Who Is Slinker and Stinker?

Gollum's 'Slinker' persona was associated with his original life as the hobbit-like creature Sméagol, long ago on the banks of the Gladden River before the Ring began to twist his mind. Slinker fought a failing fight for control of Gollum against his darker, more dangerous side, 'Stinker'.

What did Sam call Gollum?

As Gollum's darker side took him over completely, so Sam started to use the name 'Stinker' as just another name for the scheming creature.

Who is bad Gollum or Smeagol?

“Smeagol is a joyful, sweet character. Smeagol does not lie, deceive or attempt to manipulate others. He is not evil, conniving or malicious - these personality traits belong to Gollum, who should never be confused with Smeagol.