Good versus bad anxiety, Getting off the beaten travel path

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In this aerial photo, a car is seen driving down a two-lane rode as leaves on trees change color Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Defiance, Mo. Jeff Roberson/AP Photo

A neuroscientist and psychologist explains why we feel anxiety, and how it can actually be good for us as humans. Then we get some suggestions — including some slightly scary ones — for finding fun places to visit that are a bit more out of the way.

Featured in this Show

  • Why some anxiety can be good for you

    Anxiety can be difficult to recognize and cope with, but we experience it for a reason, our guest says. And that can actually have positive results for us, she says.

  • Discovering the unexpected and obscure when we travel

    The best parts of travel can be off the beaten path. A travel and science writer shares the joys of unusual discoveries around the world and in our own communities, along with some spooky destinations for the Halloween season.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Rob Ferrett Producer
  • Wendy Suzuki Guest
  • Gemma Tarlach Guest

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