163: Valentine’s Day Gone Wild: Crazy Facts, Japan’s Love Dolls & Kid Fun
Morning Crankers: Comedy - News & Outrageous Real-Life Stori... by Myia Hanson and Jeremy Hanson
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This week on Morning Crankers, Hans and Roxy dive headfirst into the wild, weird, and surprisingly hilarious side of Valentine’s Day.Forget the roses and chocolate — we’re talking about the real stories behind February 14th. From the shocking origins of Saint Valentine to bizarre historical love traditions that would never survive modern HR departments, this episode uncovers the craziest Valentine’s Day facts you’ve probably never heard.Then we travel overseas to Japan, where Valentine’s Day culture flips the script. From women buying chocolate for coworkers to the booming market of high-tech “romance dolls,” we explore how modern relationships, loneliness trends, and consumer culture collide in one of the most fascinating Valentine’s Day traditions in the world.And because not everyone wants candlelight dinners and awkward date nights, we also brea ...
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