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"Thank you very much..." Ask Elvis was one of the most popular features on one of the most popular radio shows - Steve Wright in the Afternoon on BBC Radio 2. Running from about 2005-14, a mystery voice brought back the omniscient Elvis to solve listeners' ailments, questions on quantum physics, advanced cookery, language issues... It was Encyclopaedia Brittanica meets the King. Well, mystery no longer, as comedian and musician Mitch Benn lifts the quiff and the sunglasses to reveal the true identity behind Ask Elvis, readying for an Edinburgh Fringe show (and previews across the country through June and July) called Asking Elvis, with tales, revelations and re-enactments of those halcyon days when Elvis knew all. In this extensive chat, we also look at Mitch's time on The Now Show and his involvement with The Hitch-hiker's Guide to the Galaxy. And your host Paul on his medical ups and downs - a stroke - that's delayed some of the research, but not for long. We're back in our 1920s timeline soon, or perhaps next time there'll be other events you can go to this year, from The Archers Live at 75 with Angela Barnes, to Prof John Wyver's early television conference in July, to Paul Kerensa's An Evening of (Very) Old Radio hitting Weston-super-Mare and other places. Links in the shownotes to these and more - do browse, Now is a better time than usual to join our Patreon page. Why better? Well better for this podcast! Post-stroke, Paul's had to cancel a lot of live events - the bread-and-butter of his work. One thing he can switch to is this podcast. So if you're on the fence about joining for £5/month, you'll help fund future episodes and keep Paul from having to retrain as a stick insect keeper (or something). Link in notes below - do consider joining us, and writings/videos/warmy fuzzy feeling of supporting this podcast and its research will all be yours! And go and see Mitch this June-August 2026... SHOWNOTES: Original podcast music is by Will Farmer. Mitch Benn's show is Asking Elvis. Details of where/when and how to submit a question to Elvis on Mitch's website: https://www.mitchbenn.com/asking-elvis We don't include Ask Elvis clips, as it's the BBC's and it's recent. But I highly recommend you hear a bit, in clips like this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FF3pn3YtKc&list=PLVp7MOaNulw5ROdpiC41yN4dL3BikL8OA Here's when your host Paul was a guest on Steve Wright in the Afternoon - it's Christmassy: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p06vzj2c We also mention The Archers Live at 75, on tour around the UK this year: https://www.fane.co.uk/the-archers And we mention Prof John Wyver's conference on early television, 2-3 July 2026 in central London: https://www.westminster.ac.uk/events/the-cultures-of-early-television See Paul on tour in An Evening of (Very) Old Radio (inc Westbury Festival on Thu 23 July and Blakehay Theatre, Weston-super-Mare on Wed 29 July) - or book it: paulkerensa.com/tour Our latest Substack: paulkerensa.substack.com Our Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/bbcentury Find us on BlueSky: bsky.bbcentury.social Find Paul on Instagram: instagram.com/paulkerensa Join Paul's mailing list This podcast is not made by today's BBC. It's just about the old BBC. Support the podcast by joining as a Patreon subscriber - for extra videos, writings, readings etc: patreon.com/paulkerensa - £5/month, cancel whenever. Or support this project without that regularity, with a one-off tip: ko-fi.com/paulkerensa Please share/rate/review this podcast if you have a mo - it all helps. Next time, Episode 122: We MIGHT be back in our chronological retelling in Nov 1923, launching the BBC's first relay station, Sheffield 6FL. Pending stroke recovery. Doing ok. But let's see. Or hear, next time on the podcast. More on this broadcasting history project at paulkerensa.com/oldradio
In this week's Podcast: With the recent appearance of snow in our apiaries there's a belated Christmassy feel to the scene, not that it lasted very long at all for me here in Norfolk. We've been feeding warm fondant to some of our nucleus colonies and that's triggered a social media response, listen in and I'll explain exactly what I've been up to.Hi, I'm Stewart Spinks, welcome to Episode 378 of my podcast, Beekeeping Short and Sweet.Please support our main sponsor and advertiser:Hive Five Multi Guard EntrancesBeekeeping Courses at Thorne Beehvies in Wragby Lincolnshire 2026Some of my Favourite Microscopy Books:Pollen Loads of the Honeybee by Dorothy HodgesRex Sawyer's Pollen IdentificationPollen Grains and Honeydew by Margaret AdamsThe Pollen Landscape by Joss BartlettPollen Microscopy by Norman ChapmanThe National Bee Unit Varroa Information can be found HEREBee Aware Varroa Information can be found HEREThorne Beehives Bees on a Budget Hive Brunel Microscopes - Beekeeper's Equipment hereThe Beekeeper's Dictonary on AmazonThe Beekeeper's Dictionary websiteHere are some links to the type of equipment I have discussed in previous podcasts.Ethyl Acetate for colony destructions can be found hereAsian Hornet book by Sarah BunkerThe Beekeeper's Guide to Defences against the Yellow Legged Asian Hornet by Andrew DurhamGardening Potting Tray for effective frame cleaningStainless Steel Stock Pots for use as a double boiler. Get one slightly larger than the other to fit inside.Gas Stove for outdoor use to render wax and old comb.Contact Me at The Norfolk Honey CompanyVMD Website: Click HEREJoin Our Beekeeping Community in the following ways:Early Release & Additional Video and Podcast Content - Access HereStewart's Beekeeping Basics Facebook Private Group - Click HereTwitter - @NorfolkHoneyCo - Check Out Our FeedInstagram - @norfolkhoneyco - View Our Great PhotographsSign Up for my email updates by visiting my website hereAmazon links are affiliate links. I recieve a small commission should you choose to purchase. This doesn't cost youSupport the show
Pop the champagne, Ed and George are feeling Christmassy in the Political Currency studio, answering some very special questions. Claudia Winkleman asks who the ultimate political traitor is? Who do they pick for 2025… and of all time? Plus, our listeners ask Ed and George about the gifts they have bought for their loved ones - did George ever get David and Sam Cam any wallpaper… and also what books they'd recommend as stocking fillers. Rob Rinder asks George whether he really thinks he could have done better than Ed on Strictly Come Dancing. And he also asks a more serious question: why do they think anti-semitism has been on the rise?Then, seeing as it's the season, a listener asks about Ed and George's favourite Westminster pubs and finally, it's Ed's time to shine as a listener asks for his ultimate Christmas recipes.Thank you so much for all your support in 2025. We have loved hearing from you and we can't wait to hear more of your questions in 2026. Send them to questions@politicalcurrency and make sure to include a voice note of your question.Don't forget to vote for us as the Political Podcast Awards' People's Choice of the Year. Follow the link to vote: https://politicalpodcastawards.co.uk/the-peoples-choice-award/ Thanks for listening. Remember Kitchen Cabinet members get exclusive access to live EMQs recordings, briefings from the team, and an exclusive Political Currency mug
What's The Most Christmassy Event? | Christ For YouText: Matthew 2:13-18 | Holy Innocents 2025Why would the Church make you hear about Herod's slaughter right in the middle of Christmas? Why put blood on the floor while the lights are still up and the hymns are still sweet? What if this “least Christmassy” text actually tells you what Christmas really is?Christmas does not happen in a safe world. It happens in this one. God moved in. The Son of God entered enemy territory in real flesh and blood, and the world greeted Him with a sword. And Herod is not just an “out there” problem. He exposes the crown we try to keep on our own heads.But this sermon does not leave you in the darkness. Jesus came to take the world's hatred into His own body, to atone for your sin, and to break death's teeth. Herod doesn't get to keep those children. The devil doesn't get to keep what he takes. The grave doesn't get the final word. As this year closes and a new one begins, you do not know what evils you will see, but you do know who reigns, and you do know where your future is.Subscribe & Share:Apple Podcasts: Christ For YouSpotify: Christ For YouPortuguês: Cristo Para VocêWebsite: ZionWG.orgContact: PastorRojas@ZionWG.org
Send me a Text Message!In this episode, Mike and Angie record their first official Christmas Day episode — not to perform holiday cheer, but to honor what's actually real. They reflect on their years of tradition, deconstruction, growth, and how this Christmas season looks and feels unlike any before. This isn't a checklist Christmas… it's a raw and honest reflection on how to stop forcing the feeling, and let peace come naturally.Key TakeawaysThis Year, There's No Forcing the Feeling Instead of trying to manufacture holiday spirit, Mike and Angie chose to honor the stillness that showed up.Tradition Isn't the Problem — Forced Obligation Is Releasing what's not inspired allows space for what is.Gift Guilt, Present Anxiety, and the Pressure to Perform This episode explores the subtle stress so many people carry during the holidays — and how to release it.Love Languages, Childhood Trauma, and Holiday Expectations Why we often create pressure for others without knowing it — and how to break the cycle.Let the Season Be What It Is Whether you're jolly or neutral, festive or flat — there's nothing wrong with how you feel.Notable Quotes“Tradition is simply peer pressure from dead people.”“Are you inspired to do something, or are you doing it out of obligation?”“I always tried to force myself to feel Christmassy… and this year, there was no force.”“This Christmas season has all been about allowing the season to be what it is and allowing us to be what we are within the season.”“There's nothing wrong with tradition. We're not knocking it — we're just saying it should come from inspiration, not expectation.”Call to Action
Did Dickens ruin Christmas? He was certainly a pioneer in exploiting its commercial potential. A Christmas Carol sold 6,000 copies in five days when it was published on 19 December 1843, and Dickens went on to write four more lucrative Christmas books in the 1840s. But in many ways, this ‘ghost story of Christmas' couldn't be less Christmassy. The plot displays Dickens's typical obsession with extracting maximum sentimentality from the pain and death of his characters, and the narrative voice veers unnervingly from preachy to creepy in its voyeuristic obsessions with physical excess. The book also offers a stiff social critique of the 1834 Poor Law and a satire on Malthusian ideas of population control. In this long extract from ‘Novel Approaches', part of our Close Readings podcast, Colin Burrow and Clare Bucknell join Tom to consider why Dickens's dark tale has remained a Christmas staple. This is an extract from the episode. To listen in full, and to all our other Close Readings series, sign up: Directly in Apple Podcasts: https://lrb.me/applecrna In other podcast apps: https://lrb.me/closereadingsna AUDIO GIFTS Close Readings and audiobooks: https://lrb.me/audiogifts
Did Dickens ruin Christmas? He was certainly a pioneer in exploiting its commercial potential. A Christmas Carol sold 6,000 copies in five days when it was published on 19 December 1843, and Dickens went on to write four more lucrative Christmas books in the 1840s. But in many ways, this ‘ghost story of Christmas' couldn't be less Christmassy. The plot displays Dickens's typical obsession with extracting maximum sentimentality from the pain and death of his characters, and the narrative voice veers unnervingly from preachy to creepy in its voyeuristic obsessions with physical excess. The book also offers a stiff social critique of the 1834 Poor Law and a satire on Malthusian ideas of population control. In this bonus episode from ‘Novel Approaches', part of our Close Readings podcast, Colin Burrow and Clare Bucknell join Tom to consider why Dickens's dark tale has remained a Christmas staple. Non-subscribers will only hear an extract from this episode. To listen in full, and to all our other Close Readings series, sign up: Directly in Apple Podcasts: https://lrb.me/applecrna In other podcast apps: https://lrb.me/closereadingsna AUDIO GIFTS Close Readings and audiobooks: https://lrb.me/audiogifts
Did Dickens ruin Christmas? He was certainly a pioneer in exploiting its commercial potential. A Christmas Carol sold 6,000 copies in five days when it was published on 19 December 1843, and Dickens went on to write four more lucrative Christmas books in the 1840s. But in many ways, this ‘ghost story of Christmas' couldn't be less Christmassy. The plot displays Dickens's typical obsession with extracting maximum sentimentality from the pain and death of his characters, and the narrative voice veers unnervingly from preachy to creepy in its voyeuristic obsessions with physical excess. The book also offers a stiff social critique of the 1834 Poor Law and a satire on Malthusian ideas of population control. In this bonus episode from ‘Novel Approaches', part of our Close Readings podcast, Colin Burrow and Clare Bucknell join Tom to consider why Dickens's dark tale has remained a Christmas staple. Non-subscribers will only hear an extract from this episode. To listen in full, and to all our other Close Readings series, sign up: Directly in Apple Podcasts: https://lrb.me/applecrna In other podcast apps: https://lrb.me/closereadingsna AUDIO GIFTS Close Readings and audiobooks: https://lrb.me/audiogifts
Welcome to the DSTE Christmas Spectacular!! There's no Joe or Jono this week so Sam takes over hosting duties and is joined by JT and Ste to talk all things games, TV, and film + books this week. We have a Christmassy catch up before JT's new section Joe-Schmo Rage Baiting'! We also take a quick look at the new Street Fighter film trailer, the 2026 reboot directed by Kitao Sakurai and starring Noah Centineo as Ken and Andrew Koji as Ryu. Ste gives his obligatory World of Tanks update, the enduring armoured warfare MMO, and talks with JT about playing The Outer Worlds 2. This much-anticipated sci-fi RPG sequel from Obsidian Entertainment just launched this October, taking players to the new star system of Arcadia. JT played the new Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 game as we discuss the blatant rinse and repeat nature of COD (yet it's still fun) and the campaign (or lack of) vs. online gameplay. The pod has an in depth discussion around how games are priced and marketed around free game models with season pass/DLC. We then drop into Sam's Steam Deck Corner, where he's revisiting Trials Evolution, the 2012 physics-based racer from RedLynx. Next, we open Ste's Book Club to discuss Frank Herbert's 1965 sci-fi epic Dune and a Haruki Murakami marathon covering the melancholic Norwegian Wood (1987), the metaphysical Kafka on the Shore (2002), and the dystopian epic 1Q84 (2009). JT sits us down to tell us all about The Chair Company, the new HBO comedy-thriller from Tim Robinson about a man who uncovers a corporate conspiracy after his chair collapses during a presentation. We also test our Duolingo language skills by watching foreign TV shows: Schlag Den Star, the long-running German celebrity competition; Deutschland 83, the stylish 2015 Cold War spy thriller; and One Cut of the Dead, the ingenious 2017 Japanese meta-zombie film by Shin'ichirō Ueda. Sam covers The Beast In Me, the new Netflix psychological thriller starring Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys, and we chat about the massive Netflix vs. Paramount bids for Warner Bros. Discovery, as the streaming giants fight over the future of HBO and the DC Universe. The feature film this week that is unquestionable a Christmas Film - Jingle All The Way, the 1996 holiday classic starring Arnold Schwarzenegger on a desperate quest for a Turbo-Man action figure. Get in touch with us: X - https://x.com/DSTEPodcast Email - dontspoiltheending@gmail.com Intro 00:00:00 - Christmas talk 00:03:05 - Joe-Schmo rage baiting + 2025 Comic book films 00:09:22 - Street Fighter film Video Games 00:13:49 - World of Tanks 00:14:25 - The Outer Worlds 2 00:15:42 - Call of Duty Black Ops 7 00:18:55 - Control Resonant + Alan Wake 00:21:38 - Free game model/DLC/season pass discussion 00:27:46 - Sam's Steam Deck Corner - Trials Evolution Books 00:30:34 - Ste's Book Club - Dune + Haruki Murakami / Norwegian Wood + Kafka on the Shore + 1Q84 TV 00:35:53 - The Chair Company 00:40:49 - Duolino chat 00:41:30 - Schlag Den Star (Beat the Star) 00:43:03 - Deutschland 83 00:48:45 - The Beast in Me 00:55:43 - Netflix Monopolisation Films 00:59:07 - One Cut of the Dead Feature Review 01:02:39 - Jingle All The Way
During the original run of Doctor Who, there were nine stories whose broadcast spanned Christmas Day. But which of them is the most Christmassy? Presented by J.R. Southall, with Jon Arnold, Matt Barber and Steve Hatcher
Carrie and Joel are back for part 2 of their Christmassy chat!This time, we hear about the birth of their daughter Mabel, the challenges of sleep deprivation, and balancing work and family life in the theatre industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Put the wrapping paper down, turn off Home Alone and stop stressing about a glorified Sunday roast… the true meaning of Christmas has finally been revealed to us, and would you believe it, it's Elis and John! Yes, everything in this festive period has been leading up to Elis and John's Christmas Cracker, and boy does it deliver on festive cheer. Because what's more Christmassy than a debate about TVs in hotel rooms, or a 45-year-old man getting lost in pictures of the 1950s footballer Tom Finney, (aka The Preston Plumber)?Unwrapping this podcast with your ears will also reveal a not-so-secret secret Santa, some yuletide Mad Daddery, and a chat with a very busy Mother Christmas. But festive cheer is not the only thing on today's agenda because we're also celebrating 500 episodes of the BBC era! Elis and John relive some moments from their very first show and the ghosts of Christmas Past Simon Mayo and Mark Kermode stop by to play a Made Up Game and chat Christmas flicks. Thanks for all your tip-top correspondence this year, and may 2026 bring even better emails and WhatsApps about oils, guffs and inappropriate school trips. Send everything into elisandjohn@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp 07974 293 022.
The Cosmic Pizza Podcast brings you Episode 103: Christmas 2025 Style This episode we discuss a Christmassy fact, the reveal our plans for Christmas. But what makes a great Christmas? Do we have any new traditions? Dan and Shawn regale us with their new purchase of the Lego Enterprise D and the gang try to […] The post Cosmic Pizza Podcast Episode 103 – Christmas 2025 Style appeared first on The ESO Network.
In Part 3 of this special mini series, Sara and Anna share rules 5 and 6 from their list of ten. These are the kind of relationship truths that land, then quietly stick with you for days. They begin with a quick catch-up about choppy paddleboarding conditions, warm weather that does not feel remotely Christmassy, and the fact that Christmas is fast approaching, whether either of them feels ready or not. Then they dive into the next two golden rules to help you strengthen your relationship in 2026. Rule 5: Appreciate loudly, criticise softly Sara and Anna unpack why most of us are quicker to criticise than to appreciate, and how easy it is to fall into “you always” and “you never” language, especially around everyday stress and household routines. They explore: Why we tend to gloss over the good because of our natural negativity bias How appreciation often stays inside our heads, even when we feel it The impact of receiving messages that are only logistics, not affection Why criticism delivered as an attack almost always leads to defensiveness How to start gently by naming what you have noticed and getting curious about what is going on underneath They also offer a simple challenge you can do right now: pause the episode and send your partner a message of appreciation about something small they did in the last 24 hours. Rule 6: Don't let the ego win, apologise even when it's hard This rule becomes a heartfelt conversation about vulnerability, emotional safety, and what it takes to repair after a moment you are not proud of. They explore: Why apologising can feel physically uncomfortable, especially if you never saw it modelled growing up How a genuine apology creates safety, and often invites your partner to own their part too The difference between being wrong and taking responsibility for your actions The biggest apology mistake is using the word “but” Why over-apologising can drain the power from the words, especially when it becomes people pleasing They also share a practical tip: slow it down, make eye contact, and say “I am sorry”, not a rushed, automatic “sorry”. Reflection prompts What is one thing your partner did recently that you appreciated, but did not say out loud? Where does your ego tend to show up most in your relationship? If you needed to repair today, what would a clean apology sound like, with no “but”? Next in the series: Part 4 will cover rules 7 and 8, as you keep moving through the full set of 10 tips for a stronger 2026 together. There is always a way to take one small step back towards connection, even if you start on your own. FREE Connection Guide >> Download Today Till Next Time Stay Connected Sara Liddle — www.inflori.co.uk Anna Stratis — www.coachdocanna.com
Despite it being strongly against Mr Whitehall's wishes, this is a quite Christmas-heavy episode. 'Tis the season after all. Get ready for tinsel, mince pies, ice skating and sage advice for the time of year. You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners.
Bonus Pod - Christmas Ask Me Anything - It's Christmas so as a special treat for you all, Santa has arranged that this month's pay-walled Ask Me Anything is free to all, even the poorest of children (as long as they have a device to listen to podcasts on) because it is the season. Richard answers every question he has been set, no matter how inappropriate and unChristmassy! Find out his favourite terrorist atrocity, whether he was born out of wedlock, if he would ever vote Tory, if he would eat a dinosaur egg and what gift he would have brought the baby Jesus (at last a Christmassy one!). And much more.Remember you can hear all the AMA podcasts and get loads more benefits by becoming a badger at http://gofasterstripe.com/badges (you need to pay at least £8 a month for the bonus podcasts, but there's loads of benefits at £5 a month). And you can get your question on a future ep and get a beautiful badge (and access to the podcast your question is on even if you're NOT a badger) by emailing Rich at arichardherringa@gmail.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dominic is joined again by the inimitable Dr. Lydia Craig where they dive into Dickens' third Christmas Book, with readings from the award-winning actress Penelope RawlinsThe Cricket On The Hearth - published 180 years ago this year - explodes into life from the very start and hardly pauses for breath until the very end. Its unrelenting pace sweeps its characters along whether they be human, animal, insect or household object … Centred around that fabled victorian fireside. Where dreams and visions appear happy in the glowing light but depressed in the shadows, there sits John Peerybingle with his pipe. His occupation as a carrier brings one of the many Christmassy elements to the book, in his daily round of delivering parcels out in the raw Winter weather. His wife Dot - as in the brightest little star that ever shone - is a young, energetic woman, who races about their home.Another Christmassy element in this story is the occupation of Toy-making. Enter Caleb Plummer and his blind daughter Bertha who make Dolls for the nasty, crab-faced Tackleton.And tearing in and out is the excited dog, Boxer seen as a spec in the distance one moment, then suddenly up close with his wet nose pressed into your face …Last but not least, is the magical Cricket ...HAPPY CHRISTMAS !!!Intro Music and Additional SFX provided under license by Epidemic Sound Support the showIf you'd like to make a donation to support the costs of producing this series you can buy 'coffees' right here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dominicgerrardThank you so much!Host: Dominic GerrardSeries Artwork: Léna GibertOriginal Music: Dominic GerrardThank you for listening!
Happy radio lads! Don't mind if I do.Such a Christmassy show this week, featuring Santa Laws (Stuart Laws), and, of course, Matthew's 12 Listeners of Thickmas song! Plus, a special festive (300-feet tall) guest joins us for the podcast.Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Early Worm and catch the show live on Radio X every Sunday 8am – 11am.Get in touch on sunday@radiox.co.uk@EdGambleComedy@matthewcrosby@ThisStuartLaws @stuartlawscomedy
When the Old Testament prophets speak of the kingdom of the coming Messiah, they point to his throne established and upheld with justice and with righteousness. This week we come to the end of our advent series in the book of Malachi. The end of Malachi is the sentencing phase of a courtroom drama; it's about the final judgment of sin and the promise of restoration for those who repent. The final judgment of sin may not sound very Christmassy, but the arrival of the Christ child is the breaking of the dawn, the coming of light into the darkness. As Malachi puts it, "the sun of righteousness shall rise with healing in its wings." Feel free to read Malachi 3:13-4:6, and we will celebrate together on Sunday the joy that justice brings. ------------------------------------------- Connect with us on Social Media Website | Instagram | Threads | Facebook | Vimeo------------------------------------------- Download our AppApple App Store | Google Play Store
Welcome back to another minisode of Doctor Who holiday specials but instead of getting all Christmassy-wismassy I'll be talking about Jodie Whittaker's 13th Doctor and her New Year's episodes. Also known as the Festive Specials. How did these episodes compare to the Christmas episodes of past? Will they hold up to Christmas episodes of the future? You'll just have to join me in the present in my bubble to find out. Thanks for listening and Keep Streaming! Find, follow, support the pod → https://linktr.ee/mystreamingbubble Don't forget about Twin It to Win It → https://linktr.ee/twinittowinitpod
Panto, short for pantomime, has become a staple of British Christmas celebrations but surprisingly its origins are neither British or Christmassy. It has its roots in the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia, which was celebrated in December and involved dressing up as the opposite gender, swapping roles, and having a lot of fun. The word ‘pantomime' comes from the Latin ‘pantomimus', which means ‘actor who plays every role'. The Romans also had a tradition of performing plays called mummia, which were based on stories from Egypt. How did panto come to Britain? What are some of the earliest examples of panto in Britain? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: What were the Most Shocking Moments of the Turner Prize? What's really in vegan meat substitutes? Which are the dirtiest parts of our bodies? A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 14/12/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Well, it's that time of year again when Andy and Aaron discuss Christmassy things. Tune in to hear them each discuss their favourite Christmas tradition, Christmas movie, and Christmas movie. The podly duo draw out from their choices various theological and cultural insights about the meaning and application of Christmas in today's world. And as ever, they also have a good bit of fun along the way. Enjoy! Get your Pod of the Gaps mug here: https://bit.ly/potgmug We're a listener funded podcast ... if you support Pod of the Gaps with a small tip or donation, you can watch this episode as a video. Find out more here: http://patreon.com/wkop/
Today, we're we're setting off on a sparkling, twinkly Christmas story packed with festive fun, cozy surprises, and a few jingle-bell twists. Cece and her family think they're heading out on a normal holiday trip—but when things don't go quite to plan, they discover a Christmas unlike anything they've ever known. So grab your most Christmassy treat, and get ready for a story filled with festive surprises and Christmas magic.
Today's festive offering is box fresh after only being recorded on Monday 15th December at Brighton Komedia!And joining Hannah and Taylor for the official DWSC Christmas do is the hilarious comedian, Dane Buckley, who kicked us off with a taste of his thug life past when Pat from Woolworths proved to be an ally in many ways, even if she did want justice to be served.The gang then get involved with a Christmassy story which may involve a bit more admin than a murder spree would, but someone's got to post the cards.Finally, we hear from a member of the audience whose cheesy tale will have you reaching for the Ched- don't.The next full episode of DWSC will drop on Wednesday 7th January (Tuesday 6th on Patreon, see below), but Hannah and Taylor will pop a little Yuletide message under the tree on 24th December with some exciting info about what's to come in 2026!Tickets for the DWSC 2026 UK tour are now on sale - dwsctour26 | Instagram | LinktreeDon't forget DWSC now drops TWICE weekly! Episodes will be on general release every Wednesday AND Friday.BUT you can get both shows in one hit, by going to our Patreon where you can sign up for early access and get both episodes every Tuesday.As well as this, you'll get ad free eps, invites to watch our live zoom records, video of all our studio eps, bespoke shout outs and MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
For a lot of people, this time of year is all about cosying up indoors, but out in the garden there's still so much fun to be had from making natural wreaths and decorating with evergreens, to feeding the birds, sewing onions, and even bringing in a little magic indoors with some festive foliage. Join Frances for Christmassy folklore and the little seasonal rituals and cheerful jobs that make festive gardening feel special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
You've guessed it, Joe's on his way to Brighton station to catch a train, so he uses the time to call David and record a pod. So prepare yourself for an enchanted Christmassy walk with some winter stories, a random act of festive generosity, chat about being grateful, Robert Smith's favourite comedians and David talks Joe through his Synex addiction, again. Plus, some crunch crunching through imaginary snow. FOR ALL THINGS CHATABIX'Y FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/CONTACT: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chatabixpodcast Insta: https://www.instagram.com/chatabixpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chatabix Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/chatabix Merch: https://chatabixshop.com/ Contact us: chatabix@yahoo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Few filmmakers love Christmas as much as writer/director Shane Black; the holiday features heavily in many of the films that made him one of the highest paid screenwriters in Hollywood, from Lethal Weapon to The Last Boy Scout to the Long Kiss Goodnight. As our gift to you this yuletide season, we are covering two of the films he directed--Kiss Kiss Bang Bang and The Nice Guys--both of which were, despite being great, coal-in-the-stocking disappointments at the box office. So break out the eggnog, roast some chestnuts, and kick back with a twofer of buddy comedy/hard-boiled detective noir/Christmassy goodness with your pals at Tentpole Trauma!
All right, friends! We're answering all things Christmas in this episode. A few years back, I did a Christmas series you guys loved, but it felt like a good time to do a follow up.We talk gifts, keeping Jesus the focus, what to do about Santa Claus, and favorite traditions—all in one jam-packed Christmassy show! Mentions:Me First! Gameshow BuzzersAwana Advent DevotionalEpisode 45: Let's Talk Christmas Part 1Episode 46: Let's Talk Christmas Part 2Episode 47: Let's Talk Christmas Part 3Episode 48: Let's Talk Christmas Part 4Sponsor Info:Voetberg Music AcademyVoetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle.Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled!King's Ridge ElderberriesKing's Ridge, works hard to grow and harvest high quality fresh frozen elderberries and elderberry products from their family to yours. When you buy from the King's Ridge you are supporting small American business and sustainable agriculture.Use Code: MAMA10 For 10% Off Of Your OrderBible References:Matthew 2:11Psalm 110:1John 3:16Luke 2Genesis 3:151 John 4:191 Peter 4:8Ephesians 4:15John 16:13Mark 10:45James 1:19-20Links:The Gentleness ChallengePenny Reward SystemPaint & ProseM Is for MamaPenny Reward System
This week the boys unpack Pierre's recent stag do, Glenn's pheromone dreams, baffling business names and Christmas correspondence!Email or Dm us your correspondence to thebudpod@gmail.com or @budpodofficial on Instagram.KOJISubscribe to our YouTube channel here, for access to full video versions of BudPod -Glenn is on tour across the UK! For tickets go to https://www.glennmoorecomedy.com/ Stream Glenn's tour show 'Will You Still Need Me, Will You Still Feed Me, Glenn I'm Sixty Moore' on Sky Comedy and Now TV from Sunday 21st of December.Pierre is on tour in 2026! Tickets available now at https://www.pierrenovellie.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Meg and Laine were both into this novella in spite of the relatively high amount of trauma. Christmas lovers take note, the title is about as Christmassy as this book gets.
It's a Christmassy episode this week, with Chelsea and James swapping the best tips on how to do holiday travel at less busy and expensive times. Plus, an update on the 'Is Chesney Hawkes a Google Reviewer?' question, a very painful holiday nightmare, and James has a confession to make about the listener postcards…Download SAILY in your app store and use our code PASSPORTS at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/passportsplease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1. Intro & Guest WelcomeHosts welcome listeners and introduce Jon PardiMention upcoming live event: The Christmas Show at Hard Rock (Dec. 19)Light, energetic tone to set the mood 2. Life Update: The House BuildQuick check-in on Jon's home construction progressLiving in a “construction zone” (dumpsters, porta potties, finishing details)Humor around transitioning from heavy machinery to “little stuff” 3. The Christmas Show ConceptHow The Christmas Show came togetherInspiration: “Jon Pardi Elvis Show” vibeBig band sound with hornsMixing Christmas songs with major hits (for non-Christmas-music fans)Covers, holiday spirit, and fun without being “too Christmassy”4. Christmas & Family LifeHow kids change your perspective on ChristmasDaughters' favorite songs (Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph, etc.)Holiday traditions (or surviving the chaos as a tradition)Fake tree vs. real tree debateGift-giving, Santa, and last-minute Amazon shopping 5. Road Life & Amazon HumorOrdering gifts from the roadFunny observations about Amazon deliveriesU-Hauls, beat-up cars, and mystery driversLighthearted banter and relatable moments 6. Hanging with Kid RockJon's longtime friendship with Kid RockHow their hangouts have evolved over 10 yearsEarly days: chaos, late nights, music business lessonsNow: dinners, catching up, and calmer vibesStill having “full rock star mode” when needed 7. Wrap-Up & Show ReminderFinal thoughts from JonPraise and appreciation from the hostsReminder: The Christmas Show at Hard Rock on December 19Holiday well-wishes and sign-offSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What actually makes a Christmas story Christmassy? Is it snow, carols, and Santa… or something deeper?In this special Christmas episode of Nerd of Godcast, the panel dives into what gives Christmas movies and stories their lasting power. From beloved classics to controversial picks like Die Hard and Batman Returns, we explore why stories set during Christmas often center on redemption, hope, sacrifice, reconciliation, and light breaking through darkness.Along the way, we play festive games, laugh a lot, and unpack why these themes resonate so deeply this time of year. Ultimately, the conversation points back to the original Christmas story and why it continues to inspire us today.If you love Christmas movies, pop culture debates, thoughtful faith conversations, and nerdy fun, this episode is for you.Whether you're team Home Alone, team Die Hard, or just here for the Christmas vibes, this episode invites you to rediscover why Christmas stories still matter.
This week, we announce our 14-day challange in the new year for you to kick-start your 2026 and improve your English. Is also opens an early Christmas present from Mitch on the podcast and they compare the differences and similarities of Christmas time in the UK and Germany, before Mitch tells a couple of Christmas-themed jokes... Merry Christmas! Interactive Transcript Support Easy English and get interactive transcripts and bonus content for all our episodes: easyenglish.fm/membership Transcript Intro Isi: [0:23] Good morning! Mitch: [0:25] Merry Christmas! Isi: [0:27] It's not Christmas yet. - It's not Christmas yet. T'was the night before Christmas. Isi: [0:32] It's also not the night before Christmas. Mitch: [0:35] But, this is the Easy English Christmas Special. Isi: [0:41] Oh, it sounds like Gavin and Stacey Christmas special, but not as exciting. Mitch: [0:47] And we have a couple of Christmassy features, including me gifting Isi her first early Christmas gift. Isi: [0:55] Yes? Mitch: [0:56] From Santa Mitch. Isi: [0:58] Oh, not real Santa. He's not yet around the house, is he? Oh, I'm excited. Why? Mitch: [1:07] Because you've been a very good person this year and the elves told me. Isi: [1:13] To give you an early one. Okay. Support Easy English and get interactive transcripts and bonus content for all our episodes: easyenglish.fm/membership
The huns are feeling CHRISTMASSY and we get straight into our spooky weekend in Stoke Fleming, Devon. The huns have EVIDENCE of a table moving by itself... We cannot explain this. On another note, we stayed in Privet Drive. Fuming. Go check out the evidence over on Patreon huns!!! We also discuss Keira Knightleys car crash interview, our poss trip to Salem next Halloween and the Tarot censoring us. Story 1 Big S has a tale called 'Candlelight Ghost Tour'... why does that sculpture look like me? credit: u/lets-split-up (check out their spooky tales!) Story 2 Hannah has a story from the Halloween London show... based in? Shrieksville, California. Don't go up the stairs!!! Story 3 Suzie reads a story called The Ruby Pretender (also from the Halloween show!!!). Spooky Ipswich seaside haunting... COW COW COW COW! CREEP OF THE WEEK! This week's story is from Dragana who is a descendant from witches. Stunning. Ty hun in Ontario! We finally finish with an Oracle Card for YOU. ENJOY HUNS we love ya xoxox JOIN OUR PATREON! EXTRA bonus episodes AND a monthly ghost hunt for just £4.50! Or £6 for AD-FREE EPS and weekly AGONY HUNS! We'll solve your problems huns! Sign up here: www.patreon.com/GhostHuns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Have you ever scanned the radio looking for some music that fits your specific mood at that moment? Well, that's the daily quandary for show host John Avery. Thus, the creation of “Raiding The Crates on DC Radio,” a weekly two-hour ride through John's wildly diverse music taste and genre-hopping music collection. Be prepared to hear shows ranging from southern soul and blues to house music. Hear songs by artists from Frank Sinatra to Frank Ocean; from Sarah Vaughn to Fantasia; from Al Green to The B-52s. John is all over the place, but never too far from his first love: MUSIC. If you're the least bit adventurous, make it a point to join him weekly for “Raiding The Crates”.
Christmas in Italy is magical - for the sights, sounds and most of all the community spirit. Join us as we take a trip around Italy's most Christmassy towns - from Rome's glittering Christmas lights to snow-dusted Alpine villages, sharing insider tips on local traditions, and how to plan your perfect Italian holiday itinerary!Discover our new Christmas in the Dolomites Tour: untolditalytours.comRead the full episode show notes here > untolditaly.com/303NEW! - the Untold Italy app - access our entire podcast history ad free and searchable - DOWNLOAD FOR iOS • DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROIDThe app is FREE to download and check out our Milan guide and general travel content. Upgrade to PREMIUM for a one time fee to access Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Tuscany, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, Campania, Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Calabria, Umbria, Molise, Sardinia with much more to comeSupport the showSubscribe to our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning toolkit - subscribe hereNeed help with your trip? Check out our Trip Planning ServicesJoin us on tour. Browse our Trip scheduleFollowSubstackInstagram • Facebook • YouTube Editorial InformationThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke
Royal fans grumble over the King's 2025 Christmas card, complaining that a photo taken in the spring “doesn't feel Christmassy.” Meanwhile, supporters are delighted to learn they can send cards to the Royal Family — and often receive one in return. William and Harry may both attend the 2026 World Cup in the United States as the next transatlantic royal showdown brews. William joins Kate's cold-water swimming routine, admitting he “does a lot of yelling” during plunges. Visitors to Windsor Great Park face a frustrating new detour around the Waleses' home. And officials explain why renaming streets linked to Prince Andrew is far more complex than it sounds — even as his old St Andrews golf course gets a clean rebrand.Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here.Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here.
Bracket Case returns for the third time, and on this occasion our panelists whittle down a list of the best Christmas movies to determine which one is the most Christmassy of them all! Annette Wierstra and Kathy Campbell with Shelly Brisbin, Erika Ensign, Jason Snell, Monty Ashley and Micki Maynard.
Bracket Case returns for the third time, and on this occasion our panelists whittle down a list of the best Christmas movies to determine which one is the most Christmassy of them all! Annette Wierstra and Kathy Campbell with Shelly Brisbin, Erika Ensign, Jason Snell, Monty Ashley and Micki Maynard.
we're very excited to be sharing our festive book recommendations (aka the festive books we've genuinely loved that are cosy, Christmassy comfort reads). If you want real, tried and tested winter book recommendations, this episode is for you ❄️Festive reads (past favourites)Kiss Her Once for Me Alison CochrunThe Wedding Witch Erin SterlingHis Dark Materials / The Book of Dust Philip PullmanI Feel Bad About My Neck Nora EphronIn a Holidaze — Christina LaurenThe Christmas Book Hunt Jenny Colgan My December Darling Lauren AsherP.S - we kept saying Bah Humbug without actually knowing what it means so please ignore us being silly xoxo to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕ Thinking of joining our BOOK CLUB? We'd love to have you! Check it out here! for advertising opportunities, or you don't have any social media and want to chat, please email us at: thematchadiariespod@gmail.com
Let your little ones drift off quickly and peacefully to the gentle crackle of a cozy Christmas fireplace, paired with a soft “Silent Night” lullaby. Warm, soothing, and perfect for a Christmassy bedtime. Use this sleep aid to help babies and toddlers fall asleep and stay sleeping, as well as improving quality of sleep, cognitive development and emotional wellbeing. ⭐️ Upgrade to Koala Sleep Sounds Plus Today
Ever found yourself lingering at a sports bar just to dodge a household chore? In this laugh-out-loud episode of The JB and Sandy Show, Sandy confesses: “I ain't going home any time soon. You know what that means. Tricia is on a mission right now to clean the garage and I don't want to do that.”
It's that time of the year again! Time for the guys to round up three Christmas-themed films none of them have seen before, watch them, and criticize them based on overall quality as well as how “Christmassy” they are. WATCH: https://youtu.be/agI8GFUGqzE Follow Cinereelists: Facebook – Twitter – Instagram – TikTok Follow James: Letterboxd – BlueSky Follow Zach: Letterboxd – Twitter Follow Kyle: Letterboxd Support the show on Patreon. Subscribe: iTunes / RSS Have a film suggestion you think we've never seen and want us to discuss on the show? Send your pick to heyguys@cinereelists.com and one of us WILL watch...
Philip Clark is joined by Carolyn Cattrall is Chair of the Hahndorf Business and Tourism Association, which has the pretty cool reputation for unofficially being Australia's 'most Christmassy' destination.
This week Hannah is feeling the randy effects of her Vitamin D pearls and the tarot suggests cooling it off. Big S put her heels on in the pissing rain and the huns are brewing a gorgey Creep of the Week special!!! This is a truly international one. We love your tales so keep sending them in - let's kick off with the stories: 1) Big S has a tale from Niklas - a haunted baroque Danish manor to get us in the Christmassy mood. Huge apols for the Danish Dutch conundrum. 2) Hannah has a super wholesome story about a ghost DOGGY called Hannah - sent in from Trudy in Arkansas. -interlude where Hannah podcasts alone and becomes devilish- 3) Suzie takes us to Slovenia for the last story - ever heard of TABLE TIPPING? This is seriously spooky. Thank you Anita - we've gone full googey translate too. P.S. WE DID OUR OWN TABLE TIPPING AND IT GENUINELY MOVED. WANNA SEE? Head to Patreon... Finally we end with ZENNER CARDS and try an ACTUAL telepathy experiment. Apologies it's next to impossible to play along - we will do better next time. ENJOY HUNSSSSSSS xoxoxoxox JOIN OUR PATREON! EXTRA bonus episodes AND a monthly ghost hunt for just £4.50! Or £6 for AD-FREE EPS and weekly AGONY HUNS! We'll solve your problems huns! Sign up here: www.patreon.com/GhostHuns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's Black Friday morning, but the discussion goes deep, focusing not on doorbuster deals, but on life's profound changes. TJ McCormack filling in for Lionel, invites listeners to reflect on moments they'd relive or choices they'd change, sparking stories of nostalgia, from Christmassy mall trips to the shock of watching young daughters become driving teenagers. Callers share deeply moving and candid accounts of navigating immense loss, caregiving, and widowhood—including messages of hope for a listener who just lost his wife and is blind. The conversation covers finding comfort through rescuing abandoned cats, crucial self-care advice for the newly bereaved, and practical, unconventional parenting tips. Plus, the group tackles holiday etiquette dilemmas and philosophical proverbs that affirm life is the greatest bargain of all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're in for a shocktastic episode!We see the return of one of our games (which is basically an excuse to electric shock someone in the studio)… The Boffin Booth! Polly was put in the hot seat to be quizzed about Alison Hammond!Music royalty, Giles Martin was our first special guest this week, discussing the highly anticipated Beatles Anthology 4! He also shed light on the secret process behind how The Beatles preserved their musical magic.Catherine Tate also joined us in the Radio X studio, getting us in the Christmassy feels ahead of the opening night of the Sleeping Beauty panto at the London Palladium. After being an avid panto fan for many years she shared her excitement about being involved in the glitz and glam of panto, even if she is playing a villain!We had a mystery guest in for our feature, Who Are You….known for his work on television, on shows involving cars and stunts, can you guess who it is? Listen to find out!And if that's not enough, we answer these questions...Ever used a bidet?What's in Dom's bottom? Where do monks live?Enjoy!The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X!Weekdays 6:30am - 10am
Preview topic from Trammin' Preview: Holiday Foodie Guide 2025 with Kirk & KevWell well well, we just couldn't keep ourselves away from a foodie guide. We did jinx it though, and I asked my brother Kev to take Rain's place this week. He was, in fact, the host of a world-renowned podcast all about reading during recording. This year's foodie guide to the holidays is sticky with toffee, a little minty, and a little meaty. So let's take a bite out of this news and get ready for the holidays with a Christmassy episode of Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast!Disney Eats: Foodie Guide to Holidays at Disneyland Resort 2025https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-holidays-at-disneyland-resort-2025/Disney Eats: Disney Festival of Holidays at Disneyland Foodie Guide 2025https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-disney-festival-of-holidays-at-disneyland-foodie-guide-2025/Listen to full episodes every Windsday and topic-only uploads on Big Thunder Thursdays!InstagramTrammin' - https://instagram.com/TramminPodcastChristian Rainwater - https://instagram.com/imrainwaterMusicLocal Forecast - Elevator Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Trammin' - The Disneylanders, Addy DaddyUsed with permission.Character Art & AnimationNadia Dar - https://nadsdardraws.carrd.co/Trammin.comTrammin' is written without the use of Artificial Intelligence.©Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast
Well well well, we just couldn't keep ourselves away from a foodie guide. We did jinx it though, and I asked my brother Kev to take Rain's place this week. He was, in fact, the host of a world-renowned podcast all about reading during recording. This year's foodie guide to the holidays is sticky with toffee, a little minty, and a little meaty. So let's take a bite out of this news and get ready for the holidays with a Christmassy episode of Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast!Listen to full episodes every Windsday and topic-only uploads on Big Thunder Thursdays!InstagramTrammin' - https://instagram.com/TramminPodcastChristian Rainwater - https://instagram.com/imrainwaterMusicLocal Forecast - Elevator Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Trammin' - The Disneylanders, Addy DaddyUsed with permission.Character Art & AnimationNadia Dar - https://nadsdardraws.carrd.co/Trammin.comTrammin' is written without the use of Artificial Intelligence.©Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast