Thomas G. Crippen

Christmas and Christmas Lore

History EN ↓ 56 episodes

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a rich tapestry of Christmas lore, encapsulating the joy and sacred mirth that we should all embrace as we celebrate the greatest Gift of God to humanity. Join me as we explore the enchanting history an...

Author

Thomas G. Crippen

Category

History

Podcast website

www.spreaker.com

Latest episode

Mar 31, 2026

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Episodes

056 - Epilogue 31.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

055 - Candlemas 30.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

054 - Plough Monday etc 29.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

053 - Feast of Fools or of The Ass 28.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

052 - Twelfth Night 27.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

051 - Epiphany 26.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

050 - Old Christmas Eve Wassailing Trees 25.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

049 - New Year's Eve - Hagmena 24.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

048 - Subsidiary Festivals 23.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

047 - Yule-tide in Thule 22.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

046 - Miscellaneous Christmas Superstitions etc 21.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

045 - Family Reunions - The Children's Day 20.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

044 - Christmas Cards etc 19.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

043 - Christmas Boxes 18.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

042 - The Christmas Ship 17.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

041 - The Christmas Tree 16.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

040 - The Christmas Sheaf 15.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

039 - Christmas Gifts - Santa Claus etc 14.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

038 - Yule-Firth ''Unthrifty Folk'' 13.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

037 - The Lord of Misrule 12.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

036 - Masking 11.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

035 - Christmas Sports 10.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

034 - The Boar's Head 09.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

033 - The Christmas Feast 08.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

032 - Christmas Candles 07.03.2026

For over forty years, I have passionately gathered an array of fascinating stories, traditions, and legends surrounding the festival of the Holy Nativity. My research spans both well-known and obscure sources, including rare pamphlets from the 17th and 18th centuries, old chapbooks, newspaper clippings, and insightful conversations with locals across various counties. In this podcast, I present a...

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