Podcasts about real santa

Rivka and Frank close out the year with a final “holiday duet” on the Christmas classic Miracle on 34th Street. They debate whether Kris Kringle is in fact the REAL Santa or just the world's greatest salesman. Released during the second Red Scare, it's unsurprising that the film's core moral is the need for “altruistic capitalism.” But is it OK to allow a potentially unwell old man around thousands of children? As long as he's making money — who cares, it turns out! Don't get us wrong, we both love this movie but HOLY SHIT this story is wild.  MVC will be off until 2025, but we'll be back with an episode on Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. 

Boys and girls, meet Steven Wickham, the UK's one-and-only Real Santa. With a beard so authentic, it's earned its own fan club—led by Jay as the president. Steven doesn't just play Santa—he is Santa (minus the reindeer—those insurance premiums are sky-high).   When he's not donning the red suit, cap, and handing out presents, Steven is a versatile actor whose career has taken him across stage and screen. He's got the stories to prove it!   So, join Jay Reum and Todd Kramer as they take a deep dive into Steven's workshop to uncover the magic, the mischief, and the joy he brings to children around the world—and find out how one man makes a living playing Father Christmas when all he ever gets paid in is milk and cookies.

It's almost that time of the year again...when Santa comes back to life. Join Carson and Gavin as they loose their minds at the new discovery of the REAL Santa's tomb, PLUS a 3D rendering of what the jolly man apparently looked like? Not to mention, they got up to date on Jeremy Allen White joining the cast of Star Wars as Jabba the Hutt's son, Joe Rogan's Spotify Wrapped, an important Hot Pocket revelation, and all the latest on the United Health CEO m*rder. Want to stay up to date with the podcast? Give us a follow on our social media platforms, and check out the video version of this show on YouTube in the links below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ittakesallkindspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ITAKPodcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSQ1H-tYJrxroyz82ygvJoI9splHke-Ez

A 4-PART BORDERLAND SPECIAL SERIES: EPISODE 2: THE CULT OF SANTA MUERTE On the southern border, there is a legal concept known as “reasonable fear.” If an asylum officer determines that a migrant has a “reasonable fear of persecution or torture” if returned to their home country, then removal procedures can be delayed. And, in the current border crisis, there's been no greater source of “reasonable fear” cases than the Mexican drug cartels and organized crime.  In each episode we take a deep dive into the border crisis to find the primary players behind the violence, the scope of these transnational criminal enterprises, and the state of the narco wars. In this episode, host Vince ‘Rocoo' Vargas, takes a deep dive into the Santa Muerte religious movement. Check out the REASONABLE FEAR S.E.C. KIT available for pre-order at https://thisisironclad.com/products/sec?=RFTRAILER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SANTA CLAUSE VS SANTA JESUS- WILL THE REAL SANTA PLEASE STAND   HOW DO WE TELL THE REAL SANTA? ( Santa= righteous and holy) Both Santas are jolly. Both Santas love children. Both Santas give good gifts. Both Santas can fly. Both Santas have an expected return. Both Santas have people looking for their appearing. Both Santas have a massive group of servants. And both Santas love you unconditionally. Whoops- hold it a minute. If I remember right, Santa Claus will love you and give you gifts if you're nice. However, if you are naughty, heaven help you. And here's where Santa "Jesus" comes in. With the real Santa Jesus Christ, love is not conditional. Romans 8 declares that there is nothing that will cause Jesus to stop loving you. Plus- you received his love even before you loved him. Santa Claus never gave his life to redeem you from death. Jesus did! Santa Claus never rose from the dead to give you the gift of eternal life. Jesus did! Santa Claus never went to your heavenly Father to prepare a place for you to dwell with him forever. Jesus did! The real Santa is already standing. Jesus Christ is standing in defense of you before the Father's throne as an intercessor and defending your righteous position in the family of God against your accuser. His love is eternal. It will never end.  Forget about the Santa that will give you a "piece of coal" when you miss a step or miss the mark. Jesus Christ gives forgiveness and righteousness. Well, that sells it for me. I cast my vote for the actual gift giver, Jesus Christ of Nazareth, who came from the Father in heaven to give you the greatest gift of all. He gave himself as the blood sacrifice that redeemed you from the grip of death and brought you back to your heavenly Father's heart where you belong. Welcome home! AND MERRY CHRISTMAS!   YOU CAN GIVE HERE: http://www.georgewatkinsministries.co...   WEBSITE= http://www.georgewatkinsministries.co...   FACEBOOK=https://www.facebook.com/FaithProduce...   Faith Producers address: PO Bx 1006 Mt Vernon, WA 98273   FAITH PRODUCES AN INTERNATIONAL PODCAST https://faithproducers.podbean.com/   You can 'WALK' with George Watkins daily @ youtube.com/faithproducers  faithproducers.com twitter.com/faithproducers Facebook.com/faithproducerstv   faithproducers.com   

It's Christmas-time! Which means many things in the world of wrestling! Ring of Honor held their Final Battle. The Masked Horse returns! The Continental Classic is nearing the end. Japanese wrestling is a bit slow. We have a special appearance from the REAL Santa. Plus, the annual We Need Wrestling Gift Exchange and a look to the future! #AEWDynamite #WWERAW #AEWRampage #WWESmackdown #AEWCollision #NJPW #RoadtoWK #WWE #Impact #TNA #Christmas #GiftExchange #ROH #RingOfHonor #FinalBattle #WrestlingPodcast #ProWrestling Rate and Review on Itunes! Reach out on Social Media! www.WeNeedWrestling.com  Youtube WeNeedWrestling@gmail.com Twitter: @WeNeedWrestling IG: WeNeedWrestling    

The boys are joined by the OG dirty old man… Santa Claus (33:13) to riff on women with santa fetishes, whether BBL's feel different on your lap, and why Santa doesn't have an alibi for January 6th. BUT FIRST-- someone jerked off at the studio and Michael got HURT doing the seggs.  Thanks to Shopify for sponsoring this episode. Get a one-dollar-per-month trial at https://www.shopify.com/socks Thanks to PrizePicks for sponsoring this episode. Go to https://www.PrizePicks.com/socks and use code socks for a first deposit match up to $100 This episode is sponsored by BlueChew. Want to have better sex? Visit https://go.bluechew.com/socks to receive your first month FREE -- pay only $5 shipping.

On this episode of Bounced From The Roadhouse:Special Guests in 4B: D.Ray KnightGoing to MoviesMovie QuotesNaughtty GoogleChristmas TraditionsAnimal in Your TreeMRI GunAirplane Bathroom CookingSummer's Weekend Jada and Will SmithGingerbread HousesReal SantaChristmas FoodMoney for DogSugar ShackPuddin365 DaysRecord LightsHoroscopesDr BJDumby of the Day - Florida JokerKAT Out of BagManic Monday - Animal in TreeMarry, Kill or Mate Zac Efron, Chris Hemsworth and Ryan ReynoldsNever Have I EverRandom Fact - MountainsScoop with Summer Dey - Magic MushroomsStupid Criminal - Dr PepperTrue or FalseTruth or Tales Would you Rather -3 Cents a Step or 100 MillionQuestions? Comments? Leave us a message! 605-389-3456Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review and some stars! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christmas is just a week away, and Patty has landed the biggest interview of the year. Santa took time out during this busy time to answer all the questions that you've always wanted to ask him. He also shares heartwarming stories and sings his favorite Christmas song. So gather your little ones and listen to this amazing episode! PLUS!! Patty has pledged to donate $10 for every listen to Sleep in Heavenly Peace between now and Dec. 26th. So share this widely, tell your friends and family, and let's raise some money for children who need a warm bed to sleep in. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patty-deutsche/support

In this Episode The gang discusses their last minute gift shopping practices. Scott's daughter not only calls him old but tells him the Truth about Santa. Sarah had her car towed...but Why? Nick shares some funny stories from Hawaii. Chris brings another top list. And what is the meaning behind the colored loofahs in the Villages? #loofahs #santa #theVillages #adultingTo connect with us, check out our sweet merch or join our Clubhouse and become a friend with benefits, visit our website www.nonewfriendspodcast.com. Please support our sponsors. Sandpiper Vacations (tell them that the No New Friends Podcast Sent you) www.sandpipervacations.com, i Believe Services www.ibelieveservice.us, Night Watchman Ghost Tours. www.seeamericatours.net. Use Promo Code NNF for 25% discount.. www.manscaped.com use the promo code NNF for 20% off. Check out our website for more No New Friends Podcast exclusive deals. https://newsly.me/ and the promo code N0NEWFR1ENDS.

On this episode of Our American Stories, here's Roger Latham from Fort Worth, Texas, telling us a Christmas story he's titled, “The Real Santa.” Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

St Nicholas was a Greek bishop, known for his generosity. But he didn't have a beard, and he didn't drive a sleigh - so how did he morph into the Santa Claus the world knows and loves? The supposed date of his death - 3rd December, 343 - may have a lot to do with it… Then there's the miracles. In the most famous story associated with St Nick, he anonymously leaves some gold coins in the house of a poor family to give the daughters a dowry and swerve them away from sex work, which is how he became the patron saint of pawnbrokers and prostitutes. Ho Ho Ho! In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly explain how this austere-looking bald man from Turkey merged with the European traditions of Father Christmas; consider why the spread of Protestantism curiously helped St Nick stick out from his saintly brethren; and explain why his leaky corpse has a lot to answer for…   Further Reading: • ‘The History of How St. Nicholas Became Santa Claus' (National Geographic, 2018): https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/131219-santa-claus-origin-history-christmas-facts-st-nicholas?loggedin=true&rnd=1699449547934 • ‘Saint Nicholas' (The Guardian, 2004): https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2004/dec/24/christmas.religion • ‘The Real Saint Nick Is a Far Cry From the Santa We Know' (NBC Nightly News, 2015): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OP5K0msxIqg Love the show? Join

Matthew and Neil are back with their regular guest, owner and operator of CCW, and  BRCW partner, Nelio Cuomo Costa. Matt, Neil and Nelio discuss what they did during the Holidays and if Santa Claus exists.  With Wrestlemania season right around the corner, they talk about main event possibilities. Will it be Roman vs Rock? Roman vs Sami? Roman vs Cody? Nooooooo! Matt thinks something different this year… Roman vs Brock! Speaking of Roman, Matt tells us about his love for the Samoan family and that he actually owns the official Hall of Fame ring that was presented to Yokozuna at the 2012 WWE Hall of fame ceremony. There is a big wrestling event South Florida this weekend as CCW presents the two year anniversary of Bash tab the Brew featuring a Steel cage championship match between CCW champion Ariel Levy vs his long tome friend now rival Vinicious.   We hear at the Matthew Mania Podcast wish the best of luck to Ariel.  All of this, plus they break down the card for the next Boca Raton Championship Wresting show, Cruisin' for a Bruisin' happening on Tuesday, January 31, 2023.   2200 Yamato Road in Boca Raton.   BRCW Presents: Cruisin' for a Bruisin.'  Tickets available at www.BocaRatonWrestling.com Thanks for joining us on the Matthew Mania Podcast!  And check out our other Podcasts: https://www.matthewmania.com/podcasts Shop Matthew Mania:   https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/matthewmania Brought to you by: Matthew H. Maschler, Esq. Real Estate Broker (561) 208-3334 Matt@RealEstateFinder.com www.RealEstateFinder.com 6699 North Federal Highway, Suite 103 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Member of the Palm Beach Board of REALTORS®, the Miami Association of REALTORS®, the Naples Areas Board of REALTORS®, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and R-World Broward, Palm Beaches, and St Lucie REALTORS®. Help Israel Now! All support goes Straight to Israel's Soldiers www.yasharlachayal.org  Learn how to support our efforts to provide housing in Haiti http://www.frank-mckinney.com/caring-house-project Ask about joining the Signature team!    Learn more about the Signature Real Estate Companies and why you should join South Florida's real estate industry leaders, Ranked #1 in Boca Raton, #25 in Florida and #336 in the Nation. www.SignatureRecruiter.com Offices in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Coral Springs / Parkland, Ft Lauderdale, Miami, Naples, Palm Beach, Orlando and throughout Florida. And be sure to check out www.BocaRatonWrestling.com

On this episode of Our American Stories, here's Roger Latham from Fort Worth, Texas, telling us a Christmas story he's titled, “The Real Santa.” Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's not Christmas without Santa! But what does Santa truly look like? Does he match the figurines on the mantel, or the faces on our favorite holiday sweaters? Does he look like you or like me? Find out in this joyous and cozy celebration of family, representation, and holiday spirit! Destined to be a new classic, and perfect for any child looking to see some of themself in Santa Claus. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/avant-garde-books/support

This week, Odd Pittsburgh and I sit down to give you the absolute most perfect Christmas Special you could ever want. We are talking about the meaning of Christmas, the history of Christmas in the city, some of our favorite memories, the REAL Santa of Pittsburgh, and so much more. A perfect episode to a great year! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Thanks for listening! - WWW.ILLCALLYOURIGHTBACK.COM - Follow us on Instagram - illcallyourightback Follow us on Twitter - ICYRBpodcast Like us on Facebook - I'll Call You Right Back Podcast

Listen to today's Laugh Again with Phil Callaway, "The Real Santa." Enjoy!

Brian & Eric dive into one of the strangest corners of the paranormal they've encountered yet: People who claim that they have seen Santa Claus!

We've seen the movies, read the stories and heard the songs…but as adults we all know Santa isn't real. But not all of us. On this episode of Cult Talks: Conspiracy! Encounters hear accounts of real people seeing who or what they believe to be Santa Claus! #QuestionEverything #JoinTheTalk for A Very Cult Talk Christmas - a whole week of Christmas-themed content from all the Cult Talk Net shows and exclusive content at YouTube.com/CultTalkNetMake sure to follow @CultTalkNet on Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook for more content!Support the showMake sure to follow @CultTalkNet on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube for more Groovy content!Check out Cult of Campbell every other Monday for a groovy dose of Bruce Campbell!#QuestionEverything every other Tuesday with Cult Talks: Conspiracy! where we dive deep into the dark corners of the fringe. Explore the vast worlds of Fantasy and Sci-Fi with our long-form exploration podcast, Cult of Lore! You can find FULL videos of Cult of Lore as well at youtube.com/CultTalkNet.#JoinTheTalk

We are excited to kick off the Real Friends Podcast season two with none other than Jolly Old' Saint Nick. In this episode, Santa shares stories that will make you laugh and cry and remind you of Christmas's true meaning. He was so kind to answer questions from Real Life kids. This is a great episode for both children and adults. Enjoy!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Support the showFacebook | Website

On this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' Scott and Lauren share a second sneak peek at the real Santa Claus…who flies undercover as ‘Ed Taylor,' ‘Santa Ed,' ‘That Santa Guy' or, as Rob Dyrdek called him, “the greatest Santa in the history of Santas!” An actor, entrepreneur and founder of the Worldwide Santa Claus Network, the real Santa shares how he stays mentally and physically fit, he doles out some Christmas secrets, and reveals a special gift Oxygen Plus and Santa are giving together to better our world – all on this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.' Follow Santa Ed on Social: https://www.instagram.com/thatsantaguy/ https://www.facebook.com/ThatSantaGuy/ https://www.youtube.com/thatsantaguy https://twitter.com/thatsantaguy1 ABOUT 'SANTA ED' TAYLOR:Hollywood's ‘go-to' Santa Claus, Ed Taylor – also known as ‘Santa Ed' or ‘That Santa Guy,' spreads the Christmas spirit on TV shows like Jimmy Kimmel, The Doctors, Steve Harvey, Ridiculousness and is featured in commercials such as Chrysler, Reddi Whip and Kohl's. Offering personal in-person or online visits, Santa Ed also makes over 100 personal appearances a year, lifting families spirits and heightening holiday parties for universities, a U.S. Embassy, Mattel Toys, Facebook, Paramount Pictures, the L.A. Lakers and Nickelodeon. Credited as ‘the greatest Santa in the history of Santas,' by Rob Dyrdek, host of MTV's ‘Ridiculousness,' Ed Taylor pioneered and runs a unique Santa School and networking platform for St. Nick's called the ‘Worldwide Santa Claus Network.' The Conservatory is the only one of its kind, offering online training year-round to more than 5,000 Santas and Mrs. Clauses worldwide. A master marketer and portrayer of Santa Claus, Ed Taylor teaches hundreds of “Claus portrayal” artists learn how to become extraordinary at providing virtual visits for families and business. Spreading good will and heart with every online view or in-person appearance, Santa Ed feels fortunate to have his wife, Lori – who is an award-winning artist, website developer, and occasional ‘Mrs. Claus' – on his team as he helps make Christmas moments filled with joy and memorable for many.  Learn more:  https://santaed.com/ed-taylor-wikipedia-santa-claus/  Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

On this episode of Our American Stories, here's Roger Latham from Fort Worth, Texas, telling us a Christmas story he's titled, “The Real Santa.” Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He is the real person behind the legend of Santa Claus. He worked miracles to take care of the poor in his city. He rescued innocent people from the death penalty. Who is he? Find out more on "Heroes of the Faith" where we are inspired by the lives of the saints, so that we can become saints ourselves!

As the holiday season approaches, the New York Times best-selling author Nancy Redd returns to catch us up on what's going on in her life. When Nancy last joined Carol on the podcast, her bestselling children's book Bedtime Bonnet was taking off and she was helping her son August and her daughter Rupali manage school and extracurriculars online. Now, Nancy has a new book out, The Real Santa, which takes readers on an adventure with a young Black boy eager to find out what Santa really looks like, and Rupali has landed a leading role in the Disney+ series, “The Santa Clauses”. Nancy describes how she has supported both of her children's newfound love for acting while not dimming her own light as a writer, journalist, and host. Her family has a deep love for the Christmas holidays and whether or not you celebrate the holiday season, our conversation will lift your spirits and inspire you to enter the New Year with renewed focus and motivation to achieve whatever you set your sights on.  Follow us at @GroundControlParenting and on www.groundcontrolparenting.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since we haven't been on a plane for years, we decided to catch up today with our close family friends who have just returned from a European adventure! Listen as 5 year old legend, Ophelia, and her rockstar mum, Kate, describe their travels through Spain, Italy & Finland (where they met the REAL Santa and went sled riding with huskies!). For anyone with travel fever, this episode will whisk you across the oceans and into a winter wonderland sprinkled with a bit of sunny Spain!

Whether or not you believe in Jolly Old St. Nick or not, you should learn about the real saint that inspired the larger-than-life version seen in movies and TV. Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus! And William Federer, ace historian, and encyclopedia on everything Christmas explains why Christianity is behind pretty much every tradition celebrated around December the 25th.  On this episode of Lighthouse Faith podcast, Federer explains how the real St. Nicholas, the 3rd century bishop, influenced centuries of Christmas gift giving and gratitude surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ. He also explains how St. Nicholas got a makeover in every country where his story was told. Santa Claus, Kris Kringle, Father Christmas.... are all different personifications of St. Nicholas of Bari.

On the twelfth day of Minute Women Christmas, Linnea and Grace gave to me... an airplane full of candy!Merry Christmas! Way up north, there is a jolly man who flied through the sky dropping presents to excited children on Christmas Day. Only this year, he is taking a break. No, it's not Santa Claus: it's 76-year-old bush pilot Johnny May!Thank you for joining us for the Minute Women 12 Days of Christmas! Make sure you rate and review the podcast and visit our website: minutewomenpodcast.ca

On this episode of Our American Stories, Roger Latham from Fort Worth, Texas, tells us a Christmas story he's titled, “The Real Santa”; Lee Mendelson tells the story of how A Charlie Brown Christmas was created; Stephen Follows, an established data researcher in the film industry, wrote the widely circulated answer to whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Time Codes: 00:00 - Roger Latham on Santa Claus 10:00 - How "A Charlie Brown Christmas" Came to Be 23:00 - Is Die Hard A Christmas Movie? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Christmas! Let's talk about Santa Claus. From badass baby to philanthropist and savior of children, and more--interesting--encarnations of Father Christmas. We also share a bit about how we celebrated Christmas, so join us and tell us what your holiday traditions are like!And why do hispanic kids open their presents way before others? So much to talk about!Please SUBSCRIBE and Rate!EMAIL: itgotweird.podcast@gmail.comINSTAGRAM : itgotweird.podcast------https://www.patreon.com/itgotweirdpodhttps://ko-fi.com/itgotweirdpodcasthttps://redcircle.com/shows/and-then-it-got-weird 

This week, Shark Tank contestant and HireSanta CEO - Mitch Allen - joins the share his experience on Shark Tank when he had to prove the efficacy and potential of his new small business endeavor.This episode will share key decision-making strategies to sell yourself and your small business to those who challenge your efficacy in the real world. Strategies such as controlling the room, appealing to a specific audience, and using a creative perspective to sell your ideas.Would you go onto Shark Tank? Tune in as Mitch Allen shares his reasons why he did.ABOUT MITCH ALLENMitch's Appearance on Shark Tank: https://www.hiresanta.com/shark-tank/HireSanta's Website: https://www.hiresanta.com/Mitch's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BestHireSantaMitch's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchell-allen-45b54a5/Mitch's Instagram: @hiresantaMitch's Book, “A Survival Guide to Debt”: https://books.google.com/books/about/A_Survival_Guide_to_Debt.html?id=RujUY1D1h9gC Mitch Allen, Santa Claus, and Mrs. Claus, along with some of Santa's Helpers recently appeared on ABC's Shark Tank Season 10 Episode 12, December 2, 2018 (episode 1012) to showcase HireSanta and to try to make a deal with one of the Sharks! Mitch dress as an elf pitched his company HireSanta, the best place to find and hire Santa to the Sharks: Mark, Barbra, Kevin (Mr. Wonderful), Lori, and Daymond. The Real Santa and Mrs. Claus along with many of their Santa friends helped bring the episode to life and the room was full of Christmas spirit! CONNECT WITH USInstagram: @decidedlypodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/decidedlypodcastShawn's Instagram: @ampadvisorSanger's Instagram: @sangersmithMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE“Never Split the Difference” by Chris Voss: https://www.amazon.com/Never-Split-Difference-audiobook/dp/B01COR1GM2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=15D3VL7515ZT5&keywords=never+split+the+difference&qid=1640141875&sprefix=never+split+the+differenc%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-1Join us every Wednesday for a new episode as we DEFEAT bad decision-making – one episode at a time!

Santa Claus is one of the most prominent symbols in the modern celebration of Christmas and yet he's also one of the most hotly contested. How should Christians interact with the story of Santa? In this episode of Doxological, Pastor Ryan James and Brynn James dive into the historical roots of the Santa Claus story and unearth the actual man behind the sleigh.

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Santa Claus is one of the most prominent symbols in the modern celebration of Christmas and yet he's also one of the most hotly contested. How should Christians interact with the story of Santa? In this episode of Doxological, Pastor Ryan James and Brynn James dive into the historical roots of the Santa Claus story and unearth the actual man behind the sleigh.

HO HO HO! Welcome to Sib Life's first ever Christmas episode featuring a special returning guest, Becky and the siblings cousin, Perlita! They talk about holiday traditions, Santa Clause, and even touch on the do's and don'ts of gift giving. Get ready to dash through the snow in a one-horse open sleigh with the siblings this holiday!

We're well into the holiday season and Christmas is quickly approaching so we meet up along with a guest to discuss holiday traditions, good vs bad gifts, and what we're most looking forward to this holiday season. Listen in to a blended holiday conversation.

Stories to put you in the Christmas spirit.

Drew you hear what I hear? It's another Mystery to Me episode about Nancy Drew, just in time for the holiday season! "Will the Real Santa Claus...?" aired just shy of Christmas Eve, on December 18, 1977. It's the twelfth episode of the second season of the The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries. But there are no twelve drummers drumming in sight! No, just Pamela Sue Martin playing our favorite Yuletide sleuth Nancy Drew. In this episode, Santa Claus goes on the run after witnessing a drug deal. Hitmen are after old St. Nick, and his reindeer and elves are nowhere to found! Nancy's the only one who can save the day in this holly jolly hot mess of a show. There's also a terrifying burglary sub-plot. And special guest star Rick Springfield, as a better, hotter Ned Nickerson! Listen to Áine and Kevin deck the halls with discussions of nudity, the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, and scary St. Nicks.We recorded this episode in 2020 when we were living in Brooklyn, not yet married, and unfamiliar with the ways of podcasting. Please forgive any early podcast difficulties in our sound or otherwise.Also, happy holidays to all you wonderful listeners from the Mystery to Me team! Follow us on the usual social media suspects:FacebookTwitterInstagramAnd send us your Christmas cards at mysterytomepodcast@gmail.com.Mystery to Me is a production of Mystery Sheet LLC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this merry episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' the real Santa Claus – a.k.a. ‘Ed Taylor' or ‘Santa Ed' – drops into the studio to spread his holiday cheer and share the real deal about being Santa Claus. Seen on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live' and all the holiday commercials where Santa actually looks like Santa, you're about to learn the truth about how to make the holidays meaningful with the Santa portrayal artist Rob Dyrdek, Host of MTV's ‘Ridiculousness,' calls “the greatest Santa in the history of Santas” – all on this special holiday episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.' Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast if you haven't already so you don't get coals in your stocking! (LINK IN BIO

On Episode 9 of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' the real Santa Claus – who goes by ‘Ed Taylor' or ‘Santa Ed' – drops into the studio from the North Pole to spread his holiday cheer and share the real deal about being Santa Claus. A jolly guy with a big heart for kids of all ages, Santa Ed has more than one billion television and social media views as Santa Claus. Seen on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live' and all the holiday commercials where Santa actually looks like Santa, he's known as “the greatest Santa in the history of Santas” and has me convinced, he exists! Available virtually or in-person, Santa Ed is one gift that should be on everybody's Christmas wish list. Spark up your holiday spirit with songs and secret Santa scooties about elves and more – all on this special holiday episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode.About Ed Taylor (“Santa Ed”):Hollywood's ‘go-to' Santa Claus, Ed Taylor – also known as ‘Santa Ed' or ‘That Santa Guy,' spreads the Christmas spirit on TV shows like Jimmy Kimmel, The Doctors, Steve Harvey, Ridiculousness and is featured in commercials such as Chrysler, Reddi Wip and Kohl's. Offering personal in-person or online visits, Santa Ed also makes over 100 personal appearances a year, lifting families spirits and heightening holiday parties for universities, a U.S. Embassy, Mattel Toys, Facebook, Paramount Pictures, the L.A. Lakers and Nickelodeon. Credited as ‘the greatest Santa in the history of Santas,' by Rob Dyrdek, host of MTV's ‘Ridiculousness,' Ed Taylor pioneered and runs a unique Santa School and networking platform for St. Nick's called the ‘Worldwide Santa Claus Network.' The Conservatory is the only one of its kind, offering online training year-round to more than 4,000 Santas and Mrs. Clauses worldwide. A master marketer and portrayer of Santa Claus, Ed Taylor teaches hundreds of “Claus portrayal” artists learn how to become extraordinary at providing virtual visits for families and business. Spreading good will and heart with every online view or in-person appearance, Santa Ed feels fortunate to have his wife, Lori – who is an award-winning artist, website developer, and occasional ‘Mrs. Claus' – on his team as he helps make Christmas moments filled with joy and memorable for many."Santa" Ed Taylor websites:https://santaed.com/ https://edtaylor.com/ https://the-santa-claus-conservatory.com/ https://worldwide-santa-claus-network.com/ Follow "Santa" Ed Taylor:Instagram: @thatsantaguy | https://www.instagram.com/thatsantaguy/Facebook: That Santa Guy - "Santa" Ed Taylor | https://www.facebook.com/ThatSantaGuy/Twitter: @ThatSantaGuy1 | https://twitter.com/thatsantaguy1Featured Artist:Stacy BlueSong: "Christmas Star"Vocals/Writer/PublisherLittle Bleu Clementine

Author Nancy Redd joins Jess and Zerlina on the show to talk about her new children's book "The Real Santa!"

Before he comes to your town, Santa fired up Zoom to talk with us. We talked with professional Santa Howard Graham about the joys and challenges of portraying everyone's favorite guy in red.For more information and to book Howard, you can reach out to him on Facebook and to learn more about the International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas, check out their website. Happy holidays!

Nancy Redd is an award-winning on-air host and bestselling author. Redd, is a frequent guest on top-rated morning talk shows like The Today Show and Good Morning America. The former Miss Virginia is the proud mother of two.

Children are plagued with the question of whether or not there really is a Santa Claus. Does he really exist? The answer, given here, may surprise you. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/positively365/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/positively365/support

Santa Claus is surely one of the most beloved figures of modern times. But did you know that he was perhaps even more beloved long before he acquired a fur-trimmed red suit, a big round belly, and nine flying reindeer to pull his sleigh? Believe it or not, the jolly Old St. Nick we know and love today actually took more than 1,600 years to develop! For many years, one of our family's Christmas traditions has been a retelling of the history behind the colors and symbols of Christmas. Each year we start with the color green and the symbol of the Christmas tree, then we move on to the color red and Santa Claus. Santa really is a fascinating historical tale, one that starts small and then builds and builds and builds! I hope you enjoy learning the story as much as we enjoy rehearsing it each year! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Here are some additional resources for you that can enrich the history of Santa Claus: Patara, birthplace of Nicholas (via Google Maps) St. Nicholas Center: The Story of the Three Daughters Voice of the Martyrs: The Persecution of St. Nicholas BeliefNet: St. Nicholas Resurrects Pickled Boys! The Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore NPR: Why Does Santa Live In The North Pole? Coca-Cola History: Five Things You Never Knew About Santa Claus and Coca-Cola CBC Radio-Canada: The Real Story Behind Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Youtube: “Here Comes Santa Claus” by Gene Autry ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thanks so much for listening to Better Mind, Better Life! I genuinely hope this content helps you improve your life in some way. Now it's your turn to help someone else. Here's how you can do that. Think of the one person you know who would most benefit from listening to this episode today. Now simply share it with them, and consider including an encouraging note explaining why you sent this episode to them specifically. You never know how that one simple act can help someone else have a better life! And please SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW and leave a review. That helps you never miss an episode and it helps me get noticed by others who are searching for new podcasts!

It's a core human desire to be seen and I am thrilled to be joined by author, on-air host and truth-teller Nancy Redd to discuss the importance of REPRESENTATION. Nancy has been slaying taboos and normalizing stories that traditionally exist in the margins for as long as I have known her from her first book, BODY DRAMA, giving real answers about real bodies to real girls (and her follow up, DIET DRAMA), to her highly highly-acclaimed picture book BEDTIME BONNET to her newest picture book, The Real Santa, released in October and currently available everywhere.  The Real Santa is a joyous tale celebrating identity, family and holiday cheer about a Black family's journey to discover what the real Santa looks like. Called "the perfect combination of style and substance" by Essence magazine, Nancy, a former Miss Virginia, holds an honors degree in women's studies from Harvard University. This dynamic woman offers incredible insight into her creative process and the importance of representation in imagery, stories, and media to humanize our vast experiences. You can find more about Nancy at www.nancyredd.com.

Bill Sherck travels with photojournalist Aaron Achtenberg to meet the real Santa Claus in his hometown of Rovaniemi, Finland. Thanks to Kinetico (https://www.kinetico.com/,) North Dakota Tourism - #BeNDLegendary  (https://www.ndtourism.com/,) The Minnesota DNR (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/wmas,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) 

In what may be PPR's favorite client, today we talk to SANTA -- from ItsTheRealSanta.com along with the lovely Hitha Herzog, a top retail reporter + dear friend.

Fr. Ted discusses St. Nicholas.