Nov 1, 2021
Knifepoint Horror Podcast
A diamond in the rough
There are many horror story podcasts, some better than others. Some can be comedic because of how uninspired they are, seemingly pumping out episodes for the ad revenue as opposed to the stories which are being told. This is unsurprising, since horror is a popular genre, and it can be difficult to come up with original stories to keep a podcast consistent.
In this regard, Knifepoint Horror podcast stands out from the rest.
Many horror podcasts like to use a number of tricks, sound effects, and melodramatic narration to capture the audience. Knifepoint Horror takes a different approach, instead letting the story speak for itself.
It brings together great soundtracks by the Kevin MacLeod and narration and writing by the talented Soren Narnia, a horror and suspense fiction writer for many years.
It does have an irregular posting schedule, which, according to Narnia, can be attributed to him being unable to “tell when inspiration will strike next.” But he says, “if you know me at all, that ain’t exactly news!” Despite this, the content of each episode is enough to make you go back to previous episodes, going as for back as 2010, and keep you wanting more.
Many horror podcasts, and many podcasts more generally, have a tendency to begin episodes with lengthy intros, usually filled with sponsor shout-outs. Knifepoint Horror does away with this, instead going straight into the story the moment you play the episode.
They can do this because…
- They rely on donations from supporters.
- The podcast seems to be more of a side hobby.
- They don’t have a consistent posting schedule.
The episodes usually follow a single individual who come into close contact with other worldly spirits, demons, and occasionally monsters. These individuals usually have a sorted past, and sometimes this past is what is haunting them. The scenes are usually quite different, though.
In one episode, we’re following a soldier in Russia who comes into contact with a devilish monster on the battlefield, in another we’re in the woods running from the law when supernatural occurrences begin, and in another we’re in a quiet suburb, hiding in a room in our house because an old lady is following us.
But in every episode, you’re sure to lean forward in your chair awaiting the outcome. Overall, I’d say this is my favorite horror podcast to date.
