
DARK - A Companion To The Netflix TV Series
Hosts Acorn, Mirggles, and PB break down and discuss Netflix’s DARK – including characters, color theory, and the cycles themselves. The end is the beginning and the beginning is the end. Part of The Geek Generation Network. Cover art by: Jhony Caballero – Twitter: @jhonyknight
Latest episodes

Oct 8, 2020 • 49min
Radio Winden – Defend Your Hannah
Mirggles and Pumpkinberry discuss subtitle translation, Magnus and Fransiska's relationship, and build a case for Hannah with a listener's email. They explore themes of time in the series, infertility in relationships, cults and brainwashing in DARK, and the unconventional romance of Jonas and Marta. They also delve into the sympathy for Noah and analyze Hannah's toxic love for Ulrich.

Oct 1, 2020 • 1h 9min
A Fool’s Paradise – Religion in Dark
Guests AcornBandit, Mirggles, and Pumpkinberry discuss the religious imagery and themes in the show 'Dark', exploring Christian influences, biblical references, symbolism surrounding characters, and the connection between Hannah and the mythological figure Lilith. They also recommend 'Stay' and a documentary, explore the concept of the Morgan, discuss the punk scene in the 1980s, and express excitement for the game Leech and upcoming episodes on medicine and alchemy.

Sep 28, 2020 • 33min
Radio Winden – What’s in a Name?
Guests AcornBandit, Mirggles, and Pumpkinberry discuss the significance of names in DARK. They explore the meanings behind character names like Catarina, Jonas, Marta, and more. They also discuss the importance of color choice and camera angles in the TV series Dark, and express gratitude for positive feedback and excitement for future episodes.

Sep 24, 2020 • 1h 13min
Nothing In Vain – Unraveling Noah in Dark
This podcast discusses the character Noah from the TV show 'Dark'. They explore the ideas of paradise, Noah's timeline, doubts and disappearance, twisted nature and manipulation, Noah's motivations and mindset, and various updates and announcements.

Sep 17, 2020 • 1h 23min
Tick Tock – Understanding Helge Doppler
Helge Doppler, a man with a traumatic past, reveals his determination to change history. The hosts discuss Helge's journey, universal trauma, hidden happiness, and the heroism of breaking cycles. They also analyze the character's realization and distrust of Noah, delve into Helge's timeline and parentage, and reflect on the concept of the origin world.

Sep 10, 2020 • 1h 4min
Then Together – Franziska and Magnus in Dark
The Dark Three explore the unbreakable duo Franziska & Magnus, revealing a theory on why they stuck with Sic Mundus. They discuss the struggles of emotional unavailability and the thrill of exposing your 'gooey underbelly' with someone. They also delve into the significance of being together and announce a surprise project.

Sep 3, 2020 • 1h 20min
Lovers in a Dangerous Time
Mirggles, AcornBandit, and Pumpkinberry explore the role of love in the TV series Dark. They analyze character relationships, uncover mind-blowing revelations about a couple, and debate who embodies "Real True Love" in Winden. The hosts also discuss the influence of upbringing on characters, attachment styles, and the portrayal of obsessive love in the time loop. Plus, they delve into the origin world, Claudia and Bernd's relationship, and the complexities of love and relationships depicted in the show.

Aug 27, 2020 • 1h 12min
The Ride or Die Woman – Katharina Nielsen
In this episode, the hosts unpack Katharina, exploring her perseverance, intense loyalty, and the tragedy of her trauma. They analyze Ulrich's confession of love to Hannah, discuss forgiveness and infidelity in the show, uncover Helene's secrets, and explore the impact of Hannah meeting Katharina. They also discuss the filming locations of Dark and analyze a photo of a young woman's expression.

Aug 20, 2020 • 1h 13min
The Man With No Future – Exploring Ulrich Nielsen
Ulrich Nielsen's perceived failures, helplessness, and his self-destructive cycle in the TV series Dark are unpacked. The hosts discuss the significance of red in relation to the show, explore Twix commercials and Hannah's affairs, share their variations of the nostalgic dish Toast Hawaii, analyze Ulrich Nielsen's complex relationships and character arc, and delve into the album art featured in Dark and its connections to Satanism and repeating cycles.

Aug 13, 2020 • 1h 14min
Primary: The Use of Color
AcornBandit, Mirggles, and Pumpkinberry discuss the use of color in Netflix's DARK, exploring the meaning behind each color and how it relates to truth, love, and deceit. They delve into the symbolism of red, including its representation of passion and strength. The conversation also touches on the symbolism of red lipstick and different opinions regarding its power. The hosts then discuss the use of yellow in the show, connecting it to themes of love and danger. They also provide a tutorial on color grading and offer feedback and teasers for future episodes.
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