Did you know 45% of the world celebrates Easter—but no two countries do it the same way? In this eye-opening episode of English Matura with JB, we take you on a whirlwind tour of the planet’s most surprising Easter traditions, from ancient rituals to modern twists.
🔍 You’ll Discover:
- 🇺🇦 Ukraine’s sacred baskets: Why families spend 15+ hours preparing 40+ symbolic items
- 🇪🇸 Spain’s staggering processions: The 2,000kg floats carried by 50,000 devoted costaleros
- 🇪🇹 Ethiopia’s 55-day fast: The oldest Christian chants still performed after 1,500 years
- 🇦🇺 Australia’s eco-Easter: How chocolate bilbies raised $1.5 million to save endangered species
- 🇵🇱 Poland’s unbreakable tradition: Why 90% of families still prepare święconka baskets
💡 Why It Matters:
- Sociologists reveal that communities with strong traditions report higher happiness
- Millennials are reshaping (not rejecting) customs—67% blend old and new
- From Germany’s 400-year-old passion play to the White House egg roll’s lawn-saving origins, these rituals are living history
🎧 Perfect For:
- Culture lovers who devour Atlas Obscura or Rough Translation
- English learners seeking rich vocabulary (with context!)
- Anyone who’s ever wondered why we dye eggs or eat hot cross buns
📣 “These traditions aren’t just about the past—they’re the invisible glue holding communities together.”