Thanksgiving
Folklore Facts, Superstitions, and Phobias
Have you ever wondered what folklore customs cause us to overeat on Thanksgiving even as we display symbol of the horn of plenty?
Are you curious whether you suffer from "turkey phobia" or how many people agonize with this fear on Thanksgiving Day, or perhaps you're interested in the fascinating pre-American history or folklore legends; such as, why the cranberry is called "cranberry."
Call for interview with Dr. Donald Dossey, resident of Asheville, NC and a well know holiday folklore and superstition reporter. He is an unforgettable guest with countless radio, television shows to his credit including OPRAH WINFREY, GERALDO, and numerous times on CNN, and HARD COPY. His newspaper interviews include The Wall Street Journal, Associated Press, UPI. Dossey is the author of the new book, HOLIDAY FOLKLORE, PHOBIAS and FUN: Mythical Origins, Scientific Treatments and Superstitious "Cures," and a lively, humorous and entertaining guest with a down-home style who is often referred to as "the Will Rogers with a Ph.D."
Dr. Dossey's approach to Thanksgiving is fun, often hilarious, yet historical and scientifically fascinating. He has a guaranteed recipe for being thankful and happy this Thanksgiving.
Be sure to ask him about his unusual folklore superstitions to chase away the blues on Thanksgiving. They are comical and intriguing. Dr. Dossey also offers modern techniques to help victims of fear and superstition surrounding Thanksgiving.
CONTACT: HOWARD GEER, Publicity
(828) 258-1311
or drdossey@drdossey.com
THANKSGIVING
SHOW/INTERVIEW
With Dr. Donald Dossey
(AUTHOR OF HOLIDAY FOLKLORE, PHOBIAS and FUN: Mythical Origins, Scientific Treatments and Superstitious "Cures")
SUGGESTED QUESTIONS
1. What are the true ancient beginnings of the Thanksgiving festivity generally, and erroneously, thought to be solely an American holiday?
2. Why were the Pilgrims of the Mayflower called Puritans?
4. What two settlements held Thanksgiving in America before the famous 1621 Pilgrims' festivities?
5. What were the main foods eaten on the first Thanksgiving? Why wasn't it the turkey?
6. How is the word "cereal" associated with Thanksgiving?
7. What does the saying, "Speak for yourself, John!" have to do with Thanksgiving?
8. What legend tells us why most of the world's cranberries come from Cape Cod?
9. Why do we call a cranberry a cranberry?
10. What is a traditionally good way is to treat a wound from a poisoned arrow?
11. Where did the cornucopia, the horn of plenty, symbol came from?
12. What folklore customs cause us to overeat on Thanksgiving?
13. Why is corn a favorite decorative symbol, but not eaten much on Thanksgiving?
14. What was the old corn husking custom that would allow a boy to kiss the girl of his choice?
15. Why are some people more likely to get into family arguments than others?
16. How can you be thankful even if everything in your life is not going well?
17. What secrets do you have for dealing with in-laws or ex-spouses on Thanksgiving?
18. Is it true that over half a million suffer from Turkey Phobia: How can you tell if you suffer from "Turkey Phobia and what is Turkey Trauma?"
19. What is your recipe for guaranteeing that this Thanksgiving will be the happiest ever?
CONTACT: HOWARD GEER, PUBLICITY
(828) 258-1311
or drdossey@drdossey.com