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			<p>In our culture, Christmastime means Santa and stockings, reindeer and ribbons, greetings and gifts, and Baby Jesus. But when we’re all wrapped up in the holiday season, we tend to miss what Christmas is all about. On today’s episode, <em>VeggieTales</em> creator Phil Vischer will discuss our holiday traditions and the true meaning of Christmas. Specifically, he’ll be sharing insight from his new film, “<em>Why Do We Call It Christmas?</em>”</p>
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<li>Passion and purpose behind Phil’s new film, “<em>Why Do We Call It Christmas?</em>”</li>
<li>Origins of holiday traditions</li>
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