
Join the Loremen (James Shakeshaft and Alasdair Beckett-King) as they "investigate" local legends and forgotten folklore.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 349 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryComedy | |||

The Loreboys are joined by the legend that is Edd Hedges, returning to right an ancient wrong. Comedian & podcaster, Edd is probably best known for being on the fabled lost episode of Loremen. We're finally making up for that whole palaver with a bev... more
James leads Alasdair back into the depths of Wychwood Forest. Therein, the denizens of a peculiar farmstead make a terrible mistake while digging up a tree stump...
As usual, the Loreboys offer fresh nuggets of insight and wisdom. And we might just ... more
The Loreboys have returned!
Alasdair kicks off Series 7 with the story of amateur ghost-hunter Rosina C. Despard. Her Cheltenham home was the site of one of the most well-documented hauntings of the 19th century... Or was it?
Creaks on the stair! A... more
We conclude our round-up of the Lorefolk's favourite moments from 2025. Now is a time to reflect on man-eating horses, saucy giants and islands that definitely aren't potatoes. No one who remembers The Amazing Journey of 1607 will be surprised to lea... more
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Fantastic new episode to kick off a chilly (and dare I say chilling) 2026!
I’ve been listening for years, and I still get excited whenever a new episode pops into my feed. The podcast consists of light-hearted tellings of local (almost exclusively UK) folklore stories, mostly old, some more recent.
Charming and quite funny hosts who have a great chemistry. Both are very quick witted and play off of each other’s riffs very effectively.
Bonus: As a US listener, you get to learn a lot of UK terms and phrasing, plus occasional baffling Welsh pronunciation lessons.
Ask this year comes to a close, my hope is an early return of the Christmas pig.
I started listening and really enjoyed the banter and stories. They lost me when they started in with the politics. I listen to escape the 24 hour news cycle.
My absolute most favourite podcast of them all. A great variety of stories, many I’m sure would be dull to read but really fun to hear told. And what’s better than old random stories? Old random stories told by two naturally very funny people who are friends, and clearly enjoy making each other laugh. Love it
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Dissecting local legends and obscure folklore, two hosts blend historical narratives with humor, crafting engaging stories that transport listeners through time and place. Each episode features unique tales ranging from ghostly encounters to peculiar historical events, often intertwined with personal anecdotes and playful banter. Their comedic approach provides an entertaining exploration of folklore's impact on cultural identity and collective memory, drawing listeners into a whimsical journey filled with both eeriness and laughter.
The dynamic interactions between the hosts result in a rich storytelling experience, where humor accentuates the bizarre and often humorous aspects of history. The podcast stands out for its lively atmosphere ... more
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Recent guests on Loremen Podcast include:
1. Edd Hedges
2. Eddie Hurst
3. Amy Matthews
4. Mark Foreman
5. Jay Foreman
6. Matt Stewart
7. Dave Warnocky
8. Edy Hurst
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