Welcome, listeners, to this special bonus episode of Neural Newscast. I'm Thomas Reynolds, and I'm here with my wonderful co-host, Sophia Reed. Today, we're diving into the history of Mother's Day, a holiday that holds a special place in many hearts around the world.
In this episode:
๐ท Discover the origins of Mother's Day, from ancient traditions to modern celebrations.
๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Learn about Anna Jarvis's campaign to establish Mother's Day as a national holiday in the U.S.
๐ Explore the commercialization of Mother's Day and Anna Jarvis's vision for a day of sentiment and gratitude.
๐ Hear about the global variations of Mother's Day, including unique celebrations in Bolivia and alongside International Women's Day.
๐ถ Special guest Emma Blackwell shares her plans for celebrating her first Mother's Day as a new mom of twins.
Join us as we honor mothers worldwide and reflect on the true meaning of this cherished holiday.