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How did Rudolph become famous?

Published on December 24, 2025

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About This Episode

Hey history explorers! Welcome to History’s Not Boring! Did you know that long before Santa needed help, reindeer were real-life superheroes in the frozen Arctic? For thousands of years, the incredible Sami people of Scandinavia relied on these amazing animals for survival. They were tough, strong, and definitely didn't fly!

So, when did the magic start? We jump forward to 1823 when a famous poem suddenly gave Santa eight tiny, flying reindeer and a brand new job! But wait, where does Rudolph fit in? It took over 100 years later—in 1939—for a department store writer to invent the shiny-nosed hero we love today! Join Mira and Finn as we uncover the incredible journey of how tough Arctic animals became the greatest magical icons of Christmas! It’s a hilarious and historic tale of poems, department stores, and bright red noses!

What You'll Learn

  • Rudolph
  • Reindeer history
  • Sami people
  • Christmas animals
  • Flying reindeer
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