of your nightmares: The Nuckelavee. Have you encountered one? Email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with your stories.
Sources:
Myths, Legends, and Faith: Nuckelavee by lewistwiby on wordpress.com
Nuckelavee - Folklore Scottland by staff at folklorescotland.com
Scottish Folklore: The Battle of the Sea Mither and Teran by ztevetevans on wordpress.com
Scottish Fairy and Folk Tales by George Douglas from Sacred Texts Archive
Sanday’s kelp forests, orkney north isles virtual dive by anonymous on virtualdive
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In this week’s episode, Jessie takes us on a wild ride through one of the most conspiracy-riddled places: The Denver International Airport. As the 14 Hands is passed, the ladies don their tin foil hats, track Santa on government radars and accuse Lindsay of being a lizard person. The ladies also open their very first ever listener gift! So check in to your gate early and grab some Cabernet Sauvignon at the bar, Ladies Who Wear Tinfoil Hats will have you giggling during takeoff in no time.
Sources:
“Literally just 113 facts about DIA” by Erin Powell and Allison Sylte on 9News
“5 Wild Conspiracy Theories About Denver International Airport” by Andrea Romano on Travel + Leisure
“A local’s Guide to DIA Conspiracy Theories” by Chris Root on Denver Public Library Special Collections and Archives
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In this week’s episode, Sammy provides a different perspective on a monster we thought we knew: Medusa. As the Hermes Retsina splashes, the ladies plan Ovid Girl Summer, shake on too much espresso, and Jessie shares the ghost she saw at the Whaley House! Tie back the snakes in your hair and grab the nearest perfectly chilled Retsina, Ladies Who Question Gorgonzola will have you feeling delightfully rebellious in no time.
TW: Sexual Assault
Sources:
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In this week’s episode, the ladies celebrate their 30th episode by recording from their friend’s haunted garage! In this much anticipated event, the ladies brave the dust-covered, haunted halls of the garage to spook each other with ghost stories in the dark. As the ladies hear mysterious footsteps, spot demonic substances, and gasp at a mirror with fresh finger prints, Ladies Who Are Haunted will have you believing in the paranormal in no time.
Thank you for listening for 30 episodes! Huzzah!
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In this week’s episode, Lindsay guides us through the various haunted happenings in everyone’s favorite windy city: Chicago. As the St. Francis is sipped, the ladies try out Chicago accents, giggle about the baby Satanic panic, and ask a favor of da new pope. Grab your favorite sweet red and check out the Bean, Ladies Who Go to the Back of the Yards will have you booking a ticket for the next haunted tour of Chicago.
TW: Death
"Indiana's Haunting Tale of La Llorona" by Ursula Bielski, from Ghost Ship Fragrance.
"Chicago Hauntings: The Story of H.H. Holmes' Murder Castle" by Adam Harrington and Blake Tyson, from CBS News Chicago.
"Ghost of John Barleycorn Still Haunting Wrigleyville" by Mark Rosenthal, from The Chicago Machine.
"The Schiller Woods Magic Water Pump, Everything You Need to Know" from Visit Oak Park.
"John Dillinger" from FBI.gov.
“A ‘Devil Baby’ and Other Spirits" by Emmanuel Camarillo, from Chicago Sun-Times.
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In this week’s episode, Jessie leads us through the mystical world of one of Norway's cutest creatures: Trolls. As the Angeleno Bike Path is poured, the ladies get the giggles, toast to tarot readings and spot dragons in Napa. Grab the nearest chillable red and head for your local stone bridge, Ladies Who Tell Riddles will have you smiling from ear to ear.
Sources:
“The mythical Norwegian Trolls” on Visit Norway
"Know Trolls in Norway: A Journey into Myth and Landscape." On Motorhome Rental in Norway
“Norway Trolls: Everything You Need to Know” on adventures.com
"The Truth About Norway's Mythical Trolls: FAQ Answered" on Aurora Courses
“The Mythology of Norwegian Trolls” by Andrew McKay on Life in Norway
“Go Ahead - Feed the Trolls” on House of Good Fortune
“12 Hair-Raising Facts about Troll Dolls” by Mental Floss on The Troll Hole Museum
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In this week’s episode, Sammy brings us deep into the forest to tell the tale of everyone’s favorite wicked witch: Baba Yaga. As the Vieille de Ferme is poured, the ladies reminisce about the renaissance faire, debate Disney princess hair colors, and create a new football chant. Grab the nearest récolte and find the house with bones out front, Ladies Who Have Chicken Legs will have you skipping through the woods in no time.
Sources:
“Baba Yaga” by Joshua Mark on World History
“Baba Yaga: The greatest ‘wicked witch’ of all?”” By David Barnett on BBC
“Baba Yaga: Deity of Death or Regenerator of Life? - Ronesa Aveela - Medium” by Ronesa Aveela on Medium
“I grew up believing in Baba Yaga: a very special “witch” in Slavic folklore” by Asper on Medium
“Russian Folklore part 1: Baba Yaga, Koschei the Deathless, Kikimora” by multi-culturalismo from a blog post on tomtefairytaleblog.tumblr.com
“Embracing My Inner Baba Yaga - Inside of Elle Beau - Medium” by elle Beau on Medium
“The VERY Messed Up Origins™ of Baba Yaga, the Bone Leg | Slavic mythology” by Ekaterina Pavlova on Medium
“The Unapology of Baba Yaga - House of Gamut” staff at House of Gamut
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In this week’s episode, Lindsay shares a human phenomenon that has fascinated people for centuries: Dreams. As The Little Sheep of New Zealand is passed, the ladies consider wearing makeup to bed, share their strangest dreams, and discover the mark of Satan! Grab the nearest Sauvignon Blanc and tuck yourself in, Ladies Who Sing Lullabies will have you racing to count sheep to overanalyze your dreams.
TW:
Brief mention of gore
Sources:
"Carl Jung and the Psychology of Dreams – Messages from the Unconscious" by Academy of Ideas
"45 Mind-Boggling Facts About Dreams" from Healthline, [URL].
"Sleepwalking through History: Medicine, Arts, and Courts of Law" by Sharda Umanath, Daniel Sarezky, and Stanley Finger, from Journal of the History of the Neurosciences, 2011.
"'Throughline': The History of Understanding Our Dreams" by Ramtin Arablouei and Rund Abdelfatah, from NPR Morning Edition, January 27, 2022.
"The History of Dreams, From Greek Mythology to Last Night’s Sleep" by Sarah Lyall, from The New York Times, September 7, 2021.
"30 Causes of Dreams and Nightmares (According to World Mythology)" by Rose MacDowell, from Sleepopolis.
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In this week’s episode, Jessie shares a hair-raising lore that will make you never answer your door again: The Black Eyed Children. As the Olema Reserve is poured, the ladies geek out over the American Chestnut Tree, discover new animals, and hear Sammy’s scariest personal ghost story! Hide under the covers and grab the closest chardonnay, Ladies Who Stand in the Corner of Your Room will have you looking over your shoulder for days.
TW
Brief mention of animal death, gore
Sources:
“Death as a Child: The Modern Legend of the Black-Eyed Children” by Emma Cieslik on Atlas Obscura
“Legend of the Black-eyed children” by Maria Mohsin on The Business Standard
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Welcome to our first A Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to something we've already touched on. In this week's episode, Jessie takes a closer look into the infamous Elevator Game. Have you played? Email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with your stories.
Sources:
"The Most Dangerous Games: Elevator to Another World" by Lucia from The Ghost in my Machine
"Elisa Lam: What really happened in the Cecil Hotel" by Michael Baggs from BBC
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In this week’s episode, Sammy shares an overview of one of folklore’s greatest treasures: The Moon. As Moon X is heavily poured, the ladies determine how to know if your boyfriend is a vampire, debate dishware, and beg you not to order Dominos on the full moon.
TW
Mention of suicide
Sources:
“Selene - Greek Goddess of the Moon” by Aaron J. Atsma on Theoi.com
“Luna the Goddess of the Moon” by staff at Roman Empire History
“Chinese Goddess Chang’e” by Mae Hamilton on Mythopedia
“Chandra: The Moon God and Lord of the Night” by staff at Ramana Maharshi
“Is the Moon Feminine or Masculine? | Moon Deities in Ancient Religions” by Celeste Larsen on Mage By Moonlight
“Masculine and Feminine Moon (Surprising History Of Gender) by Isaac Cotec on herorise.us
“The Connection Between the Full Moon and Werewolves” on vocal.media.com
“Vampires, werewolves, and the moon” by Beth Alvarez on The World of Ithilear
“People Once Believed the Blood Moon Was Caused by Vampires” by Patrick Morris on Medium
“Lunar Folklore: Moon Magic, Weather Lore and Science” by Kristin Mills, on Kirstinmills.com
“Can the Moon affect our health and behaviour?” by staff at Royal Museums Greenwich
“Lunacy and the Full Moon” by Scott O. Lilienfeld, Hal Arkowitz on Scientific American Mind
“Lunar Conception: a Discovery by Dr. Jonas | Lunarium” by Alexander Kolesnikov on Lunarium.co.uk
“How does the Moon affect life on Earth?” By Kerry Lotzof on hnm.ac.uk
“Tides - NASA Science” by Tracy Vogel on science.nasa.gov
“7 Unusual Myths and Theories About the Moon | HISTORY” by staff at history.com
“Moon Facts - NASA Science” by staff on science.nasa.gov
“Moon Phases - NASA Science” by staff on science.nasa.gov
“What are the names of full moons throughout the year?” by staff at Royal Museums Greenwich
“10 Things You Should (and Shouldn’t) Do During a Full Moon” by June Xu on Bed Threads
“Lunar Myths, Legends, and Folklore” by Patti Wigington on Learn Religions
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In this week’s episode, Lindsay takes a dive into the North Sea with her tale: Selkies. As the Hampton Water Rose flows, the ladies rave about musical theater, toast to Jon Bon Jovi, and crack open a vintage folklore book.
TW
Depression/Postpartum depression
Nonconsensual sex
Sources:
"The Mermaid Wife" and "The Seal Hunter" from Folklore and Legends: Ireland and Scotland, Lippincott 1891.
"Selky" from Myth and Folklore Wiki
"Selkies: Norse Mermaids" from The Viking Rune
"Traditional Scottish Selkie Stories" by Graeme, from Scotland’s Stories
"The Selkie" from The Story Museum
"Selkies and Swan Maidens and Woelfin" by Amy Easterling
"Selkies: Irish Myths & Legends Part 4" by Dawn Rainbolt, from Wilderness Ireland
"Scottish Water Mythology: Selkies and Kelpies" by Ross Keddie, from Wilderness Scotland
"Swan Maiden" from Wikipedia
"Selkie Song" by Claudia Daventry, from Fusion Magazine
"Selkies: Tragedy Amongst The Tide" by Loralei, from The Urban Siren
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