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ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

This documentary special unwraps the mysteries behind some of our most traditional celebrations. Topics covered in CHRISTMAS OUT OF THE BOX include the science behind retail marketing during the Christmas season; the evolution of the Santa Claus myth, from the monk St. Nicholas to the Santa we all know and love today; how science figures into Santa’s Christmas Eve journey; and so much more. Premiered on National Geographic Channel, USA.

Produced by National Geographic (2006)