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The History of Fun
The History of Fun explores the hidden backstories behind the things you enjoy. This season, we’re diving into the amazing origins of your favorite holiday traditions. Join Polygon’s Russ Frushtick, Allegra Frank, and Chris Plante each week as they embark on a new quest to uncover these common-yet-mysterious customs. Produced by Polygon and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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4.8 stars from 672 ratings
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lawm ma-i via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/08/22
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“i’ve been listening to this show since it first started coming out. i still relisten to it all the time, and recommend it to my friends. if i could have one wish in the world, it would be for more episodes. you guys are great!”
ajw427 via Apple Podcasts ·
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08/12/21
“Love the podcast. found it from a tweet from allegra about the neopets episode. i really wish more would be coming out.”
Harles-G via Apple Podcasts ·
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04/19/21
Recent Episodes
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Published 12/24/18
Published 12/24/18
Join us for another episode of The History of Fun! This week we're looking into the fascinating origins of the dreidel of Hannukah.
Published 12/17/18
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