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<p>The first installment of the deeper examination of Charles Sumner's life begins with his early years, including his close relationships with Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Samuel Gridley Howe.</p> <p><strong>Research:</strong></p> <ul> <li>"Sumner, Charles (1811-1874)." Encycl ... Show More

<p>This 2019 episode covers Thomas Cook, a pioneer of the idea of a travel agency to manage tourist holidays. But Cook was initially motivated by his support of the temperance movement and his deeply held religious beliefs.&nbsp;</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener ... Show More

<p>Tracy and Holly talk about the proclivity for destruction that was part of the balloon craze. They also discuss cat trees and how hard it is to find one that's cute.&nbsp;</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.< ... Show More

<p>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.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="http ... Show More

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

<p>How long have people been hoping for Santa to hurry down their chimneys for?</p><br><p>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.</p><br><p>Listen as Kate takes us through Santa’s m ... Show More

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

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 thi ... Show More

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

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

<p>Jana and Mike have a special guest all the way from the North Pole… THE Santa Claus!</p><p><br></p><p>Jolly St. Nick is answering all your questions about this magical time of year live and unfiltered on the Stereo App!</p><p><br></p><p>Find out how he hits every house in one ... Show More

<p>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.</p><p> < ... Show More

<p>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 t ... Show More