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A VERY VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS</a>
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A VERY VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS

The festivities that grew into modern day Christmas have spanned millennia. But most of the traditions we recognize today began under the reign of Queen Victoria. Take a listen for the history of Christmas cards, kissing balls, Christmas trees, and presents. Check out the links below for some creepy Victorian cards. Happy holidays! See you in 2021!

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FAN FAV: THE PAGANS, OLIVER CROMWELL, &amp; CHARLES DICKENS</a>
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FAN FAV: THE PAGANS, OLIVER CROMWELL, & CHARLES DICKENS

Pssst…it turns out Christmas is a super pagan holiday. On today’s episode we’re doing a brief overview of the origins of Christmas and how Charles Dickens brought the holiday back after Oliver Cromwell had Christmas canceled. For all those who think there’s a war on Christmas…just be glad Oliver Cromwell’s not still around.

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QUEEN VICTORIA: LOVE &amp; EMPIRE</a>
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QUEEN VICTORIA: LOVE & EMPIRE

Queen Victoria was the sovereign of the UK at the height of the British Empire, and until her great-great granddaughter Queen Elizabeth II overtook her in 2015, was the longest reigning monarch. She ruled over 400 million people! But her road to the throne was an unlikely one marked by a horrible childhood and controlling men. Listen in to learn the truth about one of the most recognizable yet misunderstood queens.

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