Lupercalia: The Origin Story Of Valentines Day

Published: Feb. 15, 2022, 1 p.m.

b'In ancient Rome, Lupercalia was celebrated on February 15 every year. It was a wild Pagan celebration of sex, violence, and fertility. Scholars don\\u2019t agree on whether Lupercalia directly morphed into Valentine\\u2019s\\xa0Day, but it\\u2019s a popular theory\\n\\xa0\\nPardon My American podcast (PMA) is an opinion-based podcast that explores local and global politics, entertainment, paranormal, and culture all while having a good laugh. They keep things lighthearted as they dive into touchy subjects that inspire you to think and ask questions.\\n\\xa0\\nSupport Our Sponsors (Use Promo Code PARDON)\\n\\u25ba Lucy \\n\\u25ba Aura\\n\\xa0\\nSupport Our Show\\n\\u25ba Website\\n\\u25ba Buy Merch\\n\\u25ba Patreon\\n\\xa0\\nFollow Our Show\\n\\u25ba YouTube\\n\\u25ba Instagram\\n\\u25ba Telegram\\n\\u25ba Rumble\\n\\nSupport this podcast at \\u2014 https://redcircle.com/pardon-my-american/donations\\n\\nAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands\\n\\nPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy'