Best Goblin Lore Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 257: The Lucky 7th Anniversary filled with 777s 1:32:40

21h ago1:32:40

1:32:40

Welcome back to the Goblin Lore Podcast and the celebration of 7 years of doing this show (first episode was posted 6/18/2018). The goblins gather to celebrate 7 years for the podcast in the only way we know how.... kind of controlled chaos. All of the hosts separately chose 7... things(?) to talk about that are important to them. This episode is k…

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Freshwater Goblins? (Dobsonflies!) 8:26

3d ago8:26

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This week we are talking about an insect that looks both prehistoric and something straight from the Nether in Minecraft. Dobsonflies might be terrifying but honestly you have nothing to fear and in fact its actually a good thing if you see one! Patreon -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https:…

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E436 Mayoral Messages and a Lemonade Haunting 1:51:12

4d ago1:51:12

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It’s Episode 436 and did we just find another Z.B. with a paranormal gallery? Today Em brings us a lighthearted and silly story with the haunted Dead Presidents Pub in Delaware. Then Christine takes us to Minnesota to cover another MMIP case, the disappearance of Nevaeh Kingbird. And remember friends, you DO have rights and we’ve got some important…

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EP156 Secrets of Craig-y-Nos Castle: Wales’ Most Haunted Gothic Mansion? (Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast with Mark Rees) 47:54

8d ago47:54

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Why has Craig-y-Nos Castle drawn ghost hunters, psychics and TV crews for decades? What secrets still linger in its shadowy halls? Find out in the 5th anniversary episode of Ghosts and Folklore of Wales. This month, Mark returns to one of the UK’s most famously "most haunted" sites — a place so notorious it’s become part of British paranormal legen…

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Episode 256: Tarqueer is here! Happy Pride! 44:00

8d ago44:00

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Hello, Podwalkers, and welcome back to another episode of the Goblin Lore Podcast! Happy Pride Month y'all! Today we are here to discuss the Queerness that appears to be inherent on the plane of Tarkir. This was initially sparked by seeing I Write Robots post on Felothar! Coupled with Jay Annelli's thread updating some of the demographics (and a gr…

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Carnivorous Caterpillars! 10:40

10d ago10:40

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Today we are looking at different noteworthy caterpillars that feed on or off other insects, how they do it, and why! The families of caterpillars mentioned in this episode are Geometridae, Epipyropidae, and Lycaenidae. Patreon -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile…

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Ep.19: The Upper Planes - Kraggleton 3:09:41

11d ago3:09:41

3:09:41

Lugus, Flopsy, Hew and Julias regain consciousness after climbing the roots of Yggdrasil hidden deep below Waterdeep. They find themselves in a desolate wasteland with no idea on how much time has passed... Echoes of The Past the thrilling Dungeons and Dragons campaign where adventure, mystery, and ancient lore collide! Join our four unlikely heroe…

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E435 The Schnapps Age and the Little Chicken Man 1:44:23

11d ago1:44:23

1:44:23

It’s Episode 435 and our delayed birthday episode!! To celebrate Em brings Christine a story from one of her favorite topics, the UFO abduction of Kristina Florence. Then Christine covers the sad and extremely frustrating case of the murder of Jabez Spann, which remains unsolved to this day. And can anybody tell us, why do dogs hate architecture? ……

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Listener Stories: Vol. 104 1:20:16

18d ago1:20:16

1:20:16

Happy Birthday month to us!! To celebrate we’ve got a batch of super scary listener stories about Massachusetts featuring several haunted college stories, a Febreeze scented ghost, and what may be one of the scariest sleep paralysis demons we’ve ever heard of. Buckle up because it’s a doozy! Thanks to Patron Kristine (she/her) for submitting this m…

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E434 A Haunted Pamphlet Collection and the Invention of Forensic Husbandry 1:45:52

18d ago1:45:52

1:45:52

It’s Episode 434 and is that a group of shadow people behind Em?! This week Em takes us back to 1600’s England for the Mowing-Devil or Strange News out of Hartford-shire, aka the possible first mention of crop circles? Then Christine covers the sad and unfortunate case of Allison Jackson-Foy and Angela Nobles Rothen from North Carolina. And do you …

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Ep. 17: Gob’s Sewer Mansion And The Waterdeep Argon Core 3:40:56

19d ago3:40:56

3:40:56

Lugus, Flopsy, Hew and Julias spend some much needed downtime in Gob's mysterious luxury mansion in the sewer system of Waterdeep. Strange visions of what could be the Raven Queen surface and the group makes their way deeper in search of an Argon Core. Echoes of The Past the thrilling Dungeons and Dragons campaign where adventure, mystery, and anci…

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Gall Wasps! 6:36

21d ago6:36

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This week we dive into the weird knobs called galls you sometimes see on tree leaves and branches. The culprit is often a tiny wasp, and in this episode, you'll learn how and why. We'll also explore some unusual uses for these protein-packed, unusual plant growths. Patreon -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/ins…

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Episode 255: Dragons are still SMART 43:26

22d ago43:26

43:26

Hello, Podwalkers, and welcome back to another episode of the Goblin Lore Podcast! Hobbes and Taya are here to talk about one of Hobbes's favorite things (well many of them and only a tiny bit is about Bolas). We review something Hobbes first enlightened us about back in Episode 38 of the show... S.M.A.R.T. goals as a motivational and achievement t…

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E433 Tee Shirt Abs and Moving Fonts 1:09:57

25d ago1:09:57

1:09:57

For episode 433 we’re taking some post-tour downtime and bringing it back to our Tampa live show from 2019 to kick off hot ghoul summer! First Em brings us an Ybor City two-fer with the ghosts of the Cuban Club and Don Vicente de Ybor Historic Inn. Then Christine covers a collection of the ever-present, ever meme-able “Florida Man” crime stories. A…

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Ep. 16: The Four Heroes of Faerûn... and Gob 3:38:47

26d ago3:38:47

3:38:47

Lugus, Flopsy, Hew, Julias and Gob discuss what to do with their awakened Demon in the form of the young child Alex with Effraim Stole. Lugus finds something out about his home plane of existence... Echoes of The Past the thrilling Dungeons and Dragons campaign where adventure, mystery, and ancient lore collide! Join our four unlikely heroes as the…

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Episode 254: The Emotional Impact of Final Fantasy Story Related Cards 1:01:11

29d ago1:01:11

1:01:11

Hello, Podwalkers, and welcome back to another episode of the Goblin Lore Podcast! Taya and Alex find another excuse to talk about the upcoming Final Fantasy series while Hobbes takes a night off. They cover cards and story beats for several games, mostly the four from the commander decks (6, 7, 10, 14) focusing on cards covering emotional scenes a…

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Lobster Moths! 7:10

1M ago7:10

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This week we dive into a very strange species of moth whose caterpillars look like they came right out of a sci-fi monster movie. We're gonna look at their behaviors, adaptations, and of course, how to raise them. Patreon -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?i…

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E432 A Techno Western Hotel and a Moonlit Bobcat Crime 1:47:39

1M ago1:47:39

1:47:39

It's Episode 432 and we’re gonna yap and yap ‘till we don’t give a crap. Today Em brings us right back to Tucson for the haunted Hotel Congress which we just stayed in on tour! Then Christine covers the unfortunate case of Aliza Sherman, which just this month had a breakthrough. And please standby while we patch you through to the newly adopted Han…

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Ep. 15: A Womble of Wizards In Waterdeep 3:58:21

1M ago3:58:21

3:58:21

Lugas, Flopsy, Hew, Julias and Gob disguise themselves as wizards with the help of Elgondo, The Magnificent they infiltrate the Waterdeep council meeting to uncover what is going on. Echoes of The Past the thrilling Dungeons and Dragons campaign where adventure, mystery, and ancient lore collide! Join our four unlikely heroes as they navigate the v…

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Episode 253: We Didn't Start This Episode on the Rails 55:10

1M ago55:10

55:10

Hello, Podwalkers, and welcome back to another episode of the Goblin Lore Podcast! It's been a while but we are back! This episode shows what happens when you put three Goblins who got to hang out in person for the first time in 2 years next to a microphone to record about hanging out for the first time in two years We also finally have a Linktree …

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - The Complete Story Explained 1:21:39

1M ago1:21:39

1:21:39

Learn the story of Lumiere and Expedition 33 as they fight to save their people from the Paintress. *WARNING - SPOILERS* Become a lore luminary: https://www.patreon.com/thelorebrarians Contact: [email protected] More Lore Documentaries: Lies of P - The Complete Story https://youtu.be/eEqLcHZ9x3g The Complete Story of Magic: The Gathering ht…

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Cave Dwelling Insects! 7:40

1M ago7:40

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This week, we switch gears from the hot trailblazers to the cold and dark excavator insects. We are looking at the top four insects that have evolved to live in cave systems where many other animals could never live. Patreon -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.ph…

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E431 Mr. Glitter Shoes and a Mystery Vortex 1:34:44

1M ago1:34:44

1:34:44

Don’t you swipe! Because Episode 431 is here! This week Em tells us the urban legend and lore of a story that haunted many of our childhoods, The Green Ribbon. Then Christine brings us the sad and extremely frustrating story of Chynelle “Pretty” Lockwood, and shines a light on the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People in the U.S. and Can…

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Ep. 14: Gob, The Chaos Goblin 3:29:30

1M ago3:29:30

3:29:30

Lugas, Flopsy, Hew & Julias make their way into Waterdeep. Unsure what they will find or who they will meet. Heading towards the main council building to warn people of the attack at Neverwinter is the main goal, but Gob, The Blood Hunter is on their trail... Welcome to the Official Crit Happens D&D YouTube Channel! The home of D&D actual play seri…

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EP155 Ghosts, Goblins & Graveyard Dogs: A Paranormal Lucky Dip (Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast with Mark Rees) 26:41

1M ago26:41

26:41

What kind of spectral creature leaps onto a corpse, rides in the hearse, and disappears into the mourners at the graveside? In this folkloric lucky dip of ghostly odds and ends, Mark Rees unearths the eerie tales too strange, too short, or too scattered to fit anywhere else… until now. Why did a grand Welsh mansion blaze with phantom lights long af…

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Insects that live in extreme heat! 7:46

1M ago7:46

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This week we are looking at some insects and one notable arthropod that loves to live where it is unbearably hot. Patreon -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085443614825 Email: [email protected] Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music …

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E430 Opening Night Haunts and Scamaroonies - Live Show at The Brooklyn Bell House, Brooklyn, NY 1:06:57

2M ago1:06:57

1:06:57

It’s Episode 430 and this week we’re throwing it back to our live show at the Brooklyn Bell House back in 2019! First Em kicks us off with the many Ghosts of Broadway. Then Christine covers a doozy of a story with the tale of George C. Parker, the greatest conman in New York City’s history. and does anyone happen to be in the market for the Brookly…

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Ep. 13: The Quad Biking Conundrum 3:17:22

2M ago3:17:22

3:17:22

Lugas, Flopsy, Hew & Julias arrive at Mordenkainen's Magnificent Beachside Hotel & Resort. They meet some interesting individuals such as a French Quad Biker, A Wizard with a Simulacrum problem and a band of Gambling Addict Grannies. Welcome to the Official Crit Happens D&D YouTube Channel! The home of D&D actual play series and general laughs had …

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Listener Stories: Vol. 103 1:09:29

2M ago1:09:29

1:09:29

The rumors are true - it’s May! And this month Eva has brought us a wild batch of true crime themed listener stories. We hear about a garage sleeping future murderer, a connection to a famous true crime case, a Third Man story, and some personal stories to bring in Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Awareness month. And seriously, what’s the de…

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E429 A Personal Pug Nightmare and a Driving School Lore 2:16:36

2M ago2:16:36

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** Trigger Warning: Child/Infant Death ** It’s Episode 429 and are we well? No! This week Em brings us to the very haunted Cape May, NJ for a quick story on the Hotel Macomber and a couple bonus personal ghost stories. Then Christine covers the absolutely devastating case of the Las Cruces Bowling Massacre, which is truly the stuff of our nightmare…

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Ep 12: Glitter Sands & Bingle, The Psychotic Bugbear 3:36:05

2M ago3:36:05

3:36:05

Lugas, Flopsy, Hew & Julias discover something that brings them unease in the lower cargo hold of The Harmony and learn more about their ally Captain Xandar as The Harmony airship heads towards the city of Waterdeep. Welcome to the Official Crit Happens D&D YouTube Channel! The home of D&D actual play series and general laughs had by all. Echoes of…

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A Study in Mischief - Goblins of Magic: The Gathering 34:57

2M ago34:57

34:57

Learn about the Goblin creature type and its variations across the MTG Mutliverse Become a lore luminary: https://www.patreon.com/thelorebrarians Contact: [email protected] More Lore Documentaries: Yawgmoth and Phyrexia: https://youtu.be/hOFeZqDmXyk A Study in Compleation: https://youtu.be/Ho3nX_OMafc Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 7:03 - Major P…

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Insects that use tools! 10:02

2M ago10:02

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This week, we look at insect tool use across different orders and families. There are some really surprising things in this episode, and there are plenty of mentions of insects that have yet to make an appearance on the podcast. Patreon -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.co…

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E428 A Smuggled Cream Soda and a Vibin' Lady in White 1:55:05

2M ago1:55:05

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** Trigger Warning: Child/Infant Death ** It’s Episode 428 and we’re off to a better start than usual! This week Em tells us all about one of the last standing landmarks of the Old West, the haunted Hotel Metlen in Montana. Then Christine covers the extremely sad and shocking case of Andrew Bagby, one of the earliest true crime cases she learned ab…

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Ep. 11: The Aftermath 3:36:34

2M ago3:36:34

3:36:34

Lugas, Flopsy, Hew & Julias and the people they saved from Neverwinter reflect on their journey and makes plans moving forward Welcome to the Official Crit Happens D&D YouTube Channel! The home of D&D actual play series and general laughs had by all. Echoes of The Past, A Dungeons & Dragons 5e campaign, will be released every Saturday @ 19:00 UTC #…

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Episode 252: The Tarkir Story! 53:19

2M ago53:19

53:19

Hello, Podwalkers, and welcome back to another episode of the Goblin Lore Podcast! Today Alex and Taya dig into the flavor and story of Tarkir! Someone might even say something nice about Bolas? We also finally have a Linktree with all of our discounts/resources ____________________________________________ As promised, we keep Mental Health Links a…

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E427 Chiropractic Adjustments for the Soul and Could-Be-Me Shadow Men 2:22:40

2M ago2:22:40

2:22:40

Welcome to ATWWD Presents the Wicked Recap! Just kidding, it’s Episode 427 and this week Em takes us to Iowa for the super haunted Farrar Schoolhouse. Then Christine covers the well known and very upsetting story of Amber Hagerman aka the case that spawned the creation of the AMBER Alert system. And you better believe you’ll catch us messing with t…

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Ep. 10: The Awakening of The Lord of Lies 3:40:28

2M ago3:40:28

3:40:28

Lugas, Flopsy, Hew & Julias continue to move through the trials of the Neverwinter Games but not everything is as it seems. A dark, devilish and fiery being will soon awaken and unleash terror onto the city of Neverwinter Welcome to the Official Crit Happens D&D YouTube Channel! The home of D&D actual play series and general laughs had by all. Echo…

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Tarkir - Asian Histories, Traditions & Myths in Magic 58:47

2M ago58:47

58:47

Learn about the real-world inspirations behind the five clans and plane of Tarkir in Magic: The Gathering. Become a lore luminary: https://www.patreon.com/thelorebrarians Watch the video: https://youtu.be/ZpOU58q2M2k Contact: [email protected] More Lore Documentaries: Yawgmoth and Phyrexia: https://youtu.be/hOFeZqDmXyk A Study in Compleatio…

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EP154 They Came at Midnight: The Uncanny Changeling Mystery (Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast with Mark Rees) 26:51

2M ago26:51

26:51

Who knocks at midnight—and what do they want? Are these visitors of the night bringing gifts or a curse? When a knock came at midnight, the family inside had no idea the supernatural visitors weren’t just visiting—they were hunting. A seemingly generous call from the Tylwyth Teg—the fairy folk of Welsh folklore—soon unravels into one of the darkest…

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Rainbow Stag Beetles! 8:36

2M ago8:36

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This week, we are focusing on one of the most loved and well-known stag beetles around the world. Let's learn about the ecology, behaviors, and even how to raise the Rainbow Stag Beetle, scientifically known as Phalacrognathus muelleri. Patreon -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.fac…

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E426 A Big Bi Cup and Christine’s Box of Doom 2:00:32

2M ago2:00:32

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Episode 426 is here and is foster dog Hank the funniest thing that’s happened on the podcast so far? This week Em brings us the story of the haunted Burlington County Prison and the wild shenanigans that went on there. Then Christine covers the unfortunate case of Hannah Anderson and Jim DiMaggio which leaves us speechless. And if you need us you c…

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Ep. 9: Nightmares in Neverwinter 3:42:51

2M ago3:42:51

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Lugas, Flopsy, Hew & Julias get woken up and the crack of Dawn to be escorted to the start of the Neverwinter Games at the Festival of Remembering, but not everything is as it seems... Welcome to the Official Crit Happens D&D YouTube Channel! The home of D&D actual play series and general laughs had by all. Echoes of The Past, A Dungeons & Dragons …

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The South American Bumblebee Goddess (Bombus Dahlbomii) 7:12

3M ago7:12

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This week, we're taking a deep dive into one of the world's largest bumble bees and why they're so important for both natural conservation and culture. Patreon -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085443614825 Email: [email protected] Discord -…

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