Ep Desc:

Fantasy is more than just an escape—it’s a powerful lens that shapes how we see and interact with the world. In this episode, Eddie Reece and Bill Courtright dive deep into how fantasy influences everything from our behavior to our beliefs. They explore how childhood fantasies, like believing in Santa Claus, evolve into complex adult beliefs about life, love, and society. They also discuss how the stories we tell children and the cultural narratives we buy into subtly shape our decisions and perceptions of success, relationships, and identity. Tune in for a fascinating exploration of how fantasies about critical thinking, shame, and belonging impact who we are and how we navigate the pressures of the world around us.