The hosts discuss listener theories about the show 'Dark', including the possibility of Boris being a lost child. They speculate on his connection to other characters and express their desire for behind-the-scenes information. They also explore the damaging effects of perception on abuse survivors and child protective services.
The theory that Boris is connected to Inez is discussed, with speculation that he may be her son or a stranger in Winden.
Agnes' timeline is explored, with a theory suggesting she had a relationship with Daniel Kahnwald and gave birth to Boris in 1968.
Deep dives
Theories about Boris and Agnes
One of the main topics discussed in the podcast episode is the theory that Boris is connected to Inez. The hosts debate whether Boris could be Inez's son or just a stranger in Winden. They also discuss the significance of Boris representing love and compassion in the midst of the darkness of the time loop. Another theory explored is about Agnes' timeline. The hosts speculate that Agnes may have traveled to 1968 and had a relationship with Daniel Kahnwald, resulting in the birth of Boris. They also consider the possibility of Agnes having a difficult mental state and abusing Tronte, leading to him being put in the orphanage.
Recognizing the genius of Dark Season 3
The hosts express their initial disappointment with Season 3 of Dark, but they later appreciate the genius behind it. They discuss how the podcast helped them see the meaningful connections and intentionality in Season 3, which made them realize that everything in the show happens for a reason. They praise Dark as the best time-traveling show on TV and appreciate the depth of their analysis in understanding the show's complexities.
Listener appreciation and anticipation for the upcoming episodes
The podcast hosts express their gratitude for the listeners and acknowledge a previous shout-out given to a listener named Hector. They read a positive email from another listener named Noah, who shares a theory about Agnes' timeline and discusses symbolism in Katarina's last moments. The hosts thank Hector and Noah for their emails and mention their excitement for the upcoming episodes, including the announcement of pins related to 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.