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Episode 50 - Why True Crime Captivates Us... and How It Affects Us with Bethany Hanman
***DISCLAIMER: This episode focuses on True Crime, we mention real murders, trials and other subjects that may be sensitive to some listeners.***
Why are we so obsessed with true crime? From podcasts and documentaries to TikTok deep dives, true crime content has exploded in popularity—but what is it about these stories that pulls us in? In this episode, I sit down with Bethany to break down the psychology behind our true crime fascination, how the genre can impact our mental health, and why so many of us—especially women—feel drawn to stories about danger and survival.
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