Traditions We Should Have Left In The Past - An Audaci-Tea Holiday Special!

This week, Lisa and Sovereign unwrap the holiday season’s most controversial traditions in this special edition of The Audaci-Tea. They take a critical look at customs we’ve long celebrated, exposing the misogyny, outdated practices, and consumerism baked into the holidays, while also exploring how we can craft new, meaningful traditions. 🗣️ Topics discussed include: Why some holiday traditions, like children sitting on Santa's lap, may not be as innocent as they seem. The coercive undertones of mistletoe and its role in reinforcing problematic behavior. Misogyny in Christmas customs and how women bear an unfair burden during the holidays. Breaking down problematic lyrics in classic holiday songs. The overwhelming consumerism surrounding the season and how to push back. Ideas for creating modern traditions that prioritize connection and joy over materialism. 🎧 This episode is a no-holds-barred look at the holidays that challenges listeners to rethink what the season truly means. 💌 Join the conversation: Got questions, comments, or stories? Email us at [email protected] with The Audaci-Tea in the subject line—we might read your submission on the show! ☕✨ Support the show and get exclusive perks: Become a Tea VIP on Patreon for early access, ad-free episodes, and bonus content: Patreon.com/AudaciTea. Since recording this episode, Lisa watched (for the very first time) and wrote a full film review of “Love Actually” - available now to all Tea VIP members! 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review! Your support helps amplify women’s voices and build a bold, empowered community. ☕ Here's a guide to each chapter of the show: 00:00 Introduction to the Holiday Special 00:58 Questioning Holiday Traditions 06:05 Misogyny in Christmas Customs 09:57 The Problematic Nature of Some Holiday Songs 14:10 Expectations of Women During the Holidays 19:55 Consumerism and Holiday Spending 27:01 Creating Meaningful Holiday Traditions 🎙️ The Audaci-Tea is a production of Siren Sound. Music, audio production, and show production by Ryan Marth. Interested in advertising or becoming and official sponsor of the show? Email [email protected] and let's create something impactful together!