Season of the Witch

Fear, Epigenetics and the Occult: A Samhain look at why we get scared - S3, Ep3.

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Dive into a spine-chilling exploration of fear with me in this week’s episode of Season of the Witch - but not too deep, open water is gross.

Journey through the evolutionary roots of fear, its epigenetic inheritance, and how our bodies react to it. Discover how media magnifies fear, the historical whirlwinds of mass hysteria, and the unique ways the witchy and LGBTQ+ communities navigate through fears.

Plus, get introduced to the enchanting world of October Occult (@octoberoccult) candles in our new witchy business spotlight segment.

Share your eerie or enlightening thoughts with me on socials at @sotwwithrowan or drop a spooky line at [email protected].

Happy Halloween, witches, and a Merry Samhain too! Now, go carve yourself a sexy pumpkin after tuning in.

Episode Outline:

I. Introduction

  • A. Greetings: Warm Halloween and Samhain wishes from host Rowan
  • B. Theme Introduction: Unveiling the episode's focus on exploring fear from multifaceted angles

    • II. Evolutionary Exploration of Fear

    • A. Survival Mechanisms: Delve into the evolutionary roots of fear
    • B. Epigenetic Inheritance: Discussion on how fear responses may be inherited
    • C. Physiological Responses: Understanding the body's reaction to fear

      • III. Media’s Magnification of Fear

      • A. Propagation of Fear: Analysis of how media amplifies fear
      • B. Mass Hysteria Historical Instances: Uncovering events like the Dancing Plague of 1518 and the Satanic Panic

        • IV. Witchy Remedies for Fear

        • A. Community Practices: Exploration of witchy community's tactics for managing fear
        • B. Personal Rituals: Sharing rituals for releasing or binding fears

          • V. Community Spotlight

          • A. Witchy Business Segment Introduction: Launching a new segment to promote witchy businesses
          • B. October Occult Spotlight: Featuring October Occult candles by Hayley May

            • VI. Intersection of LGBTQ+ Community and Horror Genre

            • A. Unique Relationship: Discussing the LGBTQ+ community’s connection with the horror genre
            • B. Historical and Representational Insights: Delving into the historical resonance and representation in horror narratives

              • VII. Fascination with Fear

              • A. Fear Enjoyment Exploration: Understanding the allure of fear and its biochemical reactions

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