Mock Kings of Winter: From Saturnalicius Princeps to Santa Claus
From The History of Christmas Podcast · 20:29
Show by History Podcasts & Josh Linsk
Explore how the Roman mid‑winter festival’s mock king, the Saturnalicius princeps, set a pattern that echoed through medieval misrule and eventually seeped into modern Santa lore. We trace the cultural threads from Saturnalia’s feasting and role reversal to today’s holiday markets and corporate traditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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