# Alexis Minute l Why Do We "Knock on Wood"?

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Podcast: [Alexis Investigates l Facts First. Clarity Always.](https://stenobird.com/podcast/alexis-knight-l-facts-first-clarity-always-7016559)
Published: 2026-08-12T19:34:47+00:00
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Alexis Minute l Why Do We "Knock on Wood"? Why do we knock on wood after saying something we hope we haven't just jinxed? Where did this strange little superstition come from—and why are we still doing it? Alexis Knight investigates the possible origins of “knock on wood,” why the British say “touch wood,” and why even people who don't believe in superstition still find themselves reaching for the nearest table. A curious question. A quick investigation. Welcome to Alexis Minute. Alexis Knight l Facts first. Clarity Always. Investigating the facts behind the stories and trends shaping our world. Subscribe to the Alexis Investigates Podcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/alexis-investigates-l-facts-first-clarity-always--6292057/support . Alexis Knight l Facts first. Clarity Always. Investigating the facts behind the stories and trends shaping our world. Subscribe to the Alexis Investigates Podcast

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