THE FEAR THAT LURKS is a podcast that explores all of the places that fear hides – often in plain sight. We explore what is at the root of the stories we tell, the myths we share and the monsters we create.
Episode 04 – The Spirit that Devours Us All // available only to Patrons
The Spirit that Devours Us All – in this episode we explore the Algonquin myth of the Windego – a cannibalistic monster that devours everything in sight.
Episode 03 – If the Shoe Fits // available only to Patrons
If the Shoe Fits – in this episode we begin to explore folklore vs fairy tales by looking at one of our most popular stories : Cinderella. We will attempt to trace her origin, while also asking the question : what happens when we stop creating and sharing our own lore.
Episode 02 – Now You Know the Fear of God // available only to Patrons
Now You Know the Fear of God – in this episode, we look at the relationship between fear and obedience; can one exist without the other? We also ask the question, is being obedient something we naturally default to, or is it something we train ourselves to be?
Episode 01 – Your Brain on Fear
Your Brain of Fear – in this episode, we explore where fear hides in our brain – the physiology of terror.
Episode 00 – You, Me and Fear Makes Three
You, Me and Fear Makes Three – an introduction to the podcast and our host, Alta Cain.