PATREON BONUS - Devil in the Family and the Fall of Ruby Franke
This is a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode where Shannon and Cathy discuss the documentary Devil in the Family and the fall of Ruby Franke.Want more? Head on over to Patreon and become a patron for exclusive bonus content, to join our Discord and enjoy other perks depending on your level of support!Follow us on Facebook | Instagram | Patreon | YouTubeMusic by Mannequin Uprising.
12 Touko 5min
Shrink Chat - From Dead Alive to Goodnight Mommy + Mommie Dearest Trivia
It’s Mother’s Month on Terror Talk! In this Shrink Chat episode, we dive headfirst into the creepy, complex, and unhinged world of terrifying mothers in horror and thriller films. From the grotesque mother-son nightmare of Dead Alive to the manipulative matriarch in The Manchurian Candidate, we explore how these mother figures get under our skin—and sometimes into our nightmares.Featured Films:Dead AliveThe Manchurian CandidateInsideThe GriftersGoodnight MommyThe FighterPlus: Mommie Dearest Trivia – “No wire hangers, ever!”🧠 What We Cover:The psychology of frightening mothers: control, enmeshment, emotional manipulationDifferences in parenting pathology across horror and dramaWhy some of these moms haunt us more than the monstersOur unfiltered reactions to their most unhinged moments“Mommie Dearest Facts with Cath” – a trivia game packed with absurd quotes and film loreWhat’s your favorite terrifying mom in a movie? Drop a comment on our socials or tag us in your reactions!Instagram: @terrortalkpodcastYouTube: TerrorTalk PodcastFacebook: Halloween All Year LongTikTok: @dark.psychology.girlsOriginal music by Mannequin Uprising – haunting tracks that keep our episodes properly unsettling.#TerrorTalkPodcast #MotherhoodInHorror #ScaryMovieMoms #ShrinkChat #HorrorPsychology #FrighteningMothers #DeadAlive #GoodnightMommy #TheManchurianCandidate #TheGrifters #InsideMovie #HorrorTrivia #MommieDearestQuotes #PsychologicalHorror #DarkMotherhood #HorrorTherapists
9 Touko 29min
Narcissistic Mothers in Film: White Oleander, Terms of Endearment & Mommie Dearest
In this episode of Terror Talk Podcast, we dive into the layered portrayals of narcissistic mothers in three iconic films: White Oleander, Terms of Endearment, and Mommie Dearest. From emotional manipulation and guilt-tripping to martyr complexes and full-blown control tactics, we explore the psychology of maternal narcissism through each character’s unique behavior.Using clinical insights, we break down the narcissism spectrum, compare how these cinematic mothers weaponize their relationships, and reflect on the lasting impact of toxic maternal figures—both on screen and in real life.We also examine how these films reflect societal expectations of women, motherhood, and the fine line between “difficult” and “damaging.” If you’ve ever flinched at a wire hanger or side-eyed a well-timed guilt trip, this episode’s for you.narcissistic mothers in film, psychological analysis of toxic mothers, White Oleander mother psychology, Mommie Dearest narcissism, Terms of Endearment analysis, narcissistic personality disorder in movies, toxic mother characters#TerrorTalkPodcast #DarkPsychology #WomenInFilm #FilmPsychology #CinematicMothers#NarcissisticMothers #WhiteOleanderAnalysis #TermsOfEndearment #MommieDearest #ToxicMoms #MoviePsychology #NarcissisticAbuseAwareness #MotherDaughterDynamics #PersonalityDisorderPortrayalsInstagram: @terrortalkpodcastYouTube: TerrorTalk PodcastFacebook: Halloween All Year LongTikTok: @dark.psychology.girls
7 Touko 35min
Influential Horror Director - Dario Argento
On this episode of Terror Talk Podcast, we dive deep into the stylish, surreal, and slash-happy world of legendary Italian horror director Dario Argento. As part of our Influential Horror Directors Series, we explore how Argento redefined horror with visually arresting masterpieces like Deep Red, Tenebrae, The Bird with the Crystal Plumage, and Opera. We geek out over his bold use of color, extreme violence, and obsessive camera work—basically everything that makes Argento the king of Giallo.If you’ve ever been hypnotized by his operatic approach to murder scenes or wondered how a killer’s black gloves became cinematic art, this one’s for you.Expect passionate rants, fun film facts, and a splash of humor—served with a razor-sharp edge.Instagram: @terrortalkpodcastYouTube: TerrorTalk PodcastFacebook: Halloween All Year LongTikTok: @dark.psychology.girlsOriginal music by Mannequin Uprising #TerrorTalkPodcast #HorrorDirectors #HorrorPodcast #PsychologyPodcast #CultCinema #HorrorTalk #TrueHorror#DarioArgento #GialloCinema #DeepRed #Tenebrae #BirdWithTheCrystalPlumage #OperaArgento #ItalianHorror #HorrorFilmAnalysis #GialloHorror #InfluentialHorrorDirectors
5 Touko 26min
Female Psychopath Series: To Die For & Pamela Smart
This week on Terror Talk Podcast, we’re diving headfirst into the true crime case that inspired the 1995 film To Die For. That’s right—we’re talking about the real-life story of Pamela Smart, her controversial trial, and how it all morphed into Gus Van Sant’s icy, satirical thriller starring Nicole Kidman as the unforgettable Suzanne Stone.We break down:The parallels between Suzanne and PamelaWhy Suzanne’s narcissism is chef’s kiss for dark character studyPsychological diagnoses we’d slap on this femme fataleThis one’s a blend of film love, forensic curiosity, and commentary with a side of smirk.Pamela Smart case, To Die For movie analysis, Suzanne Stone psychology, female narcissist film character, Nicole Kidman To Die For, true crime inspiration movies, criminal psychology podcast, psychological film breakdown, female manipulation on screen, true crime meets pop cultureInstagram: @terrortalkpodcastYouTube: TerrorTalk PodcastFacebook: Halloween All Year LongTikTok: @dark.psychology.girlsOriginal music featured in this episode is by Mannequin Uprising. #TerrorTalkPodcast #TrueCrimePodcast #PsychologyPodcast #FilmPsychology #NicoleKidman #PodcastRecommendations #TrueCrimeJunkie#PamelaSmartCase #ToDieForMovie #SuzanneStone #FemalePsychopaths #NarcissisticCharacters #CriminalPsychology #TrueCrimeMovies #NicoleKidmanFans #TrueCrimeVsFiction
30 Huhti 23min
PATREON BONUS - The Science of the Ick, New Research on Narcissism Trait
This is a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode where Shannon and Cathy discuss new psych research.Want more? Head on over to Patreon and become a patron for exclusive bonus content, to join our Discord and enjoy other perks depending on your level of support!Follow us on Facebook | Instagram | Patreon | YouTubeMusic by Mannequin Uprising.
28 Huhti 4min
1-Star Horror Reviews: Roasting Bad Takes on Hellraiser, Nosferatu, and More
This week on Terror Talk Podcast, we’re diving into the deep end of horror fandom absurdity—yep, we’re reading and ROASTING 1-star reviews of some of our favorite horror films: Hellraiser, Slumber Party Massacre, The Host, The Omen, and the new classic Nosferatu.From the emotionally complex to the cult classics, these films deserve more respect—and we’re here to give it to them. Join us as we laugh (and cry) through reviews that simply say “Nah,” “Boring,” or the now-iconic “Nah, bro.” Spoiler alert: we disagree with every single one.If you love horror and hate bad takes, this one’s for you.Featured Films in This Episode:Hellraiser (1987)Slumber Party Massacre (1982)The Host (2006)The Omen (1976)Nosferatu (1922)Got a hilariously bad horror review? Send it our way! Comment on your favorite horror hot take—or the 1-star review that made you scream (for all the wrong reasons).1-star horror movie reviews, funny horror reviews, Hellraiser movie review, Slumber Party Massacre commentary, Nosferatu fan opinions, underrated horror movies, cult horror classics, horror movie fan podcast, horror films misunderstood, horror movie roasting podcast Follow & Connect with Us: Instagram: @terrortalkpodcastYouTube: TerrorTalk Podcast Facebook: Halloween All Year Long TikTok: @dark.psychology.girlsMusic Credit:All music featured in this episode is by Mannequin Uprising – check them out for eerie, cinematic horror vibes that perfectly set the tone.#TerrorTalkPodcast #HorrorMoviePodcast #HorrorCommunity #CultHorror #HorrorFansUnite #SpookySeasonAllYear #MovieRoast #HorrorLaughs#HellraiserReview #Nosferatu1922 #SlumberPartyMassacre #TheHost2006 #TheOmen1976 #1StarReviews #HorrorHotTakes #BadMovieTakes #UnderratedHorror
25 Huhti 25min
Female Psychopaths Series: The Trauma, Control & Chaos of Ma (2019)
In this episode of Terror Talk Podcast, we're diving deep into the psychological profile of Sue Ann, aka Ma—Octavia Spencer’s chilling yet complex character in the 2019 psychological horror thriller.This isn’t just your standard horror review—we break down Ma through the lens of female psychopathy, trauma, and emotional control. From childhood bullying to adult manipulation, we explore her descent into madness with humor, insight, and plenty of clinical context.We discuss:The possible psychological diagnoses behind Ma’s actionsHow trauma and toxic relationships shaped her behaviorHer intense need for control and connectionWhy Sue Ann is more than just a campy villainAnd of course, our trivia game: "Ma Facts with Cath"—because nothing says deep psych analysis like pop quiz horror chaos Do you think Ma was a product of her environment—or something far more sinister? Drop us a DM or comment on your favorite female psychopath portrayal in horror!Connect with Us:Instagram: @terrortalkpodcastYouTube: TerrorTalk PodcastFacebook: Halloween All Year LongTikTok: @dark.psychology.girlsAll music for this episode is composed and performed by Mannequin Uprising – our go-to creators of eerie, atmospheric audio for your horror-loving soul.
23 Huhti 21min
