In this episode, I am joined by a very special guest. Michael McGlynn has been a mentor, friend, and my pastor since the age of six...he is also my Father. My Dad and I sit down to wrap up the three-part series on Christmas and talk about the history of the holiday, lament on our best Holidays, and talk about how this one may be a little different. The holiday we celebrate today, although not as old or distant in origin as we think, is still worth our time and attention. This year is going to look different. No doubt. It's our hope and desire at Why Whiskey that regardless of the change in tradition the covid-year brings, you all are able to find peace, cherish those here and be well. Merry Christmas! - Ian
Referenced Song: https://open.spotify.com/track/3mXol3KLx3Q1RxVNLE1OJa?si=XDYmMP9sSm6QoqUyTWs1ag
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Warren O. Hagstrom, The American Sociologist, What is the Meaning of Santa Claus?, Nov. 1966, Vol. 1, No. 5 (Nov. 1966), pp. 248-252.
Richard Bauman, Western Folklore, Belsnickling in a Nova Scotia Island Community, Oct. 1972, Vol. 31, No. 4, Festival Issue (Oct. 1972), pp. 229-
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