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Dec. 3, 2025

Deck the Halls with Murder at the Christmas Emporium with Andreina Co…

Murder at the Christmas Emporium is no ordinary holiday tale; it’s a locked-room mystery wrapped in festive cheer and dark secrets. Join me, Dave Temple, as I chat with the incredibly talented Andreina Cordani about her lates...

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Nov. 28, 2025

Non-Fiction Friday: David's Journey with Prostate Cancer

On today's 246th episode of The Thriller Zone, we're playing outside the standard sandbox, as David Temple's wife Tammy hosts The Thriller Zone. Not only that, we're introducing a feature we've talked about for some time call...

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Nov. 26, 2025

Lights, Camera, Action! John D'Angelo on Filmmaking in the AI Era

Thanks for joining us for Episode #245 of The Thriller Zone with host Dave Temple. We've got a super exciting episode lined up for you today, diving into the world of filmmaking with the talented John d' Angelo. John’s here t...

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Nov. 12, 2025

Unleashing the Wild: A Thrilling Chat with Joel Dicker

Hello and welcome to The Thriller Zone with Dave Temple. On today's 244th episode you're in for a real treat, as we dive into the wild side as we chat with Joel Dicker, the brilliant mind behind the pulse-pounding thriller, *...

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Nov. 5, 2025

Beneath the Bombs: Unpacking NYPD Red 8 with Marshall Karp!

Welcome to The Thriller Zone with host Dave Temple, where today we’re diving deep into the thrilling world of crime fiction as we chat with the amazing Marshall Karp, the mastermind behind the latest page-turner, *NYPD Red 8:...

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Oct. 29, 2025

Robbie Bach: The Man Who Built Xbox and Now Thrills Us with Blockchain

Get ready to dive into the exhilarating world of thrillers as Thriller Zone host Dave Temple chats with the brilliant Robbie Bach, the mastermind behind not just Xbox, but also a gripping new novel titled *The Blockchain Synd...

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Oct. 22, 2025

From Screenplays to Novels: A Creative Journey with Christina and Ant…

Welcome to the 241st episode of The Thriller Zone with podcast host David Temple, he dives into the thrilling world of storytelling with Christina and Anthony Adams, the dynamic duo behind the captivating book "Chasing Shadow...

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Sept. 17, 2025

Dave's Summer Adventures and Lisa Gardner's Latest Thriller!

On today's 240th episode of The Thriller Zone, your favorite host, Dave Temple, is diving into a conversation with the fabulous Lisa Gardner, who’s been busy crafting her latest thriller, "Kiss Her Goodbye." Right off the bat...

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Sept. 3, 2025

Double the Thrills: Goldberg Brothers Take Over the Thriller Zone!

On today's 239th episode of The Thriller Zone, host Dave Temple dives into the thrilling world of writing with two of the brightest stars in the thriller genre, Lee & Tod Goldberg. We kick things off with a hearty laugh as th...

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Aug. 20, 2025

Meet the Masters: Borgos and Byrne in the Thriller Zone

On today's 238th episode of The Thriller Zone with host Dave Temple, we're diving into the world of thrilling literature with two amazing authors: James Byrne and Bruce Borgos. We’re all about the casual vibes this episode, b...

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Aug. 6, 2025

Summer Vibes & Thriller Talk: A Chat with Kyle Mills

Get ready to dive into the thrilling world of Kyle Mills and his latest book, FADE IN ! This 237TH episode of The Thriller Zone with Dave Temple is packed with all sorts of fun and insightful chatter as we explore the fascina...

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July 23, 2025

Dive Into The List: A Killer Conversation with Steve Berry

Hello and welcome to the 236th episode of The Thriller Zone with Dave Temple, Your #1 Thriller FIction Film & TV Podcast in the world! Today we dive into the thrilling world of Steve Berry, the mastermind behind the gripping ...

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July 16, 2025

From Patrols to Prose: How Adam Plantinga Blends Cop Life with Thrill…

Welcome to the 235th episode of The Thriller Zone with Dave Temple. Get ready to dive into the thrilling world of Adam Plantinga, whose latest book, *Hard Town*, promises to keep you on the edge of your seat! Right off the ba...

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July 2, 2025

Fog and Fury: A Deep Dive with Rachel Howzell Hall

On today's 234th episode of The Thriller Zone, host Dave Temple sits down with Rachel Howzell Hall for a return performance to discuss her latest thriller FOG AND FURY. As always, Rachel is a superb guest, and she provides in...

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June 26, 2025

Thrills, Skills, and Publishing Deals: A Chat with Robert Gottlieb

Today, host Dave Temple is diving into the nitty-gritty of the publishing world with the legendary Robert Gottlieb, the chairman of Trident Media Group. Robert has the inside scoop on how books go from mere words on a page to...

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June 19, 2025

Four Years of Thrills: Megan Abbott Spills the Secrets!

Welcome to not only the 232nd episode of The Thriller Zone, but we are also celebrating our 4-YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!!! Can you believe it? Four years of thrilling stories, incredible guests, and a whole lot of banter. Who better ...

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June 12, 2025

Why You Shouldn't Miss Thomas Trang's Debut: Dark Neon Dirt

Get ready to dive into the wild world of “Dark Neon Dirt,” because today's 231st episode with Dave Temple, the host of The Thriller Zone, we’re hanging out with debut author Thomas Trang. Let me tell you, this cat knows how t...

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June 5, 2025

Emily Bestler on Unmasking the Secrets of Bestsellers

On today's 230th episode of The Thriller Zone with Dave Temple, get ready to dive into the thrilling world of book publishing with the fabulous Emily Bestler, a true rock star in the industry! We’re talking about her journey ...

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May 29, 2025

Lights, Camera, Read! Josh Mendoza Talks Books and Films

On today's 229th episode of The Thriller Zone, host Dave Temple dives into the thrilling world of indie authorship with the debut of Josh Mendoza and his book, *Shadow of the Eternal Watcher*. Right off the bat, this title ha...

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May 22, 2025

Double the Thrills: A Memorial Day Special!

The 228th episode of The Thriller Zone is a laid-back, celebratory throwback as host Dave Temple takes a breather for Memorial Day weekend. He’s treating us to a thrilling two-for-one special with interviews from two heavywei...

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May 15, 2025

Jack Stewart Unplugged: Co-Authoring and Crafting Thrillers

Get ready to dive into Episode #227 when host Dave Temple leads The Thriller Zone with an electrifying conversation in the world of Silent Horizons with his pal Jack Stewart! We’re kicking off this chat by unpacking the thril...

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May 8, 2025

Wes Browne's Success Recipe: Noir Crime, Craft Beer and Compelling Ch…

Welcome to our 226th episode of The Thriller Zone, as host Dave Temple welcomes Wes Browne, the mastermind behind the gripping novel 'They All Fall the Same,' for an enjoyable conversation. We chat about everything from the g...

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May 2, 2025

Air Marshal Turned Thriller Author Gary Quesenberry

Today's Bonus Episode of The Thriller Zone with Dave Temple dives into a thrilling discussion with new author Gary Quesenberry, who's just dropped his debut book, *Homecoming*. We kick things off by exploring the gripping wor...

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May 1, 2025

David Baldacci's Leap from Legal Thrillers to Historical Fiction

Hello and welcome to Episode #224 with host Dave Temple. It's your #1 Thriller Fiction, Film & TV Podcast where Dave interviews the giants of thriller fiction. And today, we’re happy to have #1 New York Times bestselling auth...

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