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Christmas doesn’t end on December 25—so why do we treat it like it does? For centuries, Christmas was a forty-day season, stretching from th...
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A dive into the characters, stories, traditions, food, and everything else surrounding the Christmas season all over the world. Each episode ends with a passage from The Lost Years of Santa...
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Christmas doesn’t end on December 25—so why do we treat it like it does? For centuries, Christmas was a forty-day season, stretching from th...

How does Santa Claus deliver presents to hundreds of millions of homes in a single night? Many say it’s impossible—but the science might dis...

In this episode, we explore the most compelling Christmas-themed novels from the past 20 years, spanning mystery, thriller, fantasy, horror,...

In this episode, we explore the fascinating history of Kanakaloka, Hawaiʻi’s island-style Santa Claus, and uncover how Christmas gift-giving...

Discover the surprising, two-thousand-year journey of the lutin, France’s iconic mischievous spirit. Once born from the Roman sea god Neptun...

Journey to the Arctic to learn how Inuit families embrace Christmas, or Quviasukvik, with a mix of ancient customs and modern festivities. F...

Every holiday season, millions of fans tune in for Christmas Day sports—NBA showdowns, NFL clashes, global soccer derbies, college bowl game...

Are you ready to eat and drink through Christmas history? Go beyond cookies, roast, eggnog and mulled wine to uncover the fascinating deep c...

Forget the usual holiday cheer and dive into the chilling world of Christmas folklore with the terrifying Karakoncolos (also known as Kallik...

Beyond Santa Claus and Ded Moroz, the real Arctic winter wizard is Yamal Iri, the “Grandfather of Yamal,” a localized Christmas figure from...

Why do we picture Christmas under a blanket of snow—even in places it never falls? This episode traces the history of the White Christmas st...

Season 6! Amazing, and it is thanks to all of you listeners and subscribers! Kicking off Christmas Podcast Day (Nov 1st), I'm joining with m...

What is Epiphany, and why does it hold such deep significance in holiday traditions around the world? In this episode, we uncover the rich h...

Did you know that Santa Claus isn’t the only gift-bringer during the holiday season? In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of Ne...

Who has the best holiday lights on the block? In this episode, we dive into the sparkling world of Christmas decorating competitions. From t...

What does Christmas look like in the middle of summer? In this episode, we travel to Argentina to explore how this vibrant country celebrate...

Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? What about Gremlins or The Nightmare Before Christmas ? In this festive episode, we tackle the age-old debate...

Who is Father Christmas, and how is he different from St. Nicholas? In this episode, we unwrap the fascinating history of Father Christmas,...

How did Christmas decorations become such a magical part of the holiday season? In this episode, we explore the fascinating history behind t...

Everything’s bigger in Texas, including Christmas! In this episode, we’re exploring the Lone Star State’s unique holiday traditions, shaped...

Ever wonder how Christmas cookies became a beloved holiday tradition? In this episode, we’re diving into the delicious history of Christmas...

What makes something a “favorite” at Christmas? In this episode, we dive into the beloved classic song My Favorite Things —from its origins...

Why do we give gifts at Christmas? In this episode, we unwrap the fascinating history of Christmas gift-giving, exploring its roots in ancie...

Get ready to be transported to the winter wonderland of Norway this holiday season! In this episode, we dive into the heartwarming tradition...

In this enchanting episode of The Lost Christmas Podcast, we journey into the heart of the Alpine region to unravel the captivating traditio...

In this delectable episode of The Lost Christmas Podcast, we dive into the world of Christmas beverages that warm the heart and tickle the t...

In this enlightening episode of The Lost Christmas Podcast, we embark on a captivating journey through time to explore the rich history of L...

In this bone-chilling episode of The Lost Christmas Podcast, we venture into the frosty depths of folklore to unravel the tales of wintertim...

In this enchanting episode of The Lost Christmas Podcast, we set sail on a cultural voyage to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean, wh...

In this festive episode of The Lost Christmas Podcast, we're donning our capes and spreading holiday spirit as we explore the incredible wor...

In this captivating episode, we delve deep into the fascinating world of winter time deities. Discover the rich tapestry of cultural and myt...

On today's episode we cover the history of the iconic colors of the Christmas season. Yes, that color too!, I've got it all covered with bac...

Today being #ChristmasPodcastDay, I had to release a special episode covering a unique version of A Christmas Carol. Oh and we're kicking of...

Hey everybody! I'm back today with another episode, 3 recommendation (a movie, a TV episode and a book), another Santa and more of The Lost...

Hey everybody! I'm back today with another episode, 3 recommendation (a movie, a TV episode and a book), another Santa and more of The Lost...

Hey everybody! I'm back today with another episode, 3 recommendation (a movie, a TV episode and a book), another Santa and more of The Lost...

This one is a very special episode where I'm going to talk all about Olentzero, the Basque gift-giving giant from the Pyrenees! Such a long...

We're back with another episode in this season of Santa! Today we explore the Wise Men of many names, totally not Olentzero, the Basque Gian...

Hey everybody! Today we're traveling to Germany to discuss the history of Christmas there, and the super interesting character named der Wei...

Hey everyone! Today we talk all about Superheroes at Christmas. From live action movies & TV shows to comic books I dive in to celebrate the...

Welcome to the Season of Santa! Kicking off season 3! we head to Japan to encounter one of the seven gods of prosperity, the one and only Ho...

We're back! Season 3 will kick off with plenty of new histories, mysteries, and information for you Christmas lovers! There's a new format,...

In today's Season 2 finale, we talk all about Saturnalia! In Part 1 of this series we discussed Kronia, the precursor to Saturnalia. Now we...

Did you know that before the world celebrated Christmas that there were other winter celebrations? Of course you did (especially if you list...

We have a very special guest today: Dr. Emily Zarka of Arizona State University and PBS Digital Studios Monstrum! We talk about monsters at...

This episode brings a boat-load of information about current traditions around using the Nativity - both living Nativity and artistic repres...

Join us each week on The Lost Christmas Podcast during the holiday season!

In this episode you'll hear my very specific, hard-fast rules for determining if a movie is indeed a Christmas movie. As a much requested pi...

In this post-Thanskgiving episode we discuss the history and evolution of wassail, from a story of lovers to feeding trees a slice of bread...

In this episode we dive into the person that was Saint Nicholas of Myra. There's plenty to go around with stories, myths, fantasy, and real...
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