Entries by e_xander

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Backstory: Ded Moroz

Ded Moroz (“Grandfather Frost”), went from folk tale to fairy tale, from beloved symbol of Christmas to exile, and then back to beloved symbol, all in surprisingly short order. It’s a story of ups and downs, set against the backdrop of a violent social and political revolution, and which resulted in a strange stint as […]

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Top 10 Lesser Known ‘80s Christmas Songs pt1 (w/ Vinnie Brezinsky)

What’s up, dudes? You know “Last Christmas.” You’ve heard “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” and the “A Very Special Christmas” album. Did you know there is a plethora of Christmas albums and singles from the ‘80s? Vinnie Brezinsky from Huey and Bax and I dig into lesser known ‘80s Christmas songs! From Lori Loughlin’s “Rudolph […]

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Claus Universe

Author Tony Bertauski, the author of the “Claus Universe” series, joins us to talk about his clean adventure and fantasy world he created for young adult and other readers. Listen to this episode of the Sleigh Bells & Mistletoe Christmas Podcast Author: Rikki Meece and Mary Richards, Christmas Podcasters Title: Claus Universe

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Christmas in Argentina – Celebrations, Traditions, and Festive Feasts

What does Christmas look like in the middle of summer? In this episode, we travel to Argentina to explore how this vibrant country celebrates the holiday season. From warm-weather traditions and outdoor gatherings to unique Christmas decorations like fireworks and pesebres (nativity scenes), Argentina brings its own special charm to the holidays. Learn about the […]

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Christmas Podding -How to handle a new person at Christmas Dinner this year?

Coming up today on Christmas Podding, Australia’s ONLY Christmas podcast, we celebrate our 200th episode. We look back on our first Christmas together and how things have changed as we embark on Christmas 2024. We tackle the uncomfortable issue of having an unknown or new guest sharing Christmas lunch with your family this year. Plus […]

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8 Days Until Christmas! (Original Christmas Song Battle)

We’re just over a week until Christmas. It’s really here. Can you believe it?! 🎄Vote on today’s daily Christmas Music Battle: https://pollforall.com/pk08q2jm 🎄Keep track of all of the battle songs: https://www.christmasmorningpodcast.com/songs 🎄Listen to the Christmas Battle Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4L8i6OUEAKUn1Z32nJ45Tp?si=87e41e380cc940a8 🎄Stay up to date on Christmas TV: http://www.mostlychristmas.com/christmastvschedule/1/ — 🎄Email us: christmasmorningpodcast@gmail.com 🎄Subscribe to Christmas Morning here: […]

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The Christmas Cousins’ Holiday Plans, Seth tree follow up & Top 3 Show Moments!

The Christmas Cousins, Chad and Seth, and King of All Superfans, Christmas Cousin Lee, gather for a festive check-in to reveal their holiday plans. Will Seth be celebrating from the deck of his yacht, lounging at one of his luxurious villas, or surprising us with something even more extravagant? Meanwhile, Chad shares his cozy Christmas […]

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Your Christmas Memories 2024

Once again it’s time for one of my favorite traditions here on Christmas Past: dedicating an entire episode to you and your Christmas memories! I love these little glimpses into other people’s lives, families, memories, and all the different ways that Christmas can be celebrated and loved and made special and personal. So, get cozy. […]

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Stocking Stuffer #34: King of the Hill, “Ms Wakefield”

Season’s greetings, Creepazoids! This December we’re indulging in a few of this podcasts favorite things (there’s a Christmas song in there somewhere…). On this week’s stocking stuffer, Joe and Johnny-5 take a look at King of the Hill’s season nine Christmas episode “Ms. Wakefield”. Days before Hank Hill’s Christmas party, an old woman (voiced by […]

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73: Deck the Halls

This month, Duane and Scott dive into the surprising history of “Deck the Halls”. Songs played in this episode: Nos Galan Nos Galan (instrumental) Deck the Hall by Cambridge Singers New Year’s Night by Haydn Deck the Halls by Red Hot Chili Peppers Deck the Halls by SHeDAISY Deck the Halls/War Pigs Mashup by Aaron […]