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The Daily Quiz - Music Today's Questions: Question 1: Which American singer and songwriter released the song 'Hung Up'? Question 2: In what year was Band-Aid's Do They Know It's Christmas the UK Christmas chart-topping record? Question 3: William Bailey Is The Real Name Of Whch Singer? Question 4: Who had a number 1 record in 1963 with Sweets For My Sweet? Question 5: Which artist first recorded 'Where Is My Mind', which was later covered by Tkay Maidza? Question 6: Which song begins with the lyrics: "Marky got with Sharon ; Sharon got Sherice ; She was sharing Sharon's outlook ; On the topic of disease ; Mikey had a facial scar ; And Bobby was a racist ; They were all in love with dyin' ; They were doing it in Texas..."? Question 7: Which composer created the music for Star Wars? Question 8: Which song begins with the lyrics: "The world is a vampire..."? Question 9: Which American rock band released the song 'People Are Strange'? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

International Women's Day is right around the corner, and in this episode, women are taking the mic! Uh, a few women, anyway. Performing a pretty specific sub-category of songs. And they are all from the same one country. Regardless!! First, by request, we listen to "Merry Christmas Everybody", a cover of Slade's Christmas hit performed by Sohodolls. We pair it with another woman vocalist covering another UK Christmas #1 song, "Merry Christmas Everyone" performed by Rae Morris and Lucy Rose. The ranking music in this episode is "Punk Rock Christmas" as performed by Majorettes. Thank you to CJ for requesting "Merry Christmas Everybody" by Sohodolls!

"The people you work with are people you were just thrown together with. You don't know them. It wasn't your choice. Yet you spend more time with them than you do friends or family.But probably all you've got in common is that you walk on the same bit of carpet for eight hours a day. And so, obviously, when someone comes in who you have a connection with…Yeah. Dawn was a ray of sunshine in my life and it meant a lot. But if I'm really being honest, I never thought it would have a happy ending. I don't know what a happy ending is. Life isn't about endings, is it? It's a series of moments” This week we conclude our UK Office rewatch with a deep dive on the Christmas Special! We check in on our favourite characters, with David on the road, Gareth in the boss's chair, and Dawn and Lee in Florida. We follow their storylines all the way to the crescendo at the Christmas Party to see what happens with Tim and Dawn, and to see if David can finally get a laugh or find some luck in love. And along the way we cover all of the celebrity appearances, Secret Santas, and Austin Powers costumes that go into the episode. Then in the Conference Room we do a quick post-Christmas Ordinary Things segment to check in on Edwin's time in Portland and Alex and Sean's babies first Christmases. And then to close the show we do a quick round of BBC Office Trivia sent in by a friend of the pod in the UK!  Support our show and become a member of Scott's Tots on Patreon! For only $5/month, Tots get ad-free episodes plus exclusive access to our monthly Mailbag episodes where we casually pick through every single message/question/comment we receive. We also have Season 2 of our Ted Lasso podcast Biscuits with the Boss available to our Patrons, as well as our White Lotus Christmas Special, Party Down, and unreleased episodes of this show. Oh, and Tots get access to exclusive channels on our Discord. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Struts Life, we deliver part two of our festive holiday special, recorded live on Gigaverse! Join us as we dive into everything Christmas, from debating the GOAT holiday songs (Wham!'s Last Christmas, anyone?) to reminiscing about hilarious gigs and treasured family traditions. Expect spirited discussions on Frank Sinatra's genius, UK Christmas hits, and the bold suggestion that Nickelback should tackle a holiday single. We even reveal our dream supergroup for a modern-day Do They Know It's Christmas?. Whether you're rocking a dairy milk bar or just getting in the festive mood, this episode is packed with yuletide laughs, trivia, and Struts charm. Tune in, and let's slay—S-L-E-I-G-H—it together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this end-of-year wrap-up episode of Spotlight Chewing, host Holly and co-host Steve reflect on their podcast journey, discuss the unique aspects of Christmas in Australia compared to the UK, and share personal highlights and literary discoveries from the past year. Guests Tim and Charlie contribute their experiences and favorite reads, culminating in a light-hearted discussion about condiments and their pairing with books. In this engaging conversation, the speakers explore the importance of community in literature, share their predictions for future literary trends, discuss personal growth and overcoming imposter syndrome, and highlight emerging indie authors to watch in the coming year. The discussion is filled with warmth, humor, and insightful reflections on the literary world. In this lively conversation, the hosts delve into the cultural phenomenon of Christmas music, particularly the enduring popularity of Mariah Carey's holiday classic. They explore alternative Christmas songs that offer a refreshing break from the mainstream, sharing personal favorites and discussing the impact of holiday music on their festive spirit. As the discussion shifts towards future aspirations, the hosts reflect on their plans for 2025, including creative projects and community involvement. They conclude by highlighting the importance of support within the writing community, expressing gratitude for the connections and collaborations that have enriched their experiences throughout the year.Find Holly: https://www.hltinsley.co.uk/aboutFind Tim: https://www.timhardieauthor.co.uk/Find Charlie: https://twitter.com/CharlieCavendi4Chapters00:00Introduction and Year Reflection02:49Aussie Christmas vs. UK Christmas12:14Highlights of the Year: Personal and Literary Discoveries16:09Tim's Year in Review: Closing and New Beginnings21:50The Power of Community in Literature25:02Predictions for Future Literary Trends32:22Personal Growth and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome38:07Spotlight on Emerging Indie Authors48:17The Mariah Carey Effect: Christmas Music Debate55:50Alternative Christmas Songs: A Musical Exploration01:00:40Looking Ahead: Plans and Aspirations for 202501:03:29Community Highlights: Acknowledging Support and CollaborationSend us a textSupport the showPageChewing.comPAGECHEWING: Comics & Manga PodcastFilm Chewing PodcastLens Chewing on YouTubeSpeculative Speculations PodcastBuy me a coffeeLinktreeJoin Riverside.fm

Drake sues over the success of “Not Like Us”; Issa Rae thinks she's Richard Branson; Cynthia Erivo's Wicked, PLUS: her British and Black American problems; Luther has a new exhibition; the Jussie Smollett saga finally ends… five years later; Lady Danbury saves UK Christmas and people are mad; The Rock isn't who we thought he was; Michelle (DC) on Broadway; Cousin Day Day resigns; Alex Cross's girlfriend has/makes no damn senseABOUT ME:http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/STAY CONNECTED: IG: demetriallucasTwitter: demetriallucasFB: demetriallucasYouTube: demetriallucasThere's a limited supply available, so head to https://mycuire.com to get your leather care kit today – the best way to make your handbag last forever!This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/RATCHET and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drake sues over the success of “Not Like Us”; Issa Rae thinks she's Richard Branson; Cynthia Erivo's Wicked, PLUS: her British and Black American problems; Luther has a new exhibition; the Jussie Smollett saga finally ends… five years later; Lady Danbury saves UK Christmas and people are mad; The Rock isn't who we thought he was; Michelle (DC) on Broadway; Cousin Day Day resigns; Alex Cross's girlfriend has/makes no damn sense ABOUT ME: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/ STAY CONNECTED:  IG: demetriallucas Twitter: demetriallucas FB: demetriallucas YouTube: demetriallucas There's a limited supply available, so head to https://mycuire.com to get your leather care kit today – the best way to make your handbag last forever! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/RATCHET and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's up, dudes? Duane from Tinsel Tunes is here with me to talk about the 1984 Christmas mega hit “Last Christmas” by Wham! This catchy tune still holds a spot on most terrestrials radio playlists to this day!Wham! soared onto the charts in ‘84 with several memorable pop songs when George Michael dreamed about having a Christmas hit. One day, while watching football, the melody came to him. Of course, he ran upstairs to his room to record it his idea, and by the end of the night, he had written a killer tune!Featuring melodic synths and steady drum machines, the final song competed with Band Aid's “Do They Know It's Christmas?” for the UK Christmas #1. The music video boasts cinematic scenery, and tells the story of a jilted love. Of course, it ultimately lost the battle for #1, but Wham! donated the proceeds to famine relief efforts anyway. Poppy synthesizers? Check. Ugly Christmas jumpers? Got ‘em. Ski resort meet up with your ex and her new boyfriend? Well… so grab your skis, settle in for a cozy Christmas, and jam out to this episode on “Last Christmas!”Tinsel TunesFB: @tinseltunesIG: @tinseltunespodcastTwitter: @TinselTunesPodTownshend LightsGive us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!

The race to see who will make it to number one in the UK Christmas charts has always been a hotly contested battle. But by 2009, Simon Cowell's X Factor winners were the dominant force, with four consecutive wins under their belt. Enter Jon Morter, a social media hellraiser who was out to cause chaos in the charts. Using every social media trick in the book, Jon inspired a movement which toppled the X Factor from its number one spot and catapulted a 1992 Rage Against the Machine single right to the top. Since then, Jon has used the power of social media to achieve more chart success, campaign against the closure of BBC Radio 6 station and influence polls for a popular fast food outlet. In this episode, Jon reveals his secrets behind using social media to influence popular opinion, how his campaigns have got the attention of Foo Fighters front-man Dave Grohl, and his advice on whether brands should be taking more social media risks to achieve content success.

Send us a Text Message.Hello LML GANG hope everyone has had an amazing year & you've been enjoying your holidays so far...THANK YOU SO MUCH for riding with us this year! This is our last episode of the year and we had the most amazing guest THE BEST NIGERIAN CHEF IN THE UK CHEF SIMI IDOWU AJIBODUIn this heart warming conversation, Chef SIA shares the beautiful stories of infusing both Nigerian and British influences into her dishes. We spoke about the unique traditions of Christmas cooking in a Nigerian household all the stress and merriment that comes with it.Beyond the kitchen, we uncover the fascinating journey of Chef SIA, from her beginnings in the corporate world to the realization that her true calling lay in the world of culinary arts. Discover the passion that drives her as she gracefully transitioned from the corporate realm to become THE BEST NIGERIAN CHEF IN THE UK.As a private chef, Chef SIA gives us a glimpse into the intricacies of her craft. We unravel the art of curating close-knit events where she not only serves exquisite dishes but creates an immersive experience for her guests. From intimate gatherings to grand events, Chef SIA discusses the behind-the-scenes magic and challenges that makes each occasion memorable.There are a lot of gems in this episode if you're just looking to hear about a very unique story make sure you tune in and also if you're an aspiring Chef there's a lot to learn from this conversation.Sending everyone best wishes as we go into the New Year have an amazing 2024 everyone.Also you can catch the full episode on YouTube. Click the link below and immerse yourself in another unique Lagos2London story with the extraordinary Chef SIA!Our CHRISTMAS TRIVIA was sponsored by CHAPMANS OF LONDON  adding a taste of Lagos to London living.Make sure you Order your Chapman and experience a bit of Lagos right here in London. Get 10% off on their website using our discount code ''REFRESHWITHLML''https://www.chapmansoflondon.com/products/originalchapmandrink?pr_prod_strat=e5_desc&pr_rec_id=86293c9cb&pr_rec_pid=8317726785826&pr_ref_pid=8788104413474&pr_seq=uniformJOIN THE CONVERSATION!! On our social media pageshttps://www.instagram.com/lagosmeetslondon/ https://twitter.com/LagosMeetsLdnn https://www.tiktok.com/@lagosmeetslondonThis podcast is sponsored by Tasty African Food the number 1 restaurant in London for authentic Nigerian dishes, with multiple outlets spread across the city!! Download the official TASTY AFRICAN FOOD APP on your phone and get 35% off your orders!! Enjoying Tasty African Food is easier than ever with their presence also on Uber Eats. Whether you're craving a delectable plate of Pounded Yam and Egusi soup or the renowned Nigerian Jollof , you can savour the flavours of NIGERIA from the comfort of your own home. Their online app & partnership with Uber Eats ensures that their delicious offerings are just a few clicks away.#lagos #london #christmas #christmasseason #christmascooking #nigerianchef #privatechef #finedining #ikoyilondon #christmasinlagos #lagosmeetslondon  #culinarymagic #cheflife #lifeofachef #lifeofaprivatechef  #africanchef #nigerianfood #nigeriancooking #nigeriansnacks #lecordonbleu #ukculinary #londonfoodies #londonliving #aspiringchef #chapman #lagosfoodies #lagosliving #chapmansoflondon #newyearwishes #newyears #nigeriansindiaspora #nigeriancommunity #jollofrice #friedrice #palmwine #2023wrapup #holidaywishes #newyear2024 #inspiringjourney #inspiringstory #lagospodcast #londonpodcast #motherhood #motherhoodstruggles #metrobooming Support the Show.LAGOS MEETS LONDON ? WAHALA!!

This final episode of the season is my way of saying thanks and having a little recap of what's occurred this year!  I did forget to mention one episode from the list but I've put so many out this week alone, forgive a guy for forgetting! To you all who have joined me on this journey this year! - Thank you! I can't wait to see you all in 2024 with more fun UK Christmas stories and special guests!   Follow me on X, formerly known as Twitter @KristmasTalk  And the Christmas Podcast Network, the best in Christmas Podcasts from around the world ... and me! - https://christmaspodcasts.com/?doing_wp_cron=1703097392.0001029968261718750000   Until next year, take care, bye bye... and Merry Christmas!!

Here is the Christmas charts for 2023, thanks to everyone who has listened all this year and as soon as a new chart is produced I will present this to you, thanks for all your support and hope you also liked the special reports, Happy Christmas and please tune in on Friday because they might be another chart, thanks also to officialcharts.com

As we bring the season to a near close, I wanted to explore some of the best UK authors and their Christmas stories from Charles Dickens to Dr. Seuss and more!  We look at some of the best loved Christmas stories in this short episode, I hope you enjoy!   As always follow me on X, formerly known at Twitter @KristmasTalks  And the Christmas Podcast Network, the best in Christmas podcasts from around the world... and me! - https://christmaspodcasts.com/?doing_wp_cron=1703097392.0001029968261718750000   Until next time, take care, bye bye!

This short, but sweet episode takes focus on Christmas UK songs and asks the question, are they truly depressing? and if so, why? And how do they stack up with our American cousins usual jolly melodies! As always, follow me on X, formerly known as Twitter @ KristmasTalks Also on the Christmas Podcast Network, the best in Christmas podcasts from around the world... and me! - https://christmaspodcasts.com/?doing_wp_cron=1703097392.0001029968261718750000   Until next time, take care, bye bye!

This December, our remote team is taking you on a global tour of their very own holiday season traditions. On the seventh day of Podmas, Ginni Media intern and resident Brit Daphne remisces about her granny's Christmas fruitcake and some of her favorite cheese-centric yuletide traditions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we descend into the final week before Christmas I wanted to take a look at the traditional UK Victoria Christmas, a "Dickens" Christmas if you like! - what is it about thee Victoria era that was so special and how did it compare to Edwardian and Tudor times? Check out Brian' episode on the Dickens' Fair - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8NG2BlMO0o Check out the Dickens Fair here - https://dickensfair.com/stage-schedules/ Follow me on X @KristmasTalks  Also on the Christmas Podcast Network, the best in Christmas podcasts from around the world... and me! - https://christmaspodcasts.com/ Until next time, take care, bye bye! 

Winter in the UK is either mild and damp, or cold and windy - and who would want to be outside as a gardener at this time of year - well Saul and Lucy for one, as this time of year is some of the busiest in all the 12 months. While the garden may be slumbering, Head Gardeners and their teams are beavering away on major jobs, garden renovations, cleaning and tidying the years clutter and making plans for 2024. So join us every week to see what we're up to in the cold months in our work and home gardens.It's the episode you've all been waiting for (well at least three of you anyway) - yes the answers to the fiendishly cryptic 200th anniversary quiz - if you didn't enter but still gave it a go a month back see how you've done. Lucy and Saul also talk Poinsettia - a stable of the UK Christmas decorations - but remember its not just a plant for Christmas!Instagram Links:Lucy headgardenerlcTwitter links:Saul @GardeningSaulIntro and Outro music from https://filmmusic.io"Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4Support the show

This episode is all about the Band-Aid Number 1 - "Do They Know It's Christmas Time", written by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure, it reached applause and fame after it's release in November of 1984, and was covered 3 more times with 3 different messages attached over the years; next year celebrating 40 years since it's original release.   I also spoke to Adam from Merry Britsmas about our love for Christmas from the UK, why he decided to create Merry Britsmas and what inspired him. We go through his favourite UK Christmas song and favourite UK Christmas TV special.   You can follow Adam on all platforms @MerryBritsmas As always you can follow me on X, formerly known as Twitter @KristmasTalks, and on the Christmas Podcast Network, the best in Christmas Podcasts around the world ... and me! Until next time, take care, bye bye!

It's Christmas Tournament time & it is an absolute monster! Join us this week as we go through 64 of the best UK Number 1 songs to see which one is the greatest | Catch us on The Grays Taproom 24hr Live Stream for the Kentucky Humane Society on December 9th from 8pm EST https://linktr.ee/GraysTaproomPodcast2 | Follow us on X @waitwhatpodtrio, Instagram @waitwhatpodtrio & on TikTok @thewaitwhatpodcast. All video versions of Idle Chat are on our YouTube channel Wait.. What?! Podcast |

What was Christmas like in the UK in the 90s? What were the bestsellling toys? What were the best stores to visit? And what were the Number 1s during the 90s? Follow me and find out!   Enjoy! Follow me on Twitter/ X @KristmasTalks   Take Car, Bye bye!

In this week's episode, Crouchy, Chris and Notorious sit down and discuss things all man management. Sid's is on hand to disclose some of the special one's unorthodox tactics on how he kept the boys in blue motivated, whilst Peter doesn't pull any punches when it comes to who he felt were lacking in the old dressing room department. Puddings is massive has taken the UK by storm and we hear some of your questionable ideas for Sid's first UK Christmas advert. Also, don't forget to tune in this Friday for the boy's new Friday-podcast-with-no-name (suggestions welcome) and get involved in our new leaderboard. Chumbawamaba. For more banter: Subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFULBvlxNWW8cWsrV6fGrcwFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast #AD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lets talk about Christmas Markets, in particular UK ones! I spoke about the history of Christmas markets  and where they originate from, you can check out Season 1, Episode 9 for all of that if you wish to before delving into this! But I discuss Christmas Markets for 2023!  Follow me on Twitter @KristmasTalks And on the Christmas Podcast Network! The best in Christmas Podcasts from around the world... and me! Take Care, Bye bye

The Daily Quiz - Music Today's Questions: Question 1: Who was the first Beatles drummer? Question 2: Which Vocal Group , Formed In 1954 As The Four Aims, Gave The Motown It's First Ever UK Number 1 Single In 1966 Question 3: What Is Beethoven's Third Symphony Entitled Question 4: Kim Smith Is The Real Name Of Which Singer Question 5: Who keeps a ten bob note up his nose? Question 6: Which group had three consecutive UK Christmas number ones in 1996, 97 and 98? Question 7: Which Lucky Man Spent 7 Weeks In The Charts With Olivia And 16 With Sarah Question 8: Who Had A Number One Hit In 1962 With The Song Telstar? Question 9: Which Country Singer Is Known As "The Coal Miners Daughter" Question 10: From Which City Do The Smiths Hail Question 11: What Did Hot Chocolate Say It Started With In The 1970's Question 12: Which Group Has An Exclusive Range Of Clothing Available Through The K-9 Club This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And so our journey reaches the end of the '80s and the conclusion of Stock Aitken Waterman's most commercially successful year. The final three singles released in 1989 were all top 10 hits, including "Listen To Your Heart" by Sonia, which saw a return to the poppy fare of her debut and caught the attention of comedy duo French & Saunders, who sent up the red-headed teenager in savage style shortly after. The single also featured fan favourite B-side "Better Than Ever", which was previously recorded by Lisa Fabien. We hear the story of Lisa's dreams of success with SAW and what happened to her version. Meanwhile, Jason Donovan capped off a massive year with brand new track "When You Come Back To Me", which was hotly tipped to take out the coveted UK Christmas number 1 spot and came with a music video featuring the entire PWL team, including stylist Sharon McPhilemy and hair stylist Lino Carbosiero, who recall the shoot. Jason and Sonia, along with a who's who of pop music, were also a part of charity ensemble Band Aid II, who remade "Do They It's Christmas?" five years after the original release. Mike Stock talks about updating such a landmark song.Subscribe for bonus material at chartbeats.com.au/sawTwitter: @ChartBeatsAU, @MrMattDenbyInstagram: @chartbeatsauFacebook: Chart Beats: A Journey Through PopEmail: chartbeats.au@gmail.com

As we're in the period between Christmas and New Year, the gap between episodes is going to be longer than normal, and the podcast proper is going to be back on January the ninth. So nobody has to wait around for another fortnight for a new episode, I thought I'd upload some old Patreon bonus episodes to fill the gap. Every year around Christmas the bonus episodes I do tend to be on Christmas songs and so this week I'm uploading three of those. These are older episodes, so don't have the same production values as more recent episodes, and are also shorter than more recent bonuses, but I hope they're still worth listening to. Hello, and welcome to this week's second Patreon bonus episode. I'm recording this on December the twenty-third, so whether you hear this before Christmas is largely down to how quickly we can get the main episode edited and uploaded. Hopefully, this is going up on Christmas Eve and you're all feeling appropriately festive. Normally for the Patreon bonuses in the last week of December I choose a particularly Christmassy record from the time period we're covering in the main podcast -- usually a perennial Christmas hit like something off the Phil Spector Christmas album or the Elvis Christmas album. However, this year we're in the mid sixties, a period when none of the big hits of US or UK Christmas music were released, because it's after the peak of US Christmas music and before the peak of UK Christmas music. There were Christmas albums by people like James Brown, but they weren't major parts of the discography. So today, we're going to have a brief run-through of the Beatles' Christmas records. These were flexi-discs -- which for those of you who are too young to remember them were records pressed on very, very, thin, cheap plastic, which used to be attached to things like kids' comics or cereal boxes as promotional gimmicks -- sent out to members of the group's fan club. In a way, these were the Beatles' very own Patreon bonuses, sent out to fans and supporters, and not essential works, but hopefully interesting and fun. They very rarely had anything like a full song, being mostly made up of sketches and recorded messages, and other than a limited-edition vinyl reissue a few years back they've never been put on general release -- though one song from the discs, "Christmas Time is Here Again", *was* released as a B-side of the CD single of "Free as A Bird" in 1995: [Excerpt: The Beatles, "Christmas Time is Here Again"] Other than that, the Christmas records remain one of those parts of the Beatles catalogue which have never seen a proper widespread release. The first record was made on October the 17th 1963, at the same recording session as "I Want to Hold Your Hand", at the instigation of Tony Barrow, the group's publicist, who also came up with a script for the group to depart from: [Excerpt, the Beatles' first Christmas record] Barrow apparently edited the recording himself, using scissors and tape, and much of that was just taking out the swearing. Incidentally, I've seen some American sources talking about the word "Crimble" being a word that the Beatles made up themselves, but it's actually a fairly standard bit of Scouse slang. The second Christmas record was recorded at the end of the sessions for Beatles For Sale and was much the same kind of thing, though this time they incorporated sound effects: [Excerpt: The Beatles' Second Christmas Record] That was never sent to American fans. Instead, they got a cardboard copy of an edited version of the first record (it's possible to make records out of cardboard, but they can only be played a handful of times). They wouldn't get another Christmas record until 1968, though British fans kept receiving them. The third record sees the group parodying other people's hits, including a brief rendition of "It's the Same Old Song" interrupted by George Harrison saying they can't sing it because of copyright, and an attempt to sing Barry McGuire's "Eve of Destruction" and "Auld Lang Syne" at the same time: [Excerpt: The Beatles' Third Christmas Record] The fourth record, from 1966, was recorded during the early sessions for "Strawberry Fields Forever", and titled "Pantomime: Everywhere It's Christmas". For those outside the UK and its sphere of cultural influence, pantomime is a British Xmas stage tradition which is very hard to explain if you've not experienced it, involving performances that are ostensibly of fairy stories like Cinderella or Snow White, but also usually involving drag performances -- the male lead is usually played by a young woman, while there's usually an old woman character played by a man in drag -- with audience participation, songs, and old jokes of the "I do declare, the Prince's balls get bigger every year!" type. As the title suggests, then, the 1966 Christmas record is an attempt at an actual narrative of sorts, though a surreal, incoherent one. It comes across very much like the Goon show -- though like one of the later episodes where Milligan has lost all sense of narrative coherence: [Excerpt: The Beatles, "Pantomime: Everywhere It's Christmas"] it's probably the best of the group's Christmas efforts, and certainly the most fully realised to this point. The 1967 Christmas record, "Christmas Time is Here Again", is even more ambitious. It's another narrative, which sees the group playing a fictitious group called the Ravellers, auditioning for the BBC: [Excerpt: The Beatles, "Christmas Time is Here Again"] It also features parodies of broadcasting formats, which I've seen a few people suggest were inspired by the Bonzo Dog Band's then-recent Craig Torso Show radio performances, but which seem to me more indicative just of a general shared sense of humour: [Excerpt: The Beatles, "Christmas Time is Here Again"] But that record has become most famous for having one of the closest things on any of these records to a full song, the title track "Christmas Time is Here Again": [Excerpt: The Beatles, "Christmas Time is Here Again"] As well as later being issued as the B-side of a CD single, that was also remade by Ringo as a solo record: [Excerpt: Ringo Starr, "Christmas Time is Here Again"] Although my favourite use of the song is actually as an interpolation, with slightly altered lyrics, in "Xmas Again" by Stew of the Negro Problem, one of my favourite current songwriters: [Excerpt: Stew, "Xmas Again"] "Christmas Time is Here Again" would be the last Christmas record the group would make together. For their final two Christmas releases, they recorded their parts separately and got their friend, the DJ Kenny Everett, who was known at this point for his tricks with tape editing, and who shared their sense of humour (he later went on to become a successful TV comedian) to collage them together into something listenable. The highlight of the 1968 record comes from George's contribution. George, a lover of the ukulele, got Tiny Tim to record his version of "Nowhere Man" for the record: [Excerpt: Tiny Tim, "Nowhere Man"] And for the seventh and final Christmas single, recorded after the group had split up but before the split was announced, Everett once again cobbled it together from separate recordings, this time a chat between John and Yoko, Ringo improvising a song and plugging his new film, and Paul singing an original Christmas song: [Excerpt: Paul McCartney, "Merry, Merry, Year"] George's contribution was a single sentence. In 1970, the fan club members got one final record -- an actual vinyl album, compiling all the previous Christmas records in one place. All the Beatles would in future record solo Christmas singles, some of which became perennial classics, but there would never be another Beatles Christmas record [Excerpt, the end of the third Beatles Christmas record]

On The Alfred Daily Today: Alfred meets people who can't dine with friends and family because they work to serve the community Christmas greetings and messages from local Parish Council chairmen How tough is it having a birthday on the 25th of December? A Shaftesbury 14-year-old shares her thoughts. Claire Ryley imagines Christmas dinner at Shaftesbury Abbey in 1392 You'll hear what Italians are tucking into as we join St James' man Andy Perkins in Venice Meet the most deserving winner in our' Gift for a Lift' competition from Elite Garages Shaftesbury - It's an incredible story of friendship and kindness. A Christmas story from Shaftesbury writer Jenny Parker Thoughts for Christmas Day from the Bishop of Sherborne, Karen Gorham. Visitors from California share their thoughts on Shaftesbury and UK Christmas

Thankfully I was able to present the full UK Christmas chart before the entire site went down sorry for the short chart run down but nothing I could do, happy Christmas

George Elek is joined by Ed Quigley and Danny Archer who calls in from sunny Morocco to preview the UK Christmas racing schedule from Kempton.The guys take a look at both the 26th and 27th, as well as a look at the Welsh Grand National from Chepstow and a brief look at the action from Leopardstown in Ireland.The King George takes centre stage as ever at Kempton with Bravemansgame and L'Homme Presse at the top of the market with the former current favourite at a best price of 15/8 but as short as 13/8 in places. Hitman is another in the field who takes Ed's eye as Paul Nicholls looks to win the race for a record 13th time, lining up with Bravemansgame and Frodon also to complete his treble.After being abandoned due to frozen ground last week, the Long walk Hurdle was added to Kempton's card. Champ and Paisley Park retain favouritism with the former looking to go back-to-back having won it last year. Both Danny and Ed have their reservations and are looking elsewhere for this one. McFabulous is the favourite to land the Kauto Star Novices' Chase next up and now into 11/10 having been as big as 13/8.The Christmas Hurdle gives us another chance to see the brilliant Consitution Hill in action as he takes on Epatante once more. The question in this one is how many will line up on the day itself with ten entered at present. The final race on the card at Kempton is the Ladbrokes Handicap Hurdle with Danny Archer very keen on Theatre Glory.Over at Chepstow on Tuesday meanwhile, Ed has his best bet of the festive period in the Welsh Grand National. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy HOLIDAYS to our lovely listeners! Join us for a wild ride through the list of UK Christmas number one singles with a much longer convo about Westlife than anyone was expecting. You're Welcome As always please send your feedback to;Insta: @urwelcomeamericaTwitter: @urwelcomeUSAEmail: UrWelcomeAmericaPodcast@gmail.com

In this bonus episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Kunt from Kunt and the Gang (@kuntandthegang)Kunt and the Gang is a British dark musical comedian from Basildon, Essex, who started performing in 2003. He is also known for founding the spin-off project The Kunts, whose songs entitled "Boris Johnson Is a Fucking Cunt" and "Boris Johnson Is Still a Fucking Cunt" both reached number five in the UK Singles Chart for Christmas 2020 and 2021.Their 2022 Xmas hit is FUCK THE TORIESTo get a song called Fuck The T*ries to number 1 in the UK Christmas chart.When is Fuck The T*ries released?Friday 16th December. Sales close at midnight on 22nd Dec for the chart on Friday 23rd.When can I hear it?Really soon! We are just finishing the video and getting the remixes together.What can I do to be most effective?1. Sign up for the mailing list. We won't pester you lots, just with essential info. Social media algorithms stop you seeing our posts.2. Activate notifications for our Facebook / Twitter / Instagram. The hardest thing for us is to beat the algorithms and get the information out to people so every time you share or post it really helps.3. DOWNLOAD - STREAM - SHAREa. Download as many of the different versions as you can - each counts as 1 sale. (Links to follow soon)b. Stream our carefully curated playlists on a premium streaming account. (Links to follow soon)c. Keep sharing, commenting and spreading the word before and throughout the week of release on your socials and WhatsApp (try and include www.theconservatives.info every time you post).We realise times are hard and not everyone will be able to afford to do everything so anything you can manage is greatly appreciated and does make a difference.TO MAKE 'FUCK THE TORIES' Xmas #1 go to: https://theconservatives.info/To Support this podcast from as little as £3 per month: www.patreon/ministryofartsIf you would like to promote your work, exhibition or any other creative project, please contact us at:Social Media: @ministryofartsorgEmail: ministryofartsorg@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

British Christmas desserts seem to have one thing in common - dried fruit. So what do we as Americans think of the dried fruit combo in these holiday desserts?We give some of the common UK Christmas desserts a try from Christmas pudding to minced pies and we give our honest opinion. (Spoiler alert: we may not be fans of some of the options).

Kim Malcolm, Director of Product Marketing at Zappi and advertising research legend, shares what this year's top UK Christmas ads are based on her recent research, the five key elements that make them so effective (and why it's so critical to win) as well as the influence of the recession on consumer responses. For more on her advertising research, check out this content.

Check out some of our favorite moments from Real FM Radio this past week! We're talking about the realities of the holiday season, a cheesy lawsuit, canned UK Christmas dinner, an inflatable Rudolf's untimely end, and how failure can be a valuable teacher...

It's that thanking-time holiday in the United States, and so we're expressing our gratitude for our long-time listeners - by covering a repeat requester's request! Long-time listener Liam brings us two UK Christmas #1s from the 1980s, the somewhat perplexing "Mistletoe and Wine" by Cliff Richard and the more straightforwardly fun "Merry Christmas Everyone" by Shakin' Stevens. The ranking music in this episode is "Burn the Witch" by Radiohead, for reasons. Thank you to Liam for these requests!

In 2022 Aldi bounced back into the Global Top 100 Brands, having increased its value by 20% to $21bn. Aldi had the most effective UK Christmas ad last year and in is one of six brands to be nominated for Marketing Week's UK brand of the year. Aldi is on the verge of taking over from Morrisons as the UK's fourth biggest supermarket, it's growth being far ahead of everyone else in a category that saw all but Tesco lose their share of wallet in the 12 weeks to July 10. Effective communications is one of the key pillars underpinning Aldi's growth in the UK. In this podcast Jamie Peate, McCann's UK head of Effectiveness and MWGs Global Head of Retail Strategy, talks about how McCann Manchester and Aldi have a shared effectiveness culture and ways of working that leads to the creation of entertaining and distinctive brand centric communications that solve business challenges and play a key role in propelling Aldi's growth.

Our journey reaches the end of 1987 with Stock Aitken Waterman's bid for the UK Christmas number 1 slot: a double A-side release from Rick Astley that combined his cover of "When I Fall In Love" with a brand new song, "My Arms Keep Missing You". We explain the factors that prevented the single from taking out top honours that year. Plus, it was the end of an era for Bananarama as the original line-up's final single together, "I Can't Help It", was released. Phil Harding and Karen Hewitt share their memories of Siobhan Fahey's time in the group. Sinitta released her latest pop tune, "G.T.O", but she explains why she wasn't that thrilled about the song's subject matter. Meanwhile, SAW worked with DJ Steve Walsh on "Let's Get Together Tonite" and released their own follow-up to "Roadblock" called "Packjammed (With The Party Posse)". 

John Paul Joans - Got To Get Together Now (1970)  John Davidge was a politically motivated and confrontational stand-up comedian In 1970, he made a record for the UK Christmas market. His manager arranged for Eric Stewart, Lol Creme, and Kevin Godley (later of 10CC) to write the song with him. It was "Man From Nazareth" with the flip side "Got To Get Together Now".  Both were recorded at Strawberry Studios and released on Mickie Most's RAK label. The song was tipped as a 1970 Xmas #1 but lost its momentum because the other John Paul Jones objected, necessitating that all the records be recalled, destroyed, and reprinted! The song peaked at No. 25 in January 1971 after a belated post-Xmas Top of The Pops performance. A selection from Andrea True's Europe-only third album War Machine (1980)  Open Up Baby/Hootchie Kootchie Floozies/War Machine Babatunde Olatunji - Soul Makossa (1973) Originally recorded by Manu Dibango, and borrowed for Michael Jackson's "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough." Earth and Fire - Memories (1972) Earth and Fire - 21st Century Show (1970) Earth and Fire - Circus (1975) Serge Gainsbourg -  Joanna (1965)  OST from the film "ComeTogether" - ComeTogether/Get Together (1971)  Something Weird: Come Together is one of those great, unique, hard-to-categorize European films that would best be described as a slice of life from the "free love" hippie generation. TONY ANTHONY plays Tony, a free-wheeling American stuntman working in Italian films, who tries to pick up two swinging American tourists, Lisa (LUCIANA PALUZZI) and Ann (ROSEMARY DEXTER). His persistence pays off and he gives them a tour of Rome in his new sports car. As the trio develop a friendship, we find that Ann is still suffering stress from an abortion, and Lisa was recently involved in a messy affair with an older married man. Tony has his own mental baggage: he was the only survivor when his unit was massacred in Vietnam. All three are searching for an intimate relationship. Tony is hired to play a Mexican bandit in a spaghetti western in Spain -- fans of the genre won't want to miss these scenes -- and finds himself missing the two girls. When he returns, the three take a trip to Pompeii, get turned on by the ancient erotic paintings (not an easy thing to do) and plunge into a ménage à trois. However, Tony is pretty freaked out by this and drives off to sort things out. It doesn't take him long to return and accept the relationship for what it is. It all comes to a head with a jaw-dropping out-of-left-field ending that would never fly with today's test audiences... Mr. Anthony, "best known" [quotes mine] for his spaghetti western Stranger character (Stranger in Town), is hilarious (sometimes unintentionally) and his '60s voice-over philosophy is a hoot. He's also a real fashion casualty of the times in his floppy hippie hat and Mickey Mouse denim jacket. A standout scene shows him as a gigolo in bed with a whacked-out client, lots of poodles, and a vibrator. Gorgeous Luciana Paluzzi is best known as James Bond's love interest in Thunderball. Hardcore Beatles fanatics should be alerted that the soundtrack for Come Together was released on Apple Records. Co-director SAUL SWIMMER was also involved with Let It Be, and Ringo Starr and Tony Anthony starred together in Blindman.  Justin Hayward and John Lodge - Blue Guitar (1975) With 10CC.  John Lodge - Street Cafe (1980)  Robert Lamm - Song for Richard and His Friends (2006?)  Robert Lamm - Temporary Jones (1974) The Four Seasons - Silver Star (live) (1980)  Laura Brannigan - Deep In The Dark (1983)  Dave Clark 5 - Children (197?)  The Osmond Brothers - Flower Music (1967)  Firyuza - Native land (1979) The Searchers - Love Potion #9 (1975) A pointless reinvention.  The Residents - Bach Is Dead (first version) (197?) Robert Lamm - A Lifetime We (1974) 

In this episode, our trainer Oliver, talks about how people celebrate Christmas in the UK and how it is different from Russian New Year celebrations! Sign up to our January Watch Party: https://fluentrussia.ru/new/the-russia-house/ Our courses: https://frsolutions.ru/programmyi-obucheniya/kommunikativnyie-navyiki/effective-digital-communications.html

Host George Elek is joined by oddschecker's Andy Holding and broadcaster and journalist Ed Quigley to preview a packed schedule of festive UK racing.Our experts focus on Boxing Day at Kempton, including the King George VI Chase. Andy and Ed pick through the Christmas cards at Kempton and also give their thoughts on the Welsh Grand National at Chepstow.George also speaks to 888sport ambassador and legendary jockey Barry Geraghty, finding out his thoughts on the UK Christmas racing. George asks for the inside track on Jonbon, while also finding out about Christmas Hurdle favourite Epatante. Brought to you by oddschecker and 888sport. 18+ BeGambleAware.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode I discuss the UK Christmas Numbers 1s - the first year they started and where they have taken us since that day.  With influence's up to reality TV talent shows taking recent top spots; this year feels like a more traditional one. Here is a link to Merry Christmas - Ed Sheeran & Elton John - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_yuO8UNGmY Also check out Adam's episode on Fairytale of New York - https://merrybritsmas.podbean.com/e/merry-britsmas-25-fairytale-of-a-doctor-who-new-york-christmas/ And check out Gerry D's episode, also on Fairytale of New York - https://totallyradchristmas.buzzsprout.com/840331/9683374-ep-105-the-pogues-fairytale-of-new-york-w-anthony-caruso Follow me on twitter - @KristmasTalks

Is it Merry Christmas or Happy Christmas? Santa Claus or Father Christmas?

On this episode, as we close in on Christmas Day; I talk about a personal favourite tradition; the Christmas lights - in the UK specifically. Where it first came from; what street adopted it first and how the tradition and history has grown ever since! - Hope you enjoy this one. Don't forget to follow me on twitter - @KristmasTalks

Dom, Hannah and Matt get together to bring some festive cheer from the plague island that is the UK.  We discuss the genuinely positive news regarding progress on the A's plans to build a new ballpark in Oakland. Also, there are a couple of quizzes and a bit of Secret Santa.

From the BBC World Service: The U.K. government is under pressure over tighter coronavirus restrictions including mandatory mask-wearing and so-called vaccine passports. A group of friends from the beauty industry are looking to challenge colourism within the South Asian community. A study finds that you don’t need to be exceptionally clever to pursue careers in rocket science or brain surgery.

From the BBC World Service: The U.K. government is under pressure over tighter coronavirus restrictions including mandatory mask-wearing and so-called vaccine passports. A group of friends from the beauty industry are looking to challenge colourism within the South Asian community. A study finds that you don’t need to be exceptionally clever to pursue careers in rocket science or brain surgery.

Patrick Collister is non-exec Creative Director at Ad-Lib, and Editor of Directory Magazine. He is also one of the few people to have had serious Creative Director roles in adland (Ogilvy) as well as in digital organisations (Google). So what has changed over the course of his career? Why do people keep harking back to the good old days – and what has happened to the funny ad? Jane and Patrick talk about the importance of format, the definition of advertising ‘craft', the emergence of new platforms, and the demise of the ‘big idea'. They discuss how creative and effective advertising (and the role of CMO) may look in the future… and whether any of the big UK Christmas ads this year hit the mark.

☃️ It's 1982, and we're walking in the air. The Advent Calendar House takes flight for its 7th season as we melt over a British Christmas classic and a personal favorite I wish was more beloved stateside.  ****  

 This week join international student Marta in conversation with home student Cassidy, as they discuss the most important festival in the UK - Christmas!!!It's a must-listen whether you're moving to the UK, will be here for your first ever Christmas, or for anyone who still has unanswered questions about the many weird and wacky Christmas traditions we Brits have.

 This week join international student Marta in conversation with home student Cassidy, as they discuss the most important festival in the UK - Christmas!!!It's a must-listen whether you're moving to the UK, will be here for your first ever Christmas, or for anyone who still has unanswered questions about the many weird and wacky Christmas traditions we Brits have.

This week's epsiode is a BONUS EPISODE.  All about UK Christmas adverts! -  I talk about the history behind the UK Christmas Advert aswell as discuss the controversy over John Lewis' 2019 advert. I have added this year's Christmas Adverts from the main retail giants and I want you to get involved! - using #KringleTalksKristmasAd let me know which one is your favourite on twitter - @KristmasTalks, either from the list or your own personal favourite!    Morrisons - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L89G9H5U9YE Sainsburys - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L89G9H5U9YE John Lewis - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTttgc0DPA4 M&S - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dlem-MOMZOs LIDL - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SfexHlJ-BVU ALDI - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OW-PhgjyNSs ASDA - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9OoYc1uc9BM Tesco - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0P7QSCLtRwI

Fauci documentary flops, BLM calls racism on vaccine mandates, UK Christmas is under threat, and the House quietly passes the 1300 page 2022 NDAA.  This is your Weekend Wrap-Up! Support us:  https://www.patreon.com/breakthebell  https://breakthebell.bigcartel.com/  Our sponsors:   Run Your Mouth Coffee: https://rymcoffee.com/ Goulash media: http://www.goulashmedia.net/  On the Run with Remso Martinez:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-run-with-remso-w-martinez/id1513587449  Follow us on: Bitchute.com/breakthebell https://mewe.com/join/breakthebell Sign up for our newsletter: eepurl.com/hnDUO5 https://www.facebook.com/breakthebellpod  https://www.parler.com/profile/breakthebellpod https://twitter.com/breakthebellpod https://www.instagram.com/breakthebellpod/

Feliz Navidad & Merry Christmas to all our listeners. In this weeks episode, Gancarlo & I will discuss the differences of Christmas here and back in the motherland. Also, a couple days ago we asked you the listeners to give us topics to talk about which we will address on this episode. 

Patrick and Beth are back! They have heard your voicemails, read your missives, and are ready to bring you all the Christmas cheer you expect from your favourite (with a “u”) podcast that directs Love Actually in this manner!We cover the Love Actually and Four Weddings and a Funeral Red Nose Day sequels (are they sequels?), the race for the 2020 UK Christmas number 1, introduce our new theme song (maybe), and finally put #Schiffergate to bed (except we don't).Support What is Love Actually? by making a donation at PayPal and we will thank you come Christmas!Listen to Patrick & Beth on the Taking Hugh for Granted podcast!The 2020 UK Christmas number 1 song is……?The Christmas 2020 UK Singles Charts (in case you're interested)“Thank You Baked Potato” more about Bethmore about Patrick Email us! loveactuallypod@gmail.comInstagram us: @loveactuallypodTweet us: @loveactuallypodFacebook us: @loveactuallypod

Patrick and Beth are back! They have heard your voicemails, read your missives, and are ready to bring you all the Christmas cheer you expect from your favourite (with a “u”) podcast that directs Love Actually in this manner! We cover the Love Actually and Four Weddings and a Funeral Red Nose Day sequels (are they sequels?), the race for the 2020 UK Christmas number 1, introduce our new theme song (maybe), and finally put #Schiffergate to bed (except we don’t). Support What is Love Actually? by making a donation at PayPal and we will thank you come Christmas! Listen to Patrick & Beth on the Taking Hugh for Granted podcast! The 2020 UK Christmas number 1 song is……? The Christmas 2020 UK Singles Charts (in case you're interested) “Thank You Baked Potato”   more about Beth more about Patrick   Email us! loveactuallypod@gmail.com Instagram us: @loveactuallypod Tweet us: @loveactuallypod Facebook us: @loveactuallypod

This week on OTAT, Tom and Jake get festive and watch The Office UK - Christmas Special

On the eleventh day of Slashmas Flesh Wound gave to me- the gory, seedy 1984 UK Christmas slasher, Don't Open Till Christmas, from the team behind the grindhouse favorite, Pieces. Support us for exclusive and uncensored content at patreon.com/fleshwoundfeatures, check out fleshwoundfeatures.com, https://twitter.com/FleshWoundRadio, join the Horror Cartel Flesh Wound Radio Facebook group, and like the Flesh Wound Features FB page. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ivODPisyGg

Episode 293: This Is the Last Worthless Christmas That You'll Have to Spend This week Host Dave Bledsoe goes on his annual Christmas Bender, so Producer Gavin St. James FINALLY gets his big shot at the microphone!  (By which we mean we are doing a clip show but Gavin comments on the clips.)   Along the way we learn about why Gavin can't go home for Christmas this year.  (The perfidy of the French) Then we dig into the clips from previous years episodes carefully curated by Gavin randomly grabbing some audio files, slapping some Creative Commons Music underneath it and dropping into the file.  (Producers all nod knowingly)  Then we wrap up with the UK Christmas #1, which is a thing that happens in the UK every Christmas and this year has a REAL interesting contender.   Our Sponsor this week is Krampus.com, providing the power of Krampus to American parents.  We open the show with Frank Constanza and close with Kunts Christmas who have some thoughts on Boris Johnson.  Show Theme: https://www.jamendo.com/track/421668/prelude-to-common-sense The Show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheHell_Podcast The Show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthehellpodcast/ www.whatthehellpodcast.com Give us your money on Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/Whatthehellpodcast The Show Line: 347 687 9601 Closing Music: http://borisjohnson.info/ We are a proud member of the Seltzer Kings Podcast Network! http:// Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're headed back to Christmas Eve 1988, when sneaky French nobility and the return of the quintessential 70s family were on screens. On the radio, there were songs about being grateful for motherhood, romantic espionage, a family of outlaws, and people who were famous, but not to me. Plus there were songs from a soda commercial and a fictional Australian wedding. And the all important UK Christmas #1. Listen on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDWLXjsOJPQkkNr6DqTjCzJcuxLlQteFS Listen to this show and you'll always remember who John Kettley is.

What's a Christmas cracker?  Why are there so many Hallmark movies?  Join myself and Mike from Genuine ChitChat as we compare and contrast (and hold each other accountable for what our countries do for Christmas).

Episode 37: “Do You Take This Man?”. “I’m playing against type”. Happy holidays from the podcast! We've appreciated all the Unanimous listeners as we've started our first year of podcasting. #YADVW! Thanks to Superfan Lori as she teaches us about the history of the classic Christmas Pudding (and how to make it yourself). This one is Mr. Jeff’s favorite AYBS episode! While watching on #Britbox, you’ll see the message “warning: contains racist language”. Bravo, Britbox (and we’ll crack open the racist slurs with loads of context). Our eyes are shot; how about yours? We demand a Mr. Humphries range of fashion glasses. Mrs. Slocombe was given an uno (in front of everyone) by her new Greek fiancé. The bouzouki: guitar vs. lute vs. banjo? Professor Jeff professes. The Greek custom of breaking plates and the Jewish tradition of breaking glass at weddings. What the hell is a trousseau? (Something borrowed, something blue, etc) Jeff remembers Shakespeare using mid-2000’s romantic comedy films. How much was £6/head for a wedding reception in today’s money? The sneaky edit when Mrs. Slocombe’s dress bursts open. A UK Christmas tradition: heading to the pub (and why?). Capt Peacock’s very quotable “A remarkable indeed”. A cameo by beloved UK actor Gordon Kaye from “Allo, Allo”. Unpacking the episode’s racist slurs. (Sigh…) Mr. Tebb’s salad fixings approach to joining manos and wifeos (with giggles). British people playing Americans (Uncle Wendell P. Clark). Greek dancing taken from a 1964 film. The AYBS cast were crazy talented. Is this episode the best way to introduce a loved one to the AYBS universe? Leave the show a voicemail at the Peacock Hotline: (662)-PEACOCK (662-732-2625) and find us on Facebook at fb.me/ThatDoesSuitMadame and on Twitter @DoesSuitMadame #AYBS #AreYouBeingServed #ImFree #Britcom #comedy #MrHumphries #ThatDoesSuitMadame #GraceBros #podcast #LGBTQ #LGBT #AYBS #BlackLivesMatter #WearAmask

“I made this recording in the run up to Christmas in a barn on a turkey farm in the South Downs National Park in East Sussex. The bizarre collective gobble-gobble trill […]

Episode 91: The holidays are here, and even though there is a lot of uncertainty in 2020, one thing is for sure -- a Christmas Number One is still a big deal in the UK! It's time for a closer look at all those songs that hit number one during Christmas in the 80's! The usual suspects are here (Band Aid, Shakin' Stevens?), as well as a group of schoolchildren that want you to know there's nothing like a Grandma! // Quiz: How well does Joe know One Hit Wonders that peaked in December? Christmas is all around in Episode 91!

Original Air Date: 2015

There are many famous and ancient traditions associated with Christmas. Here we highlight some of the key traditions that make Christmas sprcial in the UK. (Suitable for Intermediate English Learners and upwards.)

Hey folks! I originally posted this content on my Facebook account and I thought of sharing it with you because why not? These are five reasons (well, and more) why the Disney UK Christmas Short is 100% Filipino representation. Let's continue the discussion by sharing your thoughts by using the #NewFWordPodcast. Join me on this podcast or send your topic requests and hear your voice on the show! https://anchor.fm/emmanjose/message Say hello on instagram @newfwordpodcast. Follow my everyday adventures, IG: @emmanjose --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/emmanjose/message

This episode covers a few songs, a couple of which we actually disagreed on!The two dubious stars of the episode, though, are Brian Wilson's criminally unkown rap track, and the UK Christmas number one by Mr. Blobby. If you like awful music, you're in for a treat today!If, however, you have good taste and self respect, you may be best off avoiding this episode.

Review the United Kingodm's Top 10 Christmas Carols at the Big Sing Christmas Spectacle. Only on Unplugged Live Concerts. Team UNPLUGGED.

BBC One - Songs of Praise, Christmas Big Sing (23.12.2018) Aled Jones celebrates Christmas with festive carols from the McEwan Hall, Edinburgh, including O Come All Ye Faithful and Joy to the World. With special guests Russell Watson, Katherine Jenkins and Collabro.

This week, Meg discusses her top five favorite things to do in London at Christmastime, including ice skating at Somerset House and shopping at Harrod's. She also discusses the things she loves about UK Christmas, and the things she misses about Christmas in America. Merry Christmas, everyone!Discussed This Week:Miracle at HenriettaYou can reach Gin and Beer It on any of the following:Instagram: @ginandbeeritshowEmail: ginandbeeritshow@gmail.comWebsite: www.ginandbeeritshow.comTwitter: @ginandbeeritpodPlease like, subscribe, and rate the show on iTunes!Artwork by @zoehaworthMusic by fiverr

The Christmas lights are on, but the festive season in the UK is being drowned in politics.

The Christmas lights are on, but the festive season in the UK is being drowned in politics.

The Christmas lights are on, but the festive season in the UK is being drowned in politics.

UK Christmas General Election looms as property prices continue to stagnate. By Charles Kelly, Property Solutions Investor, Author of Yes, Money Can Buy You Happiness and creator of Money Tips Podcast. MP’s are debating on the date of a possible general election in December, which is most unusual due to the inclement weather. Amendments could be introduced to allow voting for 16-year olds and EU citizens with settled status in the UK for the first time. Property prices stagnating The price of the average home in the UK rose by just £800 in the last year, according to the Nationwide Building Society, indicating a further slowdown for the UK housing market. In the same period three years ago, the average property price rose by £9,100, or more than ten times the current amount, the major lender's data revealed. UK house prices have risen by less than 1%, on a year-on-year basis, for each of the last 11 months based on this lender’s data, which will differ slightly from other survey’s, such as the Halifax, and the official Land Registry completion data. The annual increase was 0.4% in October, the Nationwide said. The average home is now valued at £215,368. If you’d like more information on how to acquire wealth building assets using none of your money, email me at Charles@CharlesKelly.net or send me a message through Facebook or my Money Tips Daily community. See more articles at www.moneytipsdaily.com Brexit Property Effect – Invest or Wait? Brexit Property Effect – Invest or Wait? In this episode: Brexit Effect Wait or Invest Is this a flip market? Are we due for a correction? Long term... How to Use Creative Property Financing to Beat the Banks How to Use Creative Property Financing to Beat the Banks Mortgage lending rules have been tightened up by UK regulators. Lenders now dig into your finances far more deeply than just looking at your annual income. Self-certificated mortgages are all but... Earn 25% Tax Free Bonus with Government Help to Buy ISA but only if you start before 30 Nov A Help to Buy ISA is a government scheme helping you save for a mortgage deposit to buy your first home. You must be a first-time buyer to qualify and not own a property anywhere in the world. Savings are tax free... For more business opportunities see Hustle Life (https://hustlelife.net) There are more examples and practical steps to getting rich and being happy in my book, Yes, money can buy happiness, I cover the 3 R’s of Money Management, the Money B.E.L.I.E.F System and much more. Check it out on Amazon http://bit.ly/2MoneyBook. If you’d like more information on how to acquire wealth building assets using none of your money, email me at Charles@CharlesKelly.net or send me a message through Facebook or my Money Tips Daily community.

We finish Good Omens, talk through a lengthy Black Mirror season, and start our watch of HBO’s Chernobyl. Plus, the other half of The Office (UK)’s Christmas special and a Summer Movie Draft update! Next week on It’s Spoilerin’ Time: The Office (UK) Christmas Special Pt. 2, Black Mirror season 5, Chernobyl. 00:47 – Summer … Continue reading It’s Spoilerin’ Time 271 – Good Omens (104-106), Black Mirror (Season 5), Chernobyl (101), The Office (UK) (Christmas Special Pt. 2) →

We finish Good Omens, talk through a lengthy Black Mirror season, and start our watch of HBO’s Chernobyl. Plus, the other half of The Office (UK)’s Christmas special and a Summer Movie Draft update! Next week on It’s Spoilerin’ Time: The Office (UK) Christmas Special Pt. 2, Black Mirror season 5, Chernobyl. 00:47 – Summer … Continue reading It’s Spoilerin’ Time 271 – Good Omens (104-106), Black Mirror (Season 5), Chernobyl (101), The Office (UK) (Christmas Special Pt. 2) →

We finish Good Omens, talk through a lengthy Black Mirror season, and start our watch of HBO’s Chernobyl. Plus, the other half of The Office (UK)’s Christmas special and a Summer Movie Draft update! Next week on It’s Spoilerin’ Time: The Office (UK) Christmas Special Pt. 2, Black Mirror season 5, Chernobyl. 00:47 – Summer … Continue reading It’s Spoilerin’ Time 271 – Good Omens (104-106), Black Mirror (Season 5), Chernobyl (101), The Office (UK) (Christmas Special Pt. 2) →

We finish Good Omens, talk through a lengthy Black Mirror season, and start our watch of HBO’s Chernobyl. Plus, the other half of The Office (UK)’s Christmas special and a Summer Movie Draft update! Next week on It’s Spoilerin’ Time: The Office (UK) Christmas Special Pt. 2, Black Mirror season 5, Chernobyl. 00:47 – Summer … Continue reading It’s Spoilerin’ Time 271 – Good Omens (104-106), Black Mirror (Season 5), Chernobyl (101), The Office (UK) (Christmas Special Pt. 2) →

We finish Good Omens, talk through a lengthy Black Mirror season, and start our watch of HBO’s Chernobyl. Plus, the other half of The Office (UK)’s Christmas special and a Summer Movie Draft update! Next week on It’s Spoilerin’ Time: The Office (UK) Christmas Special Pt. 2, Black Mirror season 5, Chernobyl. 00:47 – Summer … Continue reading It’s Spoilerin’ Time 271 – Good Omens (104-106), Black Mirror (Season 5), Chernobyl (101), The Office (UK) (Christmas Special Pt. 2) →

The family get up in the attic and bust out some old musical instruments. This inspires the hosts to dwell on their own musical prowess, UK Christmas number ones and spend way to long praising classic Australian film “Young Einstein”.   Josh and Matt are a couple of Dads who have decided to do the deep dive on the phenomenon that is Peppa Pig, one episode at a time. We’ve seen enough to be a bit of an expert, go deep and most of all have fun.   **This show is made for Mummy and Daddy piggies, not little piggies!*   Follow us on twitter: @peppapigpod Follow us on instagram: @peppapigpod Drop us a nice email: peppapigpod@gmail.com Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/peppapigpod   Intro and Outro music by Matt Frost Cover photo by Kiara Murphy   Follow Josh Chapman: @chapmanjosh Follow Matt Frost: @phroosh77

In the 1st episode of 2019, Alexi reads all of your latest emails and talks waiting to have sex, break ups, Lacy Phillips workshops, losing babies, online dating, mince pies, paper crowns, Bravo TV, manifestation, the depth and possibility of seeing someone and real love, hypnotherapy, Eckhart Tolle, Oprah, Big Sister Sessions, Raya, Tinder, Dirty John, Glamour Magazine, Vanderpump Rules, her column for Ravishly, the inside scoop on the UK Christmas scene and more! She even left in all of her coughing and throat clearing for all you cold fetishists! Thank you to all the listeners who sent in their emails. Thank you for your vulnerability, sharing your stories, & trusting Alexi to give you her thoughts and opinions. Honestly, this is such a special episode, all because of you and your open hearts, humor, kindness & love.

Mike and Derek talk Transformers Marvel UK issues #145, #198 and #250!

What’s important when it comes to choosing friends? Nicola Cairncross and Judith Morgan discuss what causes clashes and what to look out for when people seek to befriend you in business.   In The Show Nicola talks about healing her fears of the dark and becoming generally braver, finding writing groups in Brighton she can meet up with during her UK Christmas trip and how two favourite actors are getting older. Judith talks about dinner with good friends on Saturday night, another funeral on Monday, and joining a 21 Day tapping challenge.   What's Fuelled Their Fire? Nicola’s enjoyed Frank Kern’s launch of Convert 2.0 and Judith’s happy it is the end of term tonight for her so that she can focus on tidying up the old and preparing for the new.   Focus Of The Week A regular listener to Own It! offers this week’s focus, a discussion on the nature of friendship. What’s important when it comes to choosing friends? Why do some stick with you and some go? How painful it can be when friends are “judgy” about your life choices in regard to your kids and/or your career. Where values come into this. What causes clashes and what to look out for when people seek to befriend you in business.   Words Of The Week Nicola chooses Anticipation and Judith picks Service.   Project Updates Nicola’s got two new projects on the go and updates the listeners on both, one inspired by Frank Kern and one she first mentioned last week; both will advance between now and the next show. Judith remembers that she often sells Listening Vouchers at Christmas time and has remembered to put them in her Facebook Shop and mention them in this week’s newsletter which is all about Listening, Talking and Conversation.   Who Or What's Impressed Nicola is impressed by the two white male chefs who went through to the finals on MasterChef the Professionals and discusses that controversial decision and contributes to the debate on lack of diversity; she thought they were the best, end of. Judith is impressed by five OAP ladies with the combined age of 428 who create a RTM (right to manage) company to direct how their 44-unit care home in Gloucestershire is run, saving money and improving services for themselves and fellow residents.   Thanks for listening! To share your thoughts: Leave a rating and review via your podcast app Ask a question in our Facebook Group  To help the show: Subscribe via Radio Public, iTunes, Stitcher, YouTube, TuneIn, Libsyn Please share on Twitter, Facebook or whatever social media platform you love to use and tag us if you can - we love to read your comments! Website: https://OwnItThePodcast.com

Welcome to a holiday edition of Last Row! Will Wham!’s “Last Christmas” make it to the top of the charts?, gambling odds on the UK Christmas #1 (4:36), Josh shares some of his favorite good (and bad *cough* Blues Traveler *cough*) Christmas songs (7:43), Christine shares her favorite new Christmas songs (15:08),  and we discuss the abrasiveness of Mannheim Steamroller (23:51) Last Row is hosted by Josh Morrissey & Christine Werthman Theme music by Bobby Slay Check out @lastrowshow on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter 

It’s nearly Christmas, which means if you work in an office you’ll no doubt have noticed the steady increase in packages showing up at reception. Indeed, Adobe Analytics data revealed last month that more than half of UK Christmas shopping budgets will be spent online this year. A quarter of UK shoppers do their shopping over what’s become known as the ‘Cyber weekend’ that includes the weekend bookended by the American ‘Black Friday’ shopping holiday and its online counterpart, ‘Cyber Monday’. And why are we talking about all of this on a podcast about driverless cars and the future of mobility? Well, all those gifts need to make their way to people’s doorsteps (and under their trees) somehow… Welcome back to Journey Makers, the podcast exploring not just what the future looks like, but how we’re going to get there. Each month, we take on one of the big questions facing the future of mobility. In this episode, we’re talking about freight – and the question we’re asking is: how will driverless vehicles affect the future of freight?

  Mike and Derek talk Transformers UK issues #41 and 93, as well as the short story "The Night the Transformers Saved Christmas"

We figured out somewhere along the way that our Holiday Mixtape show wasn't an annual tradition, actually. Mostly because we skipped doing it last year altogether. In retrospect, it's probably better this way: Christmas songs tend to feel like abrupt departures from the norm, with a set of rules all their own, and a certain ascribed timelessness that may ensure a somewhat Stepford Wives sameness but also, when the chips fall just right, a perpetual seasonal bonus for the performer in question. Which, let's be honest, is probably why many of the more recent holiday tracks happen. It's with these greater thoughts in mind that we present our 2017 Holiday Mixtape show, in which we unwrap a few ditties you know and a great many you won't. Consider them conversation starters while you're spiking the eggnog. Kevin's Picks ###[I Wish It Was Christmas Today][1] - *Julian Casablancas* ### Mark guessed it was the other way around, but this track's genesis was part of a recurring SNL gag, where [Horatio Sans led a peculiar band of holiday sweater wearers][2] (Fallon and the omnipresent Casio keyboard, held in place by Kattan, Tracy Morgan doing this dance in place where his wrists are made of jello). And so of course Julian Casablancas of The Strokes rolled this song out as a semi-serious bonus release when his solo record dropped, and here we are. One of the better Strokes tracks not at all on a Strokes record. Cool sneaks up on you sometimes. ###Christmas Is The Time To Say I Love You - Billy Squier ### It's Christmastime, 1981, and you work for MTV. There's some sort of an announcement, you're all shuffled into a studio onto some bleachers, wondering what the hell is going on, exactly, when in saunters Billy Squier at the top of his fame. He breaks into "Christmas Is The TIme To Say 'I Love You'" and by the time he's about halfway through, you think you know the words and start to lean into it. He does that weird dancing thing where he kind of looks like a rock marionette that needs a bathroom break, and there are VJs in a time capsule. ###Just Like Christmas - Low ### One of those situations where Low gifted their fans a holiday record, highlighted by a track ('Just Like Christmas') that doesn't remotely sound like any Christmas song you know. If melancholy came in the wrapper of sunny disposition, it would be this one, and if it showed up under your tree, there's a solid chance you'd listen to it all year round. ###Merry Christmas Lil' Mama - Chance The Rapper ### Chance (here in collaboration with R&B star Jeremih) is checking all the boxes with his holiday mixtape series, and this track spotlights his freewheeling command of the studio. From religious shout outs to a pretty direct request for some love from the ladies, this one's a surprising, confounding, thoroughly entertaining rollercoaster. Shane's Picks ###[Christmas Time Is Here][6] - *Vince Guaraldi* ### Laconic and gorgeous. Christmas songs often have a tiny INSISTENT ear worm (much like what Checkov was subjected to in Star Trek 2: The Wrath Of Khan), but this is always a palette cleanser. It takes its time, and just when you want to punch a 6 year old in the nose because "GODAMMIT I am not gonna buy you that drone, go meet up with your mom over there at Aveda"...and all of a sudden...there it is...and always feel better for 2 minutes. Till that little f$@ker shows back up...My favorite Christmas song. ###Surfin' Santa - Lord Douglas Byron ### All I'm saying about this one was that I was surprised that his Reindeer were named Jan and Dean...(was I?) ###Christmas In Hollis - Run DMC ### Go listen to RUN-DMC's classic (and it really lives up to that standard) and then search out Chance the Rapper's video "Jingle Barack". It's a parody of that RUN-DMC classic and some people are saying it might be a tremendous, beautiful, fantastic, and the best RUN-DMC tribute you will ever witness. ###Redneck 12 Days of Christmas - Jeff Foxworthy ### Yeah. Ryan's Picks ###[I Want A Hippopotamus For Christmas][11] - *Gayla Peevey* ### I have somehow managed to never hear this song until about six months ago (you know, in the spirit of mid-summer). But this is from 1953, and features a ten-year-old waxing on about her wish for a rather-unwieldy animal to show up under her tree in her suburban home. Kinda hard to un-hear, but I don't think I want to. ###Barbecue - Emmet Otter's Jugband Christmas ### Okay. So not necessarily a Christmas song, but definitely from a Christmas show, Jim Henson's fantastic Emmit Otter's Jugband Christmas from 1977. Apparently, Shane has never seen this inspired network holiday classic. To be fair, I haven't either in many, many years, but dug it as a kid. And hey--I'm from Texas, and this song is about barbeque. ###Santa Baby - Gwen Stefani ### A somewhat sanitized version of what has become a yearly staple of salacious Santa-sexualizing. Ms.Stefani provides just enough of what Shane refers to as "coo-ing" to render this thing close enough to foxy (but still weird), while toning it down for a morning Today Show audience. ###Dominick the Christmas Donkey - Lou Monte ### I kinda outsourced this one from a co-worker, but if Shane's reaction is any indication of success, then I'll take it. More than one of said co-workers consider this a classic. I'll just say this--if you've been desperately looking for a truly bizarre novelty song about a donkey cavorting about the the Italian hillsides in an attempt to help Santa deliver presents, well here ya go. You are welcome, and Merry Christmas. Producer Mark's Picks ###[Merry Christmas Everybody][15] - *Slade* ### It pains me to admit that I have a soft spot for 70's British Glam Rock but… well… there it is. Slade's frontman, Noddy Holder, honestly looks like he's constantly having the time of his life. Mix that with 1973's Christmas #1, and you have a recipe for perfect holiday cheer. ###Santa's Coming For Us - Sia ### Seems just about anyone can stroll into a shopping mall, drop a few grand into a kiosk, and cut their very own Christmas album. So what a surprise to hear what could potentially be my favorite Christmas collection of modern times from an artist that I discounted as an eccentric performance personality with "Black and White Cookie" hair. Saying that this is my least favorite of all the tracks I've heard off Sia's 2017 Everyday Is Christmas release may sound like a slight, but couldn't be more of a compliment. Plus… I really love videos with a barf-load of celebrity cameos. ###Lonely This Christmas - Mud ### Slade may have captured the top slot for UK Christmas singles in 1973, but the following year it took a completely differ… aw, who am I kidding? It's another British Glam Rock band disguised as Elvis vocal impersonators complete with "Darlin'" soliloquious interlude. And if you aren't distracted by the guitar player's single wind chime earring, it's likely because you're staring at his exposed nipple. ###Don't Shoot Me Santa - The Killers ### The Killers recorded 11 (ELEVEN!) Christmas singles before calling it quits (on Christmas singles) this year. I'm not a big enough The Killers fan to have known that they ever recorded one. This particular song, and the video for it, apparently form the backstory for an ongoing struggle between lead singer Brandon Flowers and the jolly old elf himself, Santa Claus. It's an hilarious video with a solid The Killers backing and a modicum of simulated peril.

All I want for the Championship is …… ? It’s Christmas time and the BITEZ boys make some seriously unfunny attempts at NFL player Christmas puns. They also discuss the controversies around the NFL, with debatable referee decisions in multiple games and how week 15 results have impacted the playoff standings. The BITEZ fantasy playoffs are also re-capped and top 3 town covers training styles and upbringings which have made NFL players great. If you want to get involved in some UK NFL chat or want your questions answered on the Podcast, follow us on Twitter @brits_endzone or email us at britsendzone@gmail.com #NFL #NFLUK. Also check out our website www.britsendzone.com.

This week on the olive magazine podcast the team fully embrace the season with a guide to the best UK Christmas markets, a lesson in Danish Christmas traditions, and they reveal with breakfasts they'll be consuming on the big day. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Discuss on Reddit ➤ Support the Show ➤ Happy holidays everybody! To celebrate, we’re chatting about one of Broadway’s newest Christmas stories, “A Christmas Story” - the adaptation of the cult American classic. The lads talk all about the differences between US and UK Christmas movies, the glory of Pasek and Paul and work out what our Red Rider Carbine Action BB Guns of yore were. A Christmas Story (Original Broadway Cast) Amazon / Spotify / iTunes SHOW NOTES Take a peek at Broadway’s premiere prosthetic kickline in “A Major Award.” Take a look at Ralphie defending his family from Black Bart in the movie, then compare it to a rehearsal of “Ralphie to the Rescue” from the movie! Johnny Rabe is a boy wonder! Read this sage-like interview about his first producing credit here. Is Luke Spring Fred Astaire reincarnate? Very potentially! Check out him and Caroline O’Connor in the Tony Awards performance! Next proceed to fall into a Caroline O’Connor shaped YouTube hole starting from here. What was your Red Rider Carbine Action BB Gun? Let us know over on Reddit or Twitter what the best present you've ever received was! NOT JUST A QUIZ QUESTION, A QUIZ… As it is the season of giving we’re holding our first prize giveaway! We’ve got 20 overtures, some easy, some hard, for you to guess. DM us on Twitter, email us or fill out our contact form with your answers. The person with the most correct wins! Deadline for answers is midnight CST on the 31st. Good luck and happy holidays!

Matt talks to Jason Farrell & Gordie Adams about the '84 UK Christmas slasher flick DON'T OPEN TILL CHRISTMAS.

"This week it's a tour of the top tunes of the year, as reflected in the UK's number 1 spot at Christmas."

"This week it's a tour of the top tunes of the year, as reflected in the UK's number 1 spot at Christmas."

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