Carolers in 1679 Salem threw stones and bones at houses that refused them food.
As heard by us
Christmas comes off weirder, rougher, and more transactional than the postcard version.
Christmas here comes off less polished and more local, which is where the episode gets interesting. It starts with Krampus banter, then shifts into older caroling customs that feel less like festive cheer and more like pressure with a melody.
Why you'd press play
You want Christmas lore with a mischievous streak and some real historical teeth.
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