Danny Pelligrino is a bestselling author, actor, and screenwriter. His latest book, The Jolliest Bunch: Unhinged Holiday Stories, is a nostalgic trip through his most festive memories in a collection of stories that are heartfelt, hilarious, and — for better or worse — true. I caught up with Danny earlier this year to talk about the book, Christmas, family, and more.

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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.

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Ken from the Sounds of Christmas talks to Cliff Beach about his jazz album, his R&B album and his new Christmas single – all released in 2024, plus inspiration from Ella Fitzgerald, Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Prince, Al Green and so much more!

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Closer to Christmas

35 Days until Christmas. A quick story about the time Frosty stole Santa’s sled.

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…)

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35 Days, Frosty stole Santa’s sled.

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Are you having yourself a merry little Christmas? If not, listen to todays episode!

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35 Days Until Christmas! (“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” Song Battle)

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The Christmas Cousins are joined by fan-favorite Christmas aficionado Joe for a mid-November festive progress report. How is Seth’s holiday spirit journey shaping up? What are his Thanksgiving and Christmas plans? And why didn’t Seth tell anyone about his new tattoo? Joe notices the ink, and let’s just say things get hilariously awkward. Plus, a sneak peek at upcoming episodes to keep you feeling merry and bright!
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In this episode, Chris & Kris give updates about how the decorations are progressing around the City. They also answer some listener questions.

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Closer to Christmas

36 Days until Christmas. Im sure we can all hope to have an affordable Christmas.

 

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…)

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Another Tuesday, another batch of original Christmas songs!

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Last time, we discussed the Christmas slasher P2. This week we follow it up with a look at that film’s unofficial 2023 Hindi remake, simply titled “I Love You”. Same premise, same setting, there’s a holiday involved (in this case Diwali)… I don’t know what surprised us more: The fact that we’re even covering this movie on our podcast in the first place, or the fact that we all actually kinda liked it?

For our purposes, we have a fun time comparing the two movies, and seeing what elements of the original translate to a film made halfway around the world. We fully realize three white Americans are the last people who should be discussing anything related to Diwali or Indian cinema in general, so we hope you’ll bear with us as we tread some new territory for Christmas Creeps!

Also! Returning guest Dr. Nick delivers a late-episode derail into video game chat about the Ace Attorney games. So never let it be said that this podcast doesn’t stay extremely on-brand about absolutely everything…

Questions/Comments? Email us at XmasCreeps@gmail.comTweet us @ChristmasCreepsVisit us on the web at ChristmasCreeps.com! Join us on our Discord channel!

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Have you ever wondered what happened to some of the characters in Bedford Falls after the events of “It’s a Wonderful Life”? My guest today is author John Theo, and he wondered the same thing and has written a piece of fan fiction exploring that very thing. Get ready for a wonderful new cozy story, and then stay tuned for Friday, as I have John Theo back on the podcast as a guest and we talk about this story and more.

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TGI Podcast

Happy Tuesday! We are a little over a week away from Thanksgiving and we decided to make a stop at Brooklyn Nine-Nine to celebrate!

Come find out more about Matt’s history with the show and to see if this gets a “You got it, dude!” or a No way, Jose!”

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Closer to Christmas

37 Days until Christmas. A Huge Single sculpture!

 

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…)

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There is a lot of fun to be had during the holidays. In this episode, I have lots of party ideas to share with you. Come celebrate with me!

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Mary’s Merry Christmas Podcast – Who’s Ready to Party?

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The Rockefeller tree is back and so are we! Join us all week for daily episodes of Christmas Morning!

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Christmas Countdown Show 2022

The holiday season is officially here, and it’s time to get your festive game on with Christmas Countdown! In this jolly episode, hosts Eric Petersen and Danny Jordan are sharing their Top 10 Tips and Tricks for throwing the ultimate holiday party—because nothing says Christmas like a celebration filled with good food, great friends, and a dash of holiday magic.

But that’s not all! The dynamic duo also gives you a sneak peek into their own holiday lives. Eric talks about his love for real Christmas trees (we’re talking pine-scented perfection) and why they’re a must-have for him every season. Plus, he shares some of his favorite Christmas-themed memes and unique holiday finds that’ll have you laughing out loud and feeling the Christmas cheer.

From quirky party ideas to festive decor inspiration, this episode is packed with holiday hacks to help you host the best celebration of the season. It’s all about making your party unforgettable—and maybe even stealing a few ideas from Eric and Danny!

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Tis the Podcast

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics!

This week, join Julia, Thom, and Anthony as they gather to discuss the 2022 Hallmark Original Movie, “Our Italian Christmas Memories“. (You get one guess as to which elf will be hosting this episode based on the title alone.) Slightly more somber for a Hallmark Christmas movie, does the tone work for the elves? And how properly does the film capture the Italian holiday experience?

Well, you’ll just have to tune in to find out!

So, settle back with your favorite holiday drink, relax, and enjoy this festive treat, which is the perfect way to kick off your week! As always, thanks for your love and support, y’all!

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Jeff watches The Advent Calendar (2021) and discusses it with himself while Jay struggles to understand the assignment.

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Christmas Eve on Sesame Street (1978)

Slade – “Merry Xmas Everybody” (1973)

Salsoul Orchestra – “Sleigh Ride” (1976)

Ten popular toys from the 1970s


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