The author reflects on growing up in a Jewish family in Manchester during the 1950s and the complexities of celebrating Christmas as Jews.

Non-Jewish spouses in interfaith marriages have varying levels of connection to Judaism and the Jewish community.

The author recounts her childhood desire for a Christmas tree and her parents' insistence that as Jews, they do not have Christmas trees.

In "Chrismukkah in Texas," the Essinger family in Texas celebrates a hybrid Christmas and Hanukkah with a blend of traditions.

In episode 71 of "Unorthodox," the podcast celebrates Christmas with a Jewish twist, featuring guests who discuss various aspects of the holiday season.

The author reflects on their Jewish family's unique Christmas traditions, including celebrating Hanukkah alongside a housekeeper's Christmas tree decorated by the children, attending holiday parties serving both Jewish and Christmas dishes, such as turkey with cranberries and sauerkraut casserole.