The Black Curtain Club

What makes a headless ghost rider one of America's most beloved folk tales? Is it the mystery, the history, or something deeper that connects us to our cultural roots?

Join Kyle as he takes us on a journey through the fog-shrouded western woods of Sleepy Hollow, sharing his passionate connection to Washington Irving's classic American ghost story. Growing up just an hour from the actual town of Sleepy Hollow, Kyl...

Imagine having to choose a supernatural roommate from a lineup of legendary cryptids. Would you go with the reliable Bigfoot who fixes everything and brings home free firewood? Maybe Mothman's ability to predict disasters and text you "don't go to Costco today" seems appealing? 

In this wildly entertaining crossover episode, we're joined by the crew from the Time Pals podcast for a game of "Cr...

"Listen or skip. Make your choice." That iconic line perfectly captures the spirit of our deep dive into the Saw franchise with special guest Loren, who shares our unexpected love for these twisted tales of morality and survival.

What makes a low-budget horror film transcend its limitations to become a cultural phenomenon? The original Saw, shot in just 10 days for a mere $1 million, revolutionized horror by focu...

What happens when music crosses the line from entertainment into something more sinister? In this spine-tingling exploration of melody and mayhem, we unravel the dark legends behind songs that have transcended their notes to become objects of fear, fascination, and supernatural speculation.

From the alleged death scream captured on Ohio Players' "Love Roller Coaster" to backward messages supposedly hidden in...

The vast, mysterious depths of our oceans have always captivated human imagination—drawing us in while simultaneously terrifying us to our core. When you realize that 75% of our planet is covered in water, yet we've only explored a mere 20% of what lies beneath the surface, the implications become truly unsettling.

From the megalodons—prehistoric sharks potentially larger than blue whales that some believe still patro...

The name Tycho Brahe may not ring immediate bells for most people, but his story stands as perhaps the most fascinating fusion of scientific brilliance and outrageous eccentricity in history. This Danish nobleman-turned-astronomer lived a life so colorful and bizarre that it defies modern imagination.

What makes Brahe truly unforgettable wasn't just his scientific achievements—which were substantial—but his outrageous...

The digital frontier of Red Dead Redemption 2 has captured the hearts and minds of gamers worldwide, creating emotional connections that transcend typical gaming experiences. In this deeply personal conversation, we explore why this Rockstar masterpiece stands as arguably the greatest video game ever created.

Arthur Morgan's journey from hardened outlaw to a man seeking redemption serves as the emotional core that bri...

The Black Curtain Club kicks off Season 2 with a nostalgic bang as Kyle and Angi reconnect after their summer adventures.

Kyle's journey back to Connecticut for a cousin's wedding turned into a travel nightmare, yet amid the chaos came profound family moments, particularly when all the cousins gathered under one roof for the first time in nearly two decades. 

Angi's Hilton Head vacation delivered bo...

In another late-night recording session, Kyle and Angi talk about everything from who would be the best narrator of "How It's Made" to dragons appearing in every ancient civilization's mythology can't be coincidence. This launches us into exploring how different ancient cultures depicted remarkably similar gods despite being separated by vast distances and centuries, raising questions about shared human exp...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...