A special “tickle attack” Mailbag edition of Tumble! We’re tackling your questions about whether animals can be tickled, and why we laugh when we’re tickled. David Leavens, a professor of psychology, helps us break down the not-so-silly science of tickling. Plus, a brand NEW SONG from Marshall based on a listener request!
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- FrequencyUpdated Biweekly
- PublishedApril 17, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. UTC
- Length21 min
- RatingClean