Uncommon Folk 31 Days of Winter- Lord of Misrule

Uncover the captivating history of the Lord of Misrule, a tradition that once turned Christmas on its head with a bold promise of chaos and joy. Travel back to a time where peasants and sub-deacons presided over England's grandest revelries, commanding the festivities with unchecked merriment. You'll learn how this eccentric leader orchestrated wild parties, much to the dismay of the Puritans who eventually put an end to the disorderly fun by the 17th century. Send a textThanks for listening!Visit https://uncommonfolk.buzzsprout.com and subscribe for updates, events and news as it comes. You can also write to us to suggest local myths, traditions and stories for us to discuss in future micro episodes, or just provide us with feedback.