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S: 7 E:19 | How to Put Up a Christmas Tree with author Bill Hulseman
Episode 19
Sunday, 7 December, 2025
Author and ritual designer Bill Hulseman returns to the show to take us deeper into his profoundly moving and gently humorous essay collection, six to carry the casket and one to say the mass. This time, Bill helps us reimagine the meaning of the holidays—beyond the performative gratitude and commercial frenzy. In this episode, Bill discusses two standout essays from his book: Grateful and How to Put Up a Christmas Tree. Through personal stories of family, grief, queerness, and complicated traditions, Bill reveals how the holidays can be both beautiful and deeply painful. From hand turkeys and Lincoln's Thanksgiving proclamation to moments of heartbreak behind a glowing Christmas tree, Bill invites us to hold space for both memory and renewal. Whether you're someone who dreads the season or seeks to find new meaning in old rituals, this conversation will offer you perspective, comfort, and maybe even inspiration to create your own traditions. This is a raw, honest, and reflective episode for anyone who's ever felt out of place during the holidays—and for those looking to reconnect with what matters most. #six tocarrythecasket #BillHulseman #holidaygrief #ritualdesign #queerauthors #BooksThatMakeYou
