Aaron Mahnke is an American author, podcaster, and television host from Illinois. He holds a psychology degree and initially worked as a freelance graphic designer and writer before transitioning to podcasting. Mahnke published several thriller books in the early 2010s and created written material related to the Lore universe for his followers. His breakthrough came in 2015 with the launch of the Lore podcast, which became his most well-known work. The podcast draws on his psychology background and was influenced by shows like Unsolved Mysteries, allowing him to explore historical narratives with psychological depth. Beyond the podcast, Mahnke expanded the Lore brand into television, creating a Lore television show that brought his storytelling to screen. His work has established him as a notable figure in the podcast and digital media landscape.