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Episode 52: Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board with Dr. Elizabeth (Libby) Tucker

Episode 52: Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board with Dr. Elizabeth (Libby) Tucker

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Episode 52: Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board with Dr. Elizabeth (Libby) Tucker

FromUnspookable

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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Oct 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Join us as we delve into the enigmatic sleepover ritual "Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board" with the brilliant Dr. Elizabeth (Libby) Tucker, Distinguished Service Professor of English, Binghamton University. We'll uncover the ritual's intriguing history, learn its eerie chant, and discuss why rituals like this stand the test of time. That and more on this episode of Unspookable.

Host: Elise Parisian with Ellenor Riley-Condit and Nate DuFort
Created, Produced, Edited by: Nate DuFort
Music Direction and Composition: Jesse Case
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Interested in learning more about Dr. Tucker's work and the “Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board” ritual?
The Secret History of “Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board” Emily Temple on Samuel Pepys and Parlor Games for Plague Times

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Released:
Oct 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Unspookable is a family friendly look at the histories and mysteries behind your favorite scary stories, myths and urban legends. Each week host Elise Parisian digs into the history, brain science, and power dynamics behind such topics as Bloody Mary, Charlie Charlie, and Ouija Boards to find the stories behind the scares. (Recommended for ages 8+) Unspookable has been called one of the "Best podcasts for kids of all ages" by Time Out New York, one of the “7 Podcasts Big Kids Will Love” by The New York Times, one of the "10 Best Podcasts for Children" by the Irish Examiner, appeared multiple times across Canada on CBC Radio's Podcast Playlist, on NPR station WHYY's Kid's Listening Hour, has been featured by Podcast Magazine, The AV Club, Fast Company, and more.