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Episode 156: "Bread Santa - A People's History of Christmas" ft. Liz of Rebel Steps

Coffee with Comrades

Release Date: 12/24/2021

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“Bread Santa” is a holiday special, a people’s history of Christmas. Liz, of Rebel Steps, joins us to discuss the pagan origins of Christmas in Yule and Winter Solstice, the Roman Empire’s hegemonic institution of Christianity, the Puritans’ reactionary conservatism, Fox News’ war on Christmas, and so much more. So, pour yourself some eggnog and enjoy!

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