

True Crime Night: One Star Reviews, BTK’s Daughter, and the Darkest Documentary Confessions
2025/12/20 | 51 mins.
In this True Crime Night episode of Terror Talk – True Crime • Serial Killers • Horror Movies, we dive deep into some of the most disturbing, emotional, and controversial true crime documentaries streaming right now. With a balance of serious analysis and our signature dark humor, we unpack the crimes, the psychology, and the uncomfortable truths behind these cases — and then top it off by roasting the most ridiculous one-star reviews we can find.⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of violence, murder, abuse, and sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised.🔪 Aileen Wuornos: Queen of the Serial KillersWe revisit one of the most infamous female serial killers in American history, exploring how media narratives, trauma, and gender expectations shaped the story of Aileen Wuornos — and how documentaries continue to frame her legacy.🧬 My Father’s the BTK KillerWhat happens when the monster is your parent? We discuss the psychological toll of discovering your father is Dennis Rader, examining identity, denial, and generational trauma.🏘️ The Perfect NeighborA chilling look at how obsession, entitlement, and unchecked aggression can escalate into deadly violence — and what this case reveals about warning signs we too often ignore.🚪 Death in Apartment 603We break down the strange circumstances, conflicting narratives, and investigative gaps that make this case linger long after the credits roll.📱 Unknown Number: The High School CatfishA deeply unsettling story of deception, vulnerability, and digital manipulation — and why catfishing crimes continue to thrive in online spaces.🧩 Girl in the PictureOne of the most haunting documentaries discussed this episode, raising questions about identity, control, and the devastating impact of long-term abuse.As therapists who specialize in understanding behavior, we examine:Patterns of manipulation and coercive controlTrauma responses in victims and familiesHow documentaries shape public perception of guilt, innocence, and blameWhy some cases resonate more deeply than othersAfter heavy material, we lighten things up by reading and reacting to ridiculous one-star reviews of these documentaries — proving once again that sometimes the comments section is its own crime scene.

Shrink Chat – The Conjuring: Last Rites, Frankenstein, The Long Walk, Black Phone 2 plus documentaries and the TV series The Beast in Me
2025/12/04 | 52 mins.
Welcome 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!

[Encore] Analyzing Amanda Knox Psychology, Culture, and the Netflix Documentary
2025/11/27 | 51 mins.
In this episode of Terror Talk Podcast, Shannon and Cathy unpack the Amanda Knox Netflix documentary through the lens of criminal psychology, media influence, and cultural bias. We’re not lawyers or investigators — just two mental health professionals exploring human behavior and how it’s portrayed in the media.We discuss:Amanda Knox’s behavioral patterns and emotional responses as seen in the documentaryThe psychological traits of emerging adulthood and how they may have shaped her reactionsThe media narrative and possible agenda behind the Netflix documentaryThe prosecutor’s conduct, cultural misunderstandings, and how perception shaped public opinionWe don’t claim to have the answers — only insights from a psychological and cultural perspective. Listen as we examine how this case became a mirror for our collective fear, fascination, and judgment.💀 Join the conversationPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/terrortalk📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Instagram: @terrortalkpodcast🐦 Twitter: @TalkTerror📘 Facebook: Halloween All Year Long🎶 Music by Mannequin Uprising#AmandaKnox #TrueCrimePodcast #NetflixDocumentary #CriminalPsychology #PsychologyPodcast #MediaBias #EmergingAdulthood #TerrorTalkPodcast #CulturalAnalysis #TrueCrimeAnalysis

The Woman Who Helped Shape FBI Profiling: A Conversation with Dr. Ann Burgess
2025/11/20 | 40 mins.
In this special interview episode of Terror Talk – True Crime • Serial Killers • Horror Movies, we sit down with one of the most influential figures in modern forensic psychology: Dr. Ann Wolbert Burgess, trauma researcher, pioneer of the FBI Behavioral Science Unit, expert witness, and author of the new book Expert Witness.This conversation is aimed at listeners who want more than true crime storytelling — they want psychological insight, behavioral science, and the real challenges behind criminal investigations.If you’re a woman who loves true crime, forensic psychology, or the history of profiling, this episode was made for you.We explore how her early research in trauma, victimology, and sexual assault shaped her groundbreaking career and opened the door to her work with law enforcement and the FBI.As well as:*Her Role as an Expert Witness — Including the Eric Menendez Trial*The Early Days of the FBI Behavioral Science Unit• What It Was Like to Sit with Ed Kemper• Being a Woman in a Male-Dominated FieldExpert Witness - the bookHer new book explores decades of clinical work, expert testimony, and behind-the-scenes insights into some of the most challenging criminal cases in the United States.We discuss its themes, its impact, and why her voice is so important in today’s true crime landscape.Music CreditSpecial thanks to Mannequin Uprising for our show music.Instagram: @terrortalkpodcastYouTube: Terror Talk PodcastFacebook: Halloween All Year Long

Shrink Chat - Ed Gein, Haunted Hill, The Woman in Cabin 10
2025/11/12 | 47 mins.
Welcome back to Shrink Chat, where horror, humor, and psychology collide!In this episode of Terror Talk Podcast, Shannon and Cathy dive headfirst into the latest in horror and true crime-inspired media — with their signature mix of sharp insight and dark humor.🎬 This Week’s Reviews:We’re unpacking the brand-new I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025), the chilling thriller The Woman in Cabin 10, the high-tech horror sequel Megan 2.0, and the unnerving Monster: Ed Gein. Plus, we explore HIM, the cozy crime book Thursday Murder Club, and the eerie docuseries The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox and Haunted Hill.💡 Segments You’ll Love:🧠 Horror Facts with Cath — Can you guess the dark trivia before we do?💬 One-Star Reviews — The internet never disappoints. We read and react to the most unhinged audience takes on your favorite horror flicks.😂 Highlight Reactions — The best (and weirdest) horror headlines of the week.No spoilers here — just laughs, vibes, and a little analysis on why these stories get under our skin. Instagram: @terrortalkpodcast▶️ YouTube: TerrorTalk Podcast📘 Facebook: Halloween All Year LongWant more creepy content and exclusive behind-the-scenes convos?Join us on Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and early access!Original music by Mannequin Uprising — bringing the eerie atmosphere to every episode.



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