Chapter
Origins of Holiday Traditions
33:42 - 37:20 (03:37)
Discussing the origins of holiday traditions, this episode touches on the history of Christmas trees and the origins of dressing up for Halloween. The hosts also touch upon the possibility of finding websites resembling GeoCities with themed animation and design.
Clips
The tradition of Christmas trees dates back to ancient times when people would decorate their homes with branches and wreaths during the winter months.
33:42 - 35:40 (01:57)
Summary
The tradition of Christmas trees dates back to ancient times when people would decorate their homes with branches and wreaths during the winter months. While bringing a live tree inside may seem like a modern consumerist trend, it is actually a way to honor the memories associated with specific ornaments and to bring warmth to the home during the cold winter months.
ChapterOrigins of Holiday Traditions
EpisodePart One: Keep the Yuletide Gay: Saturnalia & the Puritan War on Christmas
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The ancient Romans celebrated a Halloween-like holiday that included dressing up as animals and ghosts, and perpetuating incorrect information as fact.
35:40 - 37:20 (01:39)
Summary
The ancient Romans celebrated a Halloween-like holiday that included dressing up as animals and ghosts, and perpetuating incorrect information as fact.