logo
episode-header-image
Dec 2019
32m 55s

Holiday Bonus! NORAD Tracking Santa: A C...

iHeartPodcasts
About this episode

Just a little Christmas Eve cheer for our listeners as everyone keeps an eye out for Santa! It's our 2017 episode about how NORAD started tracking Santa. There’s some myth-busting here, and maybe the tiniest bit of bah-humbug.

Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Up next
Aug 23
SYMHC Classics: Eunice Newton Foote
This 2021 episode covers Eunice Newton Foote, who became the first person to make a connection between the Earth’s temperature and the concentration of carbon dioxide gas in the atmosphere in 1856. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 
39m 8s
Aug 22
Behind the Scenes Minis: Estevan and Fury
Tracy discusses the concept of race as it has and hasn't existed in European history. Both Tracy and Holly share their frustration and fury about the Buck v. Bell story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 
22m 50s
Aug 20
Buck v. Bell
Buck v. Bell is the 1927 SCOTUS decision that upheld the constitutionality of laws allowing involuntary sterilization of people deemed to be “unfit.” Most of these laws have been repealed, but Buck v. Bell has never been directly overturned. Research: "Buck v. Bell." Gale Encyclo ... Show More
43m 55s
Recommended Episodes
Dec 2015
The Stuff You Should Know 2015 Jolly Christmas Extravaganza
It's the most wonderful time of year again! Join Chuck and Josh as they explore Christmas traditions around the world, tidbits about Elf, holiday foods and lots more joyous stuff in this glad tidings-packed episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnet ... Show More
44m 50s
Dec 2022
The Dark & Strange History Of Santa Claus
A few weeks ago we were working in the studio, getting in the Christmas spirit, and one of us brought up the fact that it’s weird we have this tradition about a big jolly fat guy who sneaks into our homes and wants kids to sit on his lap. We started wondering where the story of S ... Show More
14m 37s
Dec 2022
Santaphilia: Sexual Attraction to Santa
How long have people been hoping for Santa to hurry down their chimneys for? Whether it’s because he’s a bear, a dom or the ultimate daddy - in this episode we’re discussing attraction to Santa and Father Christmas. Listen as Kate takes us through Santa’s more sordid history. The ... Show More
22m 39s
Dec 2023
The Real Santa Claus
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 ... Show More
12m 23s
Dec 2021
The History of Santa Claus
Subscribe to the podcast! https://podfollow.com/everythingeverywhere/He sees you when you are waking, he knows when you are asleep, and he puts your name on a list. No, I’m not talking about an omnipresent surveillance state, I’m of course talking about Santa Claus.If you think o ... Show More
12m 13s
Dec 2019
Mrs Claus - A Biography
Surprise! Our Traditional Bonus episode about the origins of Mrs. Claus, here for your listening pleasure on Christmas morning. Preview it before you share with the North Pole true believers in your life - and have a great holiday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc ... Show More
12m 21s
Jan 2022
Bootleg Santa
If he forgot to show up at your house this past December, we found him upside down in Merryland. I'm Dreaming of a White Crime (in my Christmas caroler voice). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.ste ... Show More
4m 56s
Dec 2020
Live on the Stereo App with Santa Claus!
Jana and Mike have a special guest all the way from the North Pole… THE Santa Claus! Jolly St. Nick is answering all your questions about this magical time of year live and unfiltered on the Stereo App! Find out how he hits every house in one night and discover what HE gets Mrs. ... Show More
45m 32s
Oct 2021
Listener Mail: Ghost Stories, Santa Claus and the New Chronology
What if part of known history never actually happened? What can Santa teach us about the power of language in folklore? Multiple Conspiracy Realists write in with their own otherworldly, sometimes disturbing experiences. All this and more in this week's Listener Mail. Learn more ... Show More
47m 38s
Dec 2018
CLASSIC: The Mysterious Origins of Christmas
Chances are that you've heard of the alleged war on Christmas, which some believe is an effort to distance the celebration from its origins. But what are those origins, exactly -- and where do modern Christmas traditions come from? Tune in to learn more. Join Ben and Matt as they ... Show More
21m 21s