How Thanksgiving Works
Episode Date: November 27, 2008Thanksgiving is an unusual holiday in America -- there's no religious connotation, and the only traditions are a good meal and a sense of appreciation...
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2402 episodes transcribedThanksgiving is an unusual holiday in America -- there's no religious connotation, and the only traditions are a good meal and a sense of appreciation...
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