This Strange World

History of Superstitions

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In honor of Friday the 13th, Chris goes over the history of some famous superstitions while Leah and Gavin continue to knock on wood and throw salt over their shoulder. (Hint: Don’t break any mirrors or walk under any ladders.)

Sources

https://www.insider.com/history-origin-people-superstitions-2018-4

https://www.cracked.com/article_20594_5-shockingly-violent-back-stories-everyday-traditions.html
https://www.rd.com/list/bizarre-origins-of-everyday-superstitions/
https://www.cracked.com/pictofacts-2005-19-origins-everyday-traditions-explained/

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This Strange WorldBy Gavin Berger, Leah Ettinger, and Chris Ashe
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