The Black Curtain Club

Remember the days when your thumbs ached from marathon gaming sessions, Mountain Dew cans littered your desk, and the only thing that mattered was reaching that next prestige? In this nostalgia-packed episode, Kyle takes Angi on an unforgettable journey through the evolution of Call of Duty, the franchise that redefined first-person shooters and transformed the gaming landscape forever.

Whether you've been prestiging ...

Have you ever wondered what happens when scientific inquiry meets the paranormal? Step back to Victorian England where one of history's most meticulously documented hauntings unfolded in a seemingly ordinary home.

The Cheltenham Ghost case stands apart from typical ghost stories—not because of terror or violence, but due to the extraordinary level of documentation by a brilliant 19-year-old woman named Rosina Despard....

Step into the enchanting yet dangerous world of Prythian as we explore Sarah J. Maas's beloved fantasy series, A Court of Thorns and Roses. What begins as a seemingly familiar Beauty and the Beast retelling quickly transforms into a dark, sensual journey through a realm where magic, politics, and ancient beings collide in unexpected ways.

Our special guest Laura Henthorne joins hosts Becca, Kyle, and Angi to dissect w...

Three friends venture into treacherous territory with a game that strips away filters and exposes uncomfortable truths. What begins as a simple card game quickly evolves into a revealing look at friendship boundaries, dark humor, and the things we typically keep hidden.

"Can of Squirms" forces Angela, Kyle, and Becca to confront questions ranging from "Who would make the shittiest superhero?" to "W...

Ever wonder which video games truly changed everything? In this episode, we carve our very own Mount Rushmore of gaming, honoring the titles that fundamentally transformed the medium and our relationship with it.

The conversation spirals through decades of gaming evolution as each host stakes their claim for the games deserving immortalization. World of Warcraft emerges as an undisputed champion, having created not just a ...

What happens when melody meets memory? When rhythm intertwines with our very identity? This episode delves into the profound ways music shapes who we are, leaving permanent imprints on our hearts and minds.

Kyle and Angi embark on an emotional journey through our personal musical landscapes, exchanging stories that range from heartwarming to tear-jerking. We explore how the songs our parents played became the foundation of...

Ever wondered what unfolds when insomnia-plagued podcasters hit record in the quiet hours of the night? In this uniquely intimate episode, Becca and Angi find themselves alone at the mic at 10 PM, creating a rare window into their friendship when the usual podcast structure falls away.

The conversation meanders through unexpected territories as they reflect on their favorite episodes recorded so far—true crime investigatio...

Step into the shadows with us as we explore the conspiracy theories that keep true believers awake at night and skeptics endlessly fascinated. From the chilling possibility that Stanley Kubrick orchestrated the greatest cinematic deception in history by faking the Apollo moon landing to the unsettling evidence suggesting our lunar companion might be hollow or artificially constructed.

Ever wondered why our moon behaves unl...

Forget everything Disney taught you—mythology's original stories hit different. In this episode, we peel back the sanitized versions to reveal the raw, often disturbing truths behind the myths we thought we knew.

The gods of ancient pantheons weren't the benevolent figures often portrayed in modern media. They were deeply flawed, vengeful beings whose personal vendettas and petty squabbles had cosmic consequences...

Three friends gather for an unfiltered, chaotic conversation that ranges from UFO hunting and service dogs to bizarre food habits and hypothetical drunk treehouses. The rambling, authentic discussion reveals their quirky personalities while offering surprising moments of wisdom about human connection.

• Becca recounts spending her afternoon listening to UFO-attracting frequencies while staring at the sky like a Pez dispens...

A dying chief's curse. A winged creature with glowing red eyes. The tragic collapse of a bridge. All these elements converge in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, creating one of America's most enduring supernatural mysteries - the legend of Mothman.

We journey back to 1777, when betrayal and bloodshed sowed the seeds for generations of misfortune as Shawnee Chief Cornstalk uttered his final, chilling words. Nearly t...

What makes a horror film withstand the ravages of time? When special effects grow dated and cultural references fade, what qualities allow certain movies to continue chilling new generations of viewers?

The Black Curtain Club takes a deep dive into horror films that have aged like fine wine—or perhaps more appropriately, like well-preserved corpses. From the devastating psychological impact of The Mist's unforgettable...

We explore the fascinating world of internet horror stories known as creepypastas, examining how these digital folktales have evolved from online forum posts into cultural phenomena with real-world impact.

• Slenderman's origin as a 2009 Photoshop contest entry by Eric Knudsen that evolved into a widespread internet phenomenon
• The disturbing Russian Sleep Experiment story about Soviet prisoners subjected to slee...

Two notorious women from history share eerily similar stories that challenge our understanding of female villains and the patriarchal societies that condemned them.

• Giulia Tofana created "Aqua Tofana" in 17th century Italy, a tasteless poison that killed approximately 600 abusive husbands
• Her poison business operated as a covert pyramid scheme disguised as a cosmetics shop, with dosing instructions simila...

The Black Curtain Club hosts dive into the bizarre and hilarious world of movie monsters and their hypothetical kinks, scoring each other's suggestions in a battle of horror-themed sexual proclivities.

• Imhotep from The Mummy might enjoy nyotaimori (eating sushi off bodies) or body painting
• The Xenomorph could secretly love being tickled, especially with its second mouth
• Pennywise might be into anal play ...

We dive into the weirdest historical facts we could find, sharing bizarre stories and historical oddities that you won't believe actually happened.

• Alexander the Great may have been buried alive due to a neurological disorder that paralyzed him but left him mentally aware
• Sigmund Freud studied the sex lives of eels while using cocaine, which he considered a miracle drug
• The 1919 Boston Molasses Tsunami c...

Our exploration of the Wendigo legend opens a window into a chilling world of folklore, psychological horror, and the ultimate survival instinct. We dissect its origins, physical descriptions, and cultural significance throughout history alongside its manifestation in modern media.

• Discussion of the origins and cultural history of the Wendigo 
• Examination of physical characteristics and legendary descriptions 
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We take on a unique and humorous exploration of the kinks and desires of the beloved characters from Lord of the Rings, exposing layers within the story and adding a fun twist on their personalities. Join us for an engaging dialogue about what makes these characters tick, both in their epic journeys and intimate lives.

• Introduction and disclaimer about episode's content 
• Kicking off discussions with Frodo’s ch...

The episode explores two intertwined true crime stories: the Isdal Woman, a mysterious figure whose charred body was found in Norway in 1970, and Alexander Litvinenko, a poisoned former KGB agent in 2006. Both cases reflect the high stakes of espionage, identity, and unexpected twists of fate, while also raising questions about accountability and the pursuit of truth.

• The Isdal Woman’s body discovered in Norway prompts q...