Podcasts about call me claus

What do, a TV executive who hires the real Santa Claus to sell products, and the daughter of Santa Claus who is put in charge of the holiday, have in common? This week on THE MOVIE CONNECTION: KC Watched: "CALL ME CLAUS" (6:42) (Directed by, Peter Werner. Starring, Whoopi Goldberg, Nigel Hawthorne, Taylor Negron...) Jacob Watched: "SANTA BABY" (43:16) (Directed by, Ron Underwood. Starring, Jenny McCarthy, George Wendt, Lynne Griffin.) Talking points include: Even Santa believes in Science Do any of these Santa's make the cut? What other Christmas songs should get the movie treatment. and more!! Send us an email to let us know how we're doing: movieconnectionpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rate and Review on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out more reviews from Jacob on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Cover art by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Austin Hillebrecht⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Letters by KC Schwartz

Season 3 Episode 8- Call Me Claus - 2001,  Not Rated, 1 hour 30 minutes. This Made for TV movie was Produced by Whoopie Goldberg  & Garth Brooks! Rewind with  our Hosts Jerrod (Who obviously cried) and James as holiday traditions are paused and reflected while we watch Whoopi's character, Lucy do the same thing! It's a fun, early 2000's style ride in a cute rag top Red VW Bug and you won't wanna miss it! Call  me anything you want but don't forget to rewind with us!

Brian  is the co-creator and executive producer of the top-rated Hallmark Channel original series When Calls the Heart and is the writer and producer of over two dozen films and TV movies such as The Heart of Man, Bopha!, Call Me Claus, Not Easily Broken, Captive, and The Case for Christ. Over his 40+ year career, Brian has written and/or produced nearly 350 episodes of television, including Evening Shade, Step by Step, and Touched by an Angel. Brian talks about how he got his start in the industry, how he thinks it's essential to be fearless to be successful and shares many inspirational stories and insights. He also discusses how the best legacy of When Calls the Heart is not the show, it's the HeartiesSee more at NavigatingHollywood.org.Links:• Watch on YouTube• When Calls the Heart Official Site• When Calls the Heart on Twitter• Navigating Hollywood• Brian Bird on IMDb, Twitter• Allen Wolf on IMDb, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter• Allen Wolf's website• Allen Wolf's movie websiteThank you to everyone who has seen The Sound of Violet in theaters. To find out when it's playing at a theater near you or when it will be released on video, visit TheSoundOfViolet.com.

Char and Jen review and discuss the 2001 film, Call Me Claus, aka: the holiday movie you missed that's actually good.    Happy holidays!

‘Zat you, Santa Goldberg? Well, the alternate timeline version anyway! Whoopi joins the Movie Dumpster Universe in a splintered, yuletide excursion that can't help but rip-off other, better Christmas movies. Goldberg plays a malcontent, home shopping network executive producer that hasn't had the Christmas spirit since her father was sent home in a gift wrapped box from Vietnam during the holidays. Her career is upended when a man claiming to be the real Santa reveals that unless she takes up his mantle, the world will literally end! We're talking T-Day, global warming, Bruce Davison and John Hurt living together–MASS HYSTERIA! Are you filled with joy yet? We also decide what fantastical insect we're stuffing Clint Howard with this week, what powers we would ask Saint Nick for, our favorite and trashiest gifts, and inserting zombies all over the MDU. So don't forget your vanilla latte, hang on to that gift receipt for Jackpot Santa, and watch out for the extra dimensional being known as ‘Ralph' because we're not exactly sure how to respond when Whoopi says "Call Me Claus"!Joining us on this episode is special guest, Julie Lockwood!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/moviedumpster)

‘Zat you, Santa Goldberg? Well, the alternate timeline version anyway! Whoopi joins the Movie Dumpster Universe in a splintered, yuletide excursion that can’t help but rip-off other, better Christmas movies. Goldberg plays a malcontent, home shopping network executive producer that hasn’t had the Christmas spirit since her father was sent home in a gift wrapped … Continue reading "3.32 Call Me Claus" The post 3.32 Call Me Claus appeared first on Movie Dumpster.

Jonathan and Dmitri discuss their favourite Christmas films, have the Die Hard debate, and answer the age old question: The Holiday vs Love Actually. They also talk about: Home Alone and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York; Call Me Claus, The Associate; Cool Runnings; Holiday in Handcuffs; 12 Dates of Christmas; Christmas Getaway; White Christmas and It's a Wonderful Life.

Garth Brooks & the magic of Christmas: Songs from Call Me Claus by Garth Brooks Surprise, mothertruckers! Wicked cowboys never die! That's right, Garth Brooks has returned for another heartwarming exercise in perfunctory Christmas mirth. Watch those reindeer paws, because we're about to bump-n-hump deep into the black magic of Christmas.  Learnin' Links: Attention: We were not aware that “Zat You, Santa Claus?” is a real song, done much better by Louis Armstrong The Allmusic review for this album Sen. Sumner was beaten on the floor of the senate for being an abolitionist Humping in the meaning of schlepping (definition 2) “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” and its changed lyrics Chance the Rapper and the last Christmas Jay Pharaoh's lost episodes of Fresh Prince sketch Listen along to Garth Brooks & the magic of Christmas: Songs from Call Me Claus here (if you have access to Amazon Music) You can support us in several ways: Kick us a few bux on Patreon! By becoming a supporting member, you'll gain access to special bonus episodes, including a new weekly mini-show, What's in the Box Weekly! Buy T-shirts, sweatshirts, and more at our merch page!

BRIAN BIRD is the screenwriter and co-producer of the phenomenal new film, The Case for Christ. The film is based on the true story of an award-winning investigative journalist—and avowed atheist—who applies his well-honed journalistic and legal skills to disprove the newfound Christian faith of his wife … but, with unexpected, life-altering results. Brian Bird has worked as a writer and producer in Hollywood for more than three decades. In 2005, he partnered with Michael Landon, Jr., to form Believe Pictures, which produced titles including THE LAST SIN EATER, SAVING SARAH CAIN and JAKE’S RUN. He wrote the screenplay for NOT EASILY BROKEN (2009) and wrote television pilots for NBC and Showtime. He previously served as co-executive producer and writer on the final four seasons of the long-running series Touched by An Angel. His script for Sony’s Call Me Claus, starring Whoopi Goldberg, was the highest-rated cable TV film of 2002. He has numerous other film credits, and TV series producer and writing credits include more than 250 episodes of Touched by an Angel, Evening Shade, Step by Step, and, The Family Man, DAVID A.R. WHITE – (PRODUCER). The Case for Christ is now playing in movie theaters.

Our special guest is Brian Bird, a 30-year veteran of the Hollywood film and television business. He is the co-producer and screenwriter of the hit Christian film The Case for Christ, a movie about the life of Lee Strobel. Brian Bird's mission as a writer, producer and media professional is to create high-caliber life-affirming, uplifting entertainment projects. Brian is co-founder and partner with Michael Landon, Jr., of Believe Pictures, specializing in life-and-faith-affirming films and television. His most recent writing and executive-producing credits include the 2015 Paramount feature films, "Captive," "The Ultimate Life" (2013) for 20th Century Fox, along with the TV film, "Beverly Lewis' The Reckoning" for the Hallmark Channel (2015). Additionally, he serves as executive producer and head writer of the Hallmark original series, "When Calls the Heart," (2014-15). Prior to that, he wrote and produced "Beverly Lewis' The Confession" (2013) and "The Shunning" (2011), both for Hallmark; "Gametime" for NBC (2011); "Not Easily Broken" (2009), adapted from the novel by T.D. Jakes, for Sony/Screen Gems; "Saving Sarah Cain" (2008) and Francine Rivers' "The Last Sin Eater" (2007) for 20th Century Fox. In addition to "Captive," the untold true story of 2005's Atlanta hostage crisis, he is adapting and producing "The Boy From Baby House 10," based on the internationally acclaimed true story and book, in partnership with Footprint Films, and "The Nazarene," a 6-hour mini-series on the life of Christ. Between 1998-2003, Bird served as co-executive producer and writer on the final five seasons on the series "Touched by an Angel." His TV series writing and producing credits include more than 250 episodes of "When Calls the Heart," "Touched By an Angel," 'Evening Shade," "Step by Step" and "The Family Man," as well as pilots for ABC, NBC and Showtime. Bird's other film credits include the Morgan Freeman-directed "Bopha!" (1993) for Paramount Pictures, the Hallmark Hall of Fame drama "Captive Heart" (1996), and "Call Me Claus," the highest rated cable film of 2003 for TNT. He has also written screen adaptations of "In Silence" for Paramount Pictures, "Trail of Tears: The Rise and Fall of the Cherokee Nation" for TNT, "Before Time Runs Out" for Fox, "The Deaths of Sybil Bolton" for CBS and "A Dirty Business" for HBO. He graduated with a degree in journalism from California State University at Fullerton in 1980. Prior to his work in Hollywood, Bird was a staff reporter for the San Gabriel Valley Tribune, and then served as Director of Public Relations for World Vision. During that time, he also wrote widely in the Christian press, including news and cover stories for Christianity Today magazine. His blog is a vibrant, creative exchange serving thousands of new screenwriters on the art of story and the craft of screen writing with free tools, tips and training. As a longtime member of Saddleback Church, Brian has also served Pastor Rick Warren in a variety of media consulting roles. Brian's best productions to date are his five children with his wife, Patty, of 34 years. Visit his website at www.brianbird.net.

Guest:  BRIAN BIRD – (SCREENWRITER) Brian Bird has written and produced in Hollywood for more than three decades. In 2005, he partnered with Michael Landon, Jr., to form Believe Pictures, producing titles such as THE LAST SIN EATER, SAVING SARAH CAIN and JAKE’S RUN. He also is well-known as executive producer of the Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart. Brian wrote the screenplay for NOT EASILY BROKEN (2009) and television pilots for NBC and Showtime. He previously served as co-executive producer and writer on the final four seasons of the long-running series Touched by An Angel. His script for Sony’s Call Me Claus, starring Whoopi Goldberg, was the highest-rated cable TV film of 2002. His many credits in film, TV series production and writing include more than 250 episodes of Touched by an Angel, Evening Shade, Step by Step, and The Family Man. About the Movie The Case for Christ and Lee Strobel: Atheist-turned-Christian Lee Strobel is the former award-winning legal editor of The Chicago Tribune and best-selling author of more than 20 books. His classic, The Case for Christ, details his conversion to Christianity. His recent release, The Case for Grace, won the 2016 Nonfiction Book of the Year from the EPCA. For the last 25 years, his life’s work has been to share the evidence that supports the truth and claims of Christianity and to equip believers to share their faith with the people they know and love. Strobel earned his Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Missouri and his Master of Studies in Law at Yale Law School. A journalist for 14 years at The Chicago Tribune and other newspapers, he won Illinois' highest honor for public service journalism from United Press International.   

Guest:  BRIAN BIRD – (SCREENWRITER) Brian Bird has written and produced in Hollywood for more than three decades. In 2005, he partnered with Michael Landon, Jr., to form Believe Pictures, producing titles such as THE LAST SIN EATER, SAVING SARAH CAIN and JAKE’S RUN. He also is well-known as executive producer of the Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart. Brian wrote the screenplay for NOT EASILY BROKEN (2009) and television pilots for NBC and Showtime. He previously served as co-executive producer and writer on the final four seasons of the long-running series Touched by An Angel. His script for Sony’s Call Me Claus, starring Whoopi Goldberg, was the highest-rated cable TV film of 2002. His many credits in film, TV series production and writing include more than 250 episodes of Touched by an Angel, Evening Shade, Step by Step, and The Family Man. About the Movie The Case for Christ and Lee Strobel: Atheist-turned-Christian Lee Strobel is the former award-winning legal editor of The Chicago Tribune and best-selling author of more than 20 books. His classic, The Case for Christ, details his conversion to Christianity. His recent release, The Case for Grace, won the 2016 Nonfiction Book of the Year from the EPCA. For the last 25 years, his life’s work has been to share the evidence that supports the truth and claims of Christianity and to equip believers to share their faith with the people they know and love. Strobel earned his Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Missouri and his Master of Studies in Law at Yale Law School. A journalist for 14 years at The Chicago Tribune and other newspapers, he won Illinois' highest honor for public service journalism from United Press International.