Terror and Tangents Podcast
Two hilarious, sassy, and neuro-divergent best friends talk about their book club’s latest spooky, horror, or thriller reads ranging from “the husband did it!” to “it’s a cult in the apartment building”. Alex and Celisa discuss their thoughts on the books, the important take-aways to avoid getting murdered, and various, hopefully related topics. Join them as they delve into each book and attempt to navigate the never-ending tangents with dark humor and plenty of swear words in this monthly book club podcast. Trigger warnings are announced beforehand and spoilers are frequent! Reach out at https://terrorandtangents.squarespace.com/
Episodes
27 episodes
Dead of Winter Aka Count Your Teeth (Horror)
This month we read Dead of Winter by Darcy Coates. Welp it's December and we read a book. We mispronounced one of the main character's name, talk about teeth and layers, and just in general have a good time. Spoilers as usual but join us, where...
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Episode 26
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41:38
Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers Aka Glass Pineapple (Thriller)
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...
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Episode 25
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33:41
Misery AKA I'm Miserable (Horror)
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, w...
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Episode 24
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36:27
The Book of the Most Precious Substance Aka He’s Just a Man (Thriller)
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 wou...
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Episode 23
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41:39
The Deep AKA Just Add Water (Horror)
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 T...
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Episode 22
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41:12
Butcher and the Wren AKA Power of the Nose (Thriller)
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 ...
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Episode 21
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42:19
The Fervor AKA Itsy Bitsy Spider (Horror)
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. Wel...
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Episode 20
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34:41
The Only One Left AKA Silent Treatment Queen (Thriller)
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 Al...
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Episode 19
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35:40
Silver Under Nightfall AKA Vampires are Cool (Horror)
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 ho...
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Episode 18
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33:03
Rock, Paper, Scissors AKA Twists and Turns ahead (Thriller)
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 ...
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Episode 17
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32:19
The Overnight Guest Aka Why Won't You Die? (Thriller)
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 month...
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Episode 16
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30:03
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark AKA Horse Toes and Childhood Nostalgia (Horror)
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 nostalg...
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Episode 15
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40:01
What Moves the Dead Aka Hare-y Mushrooms (Horror)
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 hav...
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Episode 14
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46:24
The Stepford Wives Aka A Feminist Nightmare (Thriller)
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 mo...
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Episode 13
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46:40
Cirque Berserk Aka A Horrific Wholesome Romance (Horror)
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! Ne...
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Episode 12
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49:44
No Exit Aka Art Student Cockroach vs Psychopath (Thriller)
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 get...
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Episode 11
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37:07
A Head Full of Ghosts Aka An Early 2000’s Religious Reality Show (Horror)
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! Apolo...
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Episode 10
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46:17
The Final Girl Support Group Aka Post Slasher Coping Styles (Thriller)
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 ...
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Episode 9
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34:01
Go Down Hard Aka A Serial Killer Meet Cute (Horror)
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! Ne...
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Episode 8
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40:58
The One Aka DNA isn't everything when it comes to matchmaking (Thriller)
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 ...
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Episode 7
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42:00
Turn of the Key Aka Dumb Homes Work Just Fine (Thriller)
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. Spoile...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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43:08
Secret Santa Aka Act Your Wage (Horror)
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 y...
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Episode 5
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41:58
My Lovely Wife Aka It's Not Always the Husband (Thriller)
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 Tangen...
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Episode 4
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55:14
Come Closer Aka Let's Take A Demonic Quiz (Horror)
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 Tangen...
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Episode 3
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46:47
Butcher Baker aka Pillar of the Community (True Crime)
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. Spoi...
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Episode 2
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