A discussion of Swedish Christmas traditions with John Tenho, a Swede living in Australia.
From the winter setting in Sweden and specific Christmas decorations to Advent rituals, St. Lucia celebrations and St. Knut’s Day, this conversation covers a broad range of Swedish Christmas traditions. Included is a description of foods that are part of a Christmas lunch Julbord and the tradition of gathering around the television to watch a Disney television special.
You can listen to this episode using the audio player above or by podcast via iTunes or Spotify (or search for “Wide Open Air Exchange” on your preferred podcast platform).
Thanks to John for sharing family Christmas photos from his childhood in Sweden, and for suggesting the music inclusions shared below.
God Jul !
The Wide Open Air Exchange theme music used with permission: ‘Whiskey Priest’ by Vape Dadz.