{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Interfaithing: Jingle Bells, Dreidel Spins & A Patreon Holiday Party!!!","description":" Episode Summary: In this vibrant and heartfelt episode, hosts Ari and Anna dive deep into how families with interfaith dynamics can navigate and celebrate the holiday season\u2014especially when traditions and values sometimes seem to clash or compete. Starting with lighthearted Thanksgiving recaps (including a family reunion for Anna's dog, Armadillo, aka \u201cDillo\u201d), they find the humor and warmth in shared stories, even when they involve playful misnaming ("Guacamole"!). The conversation soon shifts to the holiday season's unique challenges for interfaith families, focusing on the Christmas-Hanukkah conundrum. They discuss questions like: Are Hanukkah and Christmas really equivalent in importance? How do historic moments of assimilation (like Saturnalia\u2019s influence on Christmas and Hanukkah) shape these holidays today? Why do both holidays, despite their different religious weight, end up serving as major unifying moments for families? The hosts also preview their exciting new \u201cInterfaithing Patreon Community\u201d Zoom meetups, designed as safe, supportive spaces where families can connect, share, and \u201cspeed friend\u201d with others walking a similar path. There\u2019s even a playful debate about the most inappropriate thing a grandparent\u2019s ever said about an interfaith relationship! With thoughtful insight and plenty of laughter, Ari and Anna remind listeners there is no single \u201cright" way to honor multiple faiths under one roof\u2014and that the real magic comes from finding belonging, adaptation, and joy, no matter how you celebrate. Key Discussion Points: Handling family holidays, from multi-generational gatherings to pet reunions (and dog personalities!). The history and importance of Hanukkah vs. Christmas, especially for interfaith families. How both major holidays borrow and adapt from dominant cultures\u2014and why that matters now. Parenting, tradition, and finding meaningful, kid-friendly ways to celebrate both faiths. Insights into building interfaith community beyond the home, with new online meetups and opportunities for connection. The role of humor, grace, and curiosity in navigating awkward family moments and insensitive comments. Looking ahead: expanding the conversation to include Muslim, Hindu, and other faith communities in interfaith family discussion. Links & Resources: Patreon Community: Don\u2019t miss our very first Patreon Zoom meetups next week\u2014Tuesday, Dec 9 at 8:15pm ET\/5:15pm PT and Wednesday, Dec 10 at 1:30pm ET\/10:30am PT! Join our Interfaithing community at patreon.com\/interfaithing for connection, conversation, and support for your interfaith journey. Contact Us: Have questions, prompts, or stories to share? Email: interfaithingpodmail.com Previous Seasons: Check out last year\u2019s episodes for deeper dives into Thanksgiving, holiday history, and more. Next Steps & Calls to Action: Don\u2019t miss our upcoming Zoom meetups! (Dec 9th, 8:15pm ET; Dec 10th, 1:30pm ET) Have a funny, awkward, or meaningful interfaith prompt for the speed-friending sessions? Send it in! If you have personal experience or expertise in Muslim assimilation or interfaith families outside Judaism\/Christianity, reach out\u2014we want to feature your perspective. Takeaway Quote: \u201cEvery permutation of family has something special\u2026Your faith traditions can really help unite the family, no matter what your family looks like.\u201d Stay Connected: Subscribe, review, and share Interfaithing wherever you listen to podcasts! Like us and Follow us on Facebook and Instagram with the handle @interfaithingpod!! Check out our website at www.interfaithingpod.com for more Interfaithing content!! Stay curious. Stay connected. Keep interfaithing! Credits: Produced by: Ari and Anna   ","author_name":"Interfaithing","author_url":"http:\/\/www.interfaithingpod.com","html":"