Thomas G. Crippen
Christmas and Christmas Lore
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...
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Thomas G. Crippen
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Latest episode
Mar 31, 2026
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Episodes
056 - Epilogue 31.03.2026 4:35
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 12:43
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 3:28
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 6:40
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 9:03
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 9:53
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 6:41
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 12:54
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 14:15
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 7:03
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 11:31
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 4:03
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 4:54
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 6:16
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 3:29
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 9:15
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 2:21
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 10:19
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 3:05
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 11:52
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 3:39
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 7:20
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 7:03
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 20:58
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 4:48
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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