Dark Overtones
Listen now
More Episodes
In this episode of Dark Overtones, Kurt seeks to explore the symbols that inspired this very podcast -- the runes and symbols embedded in Ari Aster's horror masterpiece, Midsommar. Throughout the film, Aster places runes of Elder Futhark at key points, from the barracks where the main characters...
Published 08/05/24
This week, Kurt briefly discusses how the world messes up his best-laid episode plans. Unfortunately, as a researcher of political violence, the complete [looks up the scientific term] shitshow of the last week has forced him to field questions and advise on issues related to security. Fear not,...
Published 07/22/24
In the second episode of Series 1, Kurt delves into the 2015 pressure cooker, The Invitation. Part awkward dinner party, part reverse home invasion, part cultish terror, The Invitation challenges us to consider the psychology of grief and how to remain polite... even if we suspect our hosts want...
Published 07/15/24