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The History of Fun
The History of Fun explores the hidden backstories behind the things you enjoy. This season, we’re diving into the amazing origins of your favorite holiday traditions. Join Polygon’s Russ Frushtick, Allegra Frank, and Chris Plante each week
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Season 2
The War on Christmas: A Brief History (Season Finale)
There is a war. It's been going on for hundreds of years. And there's only one victim: CHRISTMAS. Chris Plante dives deep into The War on Christmas. Where it started, why it started, and out frickin' ridiculous it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The War on Christmas: A Brief History (Season Finale)
There is a war. It's been going on for hundreds of years. And there's only one victim: CHRISTMAS. Chris Plante dives deep into The War on Christmas. Where it started, why it started, and out frickin' ridiculous it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
55:41
EP10 - S2
24 Dec 18
Dreidel and Hannukah: A Brief History
Join us for another episode of The History of Fun! This week we're looking into the fascinating origins of the dreidel of Hannukah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dreidel and Hannukah: A Brief History
Join us for another episode of The History of Fun! This week we're looking into the fascinating origins of the dreidel of Hannukah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
53:49
EP09 - S2
17 Dec 18
The Yule Lads & Yule Cat of Iceland: A Brief History
A brief history of The Yule Lads and The Yule Cat of Iceland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Yule Lads & Yule Cat of Iceland: A Brief History
A brief history of The Yule Lads and The Yule Cat of Iceland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
40:54
EP08 - S2
10 Dec 18
Black Friday: A Brief History
A brief history of Black Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Black Friday: A Brief History
A brief history of Black Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
47:25
EP07 - S2
3 Dec 18
Krampus, the Anti-Santa: A Brief History
A brief history of Krampus, the anti-Santa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Krampus, the Anti-Santa: A Brief History
A brief history of Krampus, the anti-Santa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
40:23
EP06 - S2
26 Nov 18
Presidential Turkey Pardon: A Brief History
A brief history of the Presidential Turkey Pardon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Presidential Turkey Pardon: A Brief History
A brief history of the Presidential Turkey Pardon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
32:46
EP05 - S2
19 Nov 18
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: A Brief History
A brief history of The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: A Brief History
A brief history of The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
54:55
EP04 - S2
12 Nov 18
Trick or Treating: A Brief History
Chris Plante dives deep into the fascinating origins of Trick or Treating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trick or Treating: A Brief History
Chris Plante dives deep into the fascinating origins of Trick or Treating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
47:25
EP03 - S2
5 Nov 18
Mischief Night before Halloween: A Brief History
A brief history of Mischief Night, the night before Halloween Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mischief Night before Halloween: A Brief History
A brief history of Mischief Night, the night before Halloween Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
31:45
EP02 - S2
29 Oct 18
Coming soon: Holiday Traditions
We're excited to announce that we're doing an extra special second season of The History of Fun, all about the origins of our favorite holiday traditions. Trick or treating! Krampus! The Icelandic Yule Cat! Season 2 of The History of Fun will kick off on Monday, October 29. See you then! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Coming soon: Holiday Traditions
We're excited to announce that we're doing an extra special second season of The History of Fun, all about the origins of our favorite holiday traditions. Trick or treating! Krampus! The Icelandic Yule Cat! Season 2 of The History of Fun will kick off on Monday, October 29. See you then! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
01:06
EP01 - S2
25 Sep 18
Season 1
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