The Origins of Winter Holiday Traditions
In the latest episode of Mental Floss, host John Green imparts “27 Winter Holiday Tradition Origins” from Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. He explains the origins of why people kiss under mistletoe, eat latkes, and celebrate Boxing Day.
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