The science behind superstitions

'Tis the season of spookiness and superstitions. Black cats are on the prowl and no one wants to visit the house with 13 on the door. Is there any science behind our fears about breaking mirrors, walking under ladders or unlucky number 13? Scientist,...

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12.05 28 Oct 2022

The science behind superstitio...

The science behind superstitions

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12.05 28 Oct 2022

'Tis the season of spookiness and superstitions. Black cats are on the prowl and no one wants to visit the house with 13 on the door. Is there any science behind our fears about breaking mirrors, walking under ladders or unlucky number 13?

Scientist, Phil Smyth from Simply Science joined Andrea alongside some listeners to discuss...

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