The History of Fun

By 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, A... more

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The podcast currently has 51 episodes available.

The History of Fun episodes:

December 24, 2018 The War on Christmas: A Brief History (Season Finale)
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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56min
December 17, 2018 Dreidel and Hannukah: A Brief History
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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54min
December 10, 2018 The Yule Lads & Yule Cat of Iceland: A Brief History
A brief history of The Yule Lads and The Yule Cat of Iceland.
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41min
December 03, 2018 Black Friday: A Brief History
A brief history of Black Friday.
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48min
November 26, 2018 Krampus, the Anti-Santa: A Brief History
A brief history of Krampus, the anti-Santa.
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41min
November 19, 2018 Presidential Turkey Pardon: A Brief History
A brief history of the Presidential Turkey Pardon
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33min
November 12, 2018 The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: A Brief History
A brief history of The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
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55min
November 05, 2018 Trick or Treating: A Brief History
Chris Plante dives deep into the fascinating origins of Trick or Treating.
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48min
October 29, 2018 Mischief Night before Halloween: A Brief History
A brief history of Mischief Night, the night before Halloween
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32min
September 25, 2018 Coming soon: Holiday Traditions
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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How many episodes does The History of Fun have?

The podcast currently has 51 episodes available.

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