• The History of Fun

  • By: Polygon
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The History of Fun

By: Polygon
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  • Summary

  • 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 as they embark on a new quest to uncover these common-yet-mysterious customs. Produced by Polygon and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
    © 2019 Vox Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved
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Episodes
  • The War on Christmas: A Brief History (Season Finale)

    The War on Christmas: A Brief History (Season Finale)
    Dec 24 2018
    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
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    56 mins
  • Dreidel and Hannukah: A Brief History

    Dreidel and Hannukah: A Brief History
    Dec 17 2018
    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
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    54 mins
  • The Yule Lads & Yule Cat of Iceland: A Brief History

    The Yule Lads & Yule Cat of Iceland: A Brief History
    Dec 10 2018
    A brief history of The Yule Lads and The Yule Cat of Iceland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    41 mins
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