DARK - A Companion To The Netflix TV Series

Some things are destined to occur, no matter the timeline. Somehow, somewhere, sometime.

The Dark Three say goodbye to the podcast. They discuss H.G. Tannhaus, have one last brong, and talk about what they've learned from the show and the podcast that they will take into the next season of their lives. Thank you for listening.

In the final Radio Winden, The Dark Three dive into some well sourced evidence for the potential presence of The Freemasons in Dark, finish an email started in their previous Radio Winden regarding the experience and flow of time, and tuck in for a lovely conversation that reminds them of earlier episodes, before saying thank you and goodbye to their email friends (only for the time being).

What began as the last Radio Winden turned into part one of two and includes a discussion about the show’s three models of time travel, the origin of Tannhaus’s name, and some very interesting questions the show leaves unanswered.

The Dark Three take on Jonas, exploring his path to becoming Adam and the impact his grief had on his life, as well as making another discovery that changes the way they view the final scene of the show.

The Dark Three discuss the possibility of Boris being a lost child and dive into a fan theory about Agnes's timeline that presents a possible answer for where her final mission took her. They also tease an upcoming special announcement.

In this episode, the Dark Three take on exploring the many Marthas, her timeline, and her journey into becoming Eva. They also make yet another realization that causes them to revisit their entire understanding of Season 3.

The Dark Three read thought-provoking emails that lead them to re-consider the hidden identities in the photo of the Sic Mundus group, and the potential meaning behind the numbers in St. Christopher’s church.

The Dark Three check in with a quick update and a few comments.

The Dark Three read emails from three listeners and discuss the significance of blue eyes in Dark, a proposed metaphor behind the nuclear apocalypse, more thoughts on Boris Niewald's parentage, and deep dives into the how of show development and theory crafting.

The Dark Three talk about Claudia Tiedemann—her intelligence, ability to learn and adapt, and dedication to her ultimate goal of saving her daughter, Regina. They posit that her empathy is perhaps her greatest virtue, and even though she may not be the one who finally broke the cycle, the Dark Three agree she may have been the only person in all of Winden who was ever capable of doing so in the first place.

The Dark Three read two emails regarding their latest episode and its monumental BRONG, including a letter from an astrophysicist, and an email from a longtime listener who deep dives on the philosophy of Schopenhauer and the experience of “observing” Dark.

The Dark Three tackle the show's depiction of science and time travel, addressing the appearance of the Winden caves throughout the years and the show's various time machines, and also dive into a discussion about closed loops that builds into a revelation resulting in the biggest brong moment of all time.

The Dark Three read your emails and laugh themselves to death doing it. An email looking into whether or not Regina was tied to a Yew tree dives into Wagner's "Der Ring des Nibelungen", and an email that gives our hosts three mind-blowing brongs; this episode of Radio Winden is aiming to be the most hysterical one yet.

This week the Dark Three explore the emotional walls that are present in both Charlotte's professional and personal life, walls they've faced in their own lives, and ultimately how Charlotte was willing to break through hers to uncover the truth.

The Dark Three read a couple of emails regarding their episode about The Unknown. They discuss whether they still feel they gave The Unknown a fair shake, a huge theory from a listener that will come up again in later episodes, and why it's always important to have a "Ryan in The Room".

The Dark Three dig into Nietzche - his life, philosophy, and more importantly, what exists of him in Dark. They discuss the impact of ideas like the Übermensch and Eternal Recurrence on the show, whether Dark follows the tradition of life-affirming Greek Tragedy, and what it means to find meaning in the absence of God.

The Dark Three read a heartfelt email about a topic they've each struggled with. In a show about time travel, where are the Nazis? Addressing the "convenient" lack of reference in the timeline to one of history's greatest and most lasting atrocities, they discuss why they think the Showrunners might have made such a decision, how they feel about that decision, and why there may not be a satisfying answer.

The Dark Three talk The Unknown - but more importantly, what they feel he represents; the bearer of a great deal of the show's weaknesses. They each discuss what they felt the show struggled with, ways in which they felt the themes could have been more reinforced, and whether or not The Unknown even needed to be invited to the party at all. Welcome to the Season 3 of the podcast!

The Dark Three read an email from a listener named Julia, sparking some deep conversation about society, love, and life, as well as gaining some interesting perspective on Jonas and Martha.

The Dark Three read your emails, including one with a mind blowing Helge theory that just might change everything, and a heartfelt message from someone we wish we could clone.

The Dark Three dig into many questions to find out more about Agnes Nielsen. Who is she? Is she merely a plot device? Did she ever belong to herself? And perhaps the greatest question of all: what does it mean to truly be a double agent? Warning: MAJOR BRONGS AHEAD!).

The Dark Three read two of your emails, one that triggers a discussion about the universe and spacetime itself, and another that makes their day in the sweariest way possible.

The Dark Three reflect on two characters, each kept in a prison of Adam's design. They discuss Silja's near perfect loop, the decades-long, off-screen romance and what it means to be a disciple of Adam.

The Dark Three read some of your emails and reviews, including a theory about colors, Jonas' ties to the missing boys, and a wonderful email from a friend in Texas.

The Dark Three dive into Sic Mundus and discuss the role the secret society has played in Winden’s history, explore the many biblical connections to it and its members, and question whether or not they would join a secret society themselves.

The Dark Three read and answer some of your emails, including a follow up from Kell regarding our Defend Your Hannah episode, and a fascinating and detailed mail from Rex raising many theories and questions, one of which asks: What is the true effect of picking poison?

The Dark Three explore Elizabeth Doppler, heterochromia in DARK, and the importance of the Fox, Hedgehog, Hare, and Apple on the bunker's wallpaper.

In this episode, The Dark Three dig deep into the visuals and sounds that define Dark. They share their favorite auditory moments, break down specific scenes, discover something mind-blowing about the iconic yellow raincoat, and further solidify theories they've had thus far.

The Dark Three close out 2020 with a Radio Winden; reflecting on Peter & Charlotte's relationship, their own lives, and celebrate a listener's new project.

The Dark Three pay homage to the queen, in both name and importance, of Netflix's Dark - Regina. They explore her relationship and pure love with Aleksander, discuss his mysterious background, and uncover Regina's startling mythological origins that lead to a discovery that shakes the Dark Three "to their roots."

The Dark Three ride along with Winden’s very own police chief and dig into the clues that point to his role in the timeline, the meaning behind his tragic end, and what lies just out of his reach.

The Dark Three finally tackle one of the show's most divisive characters: Hannah. They read a surprise email with a disturbing implication about Ines' past, discuss all-encompassing desire, and posit theories about who Hannah really is in the universes of Tannhaus' making.

The Dark Three take a week to creatively recover and discuss listener's messages: a startling discovery in The Stranger’s hotel room, a dream set in motion, and a BROOONG 5 star review.

The Dark Three dig deep into the surprising feelings people seem to have for a character they all perceived to be rather straight-forward. Mikkel's adoptive mother appeared at first to be loving, self-sacrificing and loyal; but is there a second Ines?

The Dark Three pay respects to "the missing and gone" in the show, and explore the permeating theme of grief. Content Warning: This episode contains personal stories about loss, depression, and the deep impact of grief. If, in the words of Mirggles, you're feeling "too ooey gooey in your heart meats," allow yourself permission to sit this one out. You're adored either way.

In this Radio Winden, the Dark Three read an email that brings into question who Katharina is by the end of the series, and dive into some interesting comparisons in the composition of the final dinner.

The Dark Three share their favorite myths and stories before following the “clue of thread” deep into the labyrinth in search of the Minotaur and Ariadne herself.

The Dark Three talk about the show's two LGBT+ couples, Agnes & Doris and Peter & Bernadette. They discuss whether or not Agnes really loved Doris, the importance of words, Peter and Bernadette's connection that transcends time and space, and revel in the beauty of carving out a place for yourself exactly as you are.

Acorn, Mirggles, and PB apply themselves to the mysteries of Hermeticism, exploring its history, mysteries, and the incredible influences found in Netflix's Dark -- including a set design discovery so shocking that it leaves The Dark Three speechless.

PB is still recovering this week, so please join us for Radio Winden’s second minisode. Join the Dark Three as they discuss subtitle translation, debate whether or not Magnus and Fransiska were indeed a couple after their big fight, and begin the task of building a case for Hannah with the help from a passionate email from a wonderful listener.

The Dark Three dig through the deluge of religious imagery and themes in the show. From direct and obvious influences to deep hidden meanings, listen in as they encounter some of their most exciting realizations so far in the podcast.

In this first minisode, the Dark Three extend the conversation by reading and responding to your emails, tweets, & reviews. Today, they discuss the significance of names in DARK.

The Dark Three chronicle, theorize, debate and give love to one of Dark's most interesting characters- Noah, AKA Hanno Tauber. Why do we love and empathize with him, why did Adam name him Noah, and what truly is paradise?

The Dark Three follow Helge through his life, from the abuse of his childhood to his all-consuming conviction to undo the past in his older age. They deep dive on the universalism of trauma, uncover hidden happiness, and talk about the heroism of trying to break your own cycle.

The Dark Three explore the unbreakable duo Franziska & Magnus: Revealing a theory on why the two stuck with Sic Mundus, the struggles of emotional unavailability, and the thrill in exposing your "gooey underbelly" with someone.

Mirggles, Acorn, and PB take a look at the role of love in Dark. They deep dive on character relationships, have mind-blowing revelations about a certain couple, and discuss who receives the title of "Real True Love" in Winden.

In this episode, Acorn, Mirggles, and PB unpack Katharina, exploring her perseverance, intense loyalty, and the tragedy of her trauma.

In this episode, PB, Acorn, and Mirggles unpack Ulrich, dissecting his perceived failures, helplessness, and the trap of his own self destructive cycle.

In this episode, Acorn, Mirggles, and PB explore the use of color in Netflix's DARK. From triadic harmony to the potential meaning behind each color, our hosts talk truth, love, deceit and what lies within a tube of red lipstick.