Terror Talk - Horror Movies, Psychopaths and Humor

In this Best of Horror 2026 episode of Terror Talk Podcast, we break down the movies, series, and surprises that defined horror this year — with a fun but thoughtful, spoiler-free conversation.
We kick things off with a mini-review of Cathy’s new favorite horror game, Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons, before diving into our top horror TV series of 2026, including standout favorites IT: Welcome to Derry, Dexter: Resurrection, and The Hunting Wives, plus discussions of Alien: Earth and Zero Day. We even disagree on Stranger Things, offering contrasting perspectives.
Next, we cover our favorite horror movies of the year, including Sinners, Frankenstein, House of Dynamite, Wolfman, and Companion, along with a few surprise mentions that caught us off guard.
This episode is a curated, year-end guide for horror fans who want smart recommendations, honest reactions, and a female-driven perspective on the best horror of 2026.
Subscribe, share the episode, and comment with your own Best of Horror 2026 picks.
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Welcome to the Best of 2025: What the Hell?! episode of Terror Talk Podcast, where we round up the most ridiculous, unbelievable, and head-scratching crimes of the year — the stories that made us stop mid-sentence and say, “What. The. Hell.”
This special episode is packed with all-new 2025 crime stories featuring spectacularly bad decision-making, deeply confused criminals, and situations so absurd they sound fictional… but unfortunately are very real. If you love true crime with a heavy dose of humor, this one is for you.
As always, we balance our disbelief with laughter, commentary, and just enough psychological insight to ask the real question: how did anyone think this was a good idea?
These episodes are a reminder that while true crime can be dark and disturbing, there’s also a strange, absurd side of criminal behavior that deserves to be examined — and laughed at.
No glamorizing.No sympathy.Just consequences… and comedy.
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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 Killers
We 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 Killer
What 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 Neighbor
A 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 603
We 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 Catfish
A deeply unsettling story of deception, vulnerability, and digital manipulation — and why catfishing crimes continue to thrive in online spaces.
🧩 Girl in the Picture
One 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 control

Trauma responses in victims and families

How documentaries shape public perception of guilt, innocence, and blame

Why some cases resonate more deeply than others

After 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.

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 Series
The 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.

Documentaries
The Road Between Us – True crime meets intimate storytelling.

Into the Fire – Heavy, important, and worth the watch.
Fun Segments This Week

⭐ Highlight Reactions
Quick takes on the weirdest, wildest, and most intriguing horror + true crime news headlines.
🩸 Horror Facts with Cath
Cath tests Shannon’s knowledge with trivia that is 90% horror and 10% “Why do we know this?”
⭐ One-Star Reviews
The 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
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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 documentary

The psychological traits of emerging adulthood and how they may have shaped her reactions

The media narrative and possible agenda behind the Netflix documentary

The prosecutor’s conduct, cultural misunderstandings, and how perception shaped public opinion

We 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.
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