Thanksgiving Programming and Historical Reflections

As Thanksgiving approaches, various programming highlights include Arlo Guthrie's 'Alice's Restaurant' and 'Turkey Confidential' aimed at helping cooks navigate the holiday. A documentary on Minnesota wild rice explores Native American cultures and traditions, while 'Living on Earth' presents a Thanksgiving edition focusing on plant-centered eating and Native agricultural staples. In a retrospective, students reflect on past Thanksgiving experiences at Wesleyan University, revealing both heartfelt gatherings and humorous advertisements from years gone by. Meanwhile, a column celebrates gratitude and previews upcoming content, blending humor and holiday spirit. The history of Thanksgiving and its associated traditions, including the bird itself, is also explored, reflecting on the changes over time.