Fear of Public Speaking And Stage Fright

By Joseph Cooper,

Published December 1, 2015 at 1:00 PM EST

12/01/15 - Tuesday’s Topical Currents looks at what many people seriously fear: public speaking and stage fright.

It’s thought to be caused by fear of exposure and a subsequent release of adrenaline. The “fight or flight” instinct is roused. Public speaking is the number one ranking phobia, and stage fright has ruined the careers of talented actors and musicians. We’ll have experts on hand, and take listener calls . . . Tuesday at 1pm.

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