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

Published: Oct. 17, 2023, 5 a.m.

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.\n\nHost: Elise Parisian with Ellenor Riley-Condit and Nate DuFort\nCreated, Produced, Edited by: Nate DuFort\nMusic Direction and Composition: Jesse Case\nLogo by: Natalie Khuen\nYou can find Unspookable on Twitter and Instagram at:\nhttps://twitter.com/ImUnspookable\nhttps://www.instagram.com/unspookablepodcast/\n\nInterested in learning more about Dr. Tucker's work and the \u201cLight as a Feather, Stiff as a Board\u201d ritual?\nThe Secret History of \u201cLight as a Feather, Stiff as a Board\u201d Emily Temple on Samuel Pepys and Parlor Games for Plague Times\n\nDo you want a free and easy way to support Unspookable? You can support the podcast by taking our short questionnaire at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/unspookable\n\nThis week's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh: \nWant to try it yourself?, Go to www.hellofresh.com/50unspookable and use code 50unspookable for 50% off plus free shipping! That\u2019s www.hellofresh.com/50unspookable and use code 50unspookable for 50% off AND free shipping on your first order of HelloFresh: America\u2019s #1 Meal Kit.\n\nUnspookable is a production of Soundsington Media, committed to making quality programming for young audiences and the young at heart. To find out more go to http://www.soundsingtonmedia.com\xa0\n\nAdvertise on Unspookable: advertising@airwavemedia.com