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BOO! The Science of Scary with Mathias Clasen & Heather Berlin

StarTalk Radio

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Introduction

Star talk is a weekly look at the intersection of science and pop culture. This week, we're talking about why people like horror movies so much. Matius clesen has been studying recreational fear for more than 20 years. He says it's an activity in which you get to experience what it feels like to be a little bit afraid while realizing there is no real danger.

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