Chapter
The Surprising History of Advent Calendars
37:14 - 43:33 (06:19)
Learn about the origins of Advent calendars, including their evolution from religious traditions to their modern-day form, as well as their use by the Nazi party during World War II.
Clips
Gerhard Lang introduced the first Advent calendar in Munich in 1908, which was just a flat piece of paper.
37:14 - 40:14 (02:59)
Summary
Gerhard Lang introduced the first Advent calendar in Munich in 1908, which was just a flat piece of paper. However, the Advent calendars that we recognize today bear little resemblance to that original design.
ChapterThe Surprising History of Advent Calendars
EpisodeSYSK’s 2021 Glad Tidings Bonanza Holiday Special
PodcastStuff You Should Know
This podcast episode talks about how Advent calendars can expose kids to branding and the different types of calendars available including ones with beer or wine.
40:14 - 41:53 (01:38)
Summary
This podcast episode talks about how Advent calendars can expose kids to branding and the different types of calendars available including ones with beer or wine. There is also a mention of an expensive and exclusive Advent calendar.
ChapterThe Surprising History of Advent Calendars
EpisodeSYSK’s 2021 Glad Tidings Bonanza Holiday Special
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Chuck and Jerry discuss Festivus, the holiday created on Seinfeld as an alternative to Christmas, and share some of its origins and traditions.
41:53 - 43:33 (01:40)
Summary
Chuck and Jerry discuss Festivus, the holiday created on Seinfeld as an alternative to Christmas, and share some of its origins and traditions.