64: New Years Through History

from Oddball History · host Jimmy Nelson, Scott Crisp

We look into New Years traditions throughout history. Per usual, Gilmore Girls and other stuff comes up. Chapters: (00:00) Intro (02:56) Top Comments (09:37) Akitu, Ancient New Years (18:16) Romanian Dancing Bears (24:23) Touching Peacocks (29:30) Bible Dipping (31:38) NYC Ball Drop (34:20) Black Eyed Peas (37:02) The Moment of Truth, TV Show (42:15) The Plugging of Dates (43:38) The Beach Boys (46:38) Gilmore Girls & Simpsons (51:26) Cow Commercials & Christmas Gifts

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