St Nicholas was a Greek bishop, known for his generosity. But he didn’t have a beard, and he didn’t drive a sleigh - so how did he morph into the Santa Claus the world knows and loves? The supposed date of his death - 3rd December, 343 - may have a lot to do with it…
Then there’s the miracles. In the most famous story associated with St Nick, he anonymously ... Show More
Jul 28
When Zombies Came To Hollywood
Independent horror film ‘White Zombie’, starring Bela Lugosi, premiered in New York City’s Rivoli Theatre on July 28th, 1932. It marked the first time that zombies had featured in a Hollywood picture - albeit as the result of an evil voodoo master in Haiti rather than a condition ... Show More
12m 26s
Jul 27
Meet Bugs Bunny 🥕
Warner Brothers’ biggest animated star, Bugs Bunny, made his cartoon debut on July 27th, 1940, in A Wild Hare - though, at the time, he didn’t officially have a name… Though previous versions of the ‘wabbit had appeared in earlier Looney Tunes shorts, this incarnation - directed ... Show More
12m 50s
Dec 2024
Episode 91 - St. Nicholas (ENG 🇬🇧)
<p>This week, join Fr. Barouyr for a discussion about St. Nicholas. As we prepare for the holiday season, Fr. Barouyr explores St. Nicholas’s generosity, and how we should bring his example to our lives this holiday season. Christ’s unconditional love and generosity demand that w ... Show More
8m 17s
