Infectious Hysteria
People's reactions to the radio broadcast were more influenced by rumors and hearsay than the actual content. The spread of panic was fueled by how stories were shared among communities, making it one of the first viral media events in history.In this clip
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How did the panic spread during the crisis in the episode Invisible Forces that Influence Your Life & How The News of the Day Affects You and the clip Radio Panic Myth?
How did the panic spread in the episode Invisible Forces that Influence Your Life & How The News of the Day Affects You and the clip Radio Panic Myth?