Episode 11 -The origins of Santa Claus!

In our very first Christmas special, we unwrap the strange and
surprising history of Santa Claus. From the real-life generosity
of Saint Nicholas in 4th-century Myra to the shadowy folklore of
Krampus and the Norse god Odin, this episode traces how a kind
bishop became a jolly man in red. We explore how pagan winter
festivals, Dutch traditions, and 19th-century American poetry
shaped the Santa we know today. But not all is merry and
bright—there’s a darker side to this holiday icon. Who is
Krampus, and why does he travel with Saint Nick? And how did
Santa become a pop culture powerhouse? Cozy up by the fire as we
dive into the myth, the magic, and the mayhem behind Christmas’s
most iconic figure.