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The history behind Black Friday

Make Me Smart

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Unpacking Black Friday Traditions

This chapter explores the origins and cultural significance of Black Friday in America, tracing its name back to the 1950s and its association with the Army-Navy football game in Philadelphia. The discussion includes personal anecdotes about shopping experiences, both in-store and online, as well as the joy of gift-giving during the holiday season. Humor and nostalgia punctuate the conversation as the speakers reflect on the transformation of Black Friday into a beloved shopping holiday.

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