Podcasts about holiday movies

This week we watched a movie that somehow slipped through the cracks of popular culture. A Christmas TV movie called Unlikely Angel, starring Dolly Parton as a recently deceased country singer who needs to help a motherless family in order to avoid eternal damnation in hell. No, really. That's the plot.Tune in next week when our movie will be... The Nativity Story (2006)-----Visit Emily's ETSY store FlemGems!Check out the MaxFun Gift Guide! https://gift-guide.maximumfun.org/Matt will be at The Ice House comedy club in Pasadena on December 13th!Get a copy of Jordan Morris's comic book Predator: Black White and Blood #4!Also click this link to get a signed copy of something else Jordan made! https://bit.ly/coolfight

Today the team is back to talk about Lifetime's Christmas Everyday and Finding Joy from Tyler Perry on amazon Watch Finding Joy here https://amzn.to/3ME2Snf (ad) Today save on the perfect gift by visiting AuraFrames.com to get $35 off Aura's best-selling Carver Mat frames - named #1 by Wirecutter - by using promo code HALLMARKIES To get 15% off your next gift, go to https://www.uncommongoods.com/podcast/hallmarkies for 15% off! Uncommon Goods. We're all out of the ordinary. For our 2025 Christmas content https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXv4sBF3mPUAQKXmF4t3bW_QozFbDp-aD This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/hallmarkies and get on your way to being your best self Follow Ann on twitter https://twitter.com/awscott21 Follow Jazzman on twitter https://twitter.com/Shreem16 Follow Dory on twitter https://twitter.com/AllTheFeelsPod Follow Bree on twitter https://twitter.com/BreeUnabashedly Listen to the All the Feels podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/41TDuXQXn5ujpFPQ3TzIvZ?si=U-eJTJQ9SiC0I5iyTPKFYA&nd=1 Check out the Mahogany store on amazon using our affiliate link https://amzn.to/3e9sFlZ (ad) Please send feedback@hallmarkiespodcast.com or the twitter call +1 (801) 855-6407 For all of our interviews https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXv4sBF3mPUA_0JZ2r5fxhTRE_-RChCj Check out the merch store https://teepublic.com/stores/hallmarkies?utm_campaign=Hallmarkies&utm_medium=8581&utm_source=affiliat Please support the podcast on patreon at https://www.patreon.com/hallmarkies Follow us on ITunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/hallmarkies-podcast/id1296728288?mt=2 https://twitter.com/HallmarkiesPod on twitter @HallmarkiesPodcast on Instagram Check out our website HallmarkiesPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eight Crazy Nights: Episode 375 - Celebrate the holidays with a Hanukkah Normies Like Us special as we take a look at the Adam Sandler Animated "classic" with Eight Crazy Nights If you don't like share and subscribe that's a technical foul! Insta: @NormiesLikeUs https://www.instagram.com/normieslikeus/ @jacob https://www.instagram.com/jacob/ @MikeHasInsta https://www.instagram.com/mikehasinsta/ https://letterboxd.com/BabblingBrooksy/ https://letterboxd.com/hobbes72/ https://letterboxd.com/mikejromans/

In this interview, I chat with Matthew Norman about Grace & Henry's Holiday Movie Marathon, writing a holiday romance, choosing which movies to incorporate into the story and the movie that didn't end up in the book, exploring the many faces of grief, holidays as universal experiences, naming the dog Harry Styles, and much more. Matthew's recommended reads are: The Faculty Lounge by Jennifer Mathieu The Holiday Season by Michael Knight Thanks so much to those of you who have donated to the show. Donate to the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Venmo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Check out⁠ this list of all the great books⁠ I loved in 2025. Want to know which new titles are publishing in January - May of 2026? Check out our fifth ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Literary Lookbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠which contains a comprehensive but not exhaustive list all in one place so you can plan ahead, and we color-code by genre in this one! ⁠⁠Grace & Henry's Holiday Movie Marathon ⁠can be purchased at my Bookshop storefront.  Looking for something new to read? Here is my monthly ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buzz Reads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ column with five new recommendations each month. Link to my article about ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠older protagonists in fiction⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.     Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The trial of Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan – who's accused of helping an undocumented immigrant evade ICE at the courthouse. Holiday movie traditions and we always return to feel-good films. Tips on how to keep your pets safe during the cold winter months.

Join Ian and Maggie for their episode on the more modern Christmas classic, Home Alone. Though less substantive that the forthcoming Holdovers episode (again apologies for our technical difficulties changing up our schedule), Home Alone proved to be an enjoyable watch.

Bruce explains to Gaydos why Christmas movies make him angry!

Chris Egert is in for Jason. He's joined by WCCO-TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer to talk about the freezing temperatures that are headed our way and when we'll get back to normal. Which leads Chris to wonder what holiday movies you'll want to watch as you stay in and stay warm

Chris Egert is in for Jason. He continues to talk with listeners about the must-watch holiday movies you can watch this weekend during the polar vortex. Then he shares a sad story and how you can help a family out this holiday season.

Friday 4pm Hour: Chris Egert is in for Jason. He talks with Chris Shaffer about the bitter cold headed our way this weekend - how bad is it going to get? Then, while you're avoiding the cold, which holiday movies do you want to watch? They're better for you than you know!

Ethan has sports and more including who has the worst drivers. We talk feel good holiday movies plus holiday traditions.

This week we're celebrating one of our favorite genres: holiday movies!  Screenwriter Maggie Lane (HOTEL FOR THE HOLIDAYS) and producer Eric Jarboe (FALLING FOR CHRISTMAS, THE PRINCESS SWITCH) join us to pull back the curtain on how Christmas films are conceived, pitched, developed, budgeted, and shot - sometimes in as little as 13 days. We dig into what networks actually want, how to craft a great rom-com holiday premise, what makes a title irresistible, how to build producible scripts, and why collaboration (and quick rewrites!) are everything. It's a warm, funny, highly practical episode full of insider intel and festive filmmaking stories. --- Looking for more support on your writing journey? Join Meg and Lorien inside ⁠⁠⁠⁠TSL Workshops⁠⁠⁠ ⁠- use code HOLIDAY25 for 50% off your first month. Episode Links: Writing the Romantic Comedy by Billy Mernit JHRTS (Junior Hollywood Radio & Television Society) Film Independent AFI Directing Workshop for Women Hotel for the Holidays (on Prime Video) WGA Minimums Schedule Check out the ⁠⁠⁠TSL merch shop⁠⁠⁠ TSL on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠ The Screenwriting Life is produced by ⁠⁠⁠Jonathan Hurwitz⁠⁠⁠ and edited by ⁠⁠⁠Kate Mishkin⁠⁠⁠. Email us at ⁠⁠⁠thescreenwritinglife@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠. --- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The boys kick off the Christmas season right with Home Alone from 1990. In this 90's classic, the McCallisters miscounted their children before taking off to France leaving little Kevin behind. With only his wits, he must protect himself and his home form the Wet Bandits!Support the showCatch new episodes of the Where to Stick It Podcast every Tuesday and Thursday. If you like the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon where we upload exclusive content each month for only $3 a month.

It's Holiday Traditions week, and the sisters are diving straight into the good stuff: their all-time favorite Christmas movies, the classics they revisit every year, and the ones they could happily never watch again. They're ranking their top holiday songs — from cozy nostalgia to the universally hated tracks they'd ban from every playlist.You'll also hear about family traditions that still matter, from the annual Christmas train setup to the mysteries of the Elf on the Shelf. Plus: the Netflix holiday movie you should watch, and the one you can skip without a shred of guilt.And of course, What's For Dinner makes an appearance to round things out for Lynne's special Get Well Chicken SoupHead to the show notes for links, recipes, and recommendations: threelilfishes.com/shownotes

Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? Or in your estimation does it not even count? This week on Geek History Lesson, Ashley is joined by journalist and Scottish icon, Graeme McMillan (Popverse, The Hollywood Reporter), to dig dow deep on the questions of: What constitutes a "holiday" movie? Do we like Die Hard? And provide you an eclectic list to enjoy throughout your celebrations this year! Yes, a comic book character makes an appearance!Follow Steven Ray Morris on BlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/graemem.bsky.social#SpookySeason2025 Merch ► https://www.teepublic.com/stores/jawiinFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Send us a textThank you for tuning in! In today's episode, I am joined by John Abendshein, author of "Home But Alone No More: A Memoir From the Owner of the House That Made Movie History." John lived in the famous "Home Alone" house before, during, and after the filming of the holiday classic. In his book, he shares how this came about, the aftermath following the film's release, and why this movie continues to resonate with viewers more than three decades after its initial release.  In this episode, I get to interview John and ask him several questions ranging from Home Alone trivia to Would You Rather - Chicago version, and I also challenge him to answer a few pop culture questions related to events in 1990.  It was a pleasure chatting with John and I highly recommend his book! Check out John's website here.Follow John on TikTok here.Follow John on Instagram here.Visit John on YouTube here.You can purchase John's fantastic book here.Check out Julia Hagen's website here.  She is the artist responsible for the beautiful artwork on the book's cover as well as illustrations throughout.  Support the showVisit: https://www.popcultureretrospective.com/ for all things Pop Culture Retrospective! Listen to the show, along with several other retro-inspired podcasts, and music from the '80s and '90s on the Q106.5 app (or website)! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popcultureretrospective/ Follow me on Twitter!: https://twitter.com/PopCultureRetroReview the show! https://www.popcultureretrospective.com/reviews/new/Pop Culture Retrospective Merch!: https://pop-culture-retrospective-pod.myspreadshop.com/allEmail me anytime: amy@popcultureretrospective.com

Everything I'm currently loving digitally! My recommendations for holiday movies, binge worthy shows, music, podcast episodes and favorite online creators

Dr. Cedrek McFadden breaks down holiday stress and fatigue, sharing tips to stay healthy this season. Also, Andrew Scott drops in to discuss his new role in “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.” Plus, couple Kane and Katelyn Brown stop by to talk about their new holiday movie inspired by their 2022 song. And, find great holiday deals with the Shop Today box. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Message us ANONYMOUSLYGuest co-host Rachael Fosket ("The Librarians," "Midway" - 2019 ) joins Paul for a little trip to "The Shop Around the Corner" (d. Lubitsch 1940). Starring: Margaret Sullivan, and Jimmy Stewart. Budapest, 3 o'clock in the morning, and were looking for a thousand brown M&Ms to fill a brandy glass, or Ozzy wouldn't go on stage that night. So, Jeff Beck ("Twins") pops his head 'round the door, and mentions there's a little sweets shop on the edge of town. So - we go. And - it's closed. So there's Paul, Rachael, and Keith Moon, and David Crosby, breaking into that little sweets shop, eh. Well, instead of a guard dog, they've got this bloody great big Bengal tiger. Rachael managed to take out the tiger with a can of mace, but the shop owner and his son... that's a different story altogether...nasty business, really. But, sure enough, we got the M&Ms, and Ozzy went on stage and did a great show. It's really just a nice holiday movie though. 12/9!****A member of the “Review Review,” family is in the fight of her life, you can help! - TAP/CLICK HEREMore with Rachael: Season 3 - Friday the 13thMore holidays:Season 2 - GremlinsSupport the show**All episodes contain explicit language**Artwork - Ben McFaddenReview Review Intro/Outro Theme - Jamie Henwood"What Are We Watching" & "Whatcha been up to?" Themes - Matthew Fosket"Fun Facts" Theme - Chris Olds/Paul RootLead-Ins Edited/Conceptualized by - Ben McFaddenProduced by - Ben McFadden & Paul RootConcept - Paul Root

Christian Borle American actor and singer. He is a two-time Tony Award winner for his roles as Black Stache in Peter and the Starcatcher and as William Shakespeare in Something Rotten!.[2] Borle also originated the roles of Prince Herbert, et al. in Spamalot, Emmett in Legally Blonde, and Joe in Some Like It Hot on Broadway, earning Tony nominations for the latter two. He starred as Marvin in the 2016 Broadway revival of Falsettos, which also earned him a Tony nomination. His first leading role on Broadway was Jimmy Smith in Thoroughly Modern Millie. He would later also star as Bert in Mary Poppins and Willy Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. He also portrayed Orin Scrivello in the Off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors. Borle starred as Tom Levitt on the NBC musical-drama television series Smash and Vox in the adult animated black comedy musical series Hazbin Hotel.He has been nominated for five Tony awards and won twice, and he also won a Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album for the original cast recording of Some Like It Hot in 2024.Holiday Movies to Watch (Theatrical + Streaming)In Theaters:• Five Nights at Freddy's 2  • Moana 2  • Wicked: Part 1  • Sonic the Hedgehog 3  • Kraven the Hunter  • Gladiator II  Streaming:• Disney+ – Wish, Percy Jackson, The Santa Clauses  • Netflix – Family Switch, Leo, Rebel Moon  • Prime Video – Candy Cane Lane  • Peacock – Trolls Band Together, FNAF  • Apple TV+ – Spirited, Napoleon (coming)3. Holiday Gift GuideFor Kids/Tweens:• Pokémon sets  • LEGO sets  • Nintendo Switch games  • Mini arcade cabinets  For Partners:• Smart mug  • Vinyl turntable  • Streaming bundles  • Custom comic portraits  For Yourself:• LED lightsabers  • Gaming headset  • Nerd subscription boxes  • Collectibles  4. Hottest Games Right Now• Spider-Man 2.5 DLC  • Fortnite Chapter 6  • Super Mario RPG Remake  • Call of Duty: New Black Ops  • Zelda: Echoes of Hyrule  • Minecraft Legends  Top Consoles:• Nintendo Switch OLED  • PlayStation 5 Slim  • Xbox Series S/X  • Meta Quest 3  • Steam Deck OLED  5. Current Movie Box-Office Records• FNAF 2 breaking post-Thanksgiving records  • Moana 2 dominating animated box office  • Gladiator II strong adult turnout  • Godzilla x Kong breaking IMAX monster records  6. AI & Hollywood (CBS Sunday Morning Highlights)• AI used in pre-visualization  • Actor likeness rights concerns  • New WGA/SAG rules: consent + compensation  • AI won't replace actors but will replace technical labor  7. Netflix x Warner Bros. / DC DealFan reactions:• Excitement for exposure  • Concerns about WB's financial strategy  • Hopes for revived animationExec statements:• Not a merger  • DCU storyline still controlled by DC Studios  • Goal: global audience expansion  8. Top Video Games to Buy Now• Super Mario Bros. Wonder  • EA FC 25  • Spider-Man 2  • Roblox  • FNAF: Help Wanted 2  • Lego Fortnite  9. Top Consoles for Holiday 2025• Switch OLED  • PS5 Slim  • Xbox Series X  • Meta Quest 3  • Steam Deck OLED  10. Recommended Old Christmas Movie“The Muppet Christmas Carol” (1992)11. Recommended Comic Book“Superman: Last Days of Krypton” (2025)

Welcome to another episode of Death Don't Do Fiction, the AIPT Movies podcast! The podcast about the enduring legacy of our favorite movies! It's December, so that means it's time for our “Holidanger” series, where we cover holiday movies that put lives on the line! In this week's episode, Alex, Tim, and returning guest K-Tron discuss the movie that's effectively Die Hard but John McClane is Santa Claus, 2022's Violent Night!Low-stakes parkour! Confrontational gift opening! a teenager named Bertrude! Die Hard 2 references! A snowmobile chase! Checkov's nutcrackers! Santa magic! Santa's thoughts on children swearing! Bickering with reindeer! Making fun of Mark Wahlberg! Impeccable action from the production team that brought you John Wick, The Fall Guy, and Nobody! Colorful villains and henchmen! Themes of greed, classism, and believing in others! A mini, R-rated Home Alone movie! Slasher movie-level kill scenes! Weaponized Christmas decorations and a deadly candy cane! David Harbour as a disturbingly hot Santa Claus, Beverly D'Angelo as a foulmouthed grandma, and John Leguizamo as the Christmas-hating villain! All that and more in this bloody action movie with sweet, holiday vibes that may be a new Holidanger classic for the whole family! Santa Claus is coming to town!In addition, K-Tron talks about the wonders of Christmas noirs like 1961's Blast of Silence and 1947's Lady in the Lake, while Alex shares his spoiler-free thoughts on Die My Love, Bugonia, 1984's This Is Spinal Tap, and Lucio Fulci's bizarre trip into action sci-fi, Warriors of the Year 2072 (aka, The New Gladiators)!You can find Death Don't Do Fiction on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!The Death Don't Do Fiction podcast brings you the latest in movie news, reviews, and more! Hosted by supposed “industry vets,” Alex Harris and Tim Gardiner, the show gives you a peek behind the scenes from two filmmakers with oddly nonexistent filmographies. You can find Alex on Twitter, Bluesky, or Letterboxd @actionharris. You can follow K-Tron on Letterboxd @puddingtaco. Tim can't be found on social media because he doesn't exist. If you have any questions or suggestions for the Death Don't Do Fiction crew, they can be reached at aiptmoviespod@gmail.com, or you can find them on Twitter or Instagram @aiptmoviespod.Theme song is “We Got it Goin On” by Cobra Man.

This week Dustin kicks things off with his David Byrne recap (ft. Michael Shannon energy) and a shout-out to St. Paul & The Broken Bones on The Tonight Show 12/8. We also run through our Spotify Wrapped 2025 and roast each other accordingly. ⭐️ TOPIC 1 — The Best Christmas Specials Ever We go through TimeOut's list and then immediately derail into our own picks — classics, weird ones, cartoons, South Park moments, and the one Christmas special or movie we absolutely have to watch every year. Plus we talk post-2000s Christmas episodes, including:• The Sopranos — Bobby as Santa, Paulie threatening him, a kid telling Santa “F*** you.” A holiday mood.• Aqua Teen Hunger Force — Meatwad's cursed t-shirt, “Horror Claus,” and Santa getting rebuilt with soccer-ball skin. Totally normal Christmas stuff. We also read your Patreon & Facebook picks, featuring everything from Die Hard debates to Bad Santa, Ernest Saves Christmas, Home Alone, The Ref, and more. ⭐️ TOPIC 2 — STRANGER THINGS (Final Season!) Everyone except Tim is watching and enjoying it.Everyone except Tim has opinions.Tim is busy hate-watching “Temu Stranger Things” (Welcome to Derry) instead. We break down the new season, what's working, what's not, and whether the finale sticks the landing. KEEP IT CANON! #ChristmasSpecials, #HolidayMovies, #RadioLabyrinthPodcast, ▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀ Hosts: Tim Andrews, Jeff Leiboff, Dustin Lollar and Lizzie Bruce Jones Audio Podcast & YouTube Video Edited by Dustin Lollar ▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀

12-5 Dirty Work Hour 3: Breaking down the preview of the Buffalo Bills' upcoming holiday movie, as well as this weekend's storylines surrounding college football and the NFL. The Athletic's Marcus Thompson joins the show to talk about the Warriors following their last-second loss to the 76ers on Thursday night, and Ray Ratto of the employee-owned sports and culture site Defector joins the show to talk about the Sharks' young nucleus being ahead of schedule.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-5 Dirty Work Hour 3: Breaking down the preview of the Buffalo Bills' upcoming holiday movie, as well as this weekend's storylines surrounding college football and the NFL. The Athletic's Marcus Thompson joins the show to talk about the Warriors following their last-second loss to the 76ers on Thursday night, and Ray Ratto of the employee-owned sports and culture site Defector joins the show to talk about the Sharks' young nucleus being ahead of schedule.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every December, the same Christmas classics return on repeat — “Elf,” “Home Alone,” “A Christmas Story,” “It's a Wonderful Life.” But longtime Charlotte arts critic Lawrence Toppman says some of the season's richest films are the ones most people have never heard of. From forgotten Thanksgiving dramas to animated immigrant tales, from World War I truces to bittersweet family reunions, Toppman opens up a deeper, more surprising cinematic world behind the holidays.In this special episode of The Charlotte Ledger Podcast, we bring you a live recording of Toppman's December 1, 2025 talk at The Sharon at SouthPark Retirement Community, where he shares his favorite under-the-radar holiday films — and a few spicy opinions about the ones everyone already knows.Toppman shares his curated list spanning Día de los Muertos, Armistice Day, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and Christmas. Whether you're looking for something touching, funny, unusual, or decidedly not cheerful, this list has a film to surprise you.We hope you enjoy the conversation with Lawrence Toppman.Today's episode of The Charlotte Ledger Podcast is sponsored by Child Care Search, a service of Child Care Resources Inc. Looking for child care? Our team provides guidance every step of the way! Search online at www.FindChildCareNC.org or call 1-888-600-1685 for live assistance and free, customized referrals.For more information on The Charlotte Ledger, visit TheCharlotteLedger.com. This episode of The Charlotte Ledger Podcast was produced by Lindsey Banks. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit charlotteledger.substack.com/subscribe

Do you love Hallmark Christmas movies even though the storylines and actors feel the same? Scotch and Mandy can’t get enough of them, while Tank just doesn’t watch. In this episode, we break down why these holiday films are so predictable, the recurring themes, and why fans keep coming back year after year. Cozy up for laughs, debates, and a deep dive into the magic (and clichés) of Hallmark holiday movies!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We end Holiday Week with the amazing comedian Maxi Witrak. Photographer Shelley Paulson is our artist of the day, her Aurora Borealis are spectacular and available for gifts. Plus, we take a look at the best and worst Christmas movies. Listen in....HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3834 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the GeekTitle Sponsor: Kentucky Performance ProductsJamie and Glenn's Amazon StorePlease support this year's charity: Gallop for LifePic Credit: Maxi WitrakGuest: Maxi Witrak Guest Artist: Photographer Shelley PaulsonPrize Providers: Cavallo Hoof Boots, Dreamers & Schemers, Espoir, Larissa Ann Fine Art, Starting in the Middle by Tik Maynard, USRider, Zero Proof Horse Treats, Kelly Herd JewelryAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Kentucky Performance Products, Weatherbeeta, Zero Proof Horse Treats and Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTimestamps:04:00 - Gratitude17:20 - Shelley Paulson30:40 - Voicemails38:35 - Maxi Witrak50:00 - Best and Worst Horse Movies01:05:00 - Prize Drawing

We end Holiday Week with the amazing comedian Maxi Witrak. Photographer Shelley Paulson is our artist of the day, her Aurora Borealis are spectacular and available for gifts. Plus, we take a look at the best and worst Christmas movies. Listen in....HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3834 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the GeekTitle Sponsor: Kentucky Performance ProductsJamie and Glenn's Amazon StorePlease support this year's charity: Gallop for LifePic Credit: Maxi WitrakGuest: Maxi Witrak Guest Artist: Photographer Shelley PaulsonPrize Providers: Cavallo Hoof Boots, Dreamers & Schemers, Espoir, Larissa Ann Fine Art, Starting in the Middle by Tik Maynard, USRider, Zero Proof Horse Treats, Kelly Herd JewelryAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Kentucky Performance Products, Weatherbeeta, Zero Proof Horse Treats and Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTimestamps:04:00 - Gratitude17:20 - Shelley Paulson30:40 - Voicemails38:35 - Maxi Witrak50:00 - Best and Worst Horse Movies01:05:00 - Prize Drawing

On today's edition of the Three Point Stance, Hart names the *only* acceptable answers for the topic of the best holiday movie, Fitzy previews a MASSIVE weekend coming up in college football, and Dan states why Jim Montgomery did not deserve a "welcome back" moment from the Bruins on Thursday night.

We saw the holiday movie "Oh What Fun" (2025) starring Michelle Pfeiffer. This film is a delightful surprise with its sneaky humor and heartfelt moments. We discuss why this movie stands out among modern holiday films, highlighting its great writing, hilarious cast, and the touching portrayal of family dynamics. Tune in to hear our thoughts and why we gave it a perfect 4.0 out of 4.0 rating. Don't miss this review of "Oh What Fun" on Prime! Subscribe and support at www.mostlysuperheroes.com 

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Today's phone-in: Automotive expert Doug Bethune returned with tips to keep your car, truck or SUV running smoothly as we cruise into winter. But first, some listener suggestions for your next holiday watch.

Welcome back to The Snack – a lighter serving of Girls Gotta Eat. This week, we're talking about: Best floats/rappers from the Macy's Day Parade  The viral Turkey Trot Prank White House Christmas decorations  Top 8 holiday movies for 2025 Shows we're watching (All Her Fault, The Beast In Me, Southern Charm) Mormon Wives "Fruity Pebbles" tea  Headlines: Luigi in court, 50 Cent's Diddy doc, Alix Earle breakup rumors, Whitney Leavitt starring in Chicago, National Dog Show winner Follow us on Instagram @girlsgottaeatpodcast, Ashley @ashhess, and Rayna @rayna.greenberg. Visit girlsgottaeat.com for more. Thank you to our partners this week: Article: Head to https://article.com for a beautiful new sofa, dining table, or bed.  Quince: Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order at https://quince.com/GGE. Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster at https://rocketmoney.com/gge. Columbia Sportswear: Head to columbia.com to get your hands on an Amaze Puff Jacket.  Ollie: Get 60% off your welcome kit when you subscribe at http://ollie.com/gge with code GGE.  Nutrafol: Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping at https://nutrafol.com with code GGE10.

Do you NEVER argue with your significant other? What did you do when you thought no one was watching? What's your favorite line from a Holiday Movie? We do the bird test with our significant others. How many Holiday Parties are you attending this season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you NEVER argue with your significant other? What did you do when you thought no one was watching? What's your favorite line from a Holiday Movie? We do the bird test with our significant others. How many Holiday Parties are you attending this season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We act out a classic holiday movie scene while sucking helium out of a balloon and you need to guess which movie it is! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 “What would you do if you discovered a masterpiece lost for 400 years hidden in your own home?” That's just one of the wild questions Sandy and Tricia tackle in this episode of The Sandy Show, where every moment is a blend of laughter, heart, and a dash of mischief. Join Sandy and Tricia as they serve up a whirlwind of stories—from the hilarious (and slightly evil) Christmas parenting hacks to the heartfelt campaign to free Betty, the world's most depressed circus elephant. Tricia surprises everyone by siding with PETA, championing the clever idea for Alice in Chains to become “Betty in Chains” for a month. “Let Betty go. She's done her time,” Tricia declares, sparking a conversation that's as passionate as it is poignant. Relive the magic of holiday movies as the duo reveals which Christmas classics are returning to the big screen, and laugh along as they debate whether “Love Actually” truly counts as a Christmas movie. Nostalgia runs deep as Sandy and Tricia reminisce about old-school movie outings, complete with newspaper listings and spontaneous ticket window decisions. The episode doesn't shy away from the quirky and the relatable—like the debate over the perfect winter thermostat setting (“68 degrees? That sounds like a freaking tinderbox to me!”), the Oxford Dictionary's Word of the Year (“rage bait”), and the confessions of following people online just to stay annoyed. Listeners are treated to playful banter, including the infamous “dirty legging” accusation and a shout-out to loyal podcast fans who stuck around through Thanksgiving. With memorable moments, witty exchanges, and genuine heart, this episode captures the essence of The Sandy Show: real conversations, real laughs, and real life.Notable Quotes:“Let Betty go. She's done her time.”“I don't trust any animal that can poop and walk at the same time.”“68 degrees? That sounds like a freaking tinderbox to me!”“You're a grudge guy. Why do I hang out with you?”“Do us a solid and copy and paste the link to this episode and send it to a friend or two.”Call-to-Action:Loved the show? Don't miss a moment—subscribe to The Sandy Show, leave us a review, and share this episode with your friends. Your support keeps the laughter (and the mischief) going!

Johnny Spoiler dives headfirst into FATMAN (2020) — the unholy collision of Christmas cheer and hard-edged action starring Mel Gibson as a battle-worn Santa Claus and Walton Goggins as a vengeful hitman.In this episode of the Binge-Watchers Podcast, we break down why Fatman feels like the gritty fake action movie advertised inside Scrooged, how Walton Goggins absolutely carries the film, and why this version of Santa is closer to Superman than a slasher villain.Before the review, Johnny reacts to 2025 Christmas trends including:The rise of vintage 1990s Christmas aestheticsWhy Christmas trees are getting smallerThe bizarre popularity of holiday whiskey gimmicksWhy roe > caviar at holiday parties (we said what we said)Plus:Christmas movie chart shifts (Elf, The Grinch, Home Alone)Thoughts on the Silent Night, Deadly Night remakeWhy Fatman doesn't quite kill Santa — and why that mattersDeep lore questions: is Santa powered by goodwill… or force?If you're building your Christmas movie watchlist, curious about Santa action movies, or burned out but still searching for something rowdy, weird, and holiday-adjacent — this episode's for you.Binge it now. Ho ho hold the line.30 Days FREE Huludays https://tr.ee/JohnnyHulu

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A Thanksgiving weekend movie preview with Shawn Robbins, founder of Box Office Theory. Read Shepherd and Dana McKay are hosting the national show for Thanksgiving week while Ryan Gorman is on vacation.

A Thanksgiving weekend movie preview with Shawn Robbins, founder of Box Office Theory. Read Shepherd and Dana McKay are hosting the national show for Thanksgiving week while Ryan Gorman is on vacation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Human Equation with Joe Pangaro – In many ways, holiday movies serve as bridges between generations. Grandparents may prefer classics like Miracle on 34th Street, while younger family members gravitate toward modern comedies. Watching these films together creates opportunities for conversation, laughter, and shared appreciation. It is a reminder that traditions are not static—they grow, adapt, and...

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Covino & Rich in for the DP Show on this Thanksgiving! They examine Jake Paul's Most Overrated Athletes list! 'RICH'S BIG TV GAME OF THE WEEK' gets fired up for NFL Week 13. Plus, 'OLD-SCHOOL WHEN 50 HITS' celebrates movies that won't offend anyone this holiday season! #CRShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the holiday season and tomorrow is Thanksgiving. Your friendly neighborhood podcasts hosts little bit forgot they'd be insanely busy in the lead up to Thanksgiving in the US. So you get a preshow run long. If you're a former subscriber you'll recognize this chaos for what it is. Tori and Gwenna being odd and barely having their ish together. From behind the scenes info to an in depth discussion of parenting in Christmas movies this episode is a lot of something and nothing and everything. Happy Thanksgiving. We want to hear from you, let us know how you feel about Christmas movies! Email us: childproofmail@gmail.com Join our Patreon Preorder Gwenna's new book Thinky Thoughts: All Grown Up & Still Just As Confused Be sure to check out our other shows: Founded Bibliophage This is an Airwave Media podcast. To advertise on this podcast please email Advertising@airwavemedia.com

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The countdown to Christmas is on!