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CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 2024 SANTA CLAUS IS COMING
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Get ready for a holly-jolly dive into Christmas history! In this special episode, I unwrap how the Victorians shaped the modern holiday, turning it into a celebration of family, charity, and festive cheer. From Prince Albert’s Christmas trees to the rise of Santa Claus, discover the origins of the traditions we know and love today. Plus, enjoy a classic Victorian ghost story to complete the holiday magic!
Episode Highlights:
How the industrial revolution made Christmas possible.
The Victorian invention of “ancient traditions” (like Christmas cards).
The birth of Santa Claus and his merger with Father Christmas.
Victorian holiday pastimes: poems, ghost stories, and more.
A chilling Victorian ghost story to end the episode.
Key Takeaways:
- Christmas, as we know it, is a product of Victorian modernization and commercialization.
- Cultural evolution transformed Christmas into a global phenomenon of joy, family, and charity.
- Traditions like Santa Claus, the Christmas tree, and holiday cards have complex and fascinating histories.
Stay tuned for more historical deep dives in the new year. Thank you for a wonderful season of learning and laughter!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all our listeners! Thank you for your support through a challenging year. We’re excited to bring you even more content in 2025. Cheers to the journey ahead!
The post CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 2024 SANTA CLAUS IS COMING appeared first on AGE OF VICTORIA PODCAST.
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Manage episode 457104106 series 1436791
Get ready for a holly-jolly dive into Christmas history! In this special episode, I unwrap how the Victorians shaped the modern holiday, turning it into a celebration of family, charity, and festive cheer. From Prince Albert’s Christmas trees to the rise of Santa Claus, discover the origins of the traditions we know and love today. Plus, enjoy a classic Victorian ghost story to complete the holiday magic!
Episode Highlights:
How the industrial revolution made Christmas possible.
The Victorian invention of “ancient traditions” (like Christmas cards).
The birth of Santa Claus and his merger with Father Christmas.
Victorian holiday pastimes: poems, ghost stories, and more.
A chilling Victorian ghost story to end the episode.
Key Takeaways:
- Christmas, as we know it, is a product of Victorian modernization and commercialization.
- Cultural evolution transformed Christmas into a global phenomenon of joy, family, and charity.
- Traditions like Santa Claus, the Christmas tree, and holiday cards have complex and fascinating histories.
Stay tuned for more historical deep dives in the new year. Thank you for a wonderful season of learning and laughter!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all our listeners! Thank you for your support through a challenging year. We’re excited to bring you even more content in 2025. Cheers to the journey ahead!
The post CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 2024 SANTA CLAUS IS COMING appeared first on AGE OF VICTORIA PODCAST.
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