Episode 315: Fear - In Theory and In Story
A bump in the night, a closed door slightly ajar, heights, bugs, death, public speaking . We’re all afraid of something, but what exactly is going on inside us when we’re faced with fear? Some chase the thrill while others run and hide. Does fear serve a purpose, and can we conjure it in YOU on demand? This week’s episode is Fear: In Theory and In Story.
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