What's the deal with knocking on wood? It's an action one takes to ensure good luck. Which doesn't exist. Yet we do it. Humans are funny that way.
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In this Short Stuff episode, Josh and Chuck dive into the fascinating origins of the phrase "knock on wood" and discover it might not be as ancient as you'd think. They explore competing theories about whether this superstition traces back to Celtic tree spirits or a much more recent British children's game, then branch out to examine quirky good luck rituals from around the world. From Denmark's tradition of throwing broken dishes at friends' houses to Thailand's penis amulets, you'll learn about the wonderfully weird ways different cultures try to ward off bad luck and secure good fortune.
Movies Discussed
True Romance
"I think we got that from a movie, like True Romance or something?"
— Chuck
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