Listeners of NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday may already know that host Ayesha Rascoe loves horror. But why do scream queens (and kings) like her like what's frightening? The answer may surprise you. (Image credit: Ryan Benk)
Don't be scared: Being afraid is outright fun, and maybe useful
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