8. Weird Christmas and New Year’s Traditions in Our Countries
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In this episode, we compare how Christmas and New Year's are celebrated in the UK and Russia, discussing important dates, traditions, and whether there's a religious aspect. We also share personal family traditions, memories from childhood Christmases, and their plans for this year.
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⏰ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Christmas means different things in different cultures
11:12 Santa Claus flies around on a sleigh
16:45 Rural activities becoming rare, fewer people have livestock
19:34 Limited public holidays in the UK, work continues
23:55 Russian traditional dishes, including unique salads.
33:13 Enjoying the tradition of playing board games at Christmas
38:21 Longing for snow, especially during holidays
45:24 Christmas can be great or stressful
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