🎄It’s 1995, and Robert Downey Jr. may or may not be holding Kermit the Frog hostage until he gets his perfect Christmas tree. The Advent Calendar House is back in time for a freakin’ country bear jamberoo as a family of Muppet mice risk their lives to bring home the top of the top of […]
Ho ho ho! Get ready for a jolly good time on this week’s Christmas Countdown with your favorite holiday duo, Eric Petersen and Danny Jordan! The guys are diving into the festive fun with their Top 5 New Catchphrases for Santa Claus — because, let’s face it, Santa could use a little upgrade on his […]
The more than 75-year success story of Toys for Tots may seem like a fairly simple story: the Marine Corp reserve starts up a holiday charity for needy kids. But there’s more to it than that. From humble, almost accidental beginnings in 1947, the program was able to grow through a unique mix of show […]
Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! And December! Can you believe we’re finally here? We sure can’t! To kick off the official holiday season the correct way, enjoy this episode in which the elves gather to discuss three Disney Christmas shorts: 1952’s “Pluto’s Christmas Tree“ 2024’s “The Boy and the Octopus“ 2024’s “An Almost Christmas Story“ We […]
Forget Downton Abbey – We’re heading to Sugar Plum Manor! In today’s episode I talk to author Roseanna M. White. She has a new Christmas romance set in the Edwardian-Era England! “Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor” draws inspiration from the Nutcracker and weaves a magical tale of love and friendship at Christmastime. This is also the […]
On this episode Jay’s wife has your hosts watch Christmas With The Campbells, also Jay invents a new character in the movie named Zach, and finally a mystery from the first episode of the podcast gets an answer. Listen to this episode of the Horror for the Holidays podcast Author: Horror For The Holidays Title: […]
Send us a text Ken from the Sounds of Christmas talks to singer/songwriter James Robert Webb about splitting his time between medicine and music, his new version of “Old Toy Trains” and the possible re-release of his Christmas album, along with conversation about lots and lots of music! James Robert Webb Website James Robert Webb […]
For this episode we went live again at the last minute, so we were joined by some friends in the chat. Our next scheduled livestream will be on December 13th, when we record the final two episodes of the year. Come join us! The Carpenters – Christmas Portrait (TV special, 1978) John Denver – “Aspenglow” […]
24 Days until Christmas. If you have a 25 day advent calendar, today is the day to start! If you would like to pick up the Closer to Christmas Coloring Book that I released, for yourself, or as a gift for someone, you can do so, by clicking here: https://a.co/d/7n5QjOr… can follow me here: @closertoxmas You […]
What’s up, dudes? I’ve got Anthony Caruso from ‘Tis the Podcast and Jeff Loftin from Lost Christmas with me to talk the greatness that is “The Year Without a Santa Claus” from Rankin Bass! Released in ‘74, it aired all throughout the ‘80s! When Santa Claus wakes up with a mysterious magical illness that affects […]
Ana Marie Dinu, the creator of Magical Underland Christmas Tree Tent, joins us to talk about how Christmas tree tents bring wonder and joy to the holiday, where kids can play, dream, and wait for Santa! Listen to this episode of the Sleigh Bells & Mistletoe Christmas Podcast Author: Rikki Meece and Mary Richards, Christmas […]
Welcome to episode 127 of Holly Jolly X’masu! In this episode, I talk about Takeshi Terauchi’s 1983 album, “Electric Merry Christmas.” I hope you’ve enjoyed learning about Takeshi Terauchi’s life and career, and listening to his Christmas music. The term “legend” tends to get thrown around a lot, but Terry truly lived up to the […]
This month, Scott and Duane discuss the iconic song “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch.” Versions played in this episode: Thurl Ravenscroft Voice Play (Acapella) Small Town Titans (Rock) Brittany Smith (Contemporary Christafariband (Reggae) Famous for a Century (Metal) Matt Forbes (Jazz/Crooner) Darius Rucker (Country) Matrtrixx (Trap) Greg Kerr (Pop Punk) The Holophonics (Ska) Listen […]
25 Days until Christmas. St. Andrews day, and preparing for the start of the advent calendar. If you would like to pick up the Closer to Christmas Coloring Book that I released, for yourself, or as a gift for someone, you can do so, by clicking here: https://a.co/d/7n5QjOr… can follow me here: @closertoxmas You can also […]
Send us a text This is OUR episode. Come along as I dive into the ideas, traditions, questions and memories you shared in my Christmas giveaway. This episode is full of yummy surprises. Keep on sharing your Christmas spirit! Listen to this episode of the Mary’s Merry Christmas Podcast podcast Author: Mary Title: Mary’s Merry […]
Welcome to episode 126 of Holly Jolly X’masu! In this episode, I talk about Takeshi Terauchi’s 1979 album, “Let’s Go! Terry X’mas.” I hope you’re enjoying my coverage of Takeshi Terauchi. If you like Christmas Rock, you can’t go wrong with Terry. “Let’s Go! Terry X’mas” has a great, late 70s vibe to it, with […]
26 Days until Christmas. Black Friday, the start to the Christmas shopping season! If you would like to pick up the Closer to Christmas Coloring Book that I released, for yourself, or as a gift for someone, you can do so, by clicking here: https://a.co/d/7n5QjOr… can follow me here: @closertoxmas You can also email me, I […]
Ever wonder how Christmas cookies became a beloved holiday tradition? In this episode, we’re diving into the delicious history of Christmas cookies, tracing their journey from ancient spice-filled treats to the beautifully decorated confections we know today. Learn how baking traditions from around the world—from gingerbread houses in Germany to black pepper cookies in Norway—shaped […]