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In this week’s episode we discussed the Christmas season. Christmas can be good or bad for a lot of people, and once you get past all the consumerism it can be a very nostalgic time of year. We talked about some of our most fond memories, and old traditions that we used to have. Also, we discussed the history of Christmas and its evolution. Spoiler, not all of it is Pagan.

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Whitney finds the most appropriate holiday tradition in Spain's Caga Tió.

Lisa details the disappearance of British estate agent Suzy Lamplugh.

Hayly joins the team behind one of the most "successful" bank heists of all time at Brazil's Banco Central Fortaleza.

Hey, it's a Dom and Steph episode this week! Wait, no Eric shows up too! It's a full house and that's great. This was our, uh, holiday special. We recapped our Hades 2 thoughts, and more quick game news. Then we get into tv and movies, like adult swim, Spy x Family, Pokemon, and the Barbie movie! Then a couple other wrap up things about Twitter and the FTC issues with Epic. It was...somehow a good time actually!

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Merry Christmas You Beautiful People!

This is a very short episode just to wish you all a very merry Christmas.

The girls have recorded a (badly edited) medley of Christmas songs as well.

We wish every single one of you the very merriest Christmas and a wonderful new year.

We'll be back again at the end of January, in the meantime you  can check out the girls' podcast,  I'm Not Complaining with Robin & Juno:

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Merry Christmas

Join Psycho Bob and Shaner as they discover the real meaning and origination of the word Yule! 

They jump into 5th and 6th century references as well as Norse history and sagas to discover that Yule is a reference to a pagan celebration of Odin and the Wild Hunt. Hear how the King of Norway made the significant changes to Yule and why we say it today. 

Due to some unfortunate timing of illness and losing ones voice,  we were not able to record a new episode this week. We will get ne out soon, so sit back and enjoy this re release of last years Holiday Special.

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Here on this final episode of 2022, is my Dad and fan favorite, Pat Hail, Jr. and I are ending this year with a fun discussion about common holiday traditions. Christmas Trees, Holly and Ivy, the Yule log, Navitiy Sets, and Santa Claus himself. We chat about the beginning of each tradition, the cultural and spiritual significance, and how each tradition has transitioned through out the years. Parents, we are going to be talking about Santa’s FULL story towards the end of the episode, so this is your heads up if you need to be cautious.

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Episode Y of The Christmas Alphabet Podcast.

Christmas Alphabet is about Christmas, all year round, all in alphabetical order.

Every two weeks we look at Christmas history, stories and music, starting with just one letter of the alphabet. We have a world-wide view from a British perspective.

The podcast is written and hosted by Wayne Clarke - an author, broadcaster and Baptist pastor in Manchester, UK.

 This time we face the challenge of all things Christmas starting with the letter Y.

There's Yule and the Yule Log, both chocolate and wooden. We have some yuletide songs such as You Make It Feel Like Christmas, The Yorkshire Wassail and You're a Mean One, Mr Grinch.

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It's episode 63 of the TCP and it's great to have you hear.

First up we have a Yule Log, and what better way than to celebrate the birth of Jesus than watching him drink wine next to a lovely wood fire with his faithful dog by his side.
If you want to watch it, here's a link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCjjqdol4f4

Then we look at how much Bob Cratchit earned and if he was really that poor.

In this episode's Do You Hear What I Hear our self-appointed podcast bartender Bob Baker explains the meaning of the word Crisps.

Then we have a new segment, Wreck The Halls. This was suggested by Bob, and it's your chance to share stories of when things didn't go according to plan at Christmas.  Bob shares the story of his first Christmas as a married man and how their glorious tree became, well, not so glorious.

Then it's the quiz.  10 questions, 5 songs and a whole load of fun.

This episode's recommendation is The Total Christmas Podcast.  Not as entertainment, but as a sleep aid.  Try it, you'll sleep like a baby (you'll wake up in the middle of the night crying because you peed yourself).

If you want to get in touch, here's the email:

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Merry Christmas

It's episode 50 of The Total Christmas Podcast, that's half a century, wow.

The Yule Log for this episode is from the TV show This Is Us.  Watch the family house burning for a solid hour.  It's not great.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmnW81C_tVg&t=1s

In this episode we have another deep look at some of the obscure phrases in A Christmas Carol.  Why was Marley "as dead as doornail"?  You'll soon find out.

Then I share the story of how a friend of mine decided that instead of going round his girlfriend's house for Christmas, he'd rather drive around the forest.

Then we look at Brer Rabbit's Christmas Carol, an interesting take on the classic story that is generally pretty naff.  Watch it here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcrPdxVpC0M&t=2309s

This episode's recommendation is Meet David Sedaris a BBC Radio 4 show where author David Sedaris reads out some of his short stories.  It's a great listen so check it out:
https://fourble.co.uk/podcast/sedaris

If you want to get in touch email me at:
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Merry Christmas

In this episode we discuss the ancient celebrations that take place around the Winter solstice, specifically in the northern hemisphere. We also take a look at the more modern celebrations and how they were influenced by the things done in ancient times. As always we also check out what pop culture was influenced by this time of year.

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Join our intrepid hosts as they discuss some of their favorite and least favorite holiday classics from Bing Crosby to William Burroughs on a very special The New Dad Rock. Yule love it!

Did you know that The New Dad Rock has swag? Coffee mugs, pillow and t-shirts in a multitude of colors and arm lengths.

Welcome to Episode 37 of C3: Crystals, Cauldrons,  & Cocktails!

In this episode,  we talk aboutYule!  It's definitely the season!

Come grab a drink and enjoy our discussions about Yule history, traditions from the past and present, as well as fun drink ideas - although drunk caroling is probably not one you will adopt!

River & Wren's Sources:

https://wicca.com/pagan-holidays/yule.html 

https://www.learnreligions.com/history-of-yule-2562997 

https://www.nationaldaystoday.com/yule/ 

Until then, Stay Witchy!!

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Welcome to The Total Christmas Podcast, it's December and it really is Christmas and it's another packed show.

First up Ed Daley reads another part from his book.  This time he explains how a clerical error led to It's A Wonderful Life becoming one of the most popular Christmas films of all time.
If you want to read more, check out his book:
https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Book-Ultimate-Favorite-Holiday/dp/B09HS14DFM

Next up we have the story of the worst Christmas present that Kevin Church ever received, turns out, if he'd received it a year earlier it may have been one of the best.

Then we chat to Aurelio O'Brien author of Family Trees.  It's a great book that I thoroughly enjoyed.  If you'd like to pick up a copy, here's a link:
https://www.amazon.com/Family-Trees-Aurelio-OBrien/dp/1935927310

Then it's the 2nd part of our chat with Scott & Jay from the Jingle Jank Podcast.  We listen to 3 more songs, if you want a listen, here's some links:

One More Sleep by Leona Lewis
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-_1-uJ6Ml4

The Power of Love by Frankie Goes To Hollywood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtdRv6GT9Zg

Driving Home For Christmas by Chris Rea
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDt3u2Ev1cI&t=82s

And to have a listen to Jingle Jank, here's a link:
jinglejank.com

Then the girls are back again for Robin Sings and they have another stab at Last Christmas.

It's been a few episodes but once again we look at another version of A Christmas Carol.  This one is the fantastic new Aldi Christmas advert.  It's only 1 minute 20 seconds but they pack a lot in.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OW-PhgjyNSs

Then we have a new segment, each week we'll be playing a song from Adam Kennedy and his Creative Commonaires,  Their songs are very funny and the album is called Literally Shrunk Down and Living in my Christmas Village.  Have a listen to the whole album here:
https://adamkennedy.bandcamp.com

Our Top Ten Christmas Movie Lists come from Ed Daley and Adam Parker from the Merry Britsmas Podcast.  Where will they feature on our leader board?

Then we have another Yule Log.  Why not spend an hour watching Joe Pesci get his scalp burned off with a flamethrower while crackling sounds and Christmas music play in the background.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1MUqV5mAVU

This episode's recommendation is for you to share the podcast.  It's actually Christmas now, so you won't seem like a weirdo when you tell your friends to listen to the show and it would mean a lot to me and the team (there is no team).

See, I told you it was a packed show.

Merry Christmas

You're here! 
And it's great to see you.

In this episode we start with another story and song from Rich Chambers.  The song this week is called Hold On Santa and you can hear the whole thing here:
https://richchambers.com/santa-s-rockin-band

Then we have an interview with Ed Daly about his fantastic new book, The Christmas Book: The Ultimate Guide to Your Favorite Holiday.
Here's a link:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HS14DFM
He's also on the Baller Lifestyle Podcast, check it out here:  https://theballerlifestyle.com/

Next up it's our Top Ten Christmas Movie's lists and this week they're from Stacey McKinsey, Jennifer Kay (and the TCP Mascot Elmer) and Eddie Honan.  Where will they feature on our chart?  Have a listen and you'll find out, cause I'm not telling.

Then we have a fantastic Santa Claus Is NOT Coming To Town from Dan Carlson of Burly Boards, who is now our self-appointed Workshop Elf.  
Dan makes incredible cutting boards, trays and coasters.  Check out his facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/burlyboards/about/?ref=page_internal

Then it's more Aussie Christmas Songs.  We look at a selection of 7 different festive tunes from the land downunder.

This episode's Yule Log isn't the worst ever.  It's Shrek's Yule Log and it features 24 of the characters from the films.
Here's a link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbtTJw2b760

Merry Christmas you beautiful people.

Hooray for another episode of The Total Christmas Podcast.

First up we look at The Eye of Sauron Yule Log from The Lord of the Rings.  A 2 second loop of a flaming eye playing for 5 hours.  It's riveting stuff.
You can watch it here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q23_LCri1Kw&t=201s

This episode we have 4, count'em 4, Top Ten Christmas Movies Lists.  Where will they land on our chart?
You'll have to listen to find out.

Then we look at the Gavle Goat.  It's a Swedish tradition where the people of Gavle build a massive straw goat only for some cheeky sod to try and burn it down.

We have a great story of how Stacey McKinsey's youngest child found out the truth about santa.

Then we have an interview with friend of the show Eddie Honan who has had the honor of playing Fezziwig for the last 5 years at the Music Mountain Theatre, Lambertville, New Jersey.  If you live nearby you should get yourself along and tell them Jack sent you.
Here's a link:
https://www.musicmountaintheatre.org/

This episode Rich Chambers shares the story of how he learned to love A Christmas Carol whilst being terrified of Jacob Marley.  Then we play his song Peace and Harmony.
You can hear the whole song here:
https://richchambers.com/santa-s-rockin-band

You know we love ya.

Merry Christmas.

We're celebrating Christmas in July!

Unlike today, Medieval Christmas decorations did not start going up mid-October! In fact, because of Advent, the 40 days before Christmas were pretty bleak. Once noon passed on December 24, decorating homes and churches could begin. Family members wrapped up warmly and headed outside to gather the holly bows, ivy, red berries, pine branches and cones, and other greenery they would use to decorate their homes.

There weren’t Christmas trees in homes in Medieval England. Instead, the center of the decorations was often a double ring of mistletoe that was hung in a prominent location. The tradition of kissing under the mistletoe was common in this time, and often the kissing couple of pluck one of the red berries each time they shared a kiss. Again, we see remnants of pagan and other beliefs. The Celtic druids believed holly warded off evil spirits. Romans and others believed mistletoe would encourage fertility, protect crops, and keep witches away. 

Another Christmas tradition is the Yule log. The family would drag a large piece of tree trunk into the house and light it on Christmas Eve, using a piece of the Yule log from the year before. To ensure good luck and better fortune in the coming year, it was important to keep the log burning throughout the holiday season. It was allowed to go out after Epiphany, and a portion was kept to light next year’s log.

Most people had eaten sparsely and fasted during Advent, so they looked forward to Christmas feasting. For all levels of society, Christmas food usually represented better fare than the usual. Laborers, farm workers, and the like often treated themselves to meat at Christmas—usually boiled. This was often the only time of year they ate meat. Sometimes, the lord of the manor would feast on venison and then offer the leftover bits and entrails to his workers. These bits, called umbles, were often baked into a pie. An umble pie. That’s right—the beginning of humble pie. In addition to meat, workers and peasants might treat themselves to cheese and eggs and even a cake.

Members of the aristocracy dined so well during the rest of the year that they had to go all out to make Christmas feasts something special. And they did! Decorated with seasonal greenery and spices, the Great Hall was the setting for the grandest meals. The Christmas feast was several courses, often hailed by trumpets or other music as it was carried in. The higher levels of aristocracy were entitled to more variety of food and more courses. The king, of course, had the best of everything. His holiday meals would go on for hours, with various courses introduced with musical numbers and other performances.

Waes Hael!

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Tater Tots! Happy Holidays! Explore the mystical myth of the Icelandic Yule Lads and their shenanigans in the coming days before Christmas.

Also..fruit soup? We've never heard of it! But we want to try it. It sounds good.

And also, Wifey tried to kill me via lemonade. Okay, yes this episode is a bit longer than normal...but there's some kinda funny content that I left in. We hope you love it!

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We look back at was has been a topsy-turvy 2020 and look ahead with positive thoughts about the New Year … 

Tom Pattinson reflects on a very unusual gardening year … and has some wonderful apple scented seasonal tips on yule logs

Steve Lowe, Northumberland Rivers Trust, is out and about with nature on a wander along a hidden jewel of a river... 

Tom Cadwallender is celebrating festive birds, and looking at the Christmas robin and how 2020 brought us some amazing new county records…

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… We’ve got winter bees with Buglife and how to help them…

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