Podcasts about The Christmas Chronicles

Gremlins, Goonies, Home Alone, Mrs. Doubtfire—iconic films that few of us haven't seen. But how did they come to be? In this episode, Kate sits down with legendary filmmaker Chris Columbus to explore his journey from aspiring screenwriter to Hollywood heavyweight. Columbus shares how his college screenplay sold for just $5K, the professor who told him success was 50% talent, 50% luck, and the serendipitous moment when Steven Spielberg discovered his Gremlins script. Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from Home Alone, Mrs. Doubtfire, and collaborating with Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell on The Christmas Chronicles 2.This conversation took place in, and was originally published, in 2020. Questions? Comments? Criticism? Hit us up on social media at @theblcklst.To learn more about The Black List, visit www.blcklst.com.

Join up via Patreon at patreon.com/KFSHOW ======================================== Presented with Holley - Back for 2025! Make sure that you visit Holley.com to place your speed parts orders - and THANK THEM for continuing on as the Title Sponsor of the KF Show! Their Ford Small Block Giveaway is running now through February 1, 2025. Visit here to enter: https://www.holley.com/win/fordsmallblockgiveaway ======================================== K&F Show Summary: 2025 is here! We're kicking things off with a look at what we're in for this year, Bernie on the News, and a look at Tim Allen's new ABC car-themed sitcom: Shifting Gears. We're going to add it to the pop culture review! Dukes Review: This is the first episode to release in 1985 and was (as of right now) exactly 40 years ago! By this point in the show the series was actually over. Filming had ceased. Actors were looking for new jobs. General Lee's were sitting idly, waiting for a young Corndog to document them, knowing that there were 27 General Lee's at the time and he stashed 8 of them for himself to find when he grew up. Tom Wopat directs the episode and - like his previous episodes - really gives fan service, interesting camera angles, and always establishes where the General is. There are no miniatures used of any kind - only recycled footage of jumps and new wrecks. At the end everyone is on scene together and happy. Rosco is over the top funny. It's a really nice episode. White there are no new jumps, there are new stunts in it - including a big General Lee wreck that is potentially that last GL to be wrecked on screen. But I have to admit…it kind of seems like a goodbye. 8 Corndogs. Legit Episode Info Season 7, Episode 13 “The Haunting of J.D. Hogg” Written by Len Kauffman & Myles Wilder Directed by Tom Wopat ======================================== National Parts Depot Presents: Bernie on the News! https://www.npdlink.com. The post K&F Show #317: New Years 2025 – Tim Allen's New Car Show Dukes 40-Years-Today Review: S7E13 “The Haunting of J.D. Hogg” S3E17 “Christmas Chronicles” first appeared on The Muscle Car Place.

Original Release Date: Monday 6 January 2025    Description:   The first show of 2025 find Dean and Phil in good form and discussing a wide array of topics including the landscape and geography of NY's Central Park, nature photography, the It Ends With Us controversy and lawsuit, and the near future of motion picture distribution both theatrically and via streaming. The truncated nature of this year's mad dash Awards Season will get analyzed before the Netflix series "Man on the Inside" gets reviewed. Then, your friends in podcasting roll up their sleeves to re-examine Netflix's 2018 film The Christmas Chronicles and offer their thoughts on the Ralph Fiennes-Juliet Binoche starrer The Return as well as the brilliant Nickel Boys and the reviled (and misunderstood?) Joker: Folie a Deux. Finally, thoughts regarding the suicide of filmmaker Jeff Baena are offered and Ralph Fiennes closes the show by being very “demure”.

Send us a textOn this Episode, Tom and Bert cover and discuss their Top 10 Christmas/Holiday Movies of all time.So many great memories that just continue to be "The gift that keeps on giving".These are yearly Holiday treats that are all over the Streaming networks plus Hallmark and Lifetime TV. So you can see them all.Listen as we go through the most wonderful tiem of the year in Movies!The List:(6:17) "A Christmas Carol" 1984 version(9:14) "It's a Wonderful Life"(12:29) "Christmas Vacation"(18:13) "Die Hard"(22:19) "Miracle on 34th Street" 1947 version(25:20) "Home Alone"(28:03) "Bad Santa"(31:22) "Elf"(33:34) "The Santa Clause"(36:04) "A Christmas Story"(38:36) "The Christmas Chronicles"(43:26) "Trading Places"(48:53) "Christmas with the Kranks"(51:34) "Charlie Brown's Christmas"(53:32) "Jingle All the Way"(1h 2m) "Bridget Jones' Diary"(1h 4m) "Candy Cane Lane"(1h 6m) "Lethal Weapon"(1h 8m) "A Christmas Story Christmas"(1h 11m) "The Holiday"(1h 14m) "New Years Eve"Have a Great Holiday Season and we wish you and yours a Safe and Happy New Year.Enjoy the Show!You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well.

Send us a textThis one comes in a little hot at the start.  Possibly the grind of 92 weeks or so of Friday night recording sessions is taking its toll?  Nah, we got back on track quickly enough.  Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas/Happy Hannukah and has a Happy New Year!  Thanks for listening!Typhoid MikeDave Foley Cameo  (check out link below)Errors and OmissionsNewt's--Smash Burger Fans Unite!Mercury riffRIP Jim FixxRadio GameChristmas Movies:  Christmas Vacation, Elf, Scrooged, Home Alone, A Christmas Carol, Jingle all the Way, Bad Santa, The Christmas Chronicles, Any Hallmark Movie, The Santa ClauseTrans-Siberian Orchestra controversy?Shout out to Think Drink Disney!  Give them a listen if you like anything Disney!The Minnesota Goodbye#Newt'sA message from Mr. Dave Foley:   https://www.cameo.com/recipient/674d2d53bea47fd96e2a52bcThe original Kids in the Hall sketch, featuring Mr. Dave FoleyKids in the Hall - S03E08 - Freedom of Speech ("You use the word 'ascertain' too much.")

This week Kelley and Jordan go over, "The Christmas Chronicles." In this episode they talk about the worst movies they've watched, they yap too close to the sun, and joke that Santa does not like dealing with kids, and are confused about how Christmas spirit works in this movie. Use our special link https://zen.ai/0LmmcoxSI8fB_4ix3nioEncL0–7XVkMKbLJizxRQqXv4 to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Ready to shop better hydration, use our special link https://zen.ai/0LmmcoxSI8fB_4ix3nioEr1GvXnsPkWemdSR5s0AtUc to save 20% off anything you order. Listen to us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or anywhere else you listen to podcasts Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-you-think-youre-iconic/id1528462095 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1sV5jnnsnI7mcCk3pA7yVT?si=rD_0rUScQS2y2arFbbJZPg&dl_branch=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sytyipodcast/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/SYTYIPODCAST Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClWbWmlH_IEXGy9Dbbeg--A

Siskoid Cinema presents... No Escape from Kurt Russell, the show that explores the filmography of one of American cinema's best leading men and tries to get a handle on his mystique. Why is it we'll watch anything so long as Kurt Russell's name is attached to the project? On this episode, Siskoid and oHOTmu OR NOT?'s DJ Nath discuss 2018's The Christmas Chronicles. A kids' Christmas movie, Siskoid? Yeah, but Kurt Russell is in it! Listen to the episode below, or subscribe to FW Team-Up on Apple or Spotify! This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK! Visit our WEBSITE: https://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Like our FACEBOOK page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Subscribe via Apple Podcasts as part of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK. Credits: Bonus clips: "The Christmas Chronicles" by Clay Kaytis, starring Kurt Russell, Darby Camp, Judah Lewis, Lamorne Morris, and Martin Roach; and "Santa Claus Is Back in Town" by Little Steven & The Disciples of Soul and Kurt Russell. Thanks for leaving a comment!

Send us a textYakov Smirnoff, Eddie Brill, Steve Bruner, Kermet Apio, Dennis Blair, Rick Allen, Larry Brown, Gregg Schwem, Mack Dryden, and Larry "Bubbles" Brown bring a unique blend of humor and insight to the controversy surrounding "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer." While Smirnoff critiques the story's depiction of bullying and societal discrimination, Brill and Bruner highlight the darker themes that often go unnoticed in this beloved holiday classic. Apio, Schwem, and Dryden emphasize the need for more positive messages about acceptance and kindness, reflecting on the broader societal issues of racism and exclusion. Through their combined perspectives, these comedians shed light on the importance of re-evaluating traditional narratives to promote inclusivity and empathy during the holiday season.(00:02:43) Comedians Balancing Work and Holiday Celebrations(00:07:03) Rudolph's Discrimination in Holiday Classic(00:11:46) "Dark Themes in Rudolph the Reindeer"(00:15:25) Nostalgic Christmas Tales Filled with Laughter(00:30:27) Bittersweet Sentiment of Christmas Tree Tradition(00:35:27) Fireplace Mishap with Southern Christmas Tree(00:38:52) Nostalgic Stories of Festive Holiday Traditions(00:41:06) Resilient Holiday Traditions: Soviet Union to America(00:57:22) "Hawaiian Names in Santa's Gift Giving"(01:13:35) "Festive Laughter: A Comedian's Christmas Chronicles"(01:16:21) Thoughtful Holiday Gift Selection Recommendations(01:21:51) Emotional Significance in Gift GivingSupport the showStandup Comedy Podcast Network.co www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.comFree APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More!For short-form standup comedy sets, listen to: "Comedy Appeteasers" , available on all platforms.New YouTube site: https://www.youtube.com/@standupcomedyyourhostandmc/videosVideos of comics live on stage from back in the day.Please Write a Review: in-depth walk-through for leaving a review.Interested in Standup Comedy? Check out my books on Amazon..."20 Questions Answered about Being a Standup Comic""Be a Standup Comic...or just look like one"

In this special "Over the Teacup" Christmas episode, join me, Diane, and Nicole Herst as we unwrap the magic of holiday movies. From timeless classics to the latest festive releases, we're diving deep into the films that make our holiday season bright.We'll explore why beloved classics like Elf, The Santa Claus, A Christmas Story, Scrooge and The Grinch continue to warm our hearts year after year. What is it about these movies that resonates so deeply with audiences of all ages?Next, we'll delve into the Hallmark Christmas Movie phenomenon. What makes movies like A Biltmore Christmas and Haul Out the Holly so irresistibly popular during the festive season? Is it the cozy, predictable charm, or something more?We'll also take a look at the impact of new Christmas movies. From the buzz around Red One, Spirited, Noel, and The Christmas Chronicles, we'll analyze how these films are contributing to our holiday traditions and shaping our cultural perceptions of the season.As streaming services rise, we'll discuss how they are changing the way we consume Christmas movies. Are we moving towards more diverse storytelling, and what does this mean for the future of holiday films?Finally, we want to hear from you! Share your favorite holiday movie memories and let us know how these films have impacted your holiday celebrations.So, grab a cup OKof tea, get cozy, and join us for a festive journey through the world of Christmas movie magic. Let's celebrate the joy, nostalgia, and new traditions that these films bring to our lives.

Rev. Michelle Matthews talks about "The Santa Clause" and "The Christmas Chronicles," relates a brief history of St. Nicholas, and discusses the disconnect of being good to be on the nice list, when we can only truly be saved by the grace of Jesus.

The Magi weren't just 3 smart guys riding camels... there is MUCH more to this part of the story.

Hello and Happy Wednesday! Here's your Disney News for December 18th, 2024. Let's dive into today's magical updates! - Disneyland Resort in California is dressed in holiday cheer with festive decorations, a Christmas Fantasy Parade, and the "Believe... In Holiday Magic" fireworks show. - Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom in Florida is debuting the new "Trek of the Wilds" ride, an adventurous journey through nature. - Disney+ now offers "Mickey's Christmas Chronicles," a new series featuring festive adventures with Mickey and friends. - Disney's holiday-themed merchandise is available in parks and online, perfect for gifting or a self-treat. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

As Paul Harvey used to say... this is the "REST of the story..." These particular shepherds were not an afterthought on God's part. They were EXACTLY the right witnesses to the Incarnation.

KF Patreon Peeps, as announced as many places as we could we are going FULL BORE for our annual Toys for Tots Christmas donation! Last year thanks to YOU we donated over $5,000.  This year we would love to hit $5,000...so if you have not yet joined us on Patreon, we're asking - nay - begging you to do so this moth.  If you're a Patreon member already, could you up your donation - even if it's just for this month? We are planning to do our donation at the end of the day on Dec 16. Whatever we have in the kitty goes to the kids! If you prefer, you can send one-time contributions to: PayPal: https://paypal.me/TheMuscleCarPlace?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US VENMO: https://www.venmo.com/u/themusclecarplace JOIN US ON WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 18 AT 7PM CST for OUR LIVE YEAR END PATREON SHOW! Join us via Patreon at patreon.com/KFSHOW ======================================== Presented with Holley - Back for 2024!  Phase 3 of Kibbe and Friends is officially here, and Holley is back for more fun, foolishness, and flying orange Chargers! Once again we're proud to be associated with the historic name that has made cars fast for years and years, and their innovations continue forward (as always)! Visit https://www.holley.com and tell them we sent you! ======================================== Christmas Movie Review: "The Christmas Chronicles" K&F Show Summary: Merry Christmas! I addition to our year end Christmas Music spectacular game we are pleased to bring you our review of "The Christmas Chronicles" movie starring Kurt Russell. This movie may portray the coolest onscreen Santa ever...and he even knows how to drift a Challenger! This review originally aired in KF Show #281 in 2023.  Movie Summary: Two kids who have lost their dad to tragedy are on the very edge of tragedy themselves…the tragedy of not believing! Teddy the older brother is turning to crime, and Katy the younger sister is innocent. They catch Santa in the act at their house, jump in his sleigh, scare the bejesus out of him, lose the reindeer and the presents, crash the sleigh, steal a red 2009 Dodge Challenger, jump it, end up in jail, then a chop shop, and then have to get it all back together by Christmas morning or the world explodes. Even worse, during the chaos they also lost Santa's magic hat, which is the think that makes the sleigh fly! At the end though they make it just in time to Save Christmas and Santa finally reveals (in the coolest of Kurt Russell moves) that the hat was a ruse. As Santa Claus himself could (of course) fly the whole time and the whole crazy night was to show Teddy - who was suffering from the loss of his dad - how regain the belief in something himself, and something far bigger. If you're only in it for the cars, the Challenger shines wonderfully. We believe Four Star Motorsports did the prep....and we THINK we have identified the Canadian stunt driver too!  Rating: 10 Little Debbie Christmas Cakes! Legit Movie Info: The Christmas Chronicles Release Date to Netflix: Nov 22, 2018 Directed by: Clay Kaytis Story by: Matt Lieberman David Giggenheim Produced by: Chris Columbus, Michael Barnathan Starring: Kurt Russell Judah Lewis Darby Camp Kimberly Williams-Paisley Oliver Hudson Dodge Challenger Stunt Car Preparation (we think): Four Star Motorsports: www.fourstarmotorsports.com Original Airdate: 12/19/1980  ======================================== National Parts Depot Presents: Bernie on the News! https://www.npdlink.com.  ======================================== Join up via Patreon at patreon.com/KFSHOW Kibbe, Corndog, and the Bern! The post K&F Show #316: Christmas 2024 Season Finale! Movie Review: S3E09 “The Great Santa Clause Chase” first appeared on The Muscle Car Place.

Proof you can still make great Christmas movies! This week the oddly shaped elves get together and watch "The Christmas Chronicles) 2018 starring none other than Kurt Russel as the S-Man, Santa! I'm not crying, you are! This is a sweet movie with a great message, so buckle up and listen as we have MAYBE our first ever somewhat family-friendly episode of Fried Rice Podcast! (Warning, do NOT listen with your family, this is NOT appropriate for anyone, let alone children) We are on Spotify/Audible/YouTube Music/Podbean and more! We are on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FriedRicePodcast Check out our website: www.friedricepodcast.com Call our VOICEMAIL: (702) 829-0117 and listen for this week's question!(don't worry, Andy isn't sitting in his room, waiting by his phone like it's the 90s, just fiddling with the long chord, watching "Soldier"...)

Looking at the humanity of Mary's story...

There are two parts to a chess match - the "Long Game" and the "End Game". The Long Game is the majority of the match, and its purpose is to set up the player's End Game. God's Long Game is the entirety of the Old Testament. His End Game is found in the Gospels. The incarnation is His opening gambit to His End Game.

Christmas Chronicles 8.8 - The Word

Christmas Chronicles 7.8 - Be of Good Cheer

Christmas Chronicles 5.8 - The Green Council Convenes

Welcome to another festive episode of The Insomnia Project! This December, we're bringing you cozy conversations and soothing stories with a delightful holiday twist. Our goal, as always, is to help you relax, unwind, and drift into a peaceful slumber.On today's episode, Marco Timpano is joined by his niece, Mia, for a holiday adventure filled with laughter and warmth as they explore:

I am joined by Lauren, from Lauren And The Books on Youtube to discuss Christmas, seasonal reading and our top 5 Christmas books.Link to Lauren's Youtube account:https://youtube.com/@laurenandthebooksLauren recommends:The Wood at Midwinter by Susanna Clarke The Christmas Tree Farm by Laurie Gilmore Time of the Child by Niall WilliamsGifts by Laura Barnett.The Christmas Wish-tastrophe by Cariad LloydPlus an extra: The Christmas Chronicles by Nigel SlaterPhilippa recommends:Death Comes at Christmas by variousLook Up Handsome by Jack Strange The Mistletoe Mystery by Nita ProseMake the Season Bright by Ashley Herring BlakeThe Visitor. It's by Sergio Gomez. Plus an extra: Happy Bloody Christmas by Jo Middleton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christmas Chronicles 4.8 - The Magic Reindeer

Christmas Chronicles 3.8 - Anna the Racer

Christmas Chronicles 2.8 - Klaus the Carpenter

Christmas Chronicles 1.8 - Pine Boughs

Tis the season. The season for jingle bells and Christmas Movie Brackets. Travis Ho-Ho-Holtrey and his trusty sidekick P.J. unveil this years 32 festive picks. Which film will find its name on this year's Holiday Cheermeister Award Championship Hall of Fame? Only Santa might know! Great Law. Less Legal. Law Done Lite!

In this week's episode, I review the movies and streaming shows I saw in the second half of summer 2024. The episode concludes with a preview of the audiobook of HALF-ORC PALADIN, as excellently narrated by Leanne Woodward. TRANSCRIPT 00:00:00 Introduction and Writing Updates Hello, everyone. Welcome to Episode 218 of The Pulp Writer Show. My name is Jonathan Moeller. Today is September the 13th, 2024 and today we are discussing my Summer Movie Review Roundup, Part 2. Just to note to say that you may hear some odd background noises in this episode. My neighbor across the street is getting his roof replaced. I can't begrudge them that because no one likes a leaky roof, but it is slightly inconvenient because this is the only time today I have to record the podcast. So if you hear the occasional pop in the background, that is the sound of a nail gun driving shingles into a roof. Before we get to our main topics, let's have an update on my current writing projects and then we will do Question of the Week. First up, Shield of Conquest is very nearly done. I am about 2/3 of the way through the final round of editing and if all goes well, it should come out shortly after this episode is available, so be sure to check your favorite ebook retailer and see if it is out. Once that is done, I will be going full speed ahead on Ghost in the Tombs and I'm currently 48,000 words into that, so about halfway through the rough draft, give or take, depends on how long the rest of the book takes and how certain scenes in the final half of the book out. In audiobook news, Half-Orc Paladin is done, and it's now available on all the major audio stores: Audible, Amazon, Apple, Google Play, Chirp, Kobo, Payhip, Spotify, and a couple others, and you can get it there. We will close out this episode with a preview of Half-Orc Paladin (as excellently narrated by Leanne Woodward). 00:01:30 Question of the Week Now let's have a Question of the Week. Question of the Week is designed to inspire interesting discussions of enjoyable topics. This week's question: what is your favorite superhero movie? No wrong answers, of course (including “I don't like superhero movies”, but it turns out no one said that, so I guess superhero movies are quite popular). The inspiration for this question was that I was thinking about how superhero movies are such a major part of pop culture. Nowadays when people think of superhero movies, they usually think of Marvel and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but there were major superhero movies before the whole Marvel Cinematic approach really got going in the 2000s/2010s and they've been obviously part of pop culture for a very long time, and as you could expect, we had a wide range of responses from this. Our first response was from JD, who says: If I had to pick just one, it would probably be Guardians of the Galaxy. The first film had a near perfect mix of action, drama, and comedy. For me, the best Batman film was the 1966 one starring Adam West. Joaquim says: In the last millennium, when I was a child, we had DC Comics and Marvel Comics. I did like Batman in DC, Spider-man and The Avengers in Marvel. In the movies, I did not particularly like Batman, but I like the early Marvel movies, Avengers 1 and Captain America 2 the most. Mary says: X-Men. Todd says: 1978 Superman. Visually at 15, I believed a man could fly. Juana says: My superhero is actually a couple - The Vision and Scarlet Witch (before they turned Vision into an emotionless thing a while back). What's interesting is that the guy who was in charge of Picard Season 3, which I quite liked, is apparently going to be running a Vision show for Marvel sometime in 2026 (assuming Disney doesn't run out of money first), so it should be interesting to see how it turns out. Stephen says: I know this is random- Shang Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings. I know it was not completely an original storyline, but I liked it a lot. I agree with Stephen. I thought Shang Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings was one of the stronger Marvel movies and it's too bad it hasn't had a sequel. Becca says: The Dark Knight trilogy. Those are the real Batman films for me. Ledger was certainly the best Joker. I do love the happier Batmans, too. I grew up on West's version of Batman. For me, V for Vendetta is my favorite superhero movie and one of my favorite movies ever. I usually watch it at least once a year. Michael says: Captain America: The First Avenger. Juliana says: Second Captain America. The spy aspect really married well with the superhero genre in this one. I agree with Juliana. I think Captain America: Winter Soldier is one of the better Marvel movies. Roger says: only because we're entering the season, The Christmas Chronicles with Kurt Russell. Andrew says: Deadpool and Wolverine, followed by The Dark Knight trilogy. James says: I know Fox's X-Men get a bad rap generally, but Days of Future Past was amazing. I'd have to go with that, with The Dark Knight, Thor: Ragnarok, and Wonder Woman as runner-ups. Cheryl says: don't really have favorites, but for eye candy, Thor. Catriona says: The original Christopher Reeve Superman. Jenny says: Mystery Men. Jeanne says: Megamind. Randy says: Christian Bale and Heath Ledger in The Dark Knight movies are definitely in the top three but Iron Man has always been my favorite. Good story, good pacing, and Robert Downey Junior just nailed playing Tony Stark, in my opinion. Not to mention it kicked off the longest, largest, story movie arc to this day. BV says: Superman 1978. Terry says: Fifth Element. Gary says: Hancock. For myself, I think my favorite superhero movies would be the Christopher Nolan/Christian Bale Dark Knight trilogy. Strong performances, great action, and they managed to do something very difficult, namely bring a satisfying end to a superhero story arc. It almost feels like The Dark Knight movies are the “real” events of Batman and all the other comics and cartoons and movies are legends and exaggerations after the fact, like how the whole glittering mythos of King Arthur and the Round Table developed around an obscure Roman British warlord in the 500s AD. Also, Heath Ledger's version of the Joker was amazing. That said, for Marvel movies, which have been kind of the dominant form of superhero movies for the last decade, I think the best one of those would be Captain America: Winter Soldier (in my opinion). 00:05:45 Main Topic: Summer 2024 Movie/TV Roundup, Part 2 And now on to our main topic of this episode, my Summer 2024 Movie Roundup, Part 2. And if this movie roundup has a theme, it's miscellaneous. The reason for that is I did not actually watch all that many movies in the second half of the summer. There was no nefarious reason for that. I was just busy with travel and busy with multiple instances of home repair and busy finishing Half-Orc Paladin and Shield of Conquest. So I mostly watched some older stuff that I found on streaming, especially on Tubi, which has the delightful attribute of being free with ads. As usual, the movies are listed from my least favorite to my most favorite and the grades are totally subjective and based upon my own thoughts and opinions and nothing more substantial than that. So with that in mind, let's start out. First up is The Burbs, which came out in 1989. It's a dark comedy/horror movie satire starring Tom Hanks as Ray, a suburban homeowner with a wife and a son. On vacation for the week, Ray becomes obsessed with the Klopeks, a new family that has moved on to his street. The Klopeks have no interest in maintaining their property and show signs of other odd activities: going out only at night, constant digging in the backyard, and strange noises and lights coming from their basement. Soon, Ray and his two neighbors become determined to find out just what the Klopeks are up to. It was darkly funny, though you could tell that the ending had been rewritten a few times. The movie couldn't decide if it wanted to be a satire of clannish homeowners or to totally validate their concerns, or both. I think it tried for both and couldn't quite get there. Though it does kind of show how much the United States has changed or possibly declined in the last 35 years. Ray and his friends are shown as kind of losers, but they live in enormous, well-maintained houses. It's like how Homer Simpson in the first couple seasons of The Simpsons was shown as a bumbling loser, but yet he could afford to live in a four bedroom house, his wife didn't work most of the time, they had two cars and three children, and all without Homer having a college degree. By the standards of 2024, Homer Simpson lived like a king. Amusing anecdote-one scene in The Burbs was clearly inspired by A Fistful of Dollars, which I talk about more below. Overall grade: C Next up is The Batman vs. Dracula, an animated movie which came out in 2005. In this movie, Batman goes up against Count Dracula. This was probably as dark and gory as something can be while still technically remaining targeted at children. When a robbery goes bad, the Penguin accidentally releases Count Dracula from his tomb and becomes the Vampire Lord's new chief servant. Dracula is fascinated by the modern world, but he's especially fascinated by Batman since for obvious reasons he admires Batman's bat-themed motif. Dracula offers Batman the chance to become his chief lieutenant, which Batman refuses and Dracula takes that personally. He'll get his revenge by turning Gotham City into a city of the undead and taking Bruce Wayne's girlfriend, Vicki Vale, as his new vampire bride. Unless, of course, Batman stops him. It was interesting how neatly Dracula slots into becoming a good enemy for Batman. After all, in the original Dracula novel, Dracula's nemesis Van Helsing was definitely a man of science who brought logic, reason, and scientific method to his fight against Dracula. Batman is also a man of science in the sense that he's a detective, so he does some detective work to unravel Dracula's weaknesses and to build weapons to use against him. Overall Grade: B Next up is Set It Up, which came out in 2018. This is a romantic comedy that reminded me a bit of the more cynical 1940s-era romcoms like The Shop Around the Corner. The female lead Harper works as a personal assistant for a workaholic female sports writer who terrorizes her employees. The male lead Charlie works for workaholic male venture capitalist who also terrorizes his employees. Both their bosses are miserable, demanding people who make everyone around them unhappy. One day, both Charlie and Harper are dispatched to get dinner for their bosses and end up fighting over the last available delivery man. However, in the wake of the encounter, Harper hatches a plan. Both she and Charlie know everything about their respective bosses, so why not manipulate their calendars and schedules so they fall in love? They might be more cheerful, or at the very least they'll be in the office less frequently. Charlie has his misgivings about this plan, but after one more unfortunate encounter with his boss, decides to embark upon Harper's plan. Of course, Charlie has a high maintenance girlfriend who wants him to make a lot more money, and Harper is trying to find a boyfriend, but as per the rules of romcoms, perhaps Charlie and Harper will have more in common than they might think. This had a bit more crude humor than I might prefer but was still enjoyable. It did remind me quite a bit of the more cynical ‘30s and ‘40s movies like My Man Godfrey or the Shop around the Corner. Overall Grade: B Next up is The Bank of Dave, which came out in 2023. This is basically the cynical British version of a Hallmark movie, but with better production values. It is very, very loosely based on the activities of Dave Fishwick, a successful van dealer in the north of England who decides to start a local bank for local people, feeling that the Big London banks have lost sight of that. To do that, he recruits a London lawyer named Hugh to help him navigate a labyrinth of regulation around financial institutions. Of course the big banks dislike this idea and come after Dave hard. Dave is definitely the local Big Man, and it's interesting that humanity's default mode of government seems to be Local Big Man. However, if one must have a Big Man, one could only hope he is as benevolent as Dave. The movie was pretty funny, though a lot of the humor comes from the UK's class and regional divides, which are rather more pronounced than in the United States. Here in the United States, you can drive for 300 miles and be in the same state the entire time, and the local culture won't change all that much. The cliche is that the US East Coast and the US West Coast look down upon flyover country, but you can drive something like 1,000 miles from New York before you even get to Flyover Country. If you drive 300 miles in the UK, you've probably gone through six or seven regional accents and local traditions. The Bank of Dave does kind of turn into a Hallmark movie since Hugh falls for David's doctor niece. So basically a romance with the backdrop of British class/regional struggle as comedy. Overall grade: B Next up is Cool Runnings, which came out in 1993. A sports comedy film very (and I mean very loosely) based on the debut of the Jamaican Olympic bobsled team in the 1988 Winter Olympics. When sprinter Derice Bannock is unable to qualify for the Jamaican Olympic team due to an accident, he decides to instead to start a bobsled team to represent Jamaica in the Games. To do this, he recruits washed up former bobsledder Blitzer (played by John Candy) to act as the team's coach. What follows is a pretty good example of a sports movie. The team must come together and perform while overcoming their own personal challenges and inner conflicts, especially Coach Blitzer, who has to dig deep and overcome his past to effectively coach the team. It's interesting that sports movies tend to follow one of two trajectories. Either the team rallies and wins the championship, or they don't win the championship and nonetheless achieve moral victory by overcoming their internal difficulties in learning to work together. I won't spoil which path Cool Runnings follows. Overall Grade: B Next up is Uncle Buck, which came out in 1989. This is a coming-of-age comedy film about a 40 year old man, oddly enough. I did think this was pretty funny. Bob and Cindy are a married couple with three children living in the suburbs of Chicago, and when Cindy's father has a heart attack, they need to rush to his side. Due to the unexpected nature of the news, they have to find someone to watch the kids while they're gone. In desperation, they turned to Bob's brother Buck, who alternates between working for his girlfriend at her tire company and making money on rigged horse races. While Buck is kind of a loser, he's basically a decent guy, just averse to responsibility and settling down. He quickly steps up to take care of the children, though he conflicts with the oldest daughter Tia, who is in the grips of a full-blown adolescent rebellion. Buck soon realizes that he's come to a crossroads in his life, which is reinforced when Tia runs away to a party for the weekend. Slightly dark in places, but definitely more family friendly than many ‘80s comedies. Overall Grade: B+ Next up is the Adjustment Bureau, which came out in 2011. It is a science fiction romantic thriller based on the Philip K. Dick story, which is a very odd sentence to say, but it's true. Matt Damon plays David Norris, a congressman from New York who just lost the Senate race. Preparing for his concession speech. He meets Elise (played by Emily Blunt) and is immediately smitten with her. A month later, he runs into her by accident on a bus and receives her phone number. However, soon mysterious suited men with unusual powers arrive and burn the paper with the phone number. The men explain to David that they are The Adjustment Bureau, charged with making sure history unfolds according to the mysterious Plan. The Plan says that David can never see Elise again. David of course is not the sort of guy to take that lying down, so he soon finds himself trying to outwit the Time Cops and find Elise. It was interesting that The Adjustment Bureau was very similar to the Time Variance Authority from the Marvel Loki show, so I wonder if they drew on some of the same sources of inspiration. An interesting movie and worth watching. It actually wrestled with the oldest philosophical question in Western civilization: are all things predestined or do we have free will? Or is it somehow both? I have to admit that the scene where Elise dunked David's BlackBerry in coffee was very satisfying to me personally, since I had a lot of support headaches with Blackberries back in the 2000s. Overall Grade: B+ Now, finally the favorite thing I saw in the second half of the summer 2024: A Fistful of Dollars, which came out in 1964. This was the first Spaghetti Western I've seen, which means it's Italian director Sergio Leone's sort of stylized version of what the Old West was like. Of course, the movie actually ripped off the Akira Kurosawa samurai movie Yojimbo. In fact, it was so heavily ripped off Yojimbo that Kurosawa sued, settled out of court, and received 15% of A Fistful of Dollars' revenue. Apparently Kurosawa made more from the settlement than he did from Yojimbo. Legal troubles aside, it was quite good and I could see how it heavily influenced many subsequent movies. For example, the Star Wars character of Boba Fett was inspired by A Fistful of Dollars and Boba Fett in turn inspired the Mandalorian. Stephen King's rather disappointing Dark Tower series was inspired by Dollars as well. And there are many other examples, such as the scene in The Burbs I had mentioned above earlier. Anyway, Clint Eastwood plays The Stranger, a mercenary gunslinger who seems to be drifting from town to town without a purpose. He arrives at San Miguel, a US-Mexican border town that is dominated by two crime families at each other's throats, the Rojos and the Baxters. Both clans seek to hire The Stranger for their organizations and the gunslinger begins playing them off each other for personal profit. As mercenary and as ruthless as he is, The Stranger seems to have a core of honor to him. A couple of times he goes out of his way to help people because he can, which sometimes gets him into trouble. Definitely worth watching as a classic film. Overall Grade: A So that's it for this week. Thanks for listening to The Pulp Writer Show. I hope you found the show useful. A reminder that you can listen to all the back episodes at https://thepulpwritershow.com, often with transcripts (note: transcripts are available from Episodes 140 onward). If you enjoy the podcast, please leave your review on your podcasting platform of choice. Stay safe and stay healthy and see you all next week.

Episode Summary: Teya Wild, a dynamic Canadian-born dancer and choreographer now based in Los Angeles, shares an engaging overview of her expansive career. From her early days at Dance Co. in Vancouver to her current successes in LA and abroad, Teya's journey is marked by her adaptability and commitment to her craft. Menida Fortunato introduces Teya, highlighting her impressive resume which includes roles in TV shows like "So You Think You Can Dance Canada" and Disney's "Zombies." Teya's dance journey, fueled by her mother's support and various styles training, began at the tender age of 8 and flourished through her high school years into a professional career. She navigated the move to LA after rigorous planning and savings, obtaining a visa with the help of her mentor, Nina. Teya discusses the pivotal moments and the challenges of breaking into the competitive LA dance scene, including the daunting audition rooms filled with hopeful dancers. Her persistence and networking led to significant opportunities, such as working with Taylor Swift and choreographing a music video, experiences that underline the importance of versatility and professionalism in the dance industry. Show Notes: (0:03) Teya´s dance career, from childhood to professional work in LA and abroad. (8:33) Moving to LA, finding an agent, and navigating auditions. (13:20) Dance career, experience, and versatility. (18:19) Working with Taylor Swift (23:40) Zombie movie production with a focus on the choreographer's experience. (29:25) Pursuing dance career goals, including cruise ship auditions and choreography. (35:36) Body types and height requirements for cruise ship performers. (39:08) Auditioning for movie sets as a dancer, with advice on age, appearance, and personality. (43:16) Auditioning and booking jobs in the entertainment industry. (49:41) Acting and dancing career paths for a 13-year-old girl. (57:01) Self-tape auditions, dance training, and mentorship. Biography: Teya Wild is a Canadian born dancer, choreographer and creative who now resides in Los Angeles, California. She began working professionally as a child, so she is no stranger to the limelight. As a kid, Teya began her career as an actor, and appeared in the movies Head Over Heels and A Storm In Summer; in TV shows Sesame Street and The Outer Limits; and in commercials for Radio Disney, Kohl's, AmSouth, Kodak and Crystal Light. Despite the potential with her acting career, there was no denying Teya's passion for dance. Teya's training and outgoing personality led her to one of Canadian TV's most notable stages when she was chosen as a contestant and finalist for Season 4 of So You Think You Can Dance.  For many years, Teya has been building strong credits in both the Canadian and American dance community. TV credits include The Voice and Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (NBC), Riverdale and DC'S Legends Of Tomorrow (CW), The Twilight Zone (Paramount+), as well as The American Music Awards, The Grammy Awards, and The BET Awards. Film credits include Step Up 5, Christmas Chronicles 2, Nickelodeon's Spectacular!, Center Stage 2: Turn It Up, as well as numerous films for Disney: Sneakerella, Descendants 2 & 3, Freaky Friday, and Zapped. Teya has also toured with US recording artist Hailee Steinfeld, and danced alongside Taylor Swift. Over the years, Teya has also been fortunate enough to work closely with world renowned choreographers Kenny Ortega, Jamal Sims, Luther Brown, Christopher Scott, Aakomon Jones, Draico Johnson, Nappytabs, Fatima Robinson, Tony Testa, and Keone & Mari. Teya has most recently moved into the role of choreographer where she continues to thrive as a leader and creator. Recent credits include Disney's Zombies 3 & 4 (Associate Choreographer), The Emmy Awards (Assistant Choreographer) and movement coaching for actor/singer Laura Morano. Connect on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/teyawild https://www.facebook.com/profile.php

Kate sits down with the legendary filmmaker Chris Columbus to talk about his beginnings as a screenwriter, directing beloved family films like Home Alone and Mrs. Doubtfire, collaborating with Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell in The Christmas Chronicles 2, and more behind-the-scenes stories.  Questions? Comments? Criticism? Hit us up on social media at @theblcklst.This conversation first took place in 2020. To learn more about The Black List, visit www.blcklst.com.

This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring commercial trumpeter and vocalist, Ravi Best, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. You can also watch this interview on Youtube.   About Ravi:   Ravi Best is a New York City based jazz and commercial trumpet player who has performed domestically and internationally for two decades. Most recently, he has been performing, recording, and touring with Kool & The Gang, Blood, Sweat and Tears, The Duke Ellington Orchestra, and Little Steven and The Disciples of Soul, where he had the chance to perform with Sir Paul McCartney, and Bruce Springsteen. He has performed with several Jazz, Rock, and R&B artists such as Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Beyonce, Jay-Z, Lenny Kravitz, Queen Latifah, Annie Lennox, Robert Cray, ani difranco, Michael Buble, Clark Terry, Tony Bennett, and Herbie Hancock.  He has played in several Broadway shows such as The Heart of Rock and Roll, Merrily We Roll Along, Hell's Kitchen, Diana, The Color Purple, Chicago, 42nd St., Sweet Charity, Annie, and several others.  He has made several TV appearances playing in the house band on SNL, Jesus Christ Superstar Live, Jimmy Kimmel Live( Kool and The Gang), Good Morning America(Boyz II Men), The Today Show(Little Big Town), The Late Show(Rufus Wainwright), and The Sherri Show. Ravi was also featured in the Chris Colombus film The Christmas Chronicles.  He can also be heard on many recordings such as, Kenny Garrett's Pushing The World Away, Little  Steven and The Disciples of Soul's Soulfire Live, and Summer of Sorcery, David Byrne & St. Vincent's Love This Giant, David Murray Octet's Octet Plays Trane, Lester Bowie's Brass Fantasy's The Odyssey of Funk & Popular Music, Sam River's Rivbea Orchestra's Culmination, Ani DiFranco's Evlolve, So Much Shouting, So Much Laughter, and Mya's Moodring, The Broadway cast recordings of Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert, Heart of Rock and Roll, Diana, Ain't Too Proud, 42nd Street, and Baby It's You.

Listen along as we discuss Netflix's three hundred and thirteenth film, the 2020 Christmas comedy ‘The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two' directed by Chris Columbus starring Kurt Russell, Goldie Hawn, Darby Camp, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Jahzir Bruno, Julian Dennison, Tyrese Gibson, Judah Lewis, Sunny Suljic, Darlene Love and Malcolm McDowell.   Please follow us at Flix Forum on Facebook or @flixforum on X (Twitter) and Instagram and answer our question for the episode, 'Will they make a third film?'   You can listen to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Podbean so please subscribe and drop us a review or 5 star rating.    If you're interested in what else we are watching, head on over to our Letterboxd profiles; Jesse  MJ   We also have our own Flix Forum Letterboxd page! Links to all our past episodes and episode ratings can be found there by clicking here.    Next week we have 'The Beast', so check out the film before then. You can see the trailer here.    Flix Forum acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Wurundjeri and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present, emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 

This week on the show we welcome Matt Hyden, San Diego native and first-generation Christmas Light Installer. Started in 1998 alongside Ruth's Chris day job. Ventured into mortgages before finding passion in marketing, achieving $6.5 Million in the second year. Embraced challenges in 2008, selling the company and returning to Christmas lights. Specializes in commercial installations across California, mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs. Journey marked by determination, adaptability, and seizing opportunities.

Join Sis and Big Pops for a fun, fun talk about one of the things we love most—Nerd Stuff. We discuss our fav bits of nerd news over the past couple of weeks, namely new trailers: Dune 2, If, Damsel, Self-Reliance, Echo, Mr. and Mrs.  Smith. Nicholas Hoult is going to be Lex Luthor, a Minecraft Movie is coming out, and unfortunately, Andre Braugher, the actor who famously played Captain Holt has passed away. For bingeing, Big Pops has been watching Hobbit and LOTR live-action films in order, Home Alone, Santa Clause 1, 2, and 3, Silver Bells, and listening to the Hobbit on CD. Sis watched a ton of Christmas Movies: Elf, Christmas Chronicles, Klaus, Polar Express, National Lampoon, Power Puff Girls, Miracles on 34th Street, George C Scott's A Christmas Carole, and Love Actually. Then, Pops shares his pull list! This week he introduces us to Flash Issue 3 by DC; The Incredible Hulk Issue 6 by Marvel; as well as Giant Robot Hellboy Issue 2 by Dark Horse Comics. His new number 1 is Wrong King of Righteous: Barbaric by Vault Comics. His Book of the Week is Titans: Beast World Issue 1 by DC. This week we reviewed the movie The Family Switch. This episode was originally recorded on 12/14/23. Check us out on twitter @sisandbpops

Welcome to the DMF. Where I try to find out what motivates people behind the scenes in the world of acting and entertainment. Today on the podcast I am talking to an actress by the name of Darby Camp. Darby has been in Big Little Lies, Gaslit, The Christmas Chronicles, and Clifford the Big Red Dog to name a few. This was a live interview that I did at the Carolina Film Community in front of an audience, so this interview will sound different. As always you can reach me on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook with my name Justin Younts. Thank you for listening and sit back and enjoy.

Getting egg nog after Christmas, What we got for Christmas, Nog day, Gay senate tape star speaks out about Joe Biden, No knock ass fuck, Charizard wearing a Vlone sweatshirt, Lego racism and being too expensive, Sesame Street tackling racism over zoom, Elmo being Yakub and Humans in Sesame Street, Kevin Spacey reprising his house of cards role on Tucker Carlson, The Epstein list, Gambling apps taking over and casinos, Jack making a bad Matt Walsh pedo joke during Christmas, Jack showing his normie cousins alpine coaster, Phin shows unwilling participants Japanese Louis Armstrong,  The Christmas Chronicles and its sequel being better, Hallmark movies, Afterlife vs ornament, Who invented egg nog, Parents hiring someone to be the grinch for their kid and Thanos getting kicked by a kid email us at brownbrickspodcast@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brown-bricks/support

Merry Christmas! Dr. Chris Podcasts is back to fulfill the obligation he made last December: to watch and talk about The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two! After talking about how little we remember from the first movie, we do our best to compare this movie to the that one, as well as to the children's entertainment of our youth. We talk about what we hoped this movie would be -- and what we'd like to see in a third one (which, as of now, does not exist). We talk about Tyrese's surprise appearance (and limited screen time). We ask Chris: "What is a vehicle?" and explore new ground with his answer. We wonder what Dom Toretto's favorite Christmas movies are, and we connect The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two to Spy Racers. Chris explains why Santa's Village has cannons. We compare candy corn to candy canes. Email us: family@cageclub.me Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/2fast2forever.  Show your support at the 2 Fast 2 Forever shop! Extra special shout-out to Alex Elonen, Nick Burris, Brian Rodriguez (High School Slumber Party), Michael McGahon, Lane Middleton, Jason Rainey, Wes Hampton, Mike Gallier, Josh Buckley (Whole Lotta Wolves), Michael Moser, Christian Larson, Terra New One, Aaron Woloszyn, and Randy Carter for joining at the “Interpol's Most Wanted” level or above! Intro music by Nico Vasilo. Interlude and outro music by Wes Hampton.

Hello Bubblies and Happy Holidays!  In today's festive Mini Bubble, I share some of our favorite holiday must watch movies from family friendly to my holiday horrors, and of course my annual rewatching of Doctor Who. But first I share the top 10 episodes of the year. Did your favorite make the list? Have you listened to all of them? If not, that's ok. It'll make for a great New Year's Resolution. If you're celebrating the holiday, have fun and be safe! If holiday's aren't your thing, I hope you have a lovely day no matter what you do, and Keep Streaming!   Minor spoilers for Christmas Chronicles, and A Christmas Horror Story.

It's that wonderful time of the year once again! This time we're doing a watchalong of The Christmas Chronicles 2, a whimsical holiday romp featuring bad boy elves, the Kurt Russellest Santa Claus ever conceived, and a level of violence and mind control that is probably too high for what is ostensibly a kids' movie. Hop on Netflix and join us in watching Santa's bizarre adventure. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/radmars/support

If it surivived the edit, a story about Dan's gargantuan toe map kicks off tonights festive episode as we take a look at Netflix's THE CHRISTMAS CHRONICLES 2. Having enjoyed the family-friendly action hijinks and inspired casting of Kurt Russell in the original, expectations were high for this sequel. Whilst the pure sexiness of Russell's Marvelequse Santa continues to dazzle us, unfortunately the film takes a long time to get going and drops its emotional arc to digress on expansions to the monstrous CGI Elves and their dull mythology. Our kids seemed to all enjoy it and I had three large glasses of red wine while we watched it, so it gets a strong recommend from me. Merry Christmas for those who do and for those who don't, have a nice day anyway.We love to hear from our listeners! By which I mean we tolerate it. If it hasn't been completely destroyed yet you can usually find us on twitter @dads_film, on Facebook Bad Dads Film Review, on email at baddadsjsy@gmail.com or on our website baddadsfilm.com. Until next time, we remain... Bad Dads

He's made his list, he's checked it twice, but it's going to be up to Kate & Teddy to harness every bit of Christmas magic to help save Santa, and keep the spirit alive! This week we infuse some vodka with candy canes and dive into a more recent Christmas classic, with the help of the reindeer, some elves, and a leather coat wearing Santa Claus. Join us for old camcorders, the naughty list, magic ornaments, grand theft auto, and a chat about The Christmas Chronicles! This week's cocktail comes from Boulder Locavore! https://www.patreon.com/drinkthemovies https://www.instagram.com/drinkthemovies/ https://twitter.com/drinkthemovies https://www.facebook.com/drinkthemovies https://www.drinkthemovies.com https://discord.gg/fsdW2QqqpS *Please Drink Responsibly*

Whether or not snow has fallen come December, the warmth and cheer of good tidings appearing about town, the neighbors, in the shops and arriving in the mail by way of the annual Christmas cards sent from friends and family living near and far always wraps me in a figurative hug. This year, similar to last year, I will be spending Christmas at home in Bend, Oregon, and it is exactly where I want to be. And leading up to the festive day has been and will continue to be sprinkled with intentional activities, pastimes and nibbles that create a festive, cozy atmosphere I feel most fortunate to be able to savor. Each of us will go through seasons in our lives, stepping out of old chapters and into new ones when we embrace our courage to welcome what is awaiting to be given to us, and such is the case for me that I am delighting in quiet Christmases. As Nigel Slater eloquently writes in The Christmas Chronicles, in his delicious, image evoking prose, "Christmas is celebrated by Christians and non-Christians alike. It is a cultural event as much as a religious one". I share the rest of the quote in last year's holiday episode - #347 if you want to have a look, but part of why Christmas and the entirety of November and December is treasured by so many is that it is celebrated around the world and it is celebrated by people of a variety of different beliefs or non-beliefs, and that is a reason to smile and appreciate the season all the more. Perhaps inspired a bit by Beth Kempton's beloved book that I know many TSLL readers have enjoyed and return to reading each November and December, and adding to the list shared last year, episode #347, that included 9 Ways to Savor Christmas at Home, Alone, Simply Luxuriously, I wanted to share today's episode of how to savor a quiet Christmas with as few or as many people as you desire, and reveal how these thoughtful ways to enjoy this special time of year, while not extravagant, complex or even requiring money, can bring a deep richness to the season, making it all the more special. Let's take a look at the list. Visit the Show Notes:  https://thesimplyluxuriouslife.com/podcast371

This week we are compounding some butter to make a most classic of hot drinks, the Hot Buttered Rum! Plus, we talk Timothée Chalamet, The Color Purple, get excited for Christmas Chronicles, and announce an upcoming Drink the Movies/Music Special! https://www.patreon.com/drinkthemovies https://www.instagram.com/drinkthemovies/ https://twitter.com/drinkthemovies https://www.facebook.com/drinkthemovies https://www.drinkthemovies.com https://discord.gg/fsdW2QqqpS *Please Drink Responsibly*

In a festive and enchanting episode of the cityCURRENT Show, host Andrew Bartolotta had the privilege of sitting down with the embodiment of the holiday spirit — Santa Claus himself!Dive into the magic of the North Pole, uncover the behind-the-scenes operations of the most anticipated night of the year, and get to know the heart and soul of St. Nick.From tales of mischievous elves to the technicalities of navigating a sleigh worldwide, Santa shares it all.So, grab a cup of cocoa or your favorite cookies, settle down by the fireplace, and join us for an episode that celebrates the warmth, wonder, and whimsy of Christmas.If you're in the Middle Tennessee Area, you can learn more about Santa visiting you in person or virtually and your organization here. You can also book a photo opportunity with Santa Shaw and your family at The Big Event

The Christmas Chronicles: Part 2: Movie Review from the Ray Taylor ShowShow topic: Join Ray Taylor for a festive review of 'The Christmas Chronicles 2', a delightful 2020 American Christmas comedy and the much-anticipated sequel to 'The Christmas Chronicles'. Directed and produced by Chris Columbus, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Matt Lieberman, this film sees Kurt Russell's triumphant return as Santa Claus. Alongside him, Goldie Hawn, Darby Camp, Judah Lewis, and Kimberly Williams-Paisley reprise their roles, with newcomers Julian Dennison, Jahzir Bruno, Tyrese Gibson, and others adding to the holiday cheer. Dive into Ray's analysis of this heartwarming story that combines humor, family, and Christmas magic. After a limited theatrical release, the film made its way to Netflix on November 25, 2020, bringing holiday joy to homes worldwide. JOIN Inspired Disorder +PLUS Today! InspiredDisorder.com/plus Membership Includes:Ray Taylor Show - Full Week Ad Free (Audio+Video)Live Painting ArchiveEarly Access to The Many FacesMember Only Discounts and DealsPodcast Back Catalogue (14 Shows - 618 Episodes)Ray Taylor's Personal BlogCreative WritingAsk Me AnythingDaily Podcast: Ray Taylor Show - InspiredDisorder.com/rts Daily Painting: The Many Faces - InspiredDisorder.com/tmf ALL links: InspiredDisorder.com/linksGenres: Comedy - Adventure - Family

The guys are back to start up the year and they have alot to discuss. After saying goodbye to the great Gene Okerlund, they review Mary Poppins Returns, Bird Box and The Christmas Chronicles. Then they break out a full sports segments to discuss Mackenize Blackwood, the NHL Winter Classic, the World Juniors and the NFL coaching firings and Wild Card Weekend. Then finally they discuss All Elite Wrestling, Ring of Honor's new signing post The Elite, Impact Wrestling moving to another unknown television station and then finally WWE's "shakeup" over the holidays. All that and more in a jammed show to start off 2019.

In today's episode Torique talks about us officially being in the most anticipated season of the year, The Bahamas Christmas Tree Chronicles, the debate of whether you should clean chicken or not, GTA 6 coming in 2025, his introduction into video games, the dedication it takes to become a sports fan and his dilemma with creating.

BIG NEWS! Our annual Toys for Tots Drive is under way! You have until December 10, 2023 to get your contribution in. After that it'll be too late! Each year we use funds from Patreon to make as big a contribution as possible to Toys for Tots, and this year our goal is a whopping $1,500. We know it's a lot....but you have always come through. We're asking EACH and EVERY ONE OF YOU to join in on Patreon, even if it's only for the month of December. See you soon. Join up via Patreon at patreon.com/KFSHOW ======================================== Presented with Holley!  Phase 3 of Kibbe and Friends is officially here, and Holley is back for more fun, foolishness, and flying orange Chargers! You have just a few shopping days left this season to get what you REALLY want before Santa buys it all for everyone else. Just visit Holley.com to peruse and view for yourself and signup for the mailing notification. Once you go and buy ..... be SURE to tell them that we sent you! Click Sniper 2 here to get going on your order, and tell them that we sent you! ======================================== K&F Movie Summary: Two kids who have lost their dad to tragedy are on the very edge of tragedy themselves…the tragedy of not believing! Teddy the older brother is turning to crime, and Katy the younger sister is innocent. They catch Santa in the act at their house, jump in his sleigh, scare the bejesus out of him, lose the reindeer and the presents, crash the sleigh, steal a red 2009 Dodge Challenger, jump it, end up in jail, then a chop shop, and then have to get it all back together by Christmas morning or the world explodes. Even worse, during the chaos they also lost Santa's magic hat, which is the think that makes the sleigh fly! At the end though they make it just in time to Save Christmas and Santa finally reveals (in the coolest of Kurt Russell moves) that the hat was a ruse. As Santa Claus himself could (of course) fly the whole time and the whole crazy night was to show Teddy - who was suffering from the loss of his dad - how regain the belief in something himself, and something far bigger. If you're only in it for the cars, the Challenger shines wonderfully. We believe Four Star Motorsports did the prep....and we THINK we have identified the Canadian stunt driver too!  PERFECT 10 LITTLE DEBBIE CHRISTMAS TREE CAKES RATING. ======================================== See you soon. Join up via Patreon at patreon.com/KFSHOW Kibbe, Corndog, and the Bern! National Parts Depot Presents: Bernie on the News! https://www.npdlink.com. The post K&F Show #281: Tots 2023 Final Push! Movie Review: Christmas Chronicles – Happy, Jolly, Flying Dodge Challengers! first appeared on The Muscle Car Place.

The Christmas Chronicles: Movie Review from the Ray Taylor ShowShow topic: Get into the festive spirit with Ray Taylor's review of 'The Christmas Chronicles,' a heartwarming 2018 American Christmas comedy directed by Clay Kaytis. Written by Matt Lieberman, the film features a star-studded cast including Kurt Russell, Judah Lewis, Darby Camp, Lamorne Morris, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, and Oliver Hudson. As the first installment in The Christmas Chronicles film series, this holiday adventure on Netflix captures the magic and mayhem of the Christmas season. Ray delves into the tale of two children, Kate and Teddy, whose encounter with Santa Claus leads to a sleigh crash and a race against time to save Christmas. With humor, holiday cheer, and a dash of chaos, join Ray as he unpacks the yuletide joy and mishaps that make this film a modern Christmas favorite.JOIN Inspired Disorder +PLUS Today! InspiredDisorder.com/plus Membership Includes:Ray Taylor Show - Full Week Ad Free (Audio+Video)Live Painting ArchiveEarly Access to The Many FacesMember Only Discounts and DealsPodcast Back Catalogue (14 Shows - 618 Episodes)Ray Taylor's Personal BlogCreative WritingAsk Me AnythingDaily Podcast: Ray Taylor Show - InspiredDisorder.com/rts Daily Painting: The Many Faces - InspiredDisorder.com/tmf ALL links: InspiredDisorder.com/linksGenres: Comedy - Adventure - Family

Hello and welcome to Carpooling with The RV! Today, we have a special treat for our listeners as we embark on a literary journey with 2 talented authors on board. We are joined by Toni Shiloh and Sarah Monzon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices