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Polygon

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.

The History of Fun

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.
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The War on Christmas: A Brief History (Season Finale)

Join us for another episode of The History of Fun! This week we're looking into the fascinating origins of the dreidel of Hannukah. 
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Dreidel and Hannukah: A Brief History

A brief history of The Yule Lads and The Yule Cat of Iceland.
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The Yule Lads & Yule Cat of Iceland: A Brief History

A brief history of Black Friday.
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Black Friday: A Brief History

A brief history of Krampus, the anti-Santa.
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Krampus, the Anti-Santa: A Brief History

A brief history of the Presidential Turkey Pardon
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Presidential Turkey Pardon: A Brief History

A brief history of The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
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The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: A Brief History

Chris Plante dives deep into the fascinating origins of Trick or Treating.
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Trick or Treating: A Brief History

A brief history of Mischief Night, the night before Halloween
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Mischief Night before Halloween: A Brief History

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!
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Coming soon: Holiday Traditions

Wintertime is upon us. How long have people been hitting the slopes? Let's find out!
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Sledding: A Brief History

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