A tragic accident at Christmastime in 1917 gives way to a story of a heroic response, a lasting friendship, and a unique Christmas tradition. Read Walter’s letter to Harold, described in this story. Music in this Episode “Carrier’s Lullaby” — Blue Dot Sessions, via Free Music Archive “Quiet Serenity” — Lite Saturation, via Free Music […]
Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! Julia, Thom, and Anthony were supposed to record 2025’s “Jingle Bell Heist” this week, but as happens sometimes – especially during this busy time of the year – life got in the way and they couldn’t get their schedules to align. Not wanting to leave you hanging during the height of […]
What’s up, dudes? Remember the Mickey Mouse Club? What about its late ‘80s revival? Mike Westfall of Advent Calendar House and Tim Babb from Can’t Wait for Christmas are with me to talk “The All New Mickey Mouse Club Christmas Special!” In this 33rd episode of the 4th season, recurring character Wendy Wallow starts a […]
Send us a text Jeff and Jay join Squidward on the sewer slide! Listen to this episode of the Horror for the Holidays podcast Author: Horror For The Holidays Title: Stocking Stuffers Episode 44: Exploring Creepypasta Vol. 2!
Baking: Recipes & Stories from Tomb Offerings to Gingerbread Boys. Talk about disgusting food and wondrously delicious treats, along with some of the strange stories that lay behind them all Buy the book direct from the publisher (Llewellyn). (Or that other place.) Her author site at Llewellyn where you can also get her classic The […]
Today on Australia’s ONLY Christmas Podcast we have a Podcast a day, every day from now till Christmas. We discuss the massive impact Mariah Carey has had on modern Day Christmas and how the Christmas of 1994 changed the world as we know it. We have the ultimate tips and tricks on how to get […]
11 Days until Christmas. This week on the podcast, I’m comparing the top 7 hottest Christmas toys in 2025 to the hottest Christmas toys in 1997. Today’s episode is all about Pixel arcade advent calendar VS Polly Pocket If you would like to pick up the Closer to Christmas Coloring Book that I released, for yourself, […]
It’s December! Let’s get festive with the history of Christmas cards, a modern take on a classic carol by a British musician, and a TV combo of Shakespeare and Dickens for a festive special! First Ever Xmas Card Video In Dulci Jubilo: Mike Oldfield Swimming The Little Unsaid Kings College Choir Listen to this episode […]
Dickens and department stores! Scrooge (1970) Howard Morris – Department Store Santa Claus (1960) Tom Lehrer – A Christmas Carol (1959) Department store Christmas mascots Closing songs (by us and friends): Alana – Christmas Bacon (2019) Nora – All I Want for Christmas (Is My Two Front Teeth) (2015) Light Drizzle – Presents (2022) Patreon […]
Send us a text It’s the last episode from our home of 20 years and the last episode before Christmas! Join me for some updates, a fun Christmas tasting game with my best friend Karin and some more holiday surprises. Wishing you the merriest Christmas and Happiest New Year!! @marysmerrychristmaspodcast Listen to this episode of […]
Merry Christmas! Come see what’s behind the door for today on the Christmas Every Day Advent Calendar. Listen to this episode of Christmas Everyday Author: Christmaseverydayshow Title: It’s the Christmas Every Day Advent Calendar! December 14
🎄 It is once again Scrooge Sunday, and the time has come to awkwardly smoosh our spirits through the walls of our bedchamber and float back to 2004 for a special TV movie based on Alan Menken’s musical adaptation of “A Christmas Carol,” starring Kelsey Grammer as Scrooge, Jason Alexander as Marley’s Ghost, Jennifer Love […]
One of my favorite parts of Christmas is the lights! My guest today is new author Makennah Johnston, who has just published a wonderful children’s story called “The McBrights”: “Every Christmas Eve, the McBrights dazzle from the branches of the Evergreen Tree in Henbrook’s town square, warming hearts with their old-fashioned glow. This year, however, […]
Today on Australia’s ONLY Christmas Podcast we have a Podcast a day, every day from now till Christmas. We discuss Christmas Burnout. The invisible exhaustion that may really impact your health this Christmas, and how to avoid it . We have the ultimate list of the best Christmas Movies that will instantly lift your mood […]
12 Days until Christmas. This week on the podcast, I’m comparing the top 7 hottest Christmas toys in 2025 to the hottest Christmas toys in 1997. Today’s episode is all about Marshmallow Madness VS Classic Board Games If you would like to pick up the Closer to Christmas Coloring Book that I released, for yourself, or […]
Merry Christmas! Come see what’s behind the door for today on the Christmas Every Day Advent Calendar. Listen to this episode of Christmas Everyday Author: Christmaseverydayshow Title: It’s the Christmas Every Day Advent Calendar! December 13
Boy, are we right in the thick of this Christmas season. Thanksgiving was just a little over two weeks ago. Christmas Day is just a little under two weeks from today. I suppose that makes it peak Christmas season. So, what better time to come together again for a Christmas Past family gathering? Today, it’s another special […]
Discover the surprising, two-thousand-year journey of the lutin, France’s iconic mischievous spirit. Once born from the Roman sea god Neptune, lutins evolved into medieval house goblins, regional tricksters, and—much later—the playful Christmas helpers of Père Noël. This episode uncovers their ancient origins, regional variations, magical abilities, and the rise of the modern lutin farceur tradition […]