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

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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?

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