Birthday traditions around the world often share similar aims, but use vastly different means. The birthday traditions from different countries featured in this episode of The List Show will teach you a little something about how to celebrate a special person on their big day.

The List Show is a weekly show where knowledge junkies get their fix of trivia-tastic information. It's our birthday! In celebration of a year of mental_floss on YouTube, John looks at some fascinating birthday traditions from around the world.

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