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Mardi Gras! One month late

Stuff You Should Know

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Mardi Gras: Traditions and Safety

This chapter explores the vibrant traditions of Mardi Gras parades, including the roles of crew leaders and the significance of unique themes. It highlights the evolution of parade throws, specifically focusing on the change from Cracker Jack boxes to moon pies for safety reasons. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of fire safety, urging listeners to adopt critical measures like sleeping with closed doors.

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