EPISODE · Jan 29, 2026 · 34 MIN
Chapter 3 | Frieda McFadden Cooked And Gave Us Food Poisoning!
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Chapter Three: Frieda McFadden Cooked And Gave Us Food Poisoning!In this episode of Plot Twists & Freudian Slips, hosts Mary and Jules dive deep into the chilling corridors of The Inmate by Frieda McFadden. Shifting their focus to the psychological wreckage of Brooke’s past, they analyze the complex intersection of PTSD and trauma. In this episode, we discuss:• Trauma, PTSD, EMDR• Book club books • 1 star reviews on GoodreadsTrigger Warnings***This episode discusses; Bullying, Confinement, Car accident related death, Gore, Gun violence, Infidelity, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Stalking, Death of parent, Murder & Attempted Murder, Pregnancy, Gaslighting/Manipulation, Abandonment, and Injury detail/flashbacks.Books & media mentioned• The Inmate by Freida McFadden • DSM-5 by The American Psychiatric Association• Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry• The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston• Book recommendations from Mary/Jules: Rock Paper Scissor by Alice Feeney, or anything by author Karin SlaughterTherapy DisclaimerThe "Plot Twists and Freudian Slips" podcast is for entertainment purposes only. While I am a licensed therapist, my analysis of fictional characters does not constitute a therapist-patient relationship, nor is it a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.The "diagnoses" discussed are speculative and based solely on the text of the book; they are intended to provide insight into psychological themes and narrative arcs, not to label real individuals.If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or need professional support, please reach out to a local licensed provider or contact a crisis hotline immediately. Listening to this podcast does not establish a clinical relationship between the listener and Julia Baruffi. Follow & support the show: Follow Plot Twists & Freudian Slips wherever you listen️ Rate & review if you like therapy-brained book talk Find us on TikTok @plotwistsandslipspod, Instagram @plotwistsandfreudianslipspod, and YouTube @PlotTwistsandFreudianSlipsPodSpoiler Alert***There will be major spoilers for this book, so if you have not read it yet, please do so. Or, sit back and listen while we unpack the book together! :) Xoxo - Mary and Jules
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Chapter Three: Frieda McFadden Cooked And Gave Us Food Poisoning!In this episode of Plot Twists & Freudian Slips, hosts Mary and Jules dive deep into the chilling corridors of The Inmate by Frieda McFadden. Shifting their focus to the psychological wreckage of Brooke’s past, they analyze the complex intersection of PTSD and trauma. In this episode, we discuss:• Trauma, PTSD, EMDR• Book club books • 1 star reviews on GoodreadsTrigger Warnings***This episode discusses; Bullying, Confinement, Car accident related death, Gore, Gun violence, Infidelity, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Stalking, Death of parent, Murder & Attempted Murder, Pregnancy, Gaslighting/Manipulation, Abandonment, and Injury detail/flashbacks.Books & media mentioned• The Inmate by Freida McFadden • DSM-5 by The American Psychiatric Association• Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry• The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston• Book recommendations from Mary/Jules: Rock Paper Scissor by Alice Feeney, or anything by author Karin SlaughterTherapy DisclaimerThe "Plot Twists and Freudian Slips" podcast is for entertainment purposes only. While I am a licensed therapist, my analysis of fictional characters does not constitute a therapist-patient relationship, nor is it a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.The "diagnoses" discussed are speculative and based solely on the text of the book; they are intended to provide insight into psychological themes and narrative arcs, not to label real individuals.If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or need professional support, please reach out to a local licensed provider or contact a crisis hotline immediately. Listening to this podcast does not establish a clinical relationship between the listener and Julia Baruffi. Follow & support the show: Follow Plot Twists & Freudian Slips wherever you listen️ Rate & review if you like therapy-brained book talk Find us on TikTok @plotwistsandslipspod, Instagram @plotwistsandfreudianslipspod, and YouTube @PlotTwistsandFreudianSlipsPodSpoiler Alert***There will be major spoilers for this book, so if you have not read it yet, please do so. Or, sit back and listen while we unpack the book together! :) Xoxo - Mary and Jules
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