In this episode, the ladies of SSS delve into the origins and myths surrounding Santa Claus, including the conspiracy theories that suggest Santa is actually Satan?! We share our childhood experiences of believing in Santa and the transition to learning the truth, and explore the purpose of Santa Claus and how scary stories are used to teach children important lessons.
Take a deep dive into the different beliefs and traditions surrounding Santa Claus in Japanese culture, Christmas traditions in Japan and the celebration of Christmas Day and New Year's.
Enjoy this Ho, Ho, Holiday special as we explore the idea of Santa Claus as a conspiracy, the impact of Santa Claus on children, the commercialization of the holiday, the craziness of advertising during children's shows, the tradition of sitting on Santa's lap, traumatic experiences with Santa, the decline of mall experiences, the Elf on the Shelf phenomenon, the need for snacks in schools during holiday parties, and an upcoming collaboration with the Semi-Skeptic podcast!
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