April Fools' Day [History]

Lore'd to Death

Apr 01, 2024•28 min

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In this episode we explore the mysterious origins and cultural significance of April Fools' Day, delving into various theories and historical practices associated with the holiday. We contrast these with modern-day pranks and how April Fools' Day is celebrated around the world, highlighting the lack of a definitive origin story but embracing the whimsy and unpredictability that define the day. We also give our top 5 favourite April Fools' Day hoaxes throughout history, and things get really weird.

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