Hark Daily

December 25-26, 2023

A special Christmas edition of Hark Daily, bringing you the spirit of the holidays.

Hosted byAvery Trufelman

Curated byHark Editors

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What Happens to Our Returned Gifts?

When you send back an online purchase, it usually ends up in one giant facility whose job it is to find a new place to sell it.

What Next | Daily News and Analysis

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Christmas in San Quentin

A group of men held in San Quentin prison talk about how they celebrate the holidays together.

Uncuffed

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The Mistake Which Made ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ a Christmas Classic

Frank Capra’s movie is regularly named as one of the best Christmas movies ever. But it was such a flop when it was released, the studio went bankrupt.

The Mistake Which Made ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ a Christmas Classic

The Journal.

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David Sedaris’ Guide to Christmas Gifts

In this resurfaced interview from 1997, the hilarious David Sedaris reveals the best and worst gifts he’s ever received for Christmas.

Fresh Air

2 MINS

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The Black Santa Claus

James Gordon tells the story of what happened when he was persuaded to be the local Santa Claus, despite being Black.

The Moth

5 MINS

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Hark Daily

December 25-26, 2023

What Happens to Our Returned Gifts?

What Next | Daily News and Analysis

Christmas in San Quentin

Uncuffed

The Mistake Which Made ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ a Christmas Classic

The Journal.

David Sedaris’ Guide to Christmas Gifts

Fresh Air

The Black Santa Claus

The Moth

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