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Why Do You Get Butterflies in Your Stomach?

March 18, 2026·12 min·1 clip

Josh asks why we get butterflies in our stomach when nervous, using vivid examples like speaking on stage.

Host Josh explains the physiological reasons behind the 'butterflies in your stomach' feeling when nervous, covering the fight-or-flight response, hormone release, digestive muscle changes, and the vagus nerve connection between brain and gut. The episode includes interactive quizzes and ends with birthday shoutouts to young listeners from various locations.

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