Bell's Books and Blog December 20, 2024 -- A Holiday Season Filled with History

In this episode of the "Bell's Books and Blog Podcast," host Jane M. Bell guides listeners on a fascinating exploration of the origin and history of some of our beloved holiday traditions. From nutcrackers and advent calendars to mid-night mass, the podcast looks into their rich backgrounds and evolution over centuries. Jane also discusses the cultural and religious significance of these traditions and their impact on Christmas celebrations today. The episode also dedicated a section to listener engagement, inviting them to share their unique family holiday traditions. Also included are some thrilling book recommendations to enhance your holiday reading list. The last part of the podcast is dedicated to some heartwarming quotes to get you in the holiday spirit and a special promotion for Christmas books.

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