Episode 91 - The pagan winter customs that shaped Christmas
This week we’re joined by English Heritage Truste…
December 24, 202031m 32s
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Show Notes
This week we’re joined by English Heritage Trustee Professor Ronald Hutton to discuss the pagan winter customs behind the Christmas traditions we take for granted today. Discover the ancient origins of winter feasting, Christmas carols, present giving, kissing under the mistletoe and more!
To read about the history of Christmas, go to www.english-heritage.org.uk/christmas/the-history-of-christmas
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