Catherine of Sienna: the Gothic Lives of Saints

Joanna Southcott and the Panacea Society

In this episode, we dive in the prophetical world of the apocalypse and millenarianism as Lauren tells Mary all about the bizarre world of Joanna Southcott and her followers. Was Joanna really a prophet of the Lord? What is the Panacea society? What exactly is millenarianism? And, what's in Joanna's mysterious box? Find out all this and more in this episode.

Review: The Psychic

In this review episode, Mary tells Lauren all about her recent theatre trip to see The Psychic, the new ghostly offering from Andy Nyman and Jeremy Dyson. Join us as we delve into the previous spooky works by the masters of macabre - including their previous horror play Ghost Stories - and explore the world of psychics, mediums and showmen featured in their latest collaboration.And don't worry - no spoilers!Have you seen The Psychic or are you looking forward to catching it onstage soon? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

The Glass Delusion

Do you ever feel like you're made of glass? In this episode, Lauren uncovers the glass delusion and explores instances across history where people believe they are entirely made of glass (or in some instances that just one very specific body part is made of glass) and that they might therefore shatter into tiny pieces. Join us as we uncover the story of King Charles VI, who was very famously afflicted with the glass delusion in twenties, as well other notable historical instances. And if you want some extra reading, make sure you check out Miguel de Cervantes's short story "The Licentiate Vidriera" or "The Lawyer of Glass".Cervantes short story: https://www.online-literature.com/cervantes/4644/#google_vignette Le Bal des Ardents: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bal_des_Ardents#/media/File:Le_Bal_des_Ardents.jpg

Review: Holy Boy (2026)

In this review episode we dive into Lee Heejoo’s latest novel Holy Boy.Published in the UK in March 2026, this is the first of Lee’s works that was translated into English and it delivers bucket loads of suspense, Gothic thrills and unhinged acts of worship and devotion. Whether you’re a K-pop fan, or if you’re just here for the cult stuff, you won’t want to miss this book and its thrilling examination of the darker side of fan culture.CW: discussion of stalking and physical and sexual violenceQ&A with Lee Heejoo and translator Joheun Lee: https://www.foyles.co.uk/further-read... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWtpMUZZZXJjQmlfbWZvbDNaWVNWOTdER1paUXxBQ3Jtc0trQ2NlNHJnOUlINkp3ZUZqMWlTeVNTSXRaSmtLX3BxQ1RfTS1ma2o1N1RHOUNubURuV3RLbFpJQU5MY204QlpxcXI2VlM5Y2tETjRLb1dLbGo4dG9ZaWlJeVI0RndmRGM4SXBxdXJSX3J6cVZTWjllNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.foyles.co.uk%2Ffurther-reading%2Fq-a-with-lee-heejoo-and-translator-joheun-lee%3Fsrsltid%3DAfmBOopPct0OvniiH_NlTV1Z-a-7r2CBH06YUVpcEa6JYXSHIs7WzHB3&v=XNrjsfGVeJI]

Catherine of Sienna: the Gothic Lives of Saints

Ín the second instalment of our Gothic Lives of Saints mini-series, we uncover the mystical life of Saint Catherine of Siena.From Catherine’s visions to conversations with her divine spouse (God) and her many frequent battles with the ultimate adversary (Satan), join us as we delve into the difficult and sometimes gross stories that lead to Catherine’s sainthood. And of course, we’ll also be discussing what makes her story Gothic, so stay tuned for discussions of hell, terror, the sublime and the abject. ** CW: disordered eating, self-harm, disease and death **This episode is not for the faint of heart! Watch with caution (especially if you are eating).