How did we end up with Santa Claus? What and who was he before his red and white iconic outfit?
Before he became the jolly old man we know today, Santa was a figure of both wonder and fear. From the charitable Saint Nicholas of Myra to the eerie Wild Hunt of Odin, Santa's evolution is a journey through myth, folklore, and cultural transformation.
🌲 In This Video 🌲
- Saint Nicholas's Generosity: How a Greek bishop became a gift-giver of legend.
- The Wild Hunt: How Odin’s midnight ride shaped Santa’s flying sleigh.
- Mrs. Claus's Origins: How Santa’s partner went from side character to holiday icon.
- Sinterklaas: The Dutch roots of Santa’s "naughty or nice" tradition.
- Krampus, Perchta & Belsnickel: The terrifying companions who punished bad children.
- The Rise of Rudolph: From marketing mascot to a Christmas legend.
- Father Christmas: From medieval reveler to modern-day symbol of holiday cheer.
- Kris Kringle’s Roots: From Christkindl to Santa’s secret alter ego.
- Coca-Cola’s Santa: How a marketing campaign cemented the modern Santa look.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:21 Odin & The Wild Hunt
05:06 Saint Nicholas
08:21 Sinterklaas
11:36 Krampus
13:36 Belsnickel
15:13 Frau Perchta the Christmas Witch
18:26 Kris Kringle and Christkind
20:07 Father Christmas
23:38 Twas the Night Before Christmas & Thomas Nast
25:50 Coca-Cola
27:49 Santa Claus Today
30:47 Final Chapter
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