FtV - The Jingle Bells Scandal

Welcome to New England Legends From the Vault – FtV Episode 92 –  Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger explore the controversial roots of the song “Jingle Bells,” and its connection to Medford and Boston, Massachusetts. Is it just an innocent Christmas carol about a ride in the snow, or is it a circa 1850 song about a booty call? You’ll never hear this tune the same after this! Kelley Cocuzzo McCauley joins us on piano. This episode first aired December 21, 2017   Listen ad-free plus get early access and bonus episodes at: https://www.patreon.com/NewEnglandLegends