It’s episode 94 and you know what that means…
it’s episode 94.

First up we talk about the exciting tradition of roller skating to Christmas mass in Venezuela.

Then Bob Baker discusses the difference between Gas and Petrol.

Then Duane Bailey from Tinsel Tunes podcast tells us his story of how he found out the truth about Santa Claus.

Next up I read out an email from Benji Pearson and he relates a couple of stories about Christmas.

In the quiz this week I managed 9 out of 10, see if you can do any better.

Then Bob is back and the suggestion for Christmas Everyday comes from my self-appointed best friend Cav.  He recommends going on this website for a dose of festive feelings:

This episode’s version of A Christmas Carol is John Grin’s Christmas starring Robert Guillaume, the star of Benson.  It’s an updated version from 1986.
It’s okay I suppose, have a watch here:

This episode’s recommendation is Tinsel Tunes because I’m on the latest episode.
If you’re not listening already you should be.
Check it out:

Get in touch.
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Web:  www.totalchristmaspodcast.com

Merry Christmas

I recorded this 3 times for some pretty embarassing school-boy errors, and it sounds like I recorded it in a small box.  But it’s here and let’s all be thankful.

First up we have the return of Jack Ask.  I solve the Christmas dilemma of whether or not any of the Harry Potter films can be classed as Christmas films.

Next up it’s our Christmas Not So Classic.  The first ever winner of the UK Pop Idol, Will Young, released a Christmas single in 2019 and though it’s a lovely song it did not become a classic.
Check it out, it’s a nice song:

Then Bob Baker our podcast barman talks about cookies or should that be biscuits?

Next up is What the Dickens, and this episode we talk about Mr Charlie D’s side hustle as a magician.  I kid you not,

Then it’s another version of the Christmas Yule Log.  This one is a tie-in to the film Venom: Let there be Carnage.  The film was absolute trolley and sadly the yule log ain’t much better, but if you want to have a look, here’s a link:

Then Bob is back with a great way to keep feeling festive all year round.  This time it’s Christmas music to help you with your training at the gym.

Then it’s the quiz.  I scored 10 out of 10 because I’m incredibly clever.  What will your score be?

This episode’s recommendation is  The Past and the Curious Podcast.  It’s a great history podcast. They say it’s for kids, but I love it.  Have a listen:

Get in touch.
Email:  totalchristmas@gmail.com
Web:  totalchristmaspodcast.com

You’re beautiful, and it’s Christmas!

It’s episode 90 and it’s a wonderful thing.

First up it’s Do You Hear What I Hear and our Podcast Barman Bob Baker talks about how us Brits use the word Disco.

Then in Christmas All Over The World we talk about the Giant Lantern Festival in San Fernando in the Philipines. Really it should be called the Big Disc Light Display Festival, but it’s not.

Then Bob returns with Christmas Everyday and it’s another great idea for how to keep the Christmas spirit all year long.

Next up is the Quiz.  Can you beat my score of 8?

This episode’s version of A Christmas Carol is the oldest surviving complete version of the tale.  For a film that is over 110 years old it’s decent enough.
Have a watch here:

If you want to get in touch I’d love to hear from you.
Email:  totalchristmas@gmail.com

Web: totalchristmaspodcast.com

Merry Christmas

Let’s get this Christmas Show on the road.
First up it’s A Christmas Not So Classic with the not-too-bad Unwrap You At Christmas by the Monkees.  Well, I say ‘The Monkees’ it’s more like Mickey Dolenz and a bunch of other people.
Have a listen:

Then it’s Bob Baker our Podcast Barman with Do You Hear What I Hear and he’s talking about Christmas Hampers.

Then we have The Quiz and it’s all about Santa.  We have Matt Spalding from North Pole Radio proving his incredible knowledge of St Nick.
Check out his podcast:
https://northpoleradio.buzzsprout.com/

Then Bob is back with Christmas Everyday and he has another simple method to keep the Christmas feeling whenever you need it.

It’s been a while but we’re once again checking out a Muppet Christmas Special.
This time it’s The Furchester Hotel, a  British kids TV show that is a cross between Fawlty Towers and Sesame Street. It’s a lovely episode so maybe have a look.
Here’s your link:

Why not get in touch.
Email: totalchristmas@gmail.com
Website: totalchristmaspodcast.com

Merry Christmas you beautiful person.

Merry Christmas.

We start the show with Bob Baker and Christmas Everyday and a wonderful idea for how you can have Christmas sweet dreams.

Then it’s the quiz, I got 7, what will you get.

This episode’s version of A Christmas Carol is an offering from British TV and radio star Kenny Everett.  It’s from 1985 and is certainly of its time.
It’s certainly worth a look, if you fancy a laugh:

Then it’s Do You Hear What I Hear and Bob Baker is looking at what us Brits mean when we say ‘wee’.
Have a listen to Bob’s podcast, Festive Foreign Film Fans:
https://4fpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Last episode we chatted to Matt Spaulding and he talked about being Santa, this week he talks to us about how he found out the truth about Santa.
Matt is the host of North Pole Radio Podcast, check it out here:
https://northpoleradio.buzzsprout.com/

This episode’s recommendation is I’m Not Complaining with Robin & Juno.  The girls are about to hit their 100th episode, so have a listen and why not send in a short message congratulating them on this milestone.
Here’s their podcast:
anchor.fm/notcomplaing

Get in touch…
email:  totalchristmas@gmail.com
website:  totalchristmaspodcast.com

Merry Christmas

Hello you beautiful people.
It’s another jam packed episode with loads of Christmas for your lovely ears.

First up it’s The Quiz.  10 questions, 10 answers and we’re done.

Then Bob Baker our podcast barman talks about the word Lorry.
Try saying “Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry” 5 times fast.

Then we have another story from the life and times of the real St Nicholas expertly read by Scott Newman.
Check out Scott on Tinsel Tunes:

Then Bob is back with Christmas Everyday with an idea from Benji Pearson.  Why not spread some festive cheer every 25th of the month on social media.
If you haven’t listened to Bob’s great podcast Festive Foreign Film Fans, you can check it out here:
https://4fpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Then thanks to a suggestion from Ty Virgin we discuss Christmas drinks.  I’m sure there will be one or two in here that you’re not familiar with.  Why not give them a try to get some festive spirits in your belly.

This episode’s recommendation is from Benji Pearson. His son, Joseph, recorded a podcast episode as part of a school project.  In the episode he talks about the Dolly Parton album 9 to 5.  It’s really interesting and definitely worth your time,
Check it out here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1afhCwfa9GUNAsZkGotOJK

If you want to get in touch I’d love to hear from you.

Email:  totalchristmas@gmail.com

Website:  totalchristmaspodcast.com

Merry Christmas

It’s a brand spanking new episode of The Total Christmas Podcast.

First up it’s the Quiz.  Can you beat my abysmal score of 5 out of 10?

Then Bob Baker is here with Do You Hear What I Hear and he’ll explain why we call a Pub a Pub, and out stateside friends call a Pub a Bar.

After that we have What The Dickens! and we look at some of the references to other people, be they historical or literary figures.  You’ll even find out why horse shoes are lucky.

Thanks to a suggestion form Benji Pearson, Bob Baker has another great suggestion for how to keep that Christmas feeling going.

Next up we have a look at the first real life nativity, which was created by St Francis of Assisi .
We also talk about another nativity scene from 2004, when Madame Tussauds thought it would be a good idea to have Posh and Becks as Mary and Joseph.   Spoiler alert, it was not a good idea.

This episode’s recommendation is a podcast called Under The Influence with Terry O’Reilly.  It looks at stories behind marketing and advertising and is very good.

If you want to get in touch, I’d love to hear from you.
Email:  totalchristmas@gmail.com
Website: totalchristmaspodcast.com

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas you beautiful people.

Welcome to episode 80 of the TCP.

First up Bob Baker is talking about why here in the UK we call a flat a flat.

Then we have a joke followed by the quiz.

This episode’s Christmas Not So Classic is Cherry Cherry Christmas by the legend that is Neil Diamond.  It’s a bit of a gimmick song where he shoe horns as many titles of his classic songs in to the lyrics as he can.  The song is catchy, the video is awful.
Check it out:

Then Bob Baker gives us another lovely idea to keep Christmas with you all through the year.

After that it’s another version of A Christmas Carol.  This one is an episode of Highway to Heaven from 1984. It’s actually rather good so give it a watch:

I don’t have a recommendation this week, so if you have any podcasts you think other listeners would like, let me know and send them through.

Email: totalchristmas@gmail.com

Website: totalchristmaspodcast.com

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas.
Welcome to episode 78 of the TCP.

First up we have a delightful Christmas memory from our American Scandinavian correspondent Benji Pearson.

Then it’s Christmas  Everyday and Bob Baker gives us a very sneaky suggestion of how to keep Christmas alive all year long.

This episode’s version of A Christmas Carol is one of the most accurate ones you will ever find.  The dialogue isn’t quite there, but nearly all the scenes from the book are here. It’s an Australian production from Burbank films and if you want to give it a look it’s on YouTube:

Then our American correspondent Scott Newman tells us a story from the life and times of the real Saint Nicholas.
Scott is the host of Tinsel Tunes and you can check out the latest episode right here:

Next up it’s Do You Hear What I Hear and this time Bob Baker is explaining what us Brits mean when we say the word Cheeky.

Then it’s the quiz.  Stop complaining.

This episode’s recommendation is Love Letters podcast.  I’ve been enjoying it and you might too so give it a listen:

If you want to get in touch I’d love to hear from you.
Email:  totalchristmas@gmail.com

Websit: totalchristmaspodcast.com

You know I love ya, Merry Christmas.