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Secrets of Christmas Classic Movies & The Curious Story of Eggnog – Bonus Holiday Episode

December 9, 2025·30m

Eggnog is one of the strangest holiday traditions we have — a creamy mix of eggs, milk, spices, and often a splash of rum. Yet people look forward to it every December. Where did this unusual drink come from, and how did it become tied so closely to Christmas? We start with the surprising history behind this centuries-old holiday concoction.