Holliday: Xmas Part Deux

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Ever wondered if Santa runs a tight ship up at the North Pole, or if it's all just a bit of holiday hocus-pocus? Buckle up, as we take you on a wild sleigh ride through Christmas lore and real-life Yuletide happenings that are sure to drop your jaw faster than a lump of coal in a naughty kid's stocking. We're spilling the mince pies on everything from a satirical poke at Santa's 'sweatshop,' to the heartwarming Christmas Truce of WWI, and even the darkly historical events that have shared this date.
Switch gears with us as we sail the high seas with pirates who might have hung their stockings with care, and laugh along as we unravel the Festivus feats of strength. Then, join our chorus of Christmas tunes—yes, we'll reveal our holiday playlist with a nod to Rass Kass’ not-so-traditional carols. Dive into Iceland’s Yule Lads folklore, where the mischievousness makes coal seem like a welcome treat, and let's not forget our northern neighbors—apologies in advance, Canada, for our Boxing Day banter.
As the snow settles, we're not just talking tinsel and gift wrap; we're questioning the very essence of New Year resolutions. Do we really need January 1st to reinvent ourselves? Sip some Mysterbrow (don't ask, just listen) as we discuss why any day can mark the beginning of a better you. So stoke the fire, pour a hot cocoa, and let's reflect on the shared human experiences that the holiday season brings, from the famous to the fictional, the solemn to the celebratory.
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1. Holliday: Xmas Part Deux (00:00:00)

2. Christmas Traditions and Stories (00:00:49)

3. Pirates Celebrating Christmas (00:12:30)

4. The 13 Yule Lads of Iceland (00:21:59)

5. Holiday Gifts and Winter Celebrations (00:36:02)

6. New Year Resolutions and Festive Greetings (00:41:45)