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Terror Talk: True Crime, Serial Killers and Horror
Hosted by Shannon & Cathy | Clinical Psychology PhD & Forensic Psychologist · EN
Two psychologists — one forensic, one clinical — dissecting serial killers, psychopaths, and the dark minds behind true crime and horror cinema. Hosted by Shannon (PhD, LMFT) and Cathy (PhD, forensic psychology). 600+ episodes covering serial killer psychology, criminal profiling, horror films, cold cases, unsolved murders, cults, narcissism, and crimes so bizarre they defy explanation. Expert clinical insight. Genuine dark humor. New episodes every week. Follow now and join us on Patreon. Lock your doors. 🔒
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Shrink Chat – The Conjuring: Last Rites, Frankenstein, The Long Walk, Black Phone 2 plus documentaries and the TV series The Beast in Me
Dec 400:52:44Tap to summarizeWelcome back to Shrink Chat, where two therapists break down horror, TV, books, and the wonderfully bizarre corners of pop culture—one laugh, one eyeball twitch, and one One-Star Review at a time.In this episode, we’re diving into a massive wave of new and upcoming horror releases across film, TV, and documentary storytelling. From rebooted classics to brand-new nightmare fuel, we’re reviewing everything spoiler-free, so you can decide what to watch next without fear of us ruining the trauma for you.What We’re Reviewing This Week (Spoiler-Free!) TV & Streaming SeriesThe Beast in Me – Atmospheric horror with emotional teeth.Zero Day – A political thriller that may or may not be predicting the future.IT: Welcome to Derry – Pennywise returns… and we have thoughts. Big ones.Movies (from prestige horror to pure chaos)Black Phone 2 – New victims, old trauma, same terrifying phone.Frankenstein 2025 – A modern monster that hits closer to home than expected.Until Dawn – Survival horror that will spike your blood pressure.The Long Walk – Existential dread + tension = our happy place.The Conjuring: Last Rites – The Warrens are back… again… somehow.Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers – Don’t ask. Just listen.Toxic Avenger – Delightfully disgusting.The Gorge – Emotional action-thriller with genre surprises.Osiris – Sci-fi mystery meets psychological horror. DocumentariesThe Road Between Us – True crime meets intimate storytelling.Into the Fire – Heavy, important, and worth the watch.Fun Segments This Week⭐ Highlight ReactionsQuick takes on the weirdest, wildest, and most intriguing horror + true crime news headlines.🩸 Horror Facts with CathCath tests Shannon’s knowledge with trivia that is 90% horror and 10% “Why do we know this?”⭐ One-Star ReviewsThe internet has spoken… terribly. We read the worst reviews of beloved films and cope through laughter.🎧 Why Listen?This episode is perfect for horror fans of all ages and backgrounds who want:✔️ Spoiler-free guidance on what to watch next✔️ Therapist-level insight with zero clinical jargon✔️ A fun, fast-moving vibe✔️ Big series reviews (IT, Zero Day, The Beast in Me)✔️ A wide mix of movie styles—from arthouse sci-fi to campy gore📢 Connect With UsInstagram: @terrortalkpodcastYouTube: Terror Talk PodcastFacebook: Halloween All Year LongMusic Credit:🎶 Mannequin Uprising — original music featured in every episode.If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, fellow horror fan, or someone who needs a new series to obsess over. Sharing helps our indie podcast grow!
Transcribe →Mastermind of Criminal Profiling: The Legacy of Ann Burgess
Mar 19, 2025Tap to summarizeAnn Burgess is a pioneer in forensic psychology, helping shape the way law enforcement understands violent offenders. In this episode of Terror Talk Podcast, we dive into her groundbreaking work in criminal profiling, her collaboration with the FBI, and how she helped define the psychology of serial killers. We explore her personal and professional history before joining the FBI, her involvement in high-profile cases like Lyle Menendez and Opal, and how her insights revolutionized investigative techniques.We also examine her impact on pop culture, from inspiring the Mindhunter character Dr. Wendy Carr to the recent documentary Mastermind: To Think Like a Killer. What makes her work so influential? How did her research shift the way we understand criminal behavior? Join us as we break down the mind of the profiler who helped crack some of the most infamous cases in history.What do you think of Ann Burgess’s work? Do you believe profiling is as effective as it’s portrayed in media? Let us know!Topics Covered:✔️ The early career and personal background of Ann Burgess✔️ Her groundbreaking work in forensic psychology✔️ How she helped shape criminal profiling techniques✔️ The Menendez case, Opal, and other key investigations✔️ Mindhunter and Mastermind: To Think Like a Killer✔️ The real impact of profiling vs. Hollywood’s portrayalInstagram: @terrortalkpodcast🎥 YouTube: TerrorTalk Podcast👻 Facebook: Halloween All Year Long🎭 TikTok: @dark.psychology.girls Music by Mannequin Uprising
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