The Origin Of Superstition
Why do people avoid walking under a ladder? Step around a black cat? Throw spilt salt over their shoulder? If you’ve ever wondered about any of these, The Origin of Superstition show has the answer for you! Also known as “Superstition on the Air”, The Origin of Superstition was a 1935 series of short stories that showcased many popular superstitions of modern life, explaining when, where, how and why they originated. In episodes such as “Rabbit’s Foot” and “Breaking a Mirror”, you may hear superstitions that you yourself observe, and come to understand their origins. Included in the series are superstitions less well known today, such as “Sing Before Breakfast” and “Don’t Stand Behind a Chair”.
So grab your rabbit’s foot and tune in for fascinating tales of superstition with these 39 episodes!
