IMSS Book Talk: Coltan Scrivner - Morbidly Curious | International Museum of Surgical Science

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Tuesday, November 04, 2025

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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11/04/2025 06:00 PM 11/04/2025 08:00 PM America/Atikokan IMSS Book Talk: Coltan Scrivner - Morbidly Curious Morbidly Curious Book Talk with Coltan Scrivner, Ph.D. November 4th, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm, Q&A to follow Free, RSVP Requested Doors at 5:00pm Join us for a chilling evening with Coltan Scrivner, Ph.D., as he dives into the psychology of the macabre in his new book, Morbidly Curious. Why do we peek at car wrecks, binge true crime, or flock to horror movies? Scrivner takes us inside the science of morbid curiosity, revealing why humans are compelled to explore their darkest fears—and how this instinct helps us prepare for real-world threats. Blending cutting-edge research and eerie fieldwork at haunted houses worldwide, Morbidly Curious makes a powerful case for the value of playing with... Details & Tickets: https://www.upcomingevents.com/chicago/events/international-museum-of-surgical-science/imss-book-talk-coltan-scrivner-morbidly-curious-542130?ref=uceaddevent International Museum of Surgical Science, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, 60610

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Morbidly Curious Book Talk with Coltan Scrivner, Ph.D. November 4th, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm, Q&A to follow Free, RSVP Requested Doors at 5:00pm Join us for a chilling evening with Coltan Scrivner, Ph.D., as he dives into the psychology of the macabre in his new book, Morbidly Curious. Why do we peek at car wrecks, binge true crime, or flock to horror movies? Scrivner takes us inside the science of morbid curiosity, revealing why humans are compelled to explore their darkest fears—and how this instinct helps us prepare for real-world threats. Blending cutting-edge research and eerie fieldwork at haunted houses worldwide, Morbidly Curious makes a powerful case for the value of playing with fear. Whether you’re a horror fan or simply curious about human nature, this talk will open your eyes to the hidden benefits of exploring the dark side. Books will be available for signing and purchase.

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