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It’s a Wonderful Lie is a short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. They come via mail, email, and Facebook post. The ubiquitous “holiday newsletter” from friends and family reminding you just how great life has been for them over the past year. From boring to bragging, and always chock full of BS. It's a Wonderful Lie imagines the messy stories hidden behind the perfect holiday newsletters. Of course, we’re reading between the lines— but that’s the fun of the podcast.It’s for anyone who has rolled their eyes at receiving a Christmas update.

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    • Nov 6, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 20m AVG DURATION
    • 27 EPISODES


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    Mega Presents...The Rise and Fall of Twin Hills

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 33:29


    The Rise & Fall of Twin Hills is gripping five-part mockumentary investigating a scandal involving the podcast's fictional pastor.  It masterfully combines elements of self-seriousness and sharp satire to present a story that is both absurd and believable, touching upon themes of power, popularity, secrets, sex, money, and even the temptation of delectable Chic-fil-A chicken nuggets. This is Part 1: Of Milk & Miracles - When a struggling food blogger comes to review the Chick-Fil-A at a local mega church, he stumbles on scandals involving its lead pastor Steve Judson.Listen to all 5 parts at www.megathepodcast.com or check out Mega on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. More about Mega:Mega is a completely improvised podcast satirizing the world of a fictional mega church. Each week, hosts Holly Laurent and Greg Hess are joined by a guest who plays a character inside the colorful world of Twin Hills Community Church — a “mega church with a tiny family feel.” Past episodes have included such guests as: Cecily Strong (SNL), Scott Adsit (30 Rock), Thomas Middleditch (Silicon Valley), Lauren Lapkus, Louie Anderson (Baskets), Rory Scovel (Pen Pals podcast), The Sklar Brothers (Dumb People Town podcast), Nate Dales (Letterkenny), Jen Hatmaker (For the Love podcast), Ashley Nicole Black (Black Lady Sketch Show), Jason Mantzoukas (How Did This Get Made?), Duncan Trussell (Duncan Trussell Family Hour), Cameron Esposito, Lisa Lampanelli, Hello From the Magic Tavern, Naomi Ekperigin, Rob Huebel, Tom Papa, Rosebud Baker, Eliza Coupe (Happy Endings), Kulap Vilaysak, Blaire Erskine, Brit Prawat (Crime Junkie podcast) and more...! 

    Lucky Day Lotto

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2021 22:11


    Today we read lucky letter 13 from a generous soul who wants to remind her family to be thankful...for all that she has given them.Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @ashleyflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghess

    The Witness

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 16:09


    Today we read a letter from an amateur sleuth.Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @ashleyflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghess

    Devil in the Details Revisited

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 25:01


    Today we bring back the other half of Leanne's epic missive.Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @ashleyflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghess

    Devil in the Details

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 23:49


    Today we read a letter from a woman who appreciates the details of life. Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @ashleyflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghess

    Addie Ro Baby Genius

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 19:59


    Today we read a letter from a new mum with an exceptional babe. Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @ashleyflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    Downsizing

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2021 18:25


    Today we read a letter from a family who are all back under the same small roof. Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @ashleyflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    The Hedgehog

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2021 16:54


    Today we read a letter from a naturalist at war with late stage capitalism. Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @ashleyflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    Tik Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2021 24:50


    Today we read a letter from a dad who has struck digital gold. Follow our hosts on Instagram: Ashley: @ashleyflowers Holly: @hollylaurent  Greg: @heygreghesss

    A Bakery Divided

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 16:43


    Today we read a letter from a family bakery with a legacy on the line. Follow our hosts on Instagram: Ashley: @ashleyflowers Holly: @hollylaurent  Greg: @heygreghesss

    Marie Condo Board

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 18:48


    Today we read a letter about a president who won't concede defeat. Follow our hosts on Instagram: Ashley: @ashleyflowers Holly: @hollylaurent  Greg: @heygreghess

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    Feel The Burn

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 18:54


    Today we read a letter from a woman who is single and doesn't need anyone to mingle. Follow our hosts on Instagram: Ashley: @ashleyflowers Holly: @hollylaurent  Greg: @heygreghesss

    Dommy Bones

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 19:48


    Today we read a letter from a man who retires from his job, and joins the “mob.”Follow our hosts on Instagram: Ashley: @ashleyflowers Holly: @hollylaurent  Greg: @heygreghess

    Destiny Wines

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 15:15


    Today we read a letter from a man who has unlocked his true potential through wine. Follow our hosts on Instagram: Ashley: @ashleyflowers Holly: @hollylaurent  Greg: @heygreghess

    “Sunflower, 1889”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2020 20:08


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. Today, Ashley reads Holly & Greg a letter from a widowed man who teaches us all the true meaning of Amsterdam. P.S. Always Eat The Orange Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @indyashflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    “Don't Fw! Link in Bio.”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 25:07


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. Today, Ashley reads Holly & Greg a letter from a man whose husband revealed a huge secret this year.Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @indyashflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    “CCPVC-19”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 23:05


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. Today, Ashley reads Holly & Greg a letter from a woman who is sure that her political beliefs are different from ours. And she is right.Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @indyashflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    “Panties On The Side View”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 22:37


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. Today, Ashley reads Holly & Greg a letter from a retired teacher who had big plans to hit the road in 2020. Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @indyashflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    “Back In Our Castle”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2020 17:45


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. Today, Ashley reads Holly & Greg a letter from a family who finally finished their home renovations and now mom and dad are ready to hit the high seas.Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @indyashflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    “His Funny Face”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2020 18:29


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. Today, Ashley reads Holly & Greg a letter from a family who gets to spend Christmas on the beach but we shouldn't be jealous because they had a coupon.Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @indyashflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    “A Clothes Line & An Egg Timer”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2020 20:16


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. Today, Ashley reads Holly & Greg a letter from a woman who's investing a lot of money into hobbies she hates.Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @indyashflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    "Georgia Super Lawyer”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 19:27


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. Today, Ashley reads Holly & Greg a letter from the proud mother of two perfect adult children… and Tyler.Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @indyashflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    “Pigeon Eating Trash”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 24:46


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. Today, Ashley reads Holly & Greg a letter from a woman who has it all (if all you want is to be at the top of a pyramid scheme).Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @indyashflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    “Power To The People”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2020 22:15


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. Today, Ashley reads Holly & Greg a letter from a woman who spent much of the last year advocating but for all the wrong reasons.Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @indyashflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    “You Can Taste It”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 20:23


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. Today, Ashley reads Holly & Greg a letter from a family man who wants his sister-in-law out so he can woo his wife again.Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @indyashflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    “Bathing Suit & A Smile”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 24:52


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters. Today, Ashley reads Holly & Greg a letter from a young man who found his calling in 2020 through the help of his boss, his Instagram followers, and the wonderful Costa Rican sun. Follow our hosts on Instagram:Ashley: @indyashflowersHolly: @hollylaurent Greg: @heygreghesss

    Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 3:32


    IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE  is a 12 part short-form comedy podcast that imagines the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters.  They come via mail, email and Facebook post. The ubiquitous “holiday newsletter” from friends and family reminding you just how great life has been for them over the past year. From boring to bragging, and always chock full of BS… IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE imagines the messy stories hidden behind the perfect holiday newsletters. Of course, we're reading between the lines— but that's the fun of the podcast. It's for anyone who has rolled their eyes at receiving a Christmas update.

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