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Join us for an exciting episode of the Christmas Cousins Podcast as we welcome the inimitable Brandon Gray, better known as Bran from the Deck the Hallmark podcast and Christmas Morning!
Bran is a seasoned Christmas and Hallmark expert and enthusiast, and today, we’re diving deep into all things Christmas with him.
First up, we’ll delve into a quick recap of Bran’s background (though let’s face it, who doesn’t know him by now?). Then, we’ll review the hilarious journey we’ve taken Cousin Seth on throughout the show and get Bran’s unique take on it.
But that’s not all! Bran will share his top-notch tips on how both Cousin Seth and the entire Christmas Cousins Community how to keep the spirit going year-round.
With Bran’s expertise and Christmas magic, get ready for a jolly and insightful discussion that will leave you feeling merry and bright!
So grab your frozen cocoa, cozy up by the outdoor firepit, and join us for an unforgettable Christmas chat with Bran from Deck the Hallmark!
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For this fourth episode of ‘Tis the Soundtrack, we’re taking a look at how things will shape up for the rest of 2024 including unveiling the Stealth Christmas playlist and the Chrismometer.
We trust that all the wonderful mothers out there had a splendid Mother’s Day celebration! This week, the elves kick off the episode by discussing the recent storms and harsh weather conditions. They then dive into the ongoing horror-themed month!
The highlight of the episode is the elves’ review of the 2023 holiday horror film, “There’s Something in the Barn.” This one manages to wow all 3 elves, making it a must-watch for horror and holiday enthusiasts.
Tune in to join the elves on this entertaining journey!
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This week on Australia’s ONLY Christmas Podcast, Christmas Podding Liam and Ness tackle the issue of Teens and Christmas. What do you do to get them keen, involve them and help rekindle the magic that gets lost the older they get?
What needs to be considered when buying anew home. The things to look for now that will enhance your festive season plus
A new TOP 25 list of the best Christmas Movies of all time has been released and we disagree vehemently with it. Let the festive sparks fly , coming up on the recently voted SECOND BEST Christmas Podcast on the Planet (Now fortnightly) Christmas Podding.
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It’s another episode and you’re great.
First up we have the quiz, and Adam, the host of Merry Britsmas Podcast has a go. He scored 9, I only scored 7, see how you get on.
Check out Adam’s Podcast here:
merrybritsmas.podbean.com
Then Bob Baker is here with Do You Hear What I Hear and he discusses the word Sod.
Usually his research is top rate, but this time he makes a bit of an error. We still love him though.
Then I have a Christmas Book Review. It’s a short story called Job Warner’s Christmas and it’s by Alger Horatio. It’s a delightful little story and I think you’ll like it.
Have a read here:
ulib.niu.edu/rarebooks/Alger/DigRepos/jobwarner.html
This episode’s Christmas All Over The World is the legend of The Devil’s Knell from Yorkshire, here in the UK. It’s a great story.
Next up Bob Baker is back with Spread A Smile of Joy. A lot of people give to charity at Christmas, but maybe think about doing it throughout the year.
Check out Bob’s great podcast, Festive Foreign Film Fans, here:
4fpodcast.buzzsprout.com
This episode’s version of A Christmas Carol is another pupper one, this time all the puppets and props are made of cardboard. It’s a charming affair so give it a look:
This episode’s recommendation is Librivox. They have hundreds of free audiobooks that are all in the public domain.
Check it out:
Librivox.org
Get in touch…
Email: totalchristmas@gmail.com
Website: totalchristmaspodcast.com
Welcome back Christmas Cousins to an adventurous episode of the Christmas Cousins Podcast!
In this installment, we’re diving into the world of unique and eccentric beers with our special guests, Joe – the Christmas Aficionado, and Bob from the Festive Foreign Film Fans podcast. Get ready for a wild ride as we bring forth the weirdest, the strangest, and the oddest beers we could track down!
Will cousin Seth, known for his memorable reactions, have a revolting response akin to his eggnog experience? Can Joe, the Christmas connoisseur, find delight in a Three Floyds brew? And will Bob enjoy his beer while floating in a hot tub down Michigan lake? These are the burning questions that demand answers, and we’re here to uncover the truth!
But fear not, fellow Christmas enthusiasts, we haven’t forgotten our festive roots. Stay tuned for more Christmas-related content as we navigate through spring, longer days, and warmer weather with a touch of the bizarre.
Audience Question:
What’s the weirdest or most unusual beer you’ve ever tried, and what was your reaction?
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Happy May, friends! This week’s show comes to us via listener request. Life is full of twists and turns that you never expect. For instance, we never expected to be talking about the 2017 Netflix film El Camino Christmas this week, but that’s exactly what we’re gonna do!
El Camino Christmas finds a handful of ne’er-do-well drunks, shady cops and innocent bystanders all holed up in a liquor store on Christmas Eve. Life lessons are learned, secrets unearthed, all that good stuff. Perennial Christmas favorite Tim Allen is here to force everyone to sing Christmas carols at gunpoint, which means this is the one Christmas film that accurately captures the way this podcast feels 90% of the time…
It is officially “Christmas Horror Movie Month” here at “Tis the Podcast” and the elves kick things off this week by covering the 2022 film, “The Mean One“! A B-Horror-Comedy in every sense of the word, it may actually surprise y’all what the elves think of this one! One thing’s for sure though – they definitely have a blast talking about it!
Also discussed: The new tattoo Anthony is getting and his upcoming trip to Tulsa; Julia’s son Ethan’s upcoming graduation; Thom’s priesthood journey; the just announced “Scooby-Doo” live-action Netflix series; and much, much more!
This is one fun and festive episode you want to make sure not to miss! So, settle back and enjoy, y’all! And, as always, thanks for your love and support!
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What’s up, dudes? I’m running up that hill with Mike and Rusty from Snow in Southtown to talk about Kate: Kate Bush Christmas Special and her song “December Will Be Magic Again!” Released in 1979, it proves that the singer, only 21 at the time, was already a tour de force. A year later she released the Christmas song as a single.
The special is a mix of live performances and choreographed dance to prerecorded music. The live portion was recorded BBC Pebble Mills Studios in front of an audience. The music for the dance was done at EMI Studios in London. After a rotoscoped animated introduction, Kate launches into renditions off “Violin,” Gymnopédie No. 1 by Satie, and “Symphony in Blue.” “Them Heavy People” follows with Kate garbed in sequins. Immediately a trio sings Peter Gabriel’s in, and he serenades the audience with “Here Comes the Flood.” Kate performs “Ran Tan Waltz” then premieres “December Will Be Magic Again” on solo piano. Next comes “The Wedding List” about a vengeful bride and the duet “Another Day” with Peter Gabriel about a failed marriage. Finally, Kate enthralls us with “Egypt,” “The Man with a Child in His Eyes,” and “Don’t Push Your Foot on the Heart Brake.” Does she hop in a garbage can and come out dressed like Sandy from the end of “Grease?” Why, yes. Yes she does.
Stevie Nicks-like flowing black outfit? Yep. Fake beard and “Fiddler on the Roof” getup? Uh huh. Kate doing interpretative dance superimposed over her playing piano? Definitely! So grab your violin and head to Egypt to this episode about Kate Bush!
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The boys are going Dutch this episode and exploring Christmas in the land of tulips, windmills, and hole-y dykes. Grab your wooden shoes, we are heading to the Netherlands for St. Nicholas Day! We also examine a surprisingly dated film from 2007, Alles is Liefde, and discuss whether the same film could be made today. It is another example of the subgenre we call the “Love Actually Knockoffs” with several characters, many stories at once, and intersecting storylines brought together by the holiday spirit. The film is funny and has all of the necessary feel-good elements – including a charming prince on a horse – but it also features the controversial assistant of St. Nicholas known as “Zwarte Piet” or “Black Pete”. This traditional Dutch character is portrayed here in an exaggerated and offensive fashion. The film even posits the question of whether the Petes exist as the slaves of St. Nicholas, and this concept is played for laughs. Sadly, this undertone of racism detracts from what is a fun, lighthearted holiday movie, especially if you’re interested in the culture. And speaking of, we also take a look at some unique Christmas elements, including a novelty song about a dead rabbit, Santa with a butt plug, and a popular festive song that was first popularized by Ernie and Bert on the Dutch Sesame Street, and is sung by one of the actresses in the film. This episode is truly a delectable gourmetten!
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What’s up, dudes? It’s a bonus episode! I’m talking with author, illustrator, teaching artist, cartoonist, and podcasterJerzy Drozd! It’s all about his ’80s fantasy and horror graphic novel The Inscrutable Dr. Baer and the Case of the Two-Faced Statue!
Doctor Baer, expert in the occult, never once wanted to be an adventurer. But when years of hard work are demolished along with an ancient stone guardian that rendered harmless his collection of dangerous magical objects, he will have to enter the fray at last. And will learn to his dismay that those objects were not at all what he believed!
Spooky mansion? Check. Dangerous quest? Uh huh. Angry chicken wizard? Well, only if he’s accompanied by a cool looking horse! So grab your staff, pack your wisps, and head out on an adventure with this episode all about occult expert Dr. Baer!
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Ken from the Sounds of Christmas talks about a couple of his friends who recently passed away (both of which were connected to the Sounds of Christmas station). He also talks about some Christmas music that might be helpful for anyone who may be celebrating the Season this year without someone they cared about.
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Welcome back Christmas Cousins to our 125 episode!!
Join us for an exhilarating update for the Christmas Cousins community!
In this episode, Cousin Chad spills all the festive tea on Cousin Seth’s romantic escapades with Mrs. X, including their epic getaway plans and love-filled adventures but first, we dive into the buzz-worthy news straight from Hallmark’s dream factory.
Audience Question:
Is a Christmas wedding Cousin Seth’s next giant leap?!?
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