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Podcast: The Talking Appalachian Podcast
Episode: Appalachia's Old Christmas, New Year's Traditions and Superstitions, and "Untelling"
Description: What did you think of this episode?In this edited episode revisit, we talk about Old Christmas (or "Little Christmas) that many Appalachians still celebrate on January 6th. We'll also talk about favorite New Year's foods for luck (like Hoppin' John) and how to avoid bad luck (don't do laundry or sweep.) Then we'll talking about the word "untelling," as in "It's untelling what 2026 will bring, but I hope it's all good things!"Happy Old Christmas and Happy New Year!Ivy Attic CoJewelry from coal, river g...