Shannon & Cathy | Clinical Psychology PhD & Forensic Psychologist

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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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Shannon & Cathy | Clinical Psychology PhD & Forensic Psychologist

Episodes

Psychology of The Cell - Inside the Serial Killer’s Mind 04.11.2020 42:12

Shannon and Cathy discuss the film The Cell (2000). The Cell is an excellent metaphor for the therapeutic process and a very fun horror film that explores a metaphor of the serial killer's mind and imaginal existence.

Halloween Celebration - Devil's Nights, Samhain, & Halloween Memories 28.10.2020 41:20

We love Halloween and this is our Halloween celebration. Devil's Night, Samhain, Halloween culture, context, how we met, childhood stories and costumes. This is a little get to know us episode with some info thrown in.

Michael Myers & the Halloween Franchise 21.10.2020 1:02:24

Shannon & Cathy discuss the whole Michael Myers Universe including Halloween 1-6, Halloween H2O and the Resurrection, the Rob Zombie editions and the new Halloween 2018.

Psychology of Black Mirror Series 2 14.10.2020 37:18

Shannon & Cathy discussed Season 2 of Black Mirror including episodes entitled Be Right Back, White Bear, The Waldo Moment, and White Christmas.

Psychology of Se7en 07.10.2020 26:58

Shannon and Cathy discuss Se7en the film staring Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman as police officers hunting a serial killer. 

Discussion of Lori Vallow Daybell 30.09.2020 38:35

Shannon and Cathy discuss the ongoing saga of Lori Vallow Daybell and her deceased children whose remains were ultimately found in their step father's backyard.

Psychology of Hannibal the Cannibal 23.09.2020 33:43

Shannon & Cathy discuss the TV show Hannibal which explores the early relationship between renowned psychiatrist, Hannibal Lecter, and his patient, a young FBI criminal profiler, who is haunted by his ability to empathize with serial killers. The tv series tackles a massive amount of character and plot, not to mention psychological concepts, and explores it in only 3 seasons.

Psychology of Henry Portrait of a Serial Killer 16.09.2020 43:06

Shannon and Cathy discuss the film Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer

Psychology of The Alienist 09.09.2020 35:08

Shannon & Cathy discuss The Alienist from a psychological perspective.

Mental Illness Representation in Horror Films 02.09.2020 43:54

Shannon and Cathy discuss mental illness representation in horror films. Website: https://www.terrortalkpodcast.com Community Membership: https://www.patreon.com/terrortalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTerror/

Villains Influenced by True Crimes of Ed Gein 05.08.2020 34:42

Ed Gein has influenced several villains in movies and TV including Norman in Psycho, Buffalo Bill in Silence of the Lambs, and Leatherface from Texas Chainsaw Massacre. https://www.patreon.com/terrortalk Email: terrortalkpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTerror Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/newterrortalkpodcast/

Sexual Predators & Jeffrey Epstein 29.07.2020 40:36

Shannon and Cathy discuss Jeffrey Epstein and Sexual Predators. https://www.patreon.com/terrortalk Email: terrortalkpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTerror Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/newterrortalkpodcast/

The Invisible Man & Narcissistic Abuse 22.07.2020 45:52

Shannon & Cathy discuss The Invisible Man and Narcissistic Abuse. https://www.patreon.com/terrortalk Email: terrortalkpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTerror Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/newterrortalkpodcast/

Our Favorite Horror Films So Far - 2020 15.07.2020 41:03

We mention many of our favorite horror movies from the year so far and some we hated : ) https://www.patreon.com/terrortalk  Email: terrortalkpodcast@gmail.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTerror  Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/newterrortalkpodcast/

Horror Film Time Capsule - The 70's 08.07.2020 50:14

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True Crime Psychology - The Zodiac Killer - Part 2 01.07.2020 38:13

Part 2 of our discussion on the Zodiac Killer. https://www.patreon.com/terrortalk Email: terrortalkpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTerror Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/newterrortalkpodcast/

True Crime Psychology - The Zodiac Killer - Part 1 24.06.2020 31:46

Child Crimes - Gregory Villemin & Gabriel Fernandez 17.06.2020 49:50

Our Child Crimes episode from last year was so popular that we decided to do a follow up and discuss two additional cases of crimes involving children. https://www.patreon.com/terrortalk Email: terrortalkpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTerror Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/newterrortalkpodcast/

Twilight Zone - The Original 09.06.2020 49:03

Shannon and Cathy discuss their 4 favorite episodes of the Twilight Zone.  https://www.patreon.com/terrortalk Email: terrortalkpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTerror Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/newterrortalkpodcast/

Insidious & Parapsychology 03.06.2020 58:22

Shannon & Cathy discuss paranormal phenomena and parapsychology along with all four Insidious films. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTerror Page: https://www.facebook.com/newterrortalkpodcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/terrortalk Email: terrortalkpodcast@gmail.com

The Fictionalization of the Psychopath in Film 27.05.2020 1:02:34

Shannon & Cathy discuss the psychopath in a few chosen classics: Scarface, The Silence of the Lambs, American Psycho and Cape Fear. Special bonus mentions are Basic Instinct, Dexter and Sherlock. Alice, Sweet, Alice and Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer. This episode includes our What the Hell? segment. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTe...

Waco (2018) Netflix Mini Series 20.05.2020 47:22

Shannon & Cathy discuss the Netflix series Waco (2018) (with Taylor Kitsch and Michael Shannon) and the behavior of the Branch Dividians. The FBI and ATF seize religious and cult leader David Koresh compound near Waco,Texas in the Spring of 1993 in this effective mini series that dramatizes the events of this controversial and divisive siege that killed 76 Branch Dividians. This episode contains o...

Horror Film Time Capsule - 2010 to 2019 13.05.2020 59:38

If you came back from space after 10 years away and we could make you a horror film time capsule, many of the films mentioned would be gift wrapped in that time capsule. Shannon and Cathy discuss their favorite horror films from the past decade. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTerror Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/newterrortalkp...

American Horror Story - 1984 - Richard Ramirez 06.05.2020 48:41

American Horror Story's 9th season entitled 1984 is a summer camp 80's slasher send up meets a Richard Ramirez love story. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTerror Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/newterrortalkpodcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/terrortalk Email: terrortalkpodcast@gmail.com

We Need to Talk about Kevin ‘cause Kevin is a Psychopath 29.04.2020 59:36

Shannon & Cathy discuss the film We Need To Talk About Kevin which tells the story of Kevin and his family. Kevin’s not a normal kid. Kevin has no empathy. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrortalkpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkTerror Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/newterrortalkpodcast/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/terrortalk Email: terrortalkpodcast@gmail.com