The psychology of courage and bravery

Published: Aug. 18, 2021, 8 p.m.

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The adventurer and ultra-runner Alex Staniforth talks about his survival on Everest following the devastating Nepalese earthquake in 2015. Rachel Manning from Buckingham University considers why we do or don\\u2019t intervene in risky situations and in everyday life. And Patrick Tissington from Warwick University draws on the stories behind those awarded the Victoria or George Cross for bravery to suggest some of the best ways to manage our fear in allowing us to be more courageous. The programme is presented by Claudia Hammond and recorded at the Cheltenham Science Festival in June 2021.

Image: Rock climber clinging to a cliff\\nCredit: gregepperson/Getty Images

Presenter: Claudia Hammond\\nProducer: Adrian Washbourne

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