What’s up, dudes? Alvin, Simon…Theodore! Yes, it’s the Dave Seville (Ross Bagdasarian) musical rodent creation! Jeff Loftin from Lost Christmas and Jeremy Phelps the Alamo City Santa are with me to dig into the 1981 special “A Chipmunk Christmas!”
Swept up in the Christmas spirit, Alvin gives away his cherished harmonica to a sick little boy. Meanwhile, Dave has booked Alvin to perform a harmonica solo at Carnegie Hall. Alvin keeps the loss of his harmonica a secret from Dave, and with the help of Simon and Theodore, he scrambles to earn enough money to buy another harmonica in time for his Carnegie Hall debut. Unfortunately, Dave mistakes his entrepreneurial endeavors for greed. Don’t worry, though: Mrs. Claus buys Alvin the harmonica and the concert goes on as scheduled, with Dave discovering his true motivations.
Along the way you’ll hear the Chipmunks getting ready for the big night, singing their own comical versions of holiday favorites like “Jingle Bells,” “Deck the Halls”, and their famous “Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don’t Be Late)”. This heartwarming story, brimming with joyful music, makes “A Chipmunk Christmas” a great way to celebrate the holidays. Oh, and there was a soundtrack album released as well.
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Welcome to episode 130 of Holly Jolly X’masu! In this episode, I talk about the Kodama Press sonojournal, “X’mas Dance Music,” featuring Yasushi Ashida and his Mellow Notes.
I hope you enjoyed listening to and learning what little I was able to uncover about Yasushi Ashida. The music here really is fantastic. Collecting these old sonojournals and flexi-discs has been an adventure unto itself. While I know what I’m getting into with some of them, others are a complete surprise. Finding gems like this really makes it worthwhile.
As promised in the episode, here’s the contents of the sonojournal:
Join me back here on Christmas Day for another great, new episode. It’s become something of a tradition for me to feature the best, most exciting albums from my collection on Christmas Day, and this year is no exception. This time I’ll be covering one of the ultimate holy grails of Japanese Christmas records, “Rock Christmas Rock” by the Warner Beatniks. This is one that will truly blow you away, so make sure you listen in.
As always, any feedback on this episode would be appreciated. If have any suggestions, or if you’d like to recommend a song or album for a future episode, drop me a line and let me know. Remember, I’ve added a button to my Ko-fi page. If you’d like to support me one cup of coffee at a time, a donation is only $3. I’ve also opened a Redbubble store. I only have a couple designs up, but keep an eye on it as I’ll be trying to add more. Half of any proceeds or donations received will be donated to support the people of Ukraine, while the rest will be used to purchase new Japanese Christmas music to review for future episodes. You can also find me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. And if you get a chance, leave me a review on iTunes. Thanks!
Christmas dinner around the world is a sumptuous amalgamation of spices, herbs cooked with a variety of meats and fishes. Most of us are used to cooking a turkey for the holidays. Some may even have a buffet of fish and vegetarian dishes. This dish comes is connected to the Spanish word for milk but the dish has been around for centuries. We’re exploring the history and origins of lechon.
Coming up today on Christmas Podding we peel back the myth that Mariah Carey is the Queen of Christmas and do a simple test to see who the real Queen should be.
We discuss why todays date the 21st of December is so important on the Australian Christmas Calendar, plus
What are those little traditions your family does that the rest of the world has never heard of, but are fascinated with.
With a Podcast a day every day from now till Christmas join Liam and Ness as they talk all things Christmas on Christmas Podding.
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5 Days until Christmas. This is another episode of on this day in Christmas History.
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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Who has the best holiday lights on the block? In this episode, we dive into the sparkling world of Christmas decorating competitions. From their humble beginnings as neighborhood challenges to dazzling national events like The Great Christmas Light Fight, these competitions have become a beloved part of the holiday season.
Explore the history behind Christmas decorating contests, from the first illuminated trees to modern-day extravagant light displays. We’ll discuss the cultural impact of these festive showdowns, how communities come together through friendly rivalries, and some of the most impressive ongoing competitions around the world. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or just love the magic of holiday decor, this episode will light up your holiday spirit!
Stick around until the end of the episode for a special reading from The Lost Years of Santa Claus, my book that uncovers Santa’s untold adventures and his transformation into a symbol of Christmas magic. Let’s shine a spotlight on the joy of holiday decorating and the stories behind it! 🎄✨🏠
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The wait is over—Cousin Seth is once again braving the dairy-filled depths of eggnog! For those who witnessed the hilarity (and retching) of his first nog attempt, you know this is the ultimate holiday showdown. This time, fan-favorite Joe the Christmas Aficionado joins the fray as a relative eggnog newbie. Will Seth conquer the creamy challenge, or will the nog claim victory once more? Expect laughter, dramatic reactions, and holiday chaos in this unforgettable episode!
🎄It’s 1970, and a couple of bear cubs have jumped through my window and are eating all my marshmallows.
Join us on a deeper than expected dive into a Christmas special by former Hanna-Barbera animator Tony Benedict that almost wasn’t released till the owner of a now-defunct Florida theme park swooped in and saved it.
CONTENT WARNING: No animals were harmed in the making of this podcast. Unfortunately, I can’t say the same about one of the 4 versions of this special.
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One by one, over a series of nights during Christmastime in Iceland, the Yule Lads come down from a mountain, making mischief, rewarding good behavior and punishing bad. These lovable scamps are unique melding of folkloric traditions, and a reminder that Christmas once was — and still can be — haunted and scary. Terry Gunnell, professor emeritus of folkloristics at the University of Iceland, joins Brian to tell the story. Thanks also to Baldur Gylfa for appearing in this episode!
Music in this episode
“Momentary Ease” — Blue Dot Sessions, via Free Music Archive
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.
In today’s episode, my daughter Grace comes back to talk about her favorite Christmas traditions and memories. We also talk about some recent romantic Christmas movies I’ve seen lately. Then, for our cozy story, I read Chapter 3 of “Old Christmas” by Washington Irving. In the chapter today, our narrator arrives at Bracebridge Hall on Christmas Eve, and continues to observe the old traditions.
If you have a questions for Gracie, let me know and it might appear on an upcoming episode!
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
02:22 Ask Gracie Anything: Favorite Christmas Traditions and Memories
13:38 “Old Christmas, Chapter 3: Christmas Eve” by Washington Irving
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What’s up, dudes? Nicholas Pepin of Pop Culture Roulette and Jeremy Phelps the Alamo City Santa to talk about the 2nd Christmas episode of Quantum Leap “Promised Land!” Do we talk physics? Not really, but we discuss Scott Bakula for sure!
“PromisedLand” was the 11th episode in Season 5 of Quantum Leap, and the 86th overall series episode. Written by Gillian Horvath and Tommy Thompson, the episode, which was directed by Scott Bakula, first aired on NBC-TV on December 15, 1992. Sam leaps into Elk Ridge, Indiana on December 22, 1971 as “Willie” Walters, Jr., one of three brothers who are robbing the town bank. The bank loaned them an exorbitant amount of money, but with failing crop yields, they resort to robbery in order to pay it off.
Meanwhile, Sam struggles with his emotions of returning to his hometown and his relationship with his own father. Eventually, he manages to escape the bank and uncover the reason the bank lent money to these farmers who could not possibly pay it back. Sam confronts the swindler and prevents the brothers from being killed when they try to escape. Joy to the world! Oh, and he runs into his dad and gets to say what he always wishes he had said.
Confusion and disorientation? Yep. Investigation? Got that too. Death prevention? As only Dr. Sam Beckett can! So put on your white body suit and time travel into this episode on Quantum Leap “Promised Land!”
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In the seventy-third episode of 12 Days Pod, Dan and Cara discuss the New Orleans Hornets, the nostalgia of Emeril Lagasse, and whether Cinderella turns into a pumpkin or not.
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Ken from the Sounds of Christmas talks singer/songwriters Lisa Troyer and Dawn Yoder about their Christmas music, including a new single they just released with the Liverbirds (and their efforts to promote the Liverbirds’ legacy)!
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Season seven of 12 Songs comes to a conclusion with three very different conversations and artists. Ha-Sizzle is one of the finest examples of the New Orleans-specific brand of hip-hop known as bounce. I talked to him about his Christmas in New Orleans in front of a live audience.
The members of the British punk band Goddammit Jeremiah talk about their irreverent approach to Christmas and Christmas music and share a few of their holiday favorites that haven’t made much of an impact here in the States.
At the end of an interview with MacMcCaughan of Superchunk for another story, I got a few minutes to talk about their cover of John Cale’s “Child’s Christmas in Wales,” as well as his other attempts to make music for the season.
In that conversation, The Kinks’ “Father Christmas” was referred to for the second or third time this season, and it took a lot of discipline not to play it again.
In the episode, I mention a piece I wrote for The New Orleans Advocate. I also mention this year’s downloadable Christmas mix, which you can get by writing me at alex@myspiltmilk.com.
12 Songs will return on July 24, 2025. Mark that date on your calendar or subscribe to 12 Songs wherever you get your podcasts.
This episodes version of A Christmas Carol is the Netflix original from 2022 called Scrooge: A Christmas Carol. It’s a sort of remake of the Albert Finney version from 1970 and it’s alright I suppose.
Then Bob Baker is back with Spread A Smile of Joy and he suggests some ways to get the little ones to spread some happiness.
Check out Bob’s podcast here:
https://4fpodcast.buzzsprout.com/
Last episode Jeannie Mulligan had a go at The Quiz and embarrassed herself, but this episode she redeems herself with her Christmas Sarnie Competition where she compares some of the festive sandwiches on offer.
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Website: totalchristmaspodcast.com
Coming up today on Australia’s ONLY Christmas Podcast “Christmas Podding” we see the return of an old enemy The Noel Narcissist. That person who claims to love Christmas more than any one else. We go about proving them wrong.
What do kids really want for Christmas? Forget expensive gifts, we have the list of simple things your kids will value more than big ticket presents plus
What are the rules with hosting and posting. Do you have to wait for the host to post on social media before you can lay claim to being at the best Christmas ever even though you’ve done nothing to help in the set up. We uncover the new rules.
With a Podcast a day every day from now till Christmas with your hosts Liam and Ness on Christmas Podding.
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