You can tell a lot about a culture by the things it creates. Tools, exploration, weapons; all of it speaks to the priorities and character of that society. But if that’s true, then what are we supposed to assume about the mind behind one of history’s most bizarre creations?

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You can tell a lot about a culture by the things it creates. Tools, exploration, weapons; all of it speaks to the priorities and character of that society. But if that’s true, then what are we supposed to assume about the mind behind one of history’s most bizarre creations?* * *This episode of Lore was sponsored by:The Great Courses Plus: Hundreds of topics taught by professors and experts, all in one enormous video library. Visit <a href="http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/lore">TheGreatCoursesPlus.com/lore</a> to start your free one-month trial membership — and gain unlimited access to their entire lecture library, including my current favorite, Forensic History: Crimes, Frauds, and Scandals.Stamps.com: Print your own postage and shipping labels from your home or office. Start your 4-week trial today, and claim your $110 bonus offer, which includes postage, a digital scale, and zero commitment. Just visit <a href="http://www.stamps.com/">Stamps.com</a>, click on the microphone in the top-right of the homepage, and type LORE.Audible: Audible content includes an unmatched selection of audiobooks, original audio shows, news, and more from the leading book, magazine, and newspaper publishers. Begin your free 30-day trial membership with a free book of your choice by visiting <a href="http://www.audible.com/lore">Audible.com/Lore</a>. If you need a recommendation, my novel <a href="http://www.audible.com/pd/Fiction/Consumed-Audiobook/B06XSN9C1H/ref=a_search_c4_1_1_srTtl?qid=1492170336&amp;sr=1-1">Consumed</a> was recently released on audiobook. I think you'll enjoy it.* * *Official Lore Website: <a href="http://www.lorepodcast.com">www.lorepodcast.com</a>Extra member episodes: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/lorepodcast">www.patreon.com/lorepodcast</a>Novels by Aaron Mahnke: <a href="http://aaronmahnke.com/novels">www.aaronmahnke.com/novels</a> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

Lore is a bi-weekly podcast (now also a TV show and book series) about dark historical tales. Each episode explores the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.

Sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.

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