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It's No Joke: The Origins of April Fools' Day

It's No Joke: The Origins of April Fools' Day

2021-04-01
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April 1st each year is an occasion in which practical jokes and mischievous mayhem of every kind are played out against unsuspecting "victims." Known as April Fools' Day, its specific origins are unknown but stem from a myriad of sources that span the course of human history. Tune in to this fun episode to find out all about it!
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