Best Terror And Tangents Podcasts (2024)

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Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers Aka Glass Pineapple (Thriller) 33:41

7h ago33:41

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This month we read “Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers” by Jesse Q Sutanto. It was a delightful read and therefore produced a delightful episode, perfect for getting into the holiday craziness. Join us, wherever you like to listen, or click the link below. Next book is Dead of Winter by Darcy Coates. Congrats to our Book box giveaway over…

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Misery AKA I'm Miserable (Horror) 36:27

1M ago36:27

36:27

Happy Spooky season! It is time! This month we read “Misery” by Stephen King. Celisa's first DNF (did not finish), part of Alex's 31 Days Of Halloween movie/book marathon, and yeah we are not Stephen King girlies. As you'll find out. Join us, wherever you like to listen, or click the link below. Next book is Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murde…

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The Book of the Most Precious Substance Aka He’s Just a Man (Thriller) 41:39

2M ago41:39

41:39

It’s September and this month we read “The Book of the Most Precious Substance” by Sara Gran. On this episode we talk about sex, Nick Cage, going out to pasture, and of course, the five (sexual) steps needed to complete the ritual and if we would actually do them or not. Join us, wherever you like to listen, or click the link below. Send us a text…

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The Deep AKA Just Add Water (Horror) 41:12

3M ago41:12

41:12

It’s August and Celisa’s birthday month, so of course we had to read a Nick Cutter book. Tune in as we talk about The Deep! We talk about scientific experiments, our version of the tickle box, and hope much we can nope the ocean. Next book is The Book of the Most Precious Substance by Sara Gran. Send us a text…

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Butcher and the Wren AKA Power of the Nose (Thriller) 42:19

4M ago42:19

42:19

Join us as we read The Butcher and the Wren by Alaina Urquhart-White! We talk about smells that haunt us, don our lawyer hats while still being unable to pronounce latin words to no ones surprise. Stick around after the end credits for a bonus tangent! Spoilers abound and happy halfway through the year everybody! Next book is The Deep by Nick Cutte…

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The Fervor AKA Itsy Bitsy Spider (Horror) 34:41

5M ago34:41

34:41

This month we read The Fervor by Alma Katsu. Join us as we discuss racial tensions, America's PR, and Celisa's long list of new words. Spoilers, cursing, and mispronunciations ahead! Next book is The Butcher and the Wren by Alaina Urquhart. Welcome to summer everyone! Send us a textBy Terror and Tangents

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The Only One Left AKA Silent Treatment Queen (Thriller) 35:40

6M ago35:40

35:40

This month we read The Only One Left by Riley Sager. Join us as we discuss some medical verbiage, Celisa learns she can DNF if she wants, and who the true queen of the silent treatment is. Spoilers ahead as always! Next book is The Fervor by Alma Katsu. Send us a textBy Terror and Tangents

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Silver Under Nightfall AKA Vampires are Cool (Horror) 33:03

7M ago33:03

33:03

We have returned! Not from the dead, but from a nice break. This month we read Silver Under Nightfall by Ron Chupeco. Spoiler: we loved it. Join us wherever you like to listen as we discuss self-deprecation, the importance of a good map, and how to flirt with vampires. Next book is Only One Left by Riley Sager. Happy April everyone! Send us a text…

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Rock, Paper, Scissors AKA Twists and Turns ahead (Thriller) 32:19

11M ago32:19

32:19

This month we read Rock, Paper, Scissors by Alice Feeney. Join us as one of Alex's cats tries to sabotage the podcast by stopping the recording, we wave some red flags, and the world is re-righted cause nobody saw these twists coming. Spoilers ahead as always and happy holidays! Next book announcement in the episode. Disclaimer: Hubby was out of to…

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The Overnight Guest Aka Why Won't You Die? (Thriller) 30:03

1y ago30:03

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This month we read The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf. Join us as we mainly talk about the book with limited tangents for once in our lives. The world is off kilter cause Alex guessed the ending before Celisa so spoilers ahead. Next months book is Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney. Congrats to our Halloween giveaway winner and happy start o…

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Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark AKA Horse Toes and Childhood Nostalgia (Horror) 40:01

1y ago40:01

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Updated audio, sorry everybody! Round 2 though, Happy Spooky Season! This month we read Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, written by Alvin Scwartz and illustrated by Stephen Gammell. We get into unusual jobs that people have, childhood nostalgia, and the creepy photos in this book. It's a collection of short horror stories so kind of hard to spoil…

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What Moves the Dead Aka Hare-y Mushrooms (Horror) 46:24

1y ago46:24

46:24

Join us for Episode 14 as we talk about Americans, Mushrooms, and fancy rabbits. Spoilers included so grab your book and get ready for Spooky season to begin! Next month's book is Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz. We also have our Halloween giveaway box happening so go check out our Insta and enter to win some goodies. Send us a …

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The Stepford Wives Aka A Feminist Nightmare (Thriller) 46:40

1+ y ago46:40

46:40

Join us for Episode 13 as we bring back the words Celisa (and Alex) didn't know segment, talk about healthy relationships, and "taking it with a smile" . Spoilers included but grab your book and enjoy our thoughts on The Stepford Wives! Next month's book is What Moves the Dead by T Kingfisher (or Ursula Vernon). Happy Birthday month to Celisa! Send…

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Cirque Berserk Aka A Horrific Wholesome Romance (Horror) 49:44

1+ y ago49:44

49:44

Join us as we giggle our way through talking about fair foods, horror romances and the shenanigans we got into as young'uns. Spoilers always included, so grab your book and welcome to Episode 12 where we read Cirque Berserk by Jessica Guess! Next month’s book is Stepford Wives by Ira Levin. Send us a text…

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No Exit Aka Art Student Cockroach vs Psychopath (Thriller) 37:07

1+ y ago37:07

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Why did we read a winter book in 90 degree weather? Who knows! Join us as we talk about damsels out of distress, how to communicate a person's passing and the realities of snow plowing. Spoilers always included, in this episode even the end gets spoiled for one of us, so grab your book and welcome to Episode 11 where we read No Exit by Taylor Adams…

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A Head Full of Ghosts Aka An Early 2000’s Religious Reality Show (Horror) 46:17

1+ y ago46:17

46:17

This month we read A Head Full of Ghosts by Paul Tremblay. Join us as we once again talk about toxic men and mandatory reporting, the awkward internet years and spiders on the ceiling. With a new guest reading the back of the book to you! Apologies for some sound issues due to rural Alaska internet connections, or maybe Celisa’s rage towards underf…

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The Final Girl Support Group Aka Post Slasher Coping Styles (Thriller) 34:01

1+ y ago34:01

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This month we read The Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix. Join us as we discuss all the final women, college essay prompts for horror-philes, and our homes safest places. Spoilers abound. So grab your book and welcome to Episode 9 of Terror and Tangents! Next month’s book is A Head Full of Ghosts by Paul Tremblay. Send us a text…

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Go Down Hard Aka A Serial Killer Meet Cute (Horror) 40:58

1+ y ago40:58

40:58

This month we read Go Down Hard by Ali Seay. Join us as we discuss the men we've dated, the ick-iest moments in this book, and the pros/cons of pepper spray. Spoilers abound. So grab your book and welcome to Episode 8 of Terror and Tangents! Next month’s book is Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix. Send us a text…

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The One Aka DNA isn't everything when it comes to matchmaking (Thriller) 42:00

2y ago42:00

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Surprise! This month we read The One by John Marrs. Join us as we briefly discuss nurture versus nature, deep dive into TSA fun stories, and every other tangent we fall down. Spoilers and severe name calling towards select character abound! So grab your book and welcome to Episode 7 of Terror and Tangents! Next month's book is Go Down Hard by Ali S…

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Turn of the Key Aka Dumb Homes Work Just Fine (Thriller) 43:08

2y ago43:08

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Happy New Year! This month we read Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware. Join us as we discuss the technology and convenience, parenting tips from childless people, and every other tangent we fall down. Life advice coming from Celisa this round. Spoilers abound! So grab your book and welcome to Episode 6 of Terror and Tangents! Next month's book is TBD so …

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Secret Santa Aka Act Your Wage (Horror) 41:58

2y ago41:58

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This month we read Secret Santa by Andrew Shaffer. Join us as we discuss the worst secret santa gifts, how to spot a toxic workplace, and every other tangent we fall down. We also introduce a new segment this episode. Spoilers abound! So grab your book and welcome to Episode 5 of Terror and Tangents! Next month's book is MindHunter by John E. Dougl…

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My Lovely Wife Aka It's Not Always the Husband (Thriller) 55:14

2y ago55:14

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This month we read My Lovely Wife by Samantha Downing. Join us as we discuss serial killer love languages, parenting classes, and every other tangent we fall down. Spoilers abound! So grab your book and welcome to Episode 4 of Terror and Tangents! Next month's book is Secret Santa by Andrew Shaffer. Send us a text…

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Come Closer Aka Let's Take A Demonic Quiz (Horror) 46:47

2y ago46:47

46:47

This month we read Come Closer by Sara Gran. Join us as we discuss who we'd cast in the movie, if we're possessed by a demon, and every other tangent we fall down. Spoilers abound! So grab your book and welcome to Episode 3 of Terror and Tangents! Next month's book is My Lovely Wife by Samantha Downing. Send us a text…

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Butcher Baker aka Pillar of the Community (True Crime) 1:10:13

2y ago1:10:13

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This month we read Butcher, Baker: A True Account of a Serial Murderer by Leland E. Hale and Walter Gilmour. Follow along as we discuss this “Pillar of the Community,” some great Alaskan tidbits, and our views on personal protection. Spoilers are always included. Grab your headphones and snuggle up. Next month’s book is Come Closer by Sara Gran. Se…

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Sun Down Motel aka The Worst Salesman (Thriller) 57:15

2+ y ago57:15

57:15

This month we read The Sun Down Motel by Simone St James. Join us as we discuss the twists in this book, who we'd be friends with and who we wouldn't be friends with, and every other tangent we fall down. Spoilers abound! So grab your book and welcome to Episode 1 of Terror and Tangents! Next month's book is Butcher, Baker by Walter Gilmour and Lel…