Episode 1176 • • 1:35:15 - 1:37:57
1176: Soest Piet
Black Pete Controversy, Soot Pete Transition in Apeldoorn
The Dutch city of Apeldoorn has banned the traditional "Black Pete" character from the annual Sinterklaas arrival, replacing him with "Soot Pete." This new version features soot smudges rather than full blackface, intended to represent a character who has come down a chimney. The change follows years of protests and national debate regarding racist stereotypes in folklore.