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Welcome back fellow Holiday fanatics, escapists and nostalgics! It's Season 2 of The Christmas Specials We Love Podcast! Join us in the walk down memory lane as the CSWL multi-gen hosts break down all your favorite specials, shows, and movies as well as cover all aspects of Christmas past and present. Our two-part mission is one, to keep the spirit alive by preserving and promoting these great works. Part two of our mission is to lengthen the spirit of joy and giving that we have all come to know this time of year. At CSWL we do tons of work and research to prep for our shows, too. You can help support us and our mission by subscribing, emailing and texting us AND by telling friends to do the same! #bumblesbounce 

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    The Christmas Specials We Love podcast is a delightful and nostalgic trip down memory lane for anyone who grew up watching holiday specials. The hosts, Ann, Kevin, and the rest of the crew, bring a multi-generational perspective to the table, covering specials from the 60s through the 80s. As someone who grew up in the 80s, I appreciate their insights and shared experiences of waiting eagerly for these specials to air on television each year.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its ability to transport listeners back in time and evoke feelings of nostalgia. The hosts provide interesting tidbits and production trivia about each special, giving listeners a deeper appreciation for the behind-the-scenes work that went into creating these beloved shows. Their discussions are filled with humor and camaraderie, making it feel like you're sitting around with friends reminiscing about childhood memories.

    Additionally, The Christmas Specials We Love tackles both well-known and lesser-known holiday episodes. They highlight classics like Rankin Bass specials, as well as surprising choices like episodes of WKRP, ALF, and Seinfeld. This variety adds an extra layer of depth to the podcast and allows listeners to discover new holiday content they may have missed.

    While there aren't many negatives to mention about this podcast, one slight drawback is that some episodes have been taken down or are no longer available. This can be disappointing for listeners who were looking forward to revisiting certain episodes or diving into new ones. However, this seems to be more of a technical issue rather than a consistent problem with the show itself.

    In conclusion, The Christmas Specials We Love podcast is a must-listen for fans of holiday specials. It combines nostalgia, humor, and informative discussions to create an enjoyable listening experience. Whether you're a Gen Xer reliving your childhood or a younger listener discovering these specials for the first time, this podcast captures the magic and joy of the holiday season. Grab a cozy beverage and some snacks, and let The Christmas Specials We Love transport you to a simpler time filled with beloved holiday shows.



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    Latest episodes from The Christmas Specials We Love

    CSWL: Season Premiere!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 43:31


    Yes, we are late. Yes, Christmas is almost over. But yes, if anything can save Christmas, it's the Christmas Specials We Love podcast! Kev and Anne give us a preview of what specials and movies they hope to cover this season until they digress. The duo also covers Santa's Village in Jefferson, New Hampshire vs. Candy Cane Lane in Woodland Hills, CA. Vintage bubble lights and the messiness and flammability of real Christmas trees. Is there such a thing as Christmas Porn and would it call for 'pornaments.' The alleged real Bedford Falls and their diminishing annual celebration. The few locations left from 'It's a Wonderful Life.' Jim Backus as Mr. Magoo as Ebenezer Scrooge. The Christmas documentary that plays like a horror movie, featuring the greatest reality Christmas villain of all time. Why the holiday season has been extended over the passing decades and how the Rockefeller Center tree should be up by now. How Anne works harder doing research for this show than she ever did in college and how Kev's only true studies were watching TV. Text us your thoughts. Tis the season. Talk Shawtly. 

    The Easter Bunny is Coming to Town

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 85:39


    The Gang is Back to talk all things The Easter Bunny is Coming to Town! Did this Easter classic hold true to Rankin & Bass standards? The decline of the Easter Bunny believers today. Could this special have stopped the spiral - and why it failed to. Why is this R&B animation special not an annual viewing tradition like the others? Why did it miss and how could it have been saved? Kev's mini film class provides some screenwriting 101 as well as some answers. We talk R & B's continued love for old Hollywood and how the 1970s signaled the official end of post -WW2 culture that saluted such things as Brooklyn accents, Trains and Hobo culture. More talk on being a World Leading Experts on Rankin and Bass and the many subjects to be world leaders on? We digress to discuss Easter Candy favs of past and present with a medium dive into the world of peeps!   Talk SHAWTLY. Remember- Bumbles Bounce....but Gadzooks doesn't. He breaks a leg:(   Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove   Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533   Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    How the Grinch Stole Christmas

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2023 60:16


    With so many requests- we would be remiss if we didn't cover the Christmas Holiday Favorite How the Grinch Stole Christmas Our multi-generational panel is once again split on if it's a must-see or a not so much…The team digresses listing their personal holiday favs and must-sees- Shout outs to Eugene Levy and of course Star Wars Christmas gets a mention. Kev bids an early ado – so the Junior Varsity does Production Notes Lite- same basic coverage with a little less takeaway. Final thoughts and season two wrap-up! All this and more as our march to the holiday continues! Talk SHAWTLY. Remember- Bumbles Bounce!   Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com   Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533   Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    Rudolph, the Red-Nose Reindeer Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 47:49


    Hey Holiday Fanatics, welcome back for this season one rewind -part 2 of Rudolph, the Red-Nose Reindeer!! In Part Two We talk: Scene breakdowns. Controversy surrounding the special and how the multi-gen crew really feels about Rudolph Santa and all of the other misfits!   All this and more as our march to the holiday continues! Talk SHAWTLY. Remember- Bumbles Bounce!   Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com   Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533

    Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 71:11


    In this season one rewind, we talk multi-gen initial thoughts- how Millennials and Gen Y are ready to cancel Rudolph!  Production notes and the start of scene by scene. Mean Santa- Did the coach have a name and why was the doll even on the land of the misfit toys…? All of this and more and the march to the greatest holiday of the year is HEATING UP! Talk SHAWTLY and Remember- Bumbles Bounce! Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove   https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com  Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533

    The Little Drummer Boy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 60:21


    By popular demand, our multi-generational panel breaks down the controversial special. Taken off the air for a period, what were the MANY triggers for BOTH Gen X and Gen Y? Were the songs up to Rankin Bass standards? Why are there two different narrators? Why is the antagonist in this the most empathetic? The beauty and meaning underneath the darkness. Why kids of yesteryear could see the violence and why it's understandably too much for kids today. How everything today is compared to Star Wars and Disney (sigh), how “The Fonz” believed we should Live and Let Live and how yes you too can be the World's Leading Expert at (just about anything). All this and more as our march to the holiday continues! Talk SHAWTLY. Remember- Bumbles Bounce! Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533 Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    Charlie Brown Christmas Part 2 Scene by Scene Breakdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 67:24


    Welcome back to part 2 of A Charlie Brown Christmas!! We dive into a scene by scene breakdown of the special and all our thoughts along the way! Merry Christmas & enjoy the holidays! :) Talk SHAWTLY and Remember- Bumbles Bounce! Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com   Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533

    A Charlie Brown Christmas Pt.1 The Nitty-Gritty Details

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 38:33


    We're back- and discussing the ultimate classic A Charlie Brown Christmas!! We talk: Everyone's take on the special All about Charles Schulz (aka Sparky) All the nitty-gritty details on how A Charlie Brown Christmas was made.   Stay tuned for part two!   Talk SHAWTLY and Remember- Bumbles Bounce! Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com   Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533   Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    Santa Claus is Coming to Town Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 80:59


    We talk Gen X and Gen Y general thoughts- how these deflated Kev into not wanting to go on. Going scene by scene uncovers some beautiful moments- but also some hidden triggers, cancelations and more. How tipping the dishwasher is a good thing. Our march to the holidays- and to us each being World Leading Experts at …? Continues! Talk SHAWTLY and Remember- Bumbles Bounce! Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com   Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533 Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    Santa Claus is Coming to Town: Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2023 60:05


    We talk production notes, the song track, modern day triggers and a few surprises along the way! Plus Tune in to learn what Milk Duds and Holiday Throw Blankets have to do with this favorite Rankin and Bass classic! How Fred Astaire learned to skateboard in his 70's and married a Sports Illustrated model in his 80's. Kev's talk with Mickey Rooney about this special. How One Foot in Front of the Other- Is both Iconic AND insightful. Modern Triggers by several “IMPORTANT” sources And more…. Remember- Bumbles Bounce! Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com   Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533

    Year Without A Santa Claus

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 88:42


    We're back!! This time we are diving into the 1974 classic 'A Year Without A Santa Clause' We talk: All the iconic songs The weird stop-motion tears Favorite scenes & more   Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511     IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove          Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com      Keven Undergaro         Regular Guy Friday Podcast         https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533      Christian Bladt        The Bladtcast:        https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    The Alf Christmas Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 62:05


    Based on a true story- find out why the Alf Christmas Special should be part of your holiday annual must sees- or not. Is it poignant or too dark? Our multi-gen panel is split! A brief history on the show, this episode and the cast. Does Alf help us to rediscover the meaning of Christmas? Why a one hundred year old article “Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus” is still relevant today and the surprising faith based layers. We are anxious to hear your take so make sure to send us a text! Until then put one foot in front of the other toward the greatest holiday of the year!       Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533   Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    Frosty The Snowman

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2023 64:34


    Hiii Holiday Fanatics! Today we're jumping into the 1969 classic- Frosty the Snowman! We talk: The "controversy" of Frosty's friends wearing shorts Thoughts on Professor Hinkle The Frosty sequels & more!   Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com   Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533   Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    Black Friday

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 25:42


    In this Fireside Chat episode of CSWL, we dive into the history of Black Friday, a phenomenon synonymous with discounted prices, bustling crowds, massive sales, holiday shopping, and sadly crime. We uncover the mysteries surrounding its origin and the incredible journey it's taken over the years. Explore the uncertain beginnings of Black Friday possibly tied to 1950s worker absenteeism the day after Thanksgiving and the raucous Philadelphia Army-Navy game. Learn how retailers transformed and spun the term Black Friday to give it a new meaning to make it a major shopping extravaganza. Travel through the decades with us, from the more modest Black Fridays of the 1960s and 1970s to the explosive growth of the 2000s and midnight openings, massive discounts, and major mayhem. Discover how the 2010s further witnessed the rise of online shopping, the emergence of Thanksgiving Day store openings, and the expansion of e-commerce. We explore how the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped Black Friday traditions and altered in-store shopping habits. Black Friday puts the march to Christmas in full gear so make sure your sleigh seat belt is attached! Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533

    Minisode- Macy's Underdog Balloon

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 7:18


    Surprise!!! It's a special minisode today!! We are talking all about Underdog. How was his balloon created for the Macy's Day Parade? The Underdog special where he may or may not have saved the Parade. And mentions of Underdog in different beloved TV shows! A Thanksgiving present from us to you! Enjoy :)   Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com   Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533

    History of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 69:49


    It's almost Thanksgiving so we thought... what's the most iconic Thanksgiving event? MACY'S DAY PARADE!! Today we are joined by Keven, Anne, Kelsey, Elain and the VERY SPECIAL Jeffery Graham. What are the routes of the parade and we discuss why we think the distance changed. The iconic balloons in the parade - Do Elain and Kelsey know who certain characters are? The horrific accidents that have happened during the parades. And do you think we made Jeff cry by the end of the episode? Photos of Macy's Day Parade in the 20's: 20s macy's day parade Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533

    Toys of the 1970's

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 65:16


    The gang is back for another CSWL fireside chat. This week, the subject turns to toys of the 1970s. We poke through two 'Sears Christmas Wish Books' from the era while reminiscing about the importance and pivotal role of the Sears Catalogue with regard to Christmas. We also ponder if Christmas, toys, and presents are less appreciated by younger generations and why. We also go over the long list of games, toys, and habits of the day. Get ready for a walk down memory lane and or an educational one if this is before your time. The march to the greatest holiday of the year continues! Just put one foot in front of the other! Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533

    Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 60:39


    This week on The Christmas Specials We Love, our panel of 'blockheads' covers 'A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving'.  Did Charlie Brown ever get to kick the football? Who really started the bullying between Lucy and Charlie. What drove Peppermint Patty? Woodstock's first appearance as well as Franklin's. Franklin's origins post the MLK assassination. These days, if the holiday season starts November 1st, when did it begin back in the day? Thanksgiving school crafting of yesterday and today. Does the special hold up today, favorite characters and more. These are The Christmas Specials We Love!      Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533   Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    A Very Seinfeld Thanksgiving

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 65:12


    Today we have a not-so Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving episode! Seinfeld is known for never celebrating or fully mentioning Thanksgiving, but this show is too iconic for us to pass up. What happened to the Mom and Pop Shop? Where did Jerry's sneakers go? Did George really buy Jon Voight's Volvo? The team shares their past Thanksgiving experiences. Kev teaches us an important lesson that we need to implement this holiday.   Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533 Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    CSWL: WKRP Thanksgiving: Turkey's Away

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 25:28


    Season's Greetings, on this episode of CSWL, we cover the 1980's sitcom 'WKRP in Cincinnati 'and its famed Thanksgiving Day special.  You don't need to be a WKRP fan or even have seen the episode in question. You just need to tolerate Kev hosting with Covid and brain fog. Still, we discuss everything from how this show and episode was based on true life and what life working at radio stations was like back in the day (and how that life no longer exists). We also cover how the Thanksgiving episode saved the fledgling series, why this episode frequently ranks in the all-time top 100 and how the one original line at the end created a saying we all use today.  Gen Z surprisingly found little to be offended over, too, as the march to the greatest holiday continues!   Comments? Suggestions? Text us 351-251-2511   IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove The star power of Loni Anderson The character of Herb (Frank Bonner): the precursor to Dwight (Rain Wilson) from 'The Office'? A strange but true story (and alleged ghost story) involving murdered Sal Mineo and Gary Sandy aka Travis from WKRP Richard Sanders aka Less Nessman studying news commentary from the Hindenburg crash to prep for the role. Howard Hessman aka Johnny Fever as the perfect burnout DJ of the era. Frank Bonner aka Herb's last-minute improv. Gordon Jump as the Maytag man and the iconic line he took from his mother to end the episode that has become mainstream today.  Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533 Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    CSWL Rewind: Friends Thanksgiving

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 51:58


    As you know at CSWL our hosts hail from so many generations, and no recent show touched as many generations so profoundly as Friends, including Matthew Perry's beloved character Chandler Bing. The Funny One will long be a favorite of ours and so many others. While we will most likely cover other Friends episodes in the future- for now- we rewind to our last year's coverage of the Friends Thanksgiving… RIP Matthew Perry. Listen in to hear the different generations take on the iconic show. How progressive the show was for its time. Each character's role and idea of Thanksgiving. Why we still love it so much to this day. Enjoy!!!   0:00 Matthew Perry RIP 4:00 The Thursday Night Block: Must See TV 11:04 Production Notes 18:08 Scene by Scene 30:49 The Fashion: Why it contributed to Friends Longevity 48:00 The March to Christmas Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511  IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533 Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    CSWL Chat: November 1st aka The Holiday Season Opener

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 47:30


    When to Put the Tree Up? Season's Greetings Noel-stalgics, on this Fireside Chat edition of the Christmas Specials We Love we salute November 1st being the holiday season's opening day! We also discuss the origins and history of the Christmas tree, the all-important question of when to start decorating, and a comprehensive look at how that has changed through the decades.   Should November 1st be changed from All Saints Day to Joy to the World Day and is it the beginning of the season?   The origins and history of the Christmas Tree. Trimming trees and putting up decorations through the centuries and decades and how when to do so has changed drastically - even in the past 10 years.  When radio stations go to all Christmas music and how it affects business.  Teasing our Black Friday show.   Comments? Suggestions? Text Us: 351-251-2511  IG: @Christmasspecialswelove  https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533 Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    Garfield and Friend's Thanksgiving

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 51:37


    The CSWL multi-gen cast breaks down this lesser-known late 80's Thanksgiving Day cartoon.  Those classic specials we love due to childhood sentiments and those specials we love due to quality (ie Home Alone and It's a Wonderful Life.)   The comic section of the Sunday paper and comic strips of the past.  What Snoopy had to do with Garfield and are you a Snoopy person or a Garfield one?  Charlie Brown Thanksgiving vs. Garfield and Friends Thanksgiving. More Gen Z argument(s) to cancel this special (add it to the list) and debates over why it's not a classic.  The march to Christmas continues! 1:20 General Thoughts 7:00 Garfield: Comedy for Adults and Kids 12:10 Creator Jim Davis-3rd richest writer alive 16:20 The Cast 21:27 The Songs 21:56: Fun Quotes! 29:24 Scene by Scene 47:44 Fan Thoughts and Shout-Outs Comments? Suggestions? Text us 351 251 2511   IG: @Christmasspecialswelove https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533 Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A

    Halloweens of the 70s and 80s

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 54:33


    It's the CSWL 'preseason' aka Halloween! Thus our multi-gen hosts couldn't help but cover Halloween then vs. now, particularly Halloween in the decades of the 1970s and 1980s. Join us for a deep dive into the costumes, candies, habits, trends and behaviors. From cheap costumes and decor to streets swarming with kids to egging houses and spraying shaving cream to haunted houses. We discuss how fewer adults celebrated and helicoptered (or had to helicopter, as we travel back to a very different Halloween than we know today. We also discuss why Halloween may be more popular with young adults than Christmas and why Los Angeles certainly loves Halloween more.  The march to the greatest holiday of the year (Christmas - duh) is in full swing with many new episodes each week! Comments? Suggestions? Text us 351 251 2511 IG: @Christmasspecialswelove https://www.instagram.com/christmasspecialswelove Email: Santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533 Christian Bladt The Bladtcast: https://on.soundcloud.com/hty23Cr4so5myD51A  

    Rankin and Bass The Mad Monster Party?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 98:05


    CSWL: Rankin Bass Mad Monster Party? Welcome back Holiday Fanatics to the season two premiere episode of the Christmas Specials We Love Podcast! Supporting our belief that the holiday season begins October 1st AND that Halloween is the cornerstone of the Holiday 'preseason', we break down the Rankin and Bass animagic, non-Christmas, lesser-known,  cult classic, Mad Monster Party? (Yes there is a question mark in the official title.) This was a first-time viewing for our Gen Z, Gen X and Lost Generation (the gen between Boomer and X) hosts prompting many questions, Was this even made for kids? Was the non-produced yet credited soundtrack (produced 30 years later) even a soundtrack? Would kids today watch this? Will Gen Z be too triggered to watch this? Was Mad Magazine too involved? Why does the lead speak like Jimmy Stewart? What did Phyllis Diller, the Misfits and Rob Zombie have to do with this? Why the question mark in the title? The Christmas Specials We Love Podcast crew has the answers along with their usual deep dive into production history and trivia as well as insights, and a few laughs, too. The Holiday Season begins now!  2:15: Late Boomers and the Lost Generation: that group between Gen X and Boomer  11:30: Why is Rick Goldschmidt World Leading Rankin Bass expert and who wouldn't want to be a world-leading expert at anything including 1970's breakfast cereals?    20:16 A Sequel Not so Sequel to Mad Monster Party?   24:00 The cast: talking Boris Karloff, Phyllis Diller, Alan Swift and Gail Garret 40:02 Production history and notes 41:27 The Significance of Artist Jack Davis, Mad Magazine and EC Comics 47:11 The Mad Monster Party? Toy line? 48:46 Notes from Mad Monster Party? Book Author and Rankin Bass Expert Rick Goldschmidt 51:02 Why Does Mad Monster Party? have a question mark in the title? 54:15 The Great Hanna Barbera Character Team-Ups: Wacky Races and Laugh Olympics 58:12 Monster Cereals: Who mourns for Fruit Brut? 1:00:00 Mad Monster Party Scene by Scene Breakdown 1:31:37 Upcoming shows Tell us your suggestions and comments:  Website: https://christmasspecialswelove.com Email: santa@thechristmasspecialswelove.com Text: 351-251-2511   Keven Undergaro Regular Guy Friday Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-squad-x-maria-menounos/id1320060107?i=1000631977533 Christian Bladt: Who Are These Broadcasters? Tuesday afternoons on the Who Are These Podcasts network: https://youtube.com/@KarlWATP?si=_ogiIwMkvPxlxp-n Evan Wessman   HAYRIDE TO HELL | Centre Film Festival 2023

    1. It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 55:59


    Halloween is in 2 WEEKS!! Keven can't help but reminisce on the nostalgic Halloween special: It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! Joining Keven is Kelsey, Anne and Rick, they share their childhood memories, break down the special scene by scene and share notes from the production side of things. We love the holidays and can't wait to share so many more specials we love!! Happy halloween, friends.

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