The term 'Talking Board' is often used to refer to a Ouija board, which is a flat board marked with the letters of the alphabet, numbers 0-9, and the words 'YES', 'NO', and 'GOODBYE'. It is used as a tool for communicating with spirits. The board is usually used in a group setting, with participants placing their hands on a planchette, a small heart-shaped piece of wood or plastic, which is then moved around the board to spell out messages.