Radio host Erin Molan collapses on air with fear during spider segment
nypost.comthe viral clip, presenter Erin Molan, 40, can be seen breathing very fast and letting out several nervous moans as the moment of the spider’s release approaches.“We’re about to have spiders put on us,” said Molan shakily.
The handler — who was present at the show — also allegedly told Molan and a listener who was present and taking part in the segment on spider fear to “stay calm” and “breathe.” While the listener managed to hold the spider briefly, Molan let out a horrified scream. “We can stop if you want to stop,” the handler told Molan. “The most important thing is that you feel safe and that you feel comfortable.”Molan’s co-host, Hughesy, also echoed the handler’s sentiment.
But Molan was determined to complete the task and face her fear. The radio star actually managed to get the spider on her before she fainted. “We need to go to a break, go to a break, absolutely.
We need to go to a break,” said a frantic Hughesy, before a producer can be heard telling “everyone to get out of the studio.”Molan can later be see apologizing profusely and hugging the viewer who she helped to overcome her fears.The Post reached out to the show for comment.A post shared by Hughesy, Ed & Erin (@hughesyedanderin)The radio show posted a follow-up photo featuring the group calling both women brave for confronting their fears.
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