Santa Claus is one of the most oft-depicted figures in history. He appears so often, and in so many contexts, that it can be easy to skip over a pretty important question: how did Santa become Santa?

In this episode, we tackle this question, and many others, with the aid of a very capable guide, author Tim Slover. Tim has spent the better part of his life thinking, speaking, and writing about our favorite yuletide gift-giver. In fact, Tim created a novella, entitled The Christmas Chronicles: The Legend of Santa Claus, that clears up the stickiest misconceptions that surround Santa Claus. And what's more, the story also exists as an 8-episode dramatic audio reading. Tim walks Rob through the evolution of the project, which is sure to make you think twice about your relationship with The Man With the Bag!

Do you believe?

 

Grab your own copy of The Christmas Chronicles: The Legend of Santa Claus here:

https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Chronicles-Legend-Santa-Claus/dp/1400118654

 

And binge-listen to the full Christmas Chronicles series here:

http://www.classical89.org/programs/christmaschronicles/episodes/