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Why many Jewish families order Chinese food on Christmas

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It's a holiday tradition for many Jewish families: ordering Chinese takeout on Christmas. How did this happen?

A group of New York City high schoolers shared their reporting with NPR's Student Podcast Challenge.

This segment aired on December 24, 2025.

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