One wrong number. One unexpected phone call. And a holiday tradition was born. In this episode of Yuletide Chronicles, we share the true story behind NORAD’s Santa Tracker and how a small mix-up turned into a global Christmas phenomenon.

From radar and radio stations to volunteers and mobile apps, you’ll hear how this accidental moment became one of the most heartwarming parts of Christmas Eve for millions of families around the world.

Tune in to find out how Santa’s sleigh went from folklore to military-grade tracking.