Happy Thursday! This week on ‘The List’ we are counting down some movies very near and dear to my heart! Since I am from the Chicagoland area, I figured we should rank our favorite Christmas movies set in this area!
Come give it a listen and see if you agree!
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Author: Matt Eurich
Title: The List: Best Chicagoland Christmas Movies
Merry Christmas!
It’s a packed show, and we start off with a not particularly good version of A Christmas Carol from 2001. It’s animated and has the voices of Kate Winslet, Simon Callow and Nic Cage as Jacon Marley.
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Next up is A Story of Shame from our listener Nettie Tebeau.
Then it’s our yearly chat with Scott Newman of Tinsel Tunes. This time we look at the King of Christmas (at least in the UK), Cliff Richard. He’s been part of the Christmas number 1 four times and he’s also released a whole bunch of other Christmas songs (and 2 albums). We talk about 4 of his songs and you can check them out here:
Cliff Richard & The Shadows – I Love You
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNRDiVcTrPI
Saviours Day
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTI8CWSiZ40
Whenever God Shines His Light
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=–XE4CYGRSY
21st Century Christmas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2ZpCKiA7W8
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Last episode we talked about The Unofficial Elf Cookbook by Bryton Taylor, and this episode we doing the draw to see who the lucky winner is. The name is picked out by Robin, one of the hosts of I’m Not Complaining with Robin & Juno.
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Then it’s the Quiz and you can test yourself against our guest Mike Westfall from The Advent Calendar House Podcast.
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Merry Christmas!
Listen to this episode of Total Christmas Podcast
Author: Jack
Title: Episode 122 – The King of Christmas
In this bonus episode, join Duane as he unwraps 8 fresh Christmas tunes for the 2024 season, spotlighting independent and lesser-known artists. Get ready to discover your next holiday favorites! 🎄🎶
Step Carse – The True Miricle of Christmas
Annie Vander – Ornamental Christmas
Laura Pursell – Three Miles from Christmas
Stella Cole – It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas
Vanna and Me – Christmas Across My Mind
Alison Wahl and Brian Berggoetz – Christmas Is the Right Time for Us
Kerry Kearney – Santa’s Got a Brand-New Bag
The English Assassin – Peace at Christmas
What was Duane’s favorite?
What will be your new favorite?
Listen to this episode of Tinsel Tunes Podcast
Author: Tinsel Tunes
Title: 72: New Music for 2024 Season
21 Days until Christmas.Love them, or hate them, reality tv shows are here to stay. There have been several Christmas themed reality shows over the years.
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 would love to hear your feedback. Email me at closertochristmaspodcast@gmail.com Please rate and review the podcast wherever you are listening, it helps spread the word, and I appreciate it from the bottom of my heart. To check out any visual component to this epidode, check out my Youtube page: 
/ @closertochristmas…
And finally, and HUGE thank you to my brother, Kevin, for allowing me to use his music throughout my show. If you like what you hear, you can pick up his album on Itunes, which can be found here: A solstice night on Apple music or A Solstice Night on Amazon (https://amazon.com/music/player/album…)
Listen to this episode of Closer to Christmas
Author: Charles Ague
Title: 21 Days, Christmas themed reality tv shows
Dreaming of a white Christmas? This podcast is for you! Share it with a friend!
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This week, the Christmas Cousins welcome Kira Dineen, award-winning host of the DNA Today podcast and a renowned geneticist, to unwrap a fascinating holiday mystery: could there be a genetic reason some people are extra into the holiday spirit?
Kira also shares her family’s cherished Polish Christmas traditions. Whether you’re a holiday superfan or just curious about what’s in your DNA, this episode is a festive, fun, and thought-provoking ride.
Audience Question:
Do you think your love for Christmas is nature, nurture, or both? Have any unique holiday traditions in your family been passed down for generations?
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Author: Christmas Cousins Pod
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What’s up, dudes? Nicholas Pepin of Pop Culture Roulette, Jeff Loftin from Lost Christmas, and winner of the super secret listener contest Travis Van Hauen join me to talk about the early ‘80s fad Wacky Wall Walkers! Yes, we “Deck the Halls with Wacky Walls!”
When the King of the Wall Walkers discovers a new star, he sends his exploration team out to investigate. Arriving on Earth, they learn of Christmas, and set out to uncover its secrets and its meaning. By observing the inhabitants of the town, they subsequently begin to believe Christmas is about decorating and dinner. The octopodal aliens even sneak into a mall wearing Santa suits and out a mall Santa as a phony!
Meanwhile, a spoiled brat throws a fit and accidentally winds up with the leader of the group as a new present. He blackmails them into helping him earn money so he can buy a thousand dollar toy car. However, on the way back to the mall, the gang stops at an orphanage and learns the true meaning of Christmas. Consequently, the brat donates all the money and some of his old toys to the orphans, much to the delight of his exasperated parents. The Wall Walkers take Christmas back to their planet Kling-Kling.
Neon Nativity? Check. Interstellar travel? Yep. Tuna casserole? Oof! So grab your Santa suits and walk up the walls to this episode on “Deck the Halls with Wacky Walls!”
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Author: Gerry D / Nicholas Pepin, Jeff Loftin, Travis Van Hauen
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🎄It’s 1984, and Santa’s in front of a firing squad because his executioner didn’t appreciate the socks he got last Christmas.
The slime is an extra festive shade of green in this Christmas episode of the show that defined Nickelodeon’s early years, featuring an all-star cast of the 5 most featured kid actors of “You Can’t Do That on Television.”
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Shawn Robare (Plastic Rocket Pop, Cult Film Club, Wolfman’s Got Nards)
Steven (UFO Club, The Bigfoot Club)
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1. Watch the Christmas episode on Facebook.
2. Shawn’s piece of the Prevert Family’s living room wallpaper.
3. Nick Knacks on “You Can’t Do That on Television.”
4. Mike pitches a sequel to “Santa Claus: The Movie” on SequelQuest (2020).
5. “UFO Kidnapped,” a TV pilot featuring much of the same cast of kids.
6. Les Lye as Professor Coldheart in “The Care Bears in the Land Without Feelings.”
7. How we’ve fielded the question of Santa’s one-night flight.
8. Abby Hagyard (Mom) on YouTube.
9. Ice Cream Dolls, The Visible Man, and the G.I. Joe Motorized Battle Tank.
10. Calvin and Hobbes makes the same “Santa wants beer” joke.
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“You Can’t Do That on Television” Green Slime Shampoo (circa 1987)
“A Very Zelda Christmas,” by DarkNuck, on Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube.
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“You Can’t Do That on Television” © 1984 Carleton Productions.
Theme song by Bronwen’s Ghost.
Full show notes and social links at adventcalendar.house.
Listen to this episode of the Advent Calendar House podcast
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Title: You Can’t Do That on Television: Christmas
The creative team of Rankin and Bass have produced some of the most enduring, nostalgia-producing Christmas specials in television history. Historian and biographer Rick Goldschmidt joins Brian to tell the story of how an art director and an ad jingle writer became “the kings of Christmas.”
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Christmas Past: The Fascinating Stories Behind Our Favorite Holiday’s Traditions makes a great gift for all the Christmas lovers in your life. Available in hardcover and audiobook. Find it wherever books are sold, like Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
Listen to this episode of the Christmas Past
Author: Brian Earl
Title: Backstory: Rankin/Bass Christmas Specials
Everything’s bigger in Texas, including Christmas! In this episode, we’re exploring the Lone Star State’s unique holiday traditions, shaped by its rich blend of cultures. From German-inspired Christmas markets to Mexican tamales and posadas, Texas celebrates the season in style. We’ll also uncover the story behind the iconic lighting displays in towns like Fredericksburg and Grapevine, known as the Christmas Capital of Texas.
Discover how cowboy boots meet twinkling lights, why luminarias line Texas streets, and the way barbecue becomes part of holiday feasts. Whether it’s dancing under the stars at a holiday rodeo or enjoying a Texas Christmas craft beer, Christmas in Texas is a celebration like no other.
At the end of the episode, don’t miss a special reading from The Lost Years of Santa Claus, the book that uncovers Santa’s hidden adventures and the stories that shaped his legend. Saddle up for some holiday cheer—Texas style! 🎄🤠
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The Christmas Song/Heaven/Slow 3/4 Song by Peter Evans, Tom Blancarte, and Brandon Seabrook – CC by 3.0
Santa Claws is Coming by Ergo Phizmiz – CC by 3.0
holiday by Dee Yan-Key – CC by 3.0
Listen to this episode of the Lost Christmas Podcast
Author: The Chronicler
Title: Christmas in Texas: A Festive Fusion!
22 Days until Christmas. Have you had a mince pie? I have yet to try one, but always have wanted one.
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 would love to hear your feedback. Email me at closertochristmaspodcast@gmail.com Please rate and review the podcast wherever you are listening, it helps spread the word, and I appreciate it from the bottom of my heart. To check out any visual component to this epidode, check out my Youtube page: / @closertochristmas…
And finally, and HUGE thank you to my brother, Kevin, for allowing me to use his music throughout my show. If you like what you hear, you can pick up his album on Itunes, which can be found here: A solstice night on Apple music or A Solstice Night on Amazon (https://amazon.com/music/player/album…)
Listen to this episode of Closer to Christmas
Author: Charles Ague
Title: 22 Days, Mince Pies
The Christmas Cousins are back, bellies full and stories ready! Join Cousins Chad and Seth as they recap their Thanksgiving celebrations—were there any hilarious mishaps, standout moments, or memorable dishes? Now that the turkey leftovers are gone, are the Cousins in full festive mode, or is someone still holding onto that pumpkin spice vibe? Tune in to hear how the Cousins officially shift gears to all things Christmas.
Audience Question:
What was your favorite Thanksgiving moment this year? Are you diving headfirst into Christmas, or are you still sneaking bites of pie? Let us know at ChristmasCousins@gmail.com!
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Listen to this episode of the Christmas Cousins podcast
Author: Christmas Cousins Pod
Title: Thanksgiving Recap: Cousins, Chaos, and Christmas Mode Engaged!
It’s officially December which means it’s the perfect time to find some new original Christmas music to add to a playlist! Luck for you, we got you covered!
🎄Vote on today’s daily Christmas Music Battle: https://pollforall.com/pkeepe9r
🎄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/
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Title: 22 Days Until Christmas! (Original Christmas Song Battle)
Happy Tuesday! And more importantly, Happy December! We’ve *officially* hit our favorite time of the year. To celebrate, we are covering a TGIF staple on the podcast with Family Matters!
This episode has great 90s decorations, some funny quips and we get a great lesson from Steve Urkel on the true meaning of Christmas!
Tune in now!
Listen to this episode of the TGI Podcast
Author: Matt Eurich
Title: Family Matters: Christmas Is Where The Heart Is
23 Days until Christmas. Each year, we have a tradition where we each make a christmas themed food, and post it online for votes who’s is the best!
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 would love to hear your feedback. Email me at closertochristmaspodcast@gmail.com Please rate and review the podcast wherever you are listening, it helps spread the word, and I appreciate it from the bottom of my heart. To check out any visual component to this epidode, check out my Youtube page: / @closertochristmas…
And finally, and HUGE thank you to my brother, Kevin, for allowing me to use his music throughout my show. If you like what you hear, you can pick up his album on Itunes, which can be found here: A solstice night on Apple music or A Solstice Night on Amazon (https://amazon.com/music/player/album…)
Listen to this episode of Closer to Christmas
Author: Charles Ague
Title: 23 Days, Family Food Fight?
Well, our little Seasonal Sophomore, Cousin Seth, continues on his journey of holiday growth, exploration and drinking in public out of a beer stein with his first ever trip to a Christmas Market!
We cover all of the festive, cozy details in our latest episode!
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Listen to this episode of the Christmas Cousins podcast
Author: Christmas Cousins Pod
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Do you hear what I hear? It’s the first December episode of Christmas Morning!
🎄Vote on today’s daily Christmas Music Battle: https://pollforall.com/p38zd2px
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🎄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/
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Title: 23 days until Christmas! (“Do You Hear What I Hear?” Song Battle)
🎄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 the top of the top of a Christmas tree fit for an eccentric future Iron Man. Also starring shy butler Leslie Nielsen, homesick Swedish maid Stockard Channing, and a pre-Bobo Bobo the Bear.
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Anthony Strand (ToughPigs.com, Movin’ Right Along, Bluesky)
Tim Babb (Can’t Wait for Christmas Podcast)
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1. Mr. Willowby’s Christmas Tree: 1995 broadcast with commercials.
3. The original book.
4. An odd TV promo featuring Brian Cummings’ Kermit the Frog impression.
5. Kermit and Miss Piggy’s music video of “She Drives Me Crazy,” featuring Leslie Nielsen.
6. Movin’ Right Along talks Kermit: Unpigged.
7. The Sesame Street Muppets on “The West Wing” with Stockard Channing.
8. Mama and Papa Bear are Beth from “The Muppets Take Manhattan” and the future Bobo from “Muppets Tonight.”
9. “Jim Henson’s Animal Show” on Owls… and Humans.
10. Sandra Bullock plays the glass harp in “Miss Congeniality.”
11. An Oreo commercial where a mall Santa takes off his beard way too quickly.
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Dizzy Grizzlies and Ritz Air Crisps (1995)
“Santa in His Own Words,” a book by North Pole Radio’s Matt Spaulding.
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“Mr. Willowby’s Christmas Tree” © 1995 Jim Henson Productions, Inc.
Theme song by Bronwen’s Ghost.
Full show notes and social links at adventcalendar.house.
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Title: Mr. Willowby’s Christmas Tree