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Mon. 12/20 - Athletes' Supercharged Blood & Pro Santas On a Boat

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How an athlete’s blood could boost cognitive function, potentially in non-athletic people. Plus, the origin and meanings of the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” And, Christmas in July takes on a whole new meaning with cruises designed specifically for professional Santas.

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    Can an Athlete's Blood Enhance Brainpower? (NY Times)
  • The 12 Days of Christmas, explained: The story behind the carol (Vox)
  • William Studwell's 2008 Carol of the Year (Religious News Service, 2008)
  • 12 Days of a POP PUNK Christmas (YouTube)
  • FACT CHECK: The Twelve Days of Christmas (Snopes, 2000)
  • When Santa Goes on Vacation (NY Times)
  • Scenes From a Bearded Santa Pleasure Cruise (MEL)
  • Scenes From a Mall (This American Life)
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