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A Cozy Christmas Podcast
Christmas Day in the Bush by Samuel Sydney | A Cozy Christmas Story for Valentine's Day

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 25:39


Happy Valentine's Day... (checks calendar)... belatedly! In today's episode I share some thrilling updates about the weather in Iowa, give some great ideas on how to make your Valentine's Day Christmas themed, and then read the Australian set Christmas story titled: Christmas Day in the Bush, by Samuel Sydney.  Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Declaring Open Season on Groundhogs (aka a weather report) 02:36 Belated Christmas Themed Valentine's Day Celebrations 06:59 Story Introduction - Christmas in Australia once again 11:23 Christmas Story: “Christmas Day in the Bush by Samuel Sydney 22:43 Concluding Thoughts   Ways to support the show: Rate and review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-cozy-christmas-podcast/id1523423375  Buy me a coffee? www.ko-fi.com/cozychristmas  Ornaments, Mugs, and Notebooks: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CozyChristmasPodcast  Logo shirt designs: http://tee.pub/lic/edygC_h4D1c    Contact Me: facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cozychristmaspodcast  instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cozychristmaspodcast/  twitter: https://twitter.com/CozyXmasPod  youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCikiozEbu0h9pKeI1Ei5TQ email: cozychristmaspodcast@gmail.com     It Came Upon a Midnight Clear by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100191 Artist: http://incompetech.com/   Deck the Halls by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100263 Artist: http://incompetech.com/     #Christmas #christmasstories #christmaspodcast

Beyond the Darkness
S19 Ep155: An Old Fashioned Creepy Victorian Christmas 2024 featuring Jessica Freeburg

Beyond the Darkness

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 151:30


Darkness Radio Presents An Old Fashioned Creepy Victorian Christmas 2024 featuring Jessica Freeburg! In Victorian times, it was custom to tell ghost stories at Christmas.  It is custom during Christmas in the radio business to put out a new Christmas program for the people out in the audience who may not have a place to go on Christmas, to let them know that their family on the radio is with them on that special day! Well, Darkness Radio has put together this special Christmas broadcast of true paranormal stories and Classic Christmas Ghost Stories and gathered he family to entertain you this Christmas season! Tim and Jess (AKA Mr. and Mrs. Claus) spend the first half of today's program talking about some interesting and funny Christmas stories happening right now in our society, then on the second half of the program, you get some Classic Christmas Ghost Stories from the crew! Grandma ACTUALLY got ran over by a reindeer, running in a marathon! check out the footage HERE:  https://www.vice.com/en/article/grandma-got-run-over-by-reindeer/?utm_source=fark&utm_medium=website&utm_content=link&ICID=ref_fark YES LADIES, there is a hot Jesus boom!  Check out the pics to see what the potental is for you family Christmas photos:   https://nypost.com/2024/12/18/lifestyle/inside-the-jesus-model-boom-where-christ-lookalikes-make-200-an-hour-posing-for-holiday-cards/?utm_source=fark&utm_medium=website&utm_content=link&ICID=ref_fark What's topping your Xmas tree this year? How about a biblically accurate angel?! It IS NOT what you think!!!  Check out what one looks like here:  https://apnews.com/article/christmas-tree-toppers-biblically-accurate-angels-48d36bc871cfbfe5802afa5179ad349e?utm_source=fark&utm_medium=website&utm_content=link&ICID=ref_fark# Order the three new books from Jessica here:  https://jessicafreeburg.com/books/ Jessica Freeburg and Ghost Stories Ink have a special holiday gift for you! If you sign up for their Manifestation Retreat at the Palmer House in Sauk Centre, MN. now, they will give you 30 percent off!  The event is family friendly and the tickets make a great holiday gift!  Sign up for the ghost Stories Inc. Paranormal Event here: https://jessicafreeburg.com/upcoming-events/ There are new and different (and really cool) items all the time in the Darkness Radio Online store at our website! . check out the Darkness Radio Store!   https://www.darknessradioshow.com/store/ #paranormal  #supernatural  #metaphysical  #paranormalpodcasts  #darknessradio  #timdennis #jessicafreeburg #ghoststoriesink  #supernaturalnews #victorianghoststories   #thebonesofstnick #johnberwickharwood #horroratruetale #Thedollsghost #FrancisMarionCrawford #ghosts  #spirits  #spectres #hauntings #hauntedhouses #haunteddolls #monsters #ghoststories #christmasghoststories #demons #deliverances #exorcisms #angels #guardianangels #spiritguides #neardeathexperience 

This One's A Doozy
Episode 108: A Victorian Christmas Eve Ghost Story

This One's A Doozy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 32:55


In the spirit of the Victorian tradition of sharing ghost stories on Christmas Eve, we're here for our third annual offering. Tonight, Kevin shares The Christmas Dinner by Washington Irving.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/this-ones-a-doozy/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Darkness Radio
S19 Ep155: An Old Fashioned Creepy Victorian Christmas 2024 featuring Jessica Freeburg

Darkness Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 151:30


Darkness Radio Presents An Old Fashioned Creepy Victorian Christmas 2024 featuring Jessica Freeburg! In Victorian times, it was custom to tell ghost stories at Christmas.  It is custom during Christmas in the radio business to put out a new Christmas program for the people out in the audience who may not have a place to go on Christmas, to let them know that their family on the radio is with them on that special day! Well, Darkness Radio has put together this special Christmas broadcast of true paranormal stories and Classic Christmas Ghost Stories and gathered he family to entertain you this Christmas season! Tim and Jess (AKA Mr. and Mrs. Claus) spend the first half of today's program talking about some interesting and funny Christmas stories happening right now in our society, then on the second half of the program, you get some Classic Christmas Ghost Stories from the crew! Grandma ACTUALLY got ran over by a reindeer, running in a marathon! check out the footage HERE:  https://www.vice.com/en/article/grandma-got-run-over-by-reindeer/?utm_source=fark&utm_medium=website&utm_content=link&ICID=ref_fark YES LADIES, there is a hot Jesus boom!  Check out the pics to see what the potental is for you family Christmas photos:   https://nypost.com/2024/12/18/lifestyle/inside-the-jesus-model-boom-where-christ-lookalikes-make-200-an-hour-posing-for-holiday-cards/?utm_source=fark&utm_medium=website&utm_content=link&ICID=ref_fark What's topping your Xmas tree this year? How about a biblically accurate angel?! It IS NOT what you think!!!  Check out what one looks like here:  https://apnews.com/article/christmas-tree-toppers-biblically-accurate-angels-48d36bc871cfbfe5802afa5179ad349e?utm_source=fark&utm_medium=website&utm_content=link&ICID=ref_fark# Order the three new books from Jessica here:  https://jessicafreeburg.com/books/ Jessica Freeburg and Ghost Stories Ink have a special holiday gift for you! If you sign up for their Manifestation Retreat at the Palmer House in Sauk Centre, MN. now, they will give you 30 percent off!  The event is family friendly and the tickets make a great holiday gift!  Sign up for the ghost Stories Inc. Paranormal Event here: https://jessicafreeburg.com/upcoming-events/ There are new and different (and really cool) items all the time in the Darkness Radio Online store at our website! . check out the Darkness Radio Store!   https://www.darknessradioshow.com/store/ #paranormal  #supernatural  #metaphysical  #paranormalpodcasts  #darknessradio  #timdennis #jessicafreeburg #ghoststoriesink  #supernaturalnews #victorianghoststories   #thebonesofstnick #johnberwickharwood #horroratruetale #Thedollsghost #FrancisMarionCrawford #ghosts  #spirits  #spectres #hauntings #hauntedhouses #haunteddolls #monsters #ghoststories #christmasghoststories #demons #deliverances #exorcisms #angels #guardianangels #spiritguides #neardeathexperience 

PNW Haunts & Homicides
Haunted Holidays: From Dickens to Hat Man

PNW Haunts & Homicides

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 75:31


This holiday season, we're reviving a spooky Victorian tradition: ghost stories by the fire! Ever wonder why scary tales were part of the holly-jolly festivities? In this episode, we dive into the history of Victorian Christmas ghost stories, from the influence of Queen Victoria to the rise of printed tales like Charles Dickens' iconic A Christmas Carol.We also explore how America embraced a sweeter, less spooky holiday tradition and sidelined ghostly encounters to Halloween. But why not bring some eerie fun back to Christmas?

Mornings with Simi
How to make Victorian Era Christmas recipes at home!

Mornings with Simi

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 8:00


The article explores Victorian Christmas food traditions through three recipes that reflect the era's culinary practices: Turkey Soup: Derived from Isabella Beeton's The Book of Household Management (1861), this recipe used leftover turkey bones to create a rich, flavored soup, showcasing the use of branded ingredients like Harvey's Sauce. It highlights both resourcefulness and historical food influences. Roast Goose: A recipe from Bow Bells (1893) details a traditional roast goose, a popular alternative to turkey in Scotland and northern England. Instructions were less structured, relying on cooks' intuition and familiarity with techniques like scalding and basting. Cottage Christmas Pudding: From Eliza Acton's Modern Cookery (1845), this pudding included mashed potatoes to bulk up the recipe, reflecting rural or working-class adaptations. It combined affordable staples with luxurious ingredients like spices and dried fruits, emphasizing the festive desire for indulgence. Guest: Dr. Lindsay Middleton - Food Historian and Knowledge Exchange Associate at the University of Glasgow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Good Night For a Murder
Most Haunted Victorian Houses (PATREON PREVIEW)

A Good Night For a Murder

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 8:08


A GOOD NIGHT SNACK exclusive Patreon series from A Good Night For a Murder.This is an episode PREVIEW. Listen to the full episode in the Housekeeper & Butler tier on PATREON.Similar to the regular episode and bonus content earlier this month where I covered a handful of Victorian Christmas true crime stories in one episode, this is also going to be a compilation episode. Since Victorians loved telling ghost stories at Christmas, in this episode I'm going to cover 6 of the most haunted Victorian houses. We'll be visiting 3 houses in the US, and 3 in the UK.Follow along on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube @agoodnightforamurder or www.agoodnightforamurder.com, and subscribe where ever you listen to podcasts.

Talks and Lectures
History of Christmas at the Palaces

Talks and Lectures

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 45:53


From Tudor and Medieval Christmas tide celebrations, to Queen Victoria and Albert's newer traditions, we're re-releasing our Christmas episode to reveal the history of Christmas at our palaces.   Curator Charles Farris is joined by Historic Kitchens Manager Richard Fitch, and Curator Lee Prosser, as they begin the holiday season with some festive tomfoolery.  Make our Victorian Christmas pudding recipe with mashed potatoes.  Explore what's on in our Palaces this Christmas from Ice Skating at Hampton Court Palace to Queen Victoria's Childhood Christmas at Kensington Palace. 

Alpine, TX: Heart of the Big Bend
National Historic Sites in the Big Bend

Alpine, TX: Heart of the Big Bend

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 24:11


Chris talks with Fort Davis NHS Chief of Interpretation Chelsea Rios and Blackwell School NHS Visual Information Specialist Tori Villareal about these two flagship destinations in the Big Bend region. When can you see Fort Davis in all the trappings of a Victorian Christmas? What are the latest developments at Blackwell, one of the nation's newest National Park Service units? Listen and find out!!!

The Dream Boat
Series 5, Episode 2: I'm Dreaming Of A Dickens Christmas - Why did Dickens always sleep facing north?

The Dream Boat

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 37:20


In this festive conversation, Laura and Melinda are joined by author Lucinda Dickens Hawksley, Dickens' great, great, great granddaughter to explore the profound influence of Charles Dickens on Christmas traditions, dreaming and the cultural significance of his work, particularly 'A Christmas Carol.'    They delve into Dickens' complex relationship with sleep and dreams, which is often explored in his novels with their themes of redemption and social responsibility, and his bizarre sleeping habits. Dickens suffered from parasomnias – sleeping disorders like hallucinations and nightmares, which are the hallmark feature of ‘A Christmas Carol' when the ghost of Marley terrorises his business partner Ebenezer Scrooge in his sleep on Christmas Eve, with dramatic consequences.   Lucinda, biographer and Victorian historian, shares insights into Victorian Christmas celebrations and personal traditions, emphasizing the importance of connection and joy during the holiday season. They discuss the enduring legacy of Dickens' storytelling and its relevance in today's world and Lucinda's new book, ‘A Victorian Christmas' as well as her earlier book ‘Dickens and Christmas'.   Your dreams are worth inquiring about too! Share a dream or a question via our website driccpe.org.uk or the social links below!   www.lucindahawksley.com Insta: @lucindahawksley Victorian Christmas: Traditional Recipes, Decorations, Activities and Carols, 2024, Countryman Press Inc. Dickens and  Christmas, 2021, Pen and Sword History.   Let us know what you think and submit a dream for us to explore on the podcast!  Instagram @thedreamboatpodcast FaceBook @dreamboatpodcast Twitter @dreamboatpod DRI website: driccpe.org.uk/contact    This podcast is a project of the DRI, the centre for dream studies at CCPE, the psychotherapy college overlooking the canals at London's scenic Little Venice.   Remember you can join the DRI for just £30 a year currently to access discounted events, courses, newsletters and join in the conversation about dreams. Go to driccpe.org.uk/sign-up to join!   Keep dreaming and keep sharing your dreams!   Credits Recorded on Riverside.fm by Dave and Laura Edited by James Ede at Be Heard https://beheard.org.uk  Podcast Artwork Design by Kat Seager Design   Music: Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu  Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2Pj0MtT Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE  Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8 #dream #dreams #recurringdream #nightmares #psychology #research #psychotherapy #trauma #treatment #sleep #transpersonal #science #alchemy #spirituality #jung #lucid #luciddreaming #podcast #dreamwork #technology #AI #artificialintelligence #gpt #individuation #art #surrealism #consciousness   Tags: Insta: @onefulness @dreamresearchinstitute @iasddream @melinda.j.messenger_ FB: @associationforstudyofdreams @dreamresearchinstitute 

Afternoonified
Victorian Christmas Ghost Stories

Afternoonified

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 81:27


If there was anything that the English Victorians did right, it was bringing back the tradition of telling ghost stories around the holidays. Where did that even come from in the first place, you may ask? Well, we'll tell you... and then you'll get to experience a Victorian Christmas Ghost Story for yourself, with the usual Afternoonified dumba**ery thrown in, of course. Find out more at http://getafternoonified.com

KVMR News
A Victorian Christmas Safety Overview

KVMR News

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 4:23


This 2024 Nevada City Victorian Christmas safety overview was produced collaboratively by KVMR News trainees Lydia Thomas, Shannon Harney and Avn Sturm. They hit the streets of Victorian Christmas to speak with Nevada City Police Chief Dan Foss, Nevada City Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce Stuart Baker, Chamber of Commerce Intern Graham Gardemeyer and Nevada City Police Officer Sean Mason.

KVMR News
Victorian Christmas Draws People Of All Ages

KVMR News

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 3:21


KVMR News team trainees Sherrie Cunningham and Johnny Carpenter hit the streets of Nevada City last Sunday to ask some of the younger crowd what they think of this annual tradition.

Jacqui Just Chatters
Flashback episode: A Victorian Christmas – Which Means a Ghost Story Part 1

Jacqui Just Chatters

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 33:18


In this episode, Jacqui chats with Mary Kate, co-host of the podcast East Coast Haunts. Mary Kate shares an old story about a bride who gets married on Christmas day but encounters misfortune, and discusses the history of Bramshill House. The conversation continues in the next episode.Share your thoughts about the story at Jacqui's Facebook page – Jacqui Lents - Author | FacebookCheck out photos of the house – Bramshill House - City & Country (cityandcountry.co.uk)Check out Mary Kate and East Coast Haunts – Instagram - east.coast.haunts Facebook - (1) East Coast Haunts | Facebook Twitter - @EC_Haunts Apple podcast - East Coast Haunts on Apple Podcasts#Christmas #Christmasstory #Haunting #Ghoststory #EastCoastHaunts #BramshillHouse #JacquiJustChatters

Michelle's Sanctuary
A Victorian Christmas Night: Calming Bedtime Story

Michelle's Sanctuary

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 60:12


Step back in time with "A Victorian Christmas Night," a calm bedtime story for grown-ups designed to help you relax and fall asleep. In this 1-hour sleep story, narrated by a soothing female voice, you'll journey to the enchanting end of the Victorian era. On a frosty winter night, find comfort in a grand seaside home, where the crackle of a fire and the luxurious embrace of a sleigh bed create the perfect atmosphere for rest. Immerse yourself in the pages of a classic holiday tale that celebrates the softness of the world and the beauty of the human spirit. Let the sounds of crackling logs and a howling winter wind guide you into peaceful slumber. It's time to dream away. MENTIONS: Chocolate, Christmas, Nostalgia This story within a sleep story included "A Christmas Inspiration" by Lucy Maude Montgomery courtesy of the Public Domain. Script, Production, Sleep Music, and Narration by Michelle Hotaling, Dreamaway Visions LLC 2024 All Rights Reserved YOUTUBE: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/michellessanctuary/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ INSTAGRAM: ⁠https://instagram.com/michellessanctuary/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FACEBOOK:⁠https://www.facebook.com/michellessanctuary/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠http://www.tiktok.com/@michellessanctuary/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TWITTER: ⁠http://twitter.com/michsanctuary/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email Michelle: ⁠michellessanctuary@gmail.com⁠ If you would like to support this channel: ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/michsanctuary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.paypal.me/michellessanctuary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.venmo.com/michellehotaling ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out my new podcast, Meditation Tides, for guided meditations and let the tides of your breath bring the tranquility you deserve. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meditationtides/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Michelle's Sanctuary is a place where you may enjoy high quality relaxing stories for sleep and guided sleep meditations completely FREE with a focus on mental vacations, sleep hypnosis, manifestations, and using your imagination to enjoy relaxing adventures before bedtime. Grown-ups deserve bedtime stories too! Having firsthand experience with anxiety, insomnia, and a strong desire to connect with my higher self and live my best life, I have tailored these recordings in ways that I have personally found helpful. This channel is not a replacement for consultations with a doctor or medical professional but can help you find more balance and a healing night's sleep. I always welcome comments, feedback & suggestions.

Charles Dickens: A Brain on Fire!
The Christmas Illustrations: with Lucinda Hawksley

Charles Dickens: A Brain on Fire!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2024 48:14


We Did It Medway
Jimi! Jimi! Jimi! (A Band After Midnight)

We Did It Medway

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024 34:23


We're releasing this episode (our Season 1 finale) on a Sunday rather than the regular Tuesday, for a very good reason indeed: 1st December 2024 is the 57th anniversary of the amazing Jimi Hendrix performing in the Central Theatre, Chatham, another milestone in the long, rich history of Medway's music scene.The Hendrix Experience were headlining a package tour of seven bands - the kind of tour that was very popular in the US in the 1950s, but quite unusual in the UK by the late 60s. Second on the bill were Pink Floyd, who'd only just released their first album. So we went to talk to Nick Mason, the Floyd drummer, about his memories of being on the tour with Jimi. In his wry, understated way, he gives us a real insight to what it meant to him musically and personally.We also talk to John Campbell, the lead guitarist and singer in Europe's best Hendrix tribute band, Are You Experienced?, about channelling Hendrix for audiences in the 2020s. And illustrator and typographer Will Hill tells us about going - aged 12 - to his first-ever gig: Jimi Hendrix in Washington DC in August 1967, only a few months before he came to Chatham…Finally, Phil chats to Rob about the times he got to play piano with both the then surviving members of the Hendrix Experience - bassist Noel Redding in County Cork, and drummer Mitch Mitchell in the Hard Rock Café on Piccadilly.And we've added a Christmas bonus: a teaser for Series 2 with Lucinda Dickens Hawksley, the great-great-great-granddaughter of Charles Dickens.Thanks for listening - and a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all!!With thanks to John Campbell from Are You Experienced? Instagram: @‌JimiJon4Facebook: Are You Experienced?To purchase a copy of Victorian Christmas by Lucinda Dickens Hawksley visit the Charles Dickens Museum shop or Store 104, RochesterWe Did It Medway is supported by the Medway Council Shared Prosperity Fund from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, and The City of Rochester Society. Find out more about their work at city-of-rochester.org.ukWe Did it Medway is presented by Philip Dodd and Rob Flood. It is produced and edited by Suze Cooper at Big Tent Media, with assistance from Emily Crosby Media.The We Did It Medway music is written and performed by Chris Weller (Staggered Ray), Rob Shepherd (Singing Loins) and Vicky Price (Ashen Keys) with lyrics by Philip Dodd. Additional sound design elements for this episode were sourced from Freesound.org: Sleigh bells courtesy of GowlerMusic and soundstack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thomasville Insights
Season 4 Episode 7 - Christmas in Thomasville

Thomasville Insights

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 14:50


On this episode, we talk to Brandy Avery and Cassidee Brooks from MainStreet about Christmas events in Thomasville including Victorian Christmas.MainStreet Event ListHoliday Open House: November 24, 1-5pmBlack Friday – November 29 Small Business Saturday – November 30First Friday Sip and Shop – December 6, 5-10 pmExtended Hours in Downtown – December 8, 15, & 22 from 1-5 pmVictorian Christmas – December 12 & 13 from 6-9 pmCommunity Event List“Christmas in Lights” - by Flowers Foods, Nov 28 – Dec 31 from 6-10 pmThomasville's Christmas Parade- December 2, 6:30 pmPebble Hill Plantation's Yuletide Champagne Tours Dec 5 – 6South Georgia Ballet Presents, The Nutcracker, December 7 – 8Taste of Thomasville's Victorian Sweets Tour Various dates throughout December 

Peak Northwest
5 Pacific Northwest holiday events worth traveling to

Peak Northwest

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 27:21


Just about every town in America has a tree lighting event, walk-through light display or downtown shopping night for the holidays, but a few spots like to do something a little extra. On this week's episode of Peak Northwest, we look at the Pacific Northwest holiday events that might be worth traveling to, from busy winter festivals to visits from Krampus. There's something delightful about small towns going all out for the holidays, one-upping each other for the biggest, best and busiest events –and offering Northwest travelers a window into local holiday traditions. Here are some highlights from this week's show: Why you should check out Leavenworth's Christmastown, even though it will be a scene. The best light display in Oregon? It might be at a state park on the coast. Get a taste of Victorian Christmas pageantry in this southern Oregon destination. A small town in Washington has a delightfully creepy Krampus tradition. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MadLit Musings with Jaime Jo Wright
Christmas in Sweetwater - with Author Amanda Cabot

MadLit Musings with Jaime Jo Wright

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 22:14


In this engaging conversation, Jaime Jo Wright and Amanda Cabot discuss the exciting announcement of Amanda's new book, 'One Special Christmas,' set in the beloved fictional town of Sweetwater Crossing. They explore the challenges and joys of writing, the introduction of new characters, and the significance of community during the holiday season. The discussion also touches on the aesthetics of book covers, the historical context of Victorian Christmas traditions, and the anticipation surrounding the book's release.

There Might Be Cupcakes Podcast
Victorian Christmas: A Peculiar Atmosphere of Cranky Scholarship: 89

There Might Be Cupcakes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2024 95:41


In which Carla celebrates the Twelve Days of Christmas by connecting M. R. James to Ash's chainsaw.M. R. James adaptations listed at Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/jwlZ Adaptations of this story: 1956: https://player.bfi.org.uk/free/film/watch-whistle-and-ill-come-to-you-1956-online only for those in the UK, or those using a VPN (BFI's words, not mine) 1960: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRGfEk0cnL4 2010: https://tubitv.com/movies/571582/m-r-james-whistle-and-i-ll-come-to-youCount Magnus and Other Ghost Stories: The Complete Stories of M. R. James, Volume 1: https://bookshop.org/a/6560/9780143039396The Haunted Doll's House and The Complete Stories of M. R. James, Volume 2: https://bookshop.org/a/6560/9780143039921The Complete Stories of M. R. James, ebook https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Ghost-Stories-M-James-ebook/dp/B07KFKKL48/Complete Poems and Songs of Robert Burns: Scotland's National Poet - the Bard of Ayrshire https://bookshop.org/a/6560/9781387972753Rosemary Pardoe http://www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~pardos/FAQ.htmlParanormal State: My Journey Into the Unknown by Ryan Buell and Stefan Petrucha https://bookshop.org/a/6560/9780061767944The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan https://bookshop.org/a/6560/9781015877269 Referenced episodes:4: …And Things That Go Bump in the Night https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/there-might-be-cupcakes-podcas-520320/episodes/remastered-4and-things-that-go-2599237032: What the Dickens (included at the end of the episode) https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/there-might-be-cupcakes-podcas-520320/episodes/what-the-dickens-32-2425932367: Haunted Yule: Twelve Days https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/there-might-be-cupcakes-podcas-520320/episodes/haunted-yule-twelve-days-67-82798501There Might Be Cupcakes on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22815734/episodes https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22815734/How to Support Cupcakes:Audible: https://www.audible.com/ep/creator?source_code=PDTGBPD060314004RCare/Of Vitamins: https://takecareof.com/invites/chr4bwSubstack: http://theremightbecupcakes.substack.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/theremightbecupcakesand please visit my lovely sponsors that share their ads on my episodes. Where to Find Cupcakes:Substack: http://theremightbecupcakes.substack.comFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/theremightbecupcakesFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theremightbecupcakesInstagram: @theremightbecupcakes and @carlahauntedReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theremightbecupcakesGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/804047-there-might-be-cupcakes-podcast-groupContact: carla@theremightbecupcakes.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4761852/advertisement

The Ghost Report with Lisa Morton

Dive into the enchanting world of Charles Dickens this Christmas! Join Lisa Morton as she reads a fascinating excerpt from Dickens' essay 'A Christmas Tree' and uncovers the role of ghost stories in Victorian Christmas traditions. Don't miss this spine-tingling journey through time! #DickensChristmas #GhostStories

The Failing Writers Podcast
S3 Ep26: Have Yourself a Scary Little Christmas (pt1)

The Failing Writers Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2023 75:03


Please accept this as a most cordial invitation to accompany Jon, Tom and as yet unnamed guests for an evening of traditional ghost story telling. We have chosen the most atmospheric venue we could acquire at short notice and now request your company, to consummate this joyously Victorian Christmas night of heebiejeebies. Please bring only yourself. We shall provide the spirits. Talking Scared: https://talkingscaredpod.com/about/ Michelle Paver: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/talking-scared/id1530064310?i=1000638347893 The King: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/talking-scared/id1530064310?i=1000623833730 Dark Matter: https://michellepaver.com/dark-matter/ ‘Cherry Ripe' Painting https://fineartamerica.com/featured/cherry-ripe-detail-john-everett-millais.html

A Cozy Christmas Podcast
Christmas at Thompson Hall, Part 3: A Christmas Story by Athony Trollope

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2023 47:40


It's Christmas Eve! The best day of the year. To help you celebrate, here is the final parts to our story this month, "Christmas at Thompson Hall" by Anthony Trollope. I rearranged my publication schedule a little bit and decided to combine the last two parts into one episode. I've had a lot of episodes come out this week, and didn't want to clog up your podcast feed TOO much. If you're interested in listening to the whole story, here are the links: Part 1: https://cozychristmas.libsyn.com/christmas-at-thompson-hall-a-christmas-story-by-anthony-trollope-part-1-of-4  Part 2: https://cozychristmas.libsyn.com/christmas-at-thompson-hall-a-christmas-story-by-anthony-trollope-part-2-of-4  Part 3:  I know it says there will be 4 parts, but it's just 3. Sorry for any confusion!  Alright, I will have one more Christmas episode out on December 27th. Yes it will be two days after Christmas, but that's ok. Christmas is a season, not just a day! I hope you enjoy our story today! Ways to support the show: Rate and review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-cozy-christmas-podcast/id1523423375  Buy me a coffee? www.ko-fi.com/cozychristmas  Ornaments, Mugs, and Notebooks: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CozyChristmasPodcast  Logo shirt designs: http://tee.pub/lic/edygC_h4D1c    Contact Me: facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cozychristmaspodcast  instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cozychristmaspodcast/  twitter: https://twitter.com/CozyXmasPod  youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCikiozEbu0h9pKeI1Ei5TQ email: cozychristmaspodcast@gmail.com     #podcast #christmas #christmaspodcast #anthonytrollope #christmasstory

Back Seat Coaches
Episode 153: The Winter Classic VI - Sloppy Slogans and Beating Off Bears

Back Seat Coaches

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2023 115:53


To celebrate the festivities, we're joined by the specialest guest, Emma! She joins us in laughing at Mad Jens, choose a Victorian Christmas game to play and guesses at some Christmas charades. Then she's subjected to the jingle top of the pops, we laugh at a well lit house and Emma chooses her own Christmas gift. And we finish up with a traditional team of the week and laugh at some kids on sheep. Merry Christmas, one and all!Support the show

UFO Paranormal Radio & United Public Radio
The Outer Realm - Dr. Darryll Walsh - Victorian Christmas Traditions -Story Telling

UFO Paranormal Radio & United Public Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 116:57


Thursday night live The Outer Realm welcomes back special guest Dr. Darryll Walsh. Episode 399 Date: December 21st, 2023 Discussion: Victoria Christmas Traditions, Story Telling and more! About The guest: Dr. Daryll Walsh will be sharing a special type of Christmas story from days of old. Since childhood, Darryll Walsh has dedicated his life in pursuit of paranormal. A holder of a doctorate in parapsychology, he taught various courses in parapsychology at the Nova Scotia Community College, even as he pursued graduate studies in counselling psychology. He has authored four supernatural books: “Ghosts of Nova Scotia”, “Ghost Waters: Canada's Haunted Sea and Shores”, “Legends and Monsters of Atlantic Canada”, and “That Which Survives: The Case of the Near-Death Experience”. Proclaimed “Canada's Ghost Hunter” by the Ottawa Citizen. He has also researched, written and produced documentaries and television including “Zombie Mania”, “Pretty Bloody”, “Bigfoot's Reflection” and “City of the Dead: Halifax and Titanic Disaster”. He hosted and narrated 13 episodes of the television series Shadow Hunter from 2005-2006. He was also consulted in episode #204 Poltergeist Phenomenon on the television show Supernatural Investigator. He is presently engaged in obtaining his doctorate in clinical psychology which will make him Canada's first clinical parapsychologist; trained to treat those adversely affected by their experience of the supernatural. Darryll has extensive experience in media relations, appearing on The Discovery Channel, CTV, Global, CBC 1 radio, and being extensively interviewed by national and regional newspapers such as The Globe and Mail, The Ottawa Citizen, The Chronicle Herald, and the Daily News, using his comprehensive knowledge and experience to clarify and educate various topics in the paranorm

United Public Radio
The Outer Realm - Dr. Darryll Walsh - Victorian Christmas Traditions -Story Telling

United Public Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 116:57


Thursday night live The Outer Realm welcomes back special guest Dr. Darryll Walsh. Episode 399 Date: December 21st, 2023 Discussion: Victoria Christmas Traditions, Story Telling and more! About The guest: Dr. Daryll Walsh will be sharing a special type of Christmas story from days of old. Since childhood, Darryll Walsh has dedicated his life in pursuit of paranormal. A holder of a doctorate in parapsychology, he taught various courses in parapsychology at the Nova Scotia Community College, even as he pursued graduate studies in counselling psychology. He has authored four supernatural books: “Ghosts of Nova Scotia”, “Ghost Waters: Canada's Haunted Sea and Shores”, “Legends and Monsters of Atlantic Canada”, and “That Which Survives: The Case of the Near-Death Experience”. Proclaimed “Canada's Ghost Hunter” by the Ottawa Citizen. He has also researched, written and produced documentaries and television including “Zombie Mania”, “Pretty Bloody”, “Bigfoot's Reflection” and “City of the Dead: Halifax and Titanic Disaster”. He hosted and narrated 13 episodes of the television series Shadow Hunter from 2005-2006. He was also consulted in episode #204 Poltergeist Phenomenon on the television show Supernatural Investigator. He is presently engaged in obtaining his doctorate in clinical psychology which will make him Canada's first clinical parapsychologist; trained to treat those adversely affected by their experience of the supernatural. Darryll has extensive experience in media relations, appearing on The Discovery Channel, CTV, Global, CBC 1 radio, and being extensively interviewed by national and regional newspapers such as The Globe and Mail, The Ottawa Citizen, The Chronicle Herald, and the Daily News, using his comprehensive knowledge and experience to clarify and educate various topics in the paranorm

Ghosts 'N Bears Podcast
Ghosts 'N Bears - SE3 EP9- The Annual Victorian Christmas Episode

Ghosts 'N Bears Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 88:28


It's that time of year again my little Christmas angels!   We jump back in to the time when ghost stories were a "Christmas Only" kind of thing.  The nights were dark, the houses cold and full of shadows and at a rare time of year when the family was together and not working for just one day of the year, there was nothing better than to get the magazines and find the newest and scariest ghost stories in the style of Charles Dickens, at least that's what you did in the 1860's.  Join us as we hear two terrifying tales of ghosts, loss, treasure and mayhem that occurred at Christmas's long past, the authors long dead, but their words live on to hold the tradition of making Christmas bright, by making it just a little bit more spooky.  Merry Christmas or any other winter festival of your choice and we will see you for the start of Season Four of Ghosts 'N Bears when we come back in February after our break. 

A Cozy Christmas Podcast
Christmas at Thompson Hall: A Christmas Story by Anthony Trollope, Part 2 of 4

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 30:08


Christmas is practically here! To help you get in the mood, we're going to continue out story today, Christmas at Thompson Hall, by Anthony Trollope.  Will Mrs. Brown be able to get out of the mess she finds herself in? Will Mr. Brown ever stop complaining about being sick? Will they get to Thompson Hall in time for Christmas? Take a listen today and see what happens next! Part 3 will be out on December 22nd, and Part 4 will be out December 24th! Ways to support the show: Rate and review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-cozy-christmas-podcast/id1523423375  Buy me a coffee? www.ko-fi.com/cozychristmas  Ornaments, Mugs, and Notebooks: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CozyChristmasPodcast  Logo shirt designs: http://tee.pub/lic/edygC_h4D1c    Contact Me: facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cozychristmaspodcast  instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cozychristmaspodcast/  twitter: https://twitter.com/CozyXmasPod  youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCikiozEbu0h9pKeI1Ei5TQ email: cozychristmaspodcast@gmail.com     #podcast #Christmas #christmaspodcast #victorian

Ghouls Night In
A Crazy Victorian Christmas

Ghouls Night In

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 32:57


Penny & Midge are celebrating Christmas the Victorian way - with a reading of the 1908 Christmas ghost story, "The Kit-Bag" by Algernon Blackwood. The video version of this episode is also available to watch now on the Midge Munster youtube channel! Merry Christmas, ghouls! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Cover art by Alex Zimdars

KVMR News
The Newest Members Of The KVMR News and Public Affairs Team Report On Victorian Christmas

KVMR News

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 6:11


Susan Brandt, Marney Blair, and Paul Cummings have joined the KVMR family! They covered Nevada City's last Victorian Christmas of the year as part of their first assignment. 

Breakfast with Mom
Episode 21: A Victorian Christmas Story

Breakfast with Mom

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 71:32


Welcome back to Breakfast with Mom!We are continuing our Christmas series.  Today's Christmas ghost story comes from the Victorian Era, 1868 to be exact.  My resources can be found in the show notes.This story is called A Strange Christmas Game written by Charlotte Eliza Lawson Riddell also known as Mrs J. H. Riddell.  Charlotte Riddell was born on September 30, 1832 in Carrickfergus, County Antrim, IrelandResources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlotte_Riddellhttps://multoghost.files.wordpress.com/2016/12/strangechristmasgame1.pdfTerri Reid books: https://www.bookseriesinorder.com/terri-reid/All the things: Music: "A Sip of Coffee to Relieve Stress" by Katzen TupasLogo Artwork: Strawbeary Studios https://www.youtube.com/@StrawbearyStudios/featuredEpisode was researched, written and edited by ShanoaSocial Media:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090200010112X (formerly Twitter): @breakfastmompodEmail: breakfastwithmompodcast@gmail.comWebsite: https://breakfastwithmompodcast.com/

Supernatural Smut
139: A Victorian Christmas Ghost Story

Supernatural Smut

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 34:39


Tonight we are talking about Victorian ghost stories. What did people do on Christmas Eve in the old times? Tell ghost stories of course, and we have a good one.

Hypnogoria
Ghosts of Christmas Door 08 - The Mistletoe Bride of Bramshill House

Hypnogoria

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2023 4:25


Behind Door 08 the story of a haunting that was a favourite to recounted at Victorian Christmas gatherings

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Ghosts of Christmas Door 08 - The Mistletoe Bride of Bramshill House

FROM THE GREAT LIBRARY OF DREAMS PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2023 4:24


Behind Door 08 of the Ghosts of Christmas Advent Calendar - the story of a haunting that was a favourite to recounted at Victorian Christmas gatherings --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hypnogoria/message

Talks and Lectures
A History of Royal Christmas Celebrations

Talks and Lectures

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 59:09


Dive into the history of Royal Christmas celebrations in our palaces with this bonus seasonal episode. Chief mischief-maker Curator Charles Farris is joined by fellow Curator Lee Prosser, and Historic Kitchens Manager Richard Fitch, to kick off the season of revelry with some Christmas tomfoolery.  We'll be back next week to continue The Six Tudor Queens series.  For the Victorian Christmas pudding recipe go to:  www.hrp.org.uk/blog/a-christmas-pudding-recipe-with-a-victorian-twist     And to find out what's on in our Palaces this Christmas go to:  www.hrp.org.uk/whats-on-all-the-palaces  

World According To Noah
Victorian Yuletide: Unwrapping the Charms of Old Christmas Games

World According To Noah

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 31:51


Step back in time with us, dear listeners, to an era of candlelit parlors and horse-drawn sleighs. Welcome to a nostalgic episode of "World According to Noah," where we're dusting off the pages of history to explore the charming world of old Victorian Christmas games. Picture yourself in a cozy Victorian parlor adorned with holly and ivy, where laughter and merriment fill the air. Join us as we unwrap the stories behind classic Christmas games that entertained families during this enchanting era. From parlor games that tested wit and skill to delightful activities that brought joy to all ages, we're taking you on a journey through the festive past. So, light the candles, pour a cup of warm spiced cider, and join us in the spirited celebration of Victorian Christmas games. It's a delightful stroll down memory lane, and we can't wait to share the magic with you!

Tales of Southwest Michigan's Past
S2 E146 - Victorian Christmas Traditions & Other Stories

Tales of Southwest Michigan's Past

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 44:26


In this episode I explore the origins of many present day Christmas traditions that originated in the Victorian Era. I also discuss different countries who have influenced the holiday, including England, Germany, Scandanavia, Latin America and the USA. Many of these traditions were held as a custom by pioneers in Southwest Michigan, and there was also a large influence by Charles Dickens. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com For tickets to 'Tales of Christmas Past' visit: https://events.humanitix.com/tours/christmaspast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talesofsouthwestmipast/message

Louisiana Anthology Podcast
550. Shane K. Bernard

Louisiana Anthology Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2023


550. Part 1 of our conversation with Shane K. Barnard about his research into Tabasco Sauce and Bayou Teche. Holding a Ph.D. in history, Bernard has served as historian and curator to McIlhenny Company for over twenty-five years. He is the author of Tabasco: An Illustrated History and several books about Cajun and Creole history. "Teche: A History of Louisiana's Most Famous Bayou. Recipient of a 2017 Book of the Year Award presented by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities. Shane K. Bernard's Teche examines this legendary waterway of the American Deep South. Bernard delves into the bayou's geologic formation as a vestige of the Mississippi and Red Rivers, its prehistoric Native American occupation, and its colonial settlement by French, Spanish, and, eventually, Anglo-American pioneers. He surveys the coming of indigo, cotton, and sugar; steam-powered sugar mills and riverboats; and the brutal institution of slavery. He also examines the impact of the Civil War on the Teche, depicting the running battles up and down the bayou and the sporadic gunboat duels, when ironclads clashed in the narrow confines of the dark, sluggish river" (Google Books). This week in Louisiana history. November 24, 1813. W.C.C. Claiborne offers $500 reward for Jean Lafitte's capture. This week in New Orleans history. Lee Dorsey Passes Away, December 2, 1986. Born in New Orleans on December 24, 1924,  singer Irving Lee Dorsey was a childhood friend of Fats Domino. His biggest hits were "Ya Ya" (1961) and "Working in the Coal Mine" (1966). Much of his work was produced by Allen Toussaint with instrumental backing provided by the Meters. Dorsey died in New Orleans on December 2, 1986. This week in Louisiana. Victorian Christmas Joseph Jefferson Home & Rip Van Winkle Gardens 5505 Rip Van Winkle Rd. New Iberia LA 70560 Tours of the Joseph Jefferson Home and Rip Van Winkle Gardens decorated for the Holiday Season. November 28, 2022 — December 31, 2023 Website Phone: (337) 359-8525 Email: ripsrookery@yahoo.com Postcards from Louisiana. Sam Bee and Bailey Barrows write a Thanksgiving poem on Frenchmen St. Listen on Google Play. Listen on Spotify. Listen on TuneIn. The Louisiana Anthology Home Page. Like us on Facebook. 

A Cozy Christmas Podcast
Christmas Storms and Sunshine: A Victorian Holiday Story by Elizabeth Gaskell

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 43:31


In this heartwarming episode of "The Cozy Christmas Podcast," we invite you to gather 'round and experience the magic of a classic Victorian Christmas tale. Join us as we delve into Elizabeth Gaskell's enchanting story, "Christmas Storms and Sunshine," where we explore the true spirit of the season. Set in a quaint English village, we follow the journey of a young family who, for too long, harbored grudges against their neighbors. Will a near-disaster during the holiday season prompt a transformation in their hearts? Mrs. Gaskell's classic tale offers us a lesson of reconciliation, community, and the power of Christmas goodwill. It's a story that reminds us all that even in the coldest of winters, the warmth of our hearts can melt away any frosty disputes and lead us to a more harmonious, joy-filled holiday season.   Rate and review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-cozy-christmas-podcast/id1523423375  Buy me a coffee? www.ko-fi.com/cozychristmas  Ornaments, Mugs, and Notebooks: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CozyChristmasPodcast  Logo shirt designs: http://tee.pub/lic/edygC_h4D1c    Contact Me: facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cozychristmaspodcast  instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cozychristmaspodcast/  twitter: https://twitter.com/CozyXmasPod  youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCikiozEbu0h9pKeI1Ei5TQ email: cozychristmaspodcast@gmail.com  

Destination On The Left
Episode 329: Turning a Food Tour into a Tourism Experience, with Bonnie Hayes and Debra Smith

Destination On The Left

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 38:47


Bonnie Hayes is the Director for Tourism Development for the City of Thomasville, a position she has held for seven years and thoroughly enjoys. Before working for the City, Bonnie was teaching Video Broadcast in the Thomasville School System as well as being the on-air host of Thomasville Today, a local event-focused TV program. Many people recognize her from the TV program or remember her holding puppies and other animals in her pet store, Pet Stop, which she opened when she arrived in Thomasville. A graduate of Florida State University, Bonnie is originally from the Florida panhandle but has called Thomasville home for over 25 years. When she has time, she works in her yard, takes care of her many pets, or travels with her husband and college-age twins. Debra Smith is a retired teacher who taught in the Thomasville School System for 30 years. She retired at age 51, and after growing bored sitting at home, she knew she needed to do something. Debra decided to investigate food tours, and she went to Food Tour Pros in Chicago to learn how to do food tours. Her first tour was on March 24, 2013. As of today, Debra has hosted 1469 tours and 11800+ guests. Her company was named Small Business of the Year in 2018 and GA CVCB Travel Trail Blazers in 2022. Debra gives credit to her wonderful guides, who she couldn't do this business without, and she notes that she has the best team! On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Bonnie Hayes and Debra Smith about the power of collaboration between a tourism office and a local tour operator. We discuss the partnership between their two organizations, how they support each other, and how this collaboration led to an elevated visitor experience. What You Will Learn in this Episode: How the partnership between Taste of Thomasville and the Visitors Centre has evolved The process of shaping the food tour into an authentic tourist experience Why Bonnie nominated Debra for the Trailblazer Award Debra's lessons learned from ten years in the travel and tourism business The importance of being visible and asking questions How Debra built her partnerships with local restaurants and why personal connection was so important in building those relationships Upcoming events and festivals happening in Thomasville The Value of Personal Connection In the world of tourism, personal connections, collaborations, and partnerships are key to success. This is especially true for the tour industry, where visitors are looking for a unique and memorable experience. Debra, who has been running her Taste of Thomasville tour for ten years, understands this better than anyone. Bonnie Hayes, Director for Tourism Development for the City of Thomasville, also shares more about how her organization created a collaboration with Debra and how their partnership has evolved over the years. An Innovative Tourism Experience Debra and Bonnie have continued to shape the restaurant tour into a tourism product that appeals to a range of visitors. This meant creating not only a daytime tour on weekends but also an evening tour where guests could have drinks in a range of fun establishments. But their creativity didn't stop there. When large groups come into town for events like the Victorian Christmas festival, Debra also curates specific experiences to entertain visitors during the day. For her outstanding contributions to the tourism industry, Debra won the Trailblazer Award, which celebrates individuals who have significantly impacted the travel industry and helped shape how we experience new places. Debra's dedication and creativity have undoubtedly earned her this recognition. The Future for Taste of Thomasville As the popularity of the food tour in Thomasville continues to grow, there are always new ideas and possibilities for expanding the experience. One such idea that has been on the mind of Debra and Bonnie is to incorporate more of the town's art district, also known as the “bottom,” into the tour. This area has some great restaurants currently not included in the tour's walking path, so the hope is to eventually create a third tour called “Breakfast on the Bottom,” which would showcase these establishments. In addition to expanding the tour for adults, there are plans to continue offering tours geared toward children and high school students. The children's tour has become particularly popular, with many elementary and middle schools taking field trips to participate. Meanwhile, the culinary tour for high school students allows them to learn from the owners and managers of local restaurants and get a behind-the-scenes look at the culinary industry. Resources: Website: https://thomasvillega.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/visitthomasville Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thomasvillega/ Georgia Trend Magazine We value your thoughts and feedback and would love to hear from you. Leave us a review on your favorite streaming platform to let us know what you want to hear more of. Here is a quick tutorial on how to leave us a rating and review on iTunes!: https://breaktheicemedia.com/rating-review/

A Cozy Christmas Podcast
A New Heart for a New Year, Always! The Chimes, Chapter 2

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 49:33


In today's episode I share just a little bit of book club news, then we get into chapter 2 of The Chimes by Charles Dickens.  Things get a little spooky in this chapter, as Trotty helps a stranger and his young neice. Then while reading the news one evening he comes across a tragic story... and begins to hear the ghostly call of The Chimes. Find out what happens in today's chapter! Ways to support the show: Rate and review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-cozy-christmas-podcast/id1523423375  Buy me a coffee? www.ko-fi.com/cozychristmas  Ornaments, Mugs, and Notebooks: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CozyChristmasPodcast  Logo shirt designs: http://tee.pub/lic/edygC_h4D1c    Contact Me: facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cozychristmaspodcast  instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cozychristmaspodcast/  twitter: https://twitter.com/CozyXmasPod  youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCikiozEbu0h9pKeI1Ei5TQ email: cozychristmaspodcast@gmail.com    #charlesdickens #christmas #thechimes

We Would Be Dead
Scary Ghost Stories Vol. 3 (Victorian Christmas Tales)

We Would Be Dead

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2022 82:49


Gather 'round the fire fiends and let's bring back a time honored tradition...again! Christmastime ghost stories. Another episode perfect for a chilly and festive evening. Merry Christmas, fiends! Buy the book here WWBD Merch WWBD MERCH SHOP  Sponsors Shore Soaps Try Audible Plus Give the Gift of Audible! Kindle Unlimited Membership Amazon Prime Free Trial Join the Conversation         

The English Heritage Podcast
Episode 194 - From St Nicholas to Scrooge: exploring Victorian Christmas traditions

The English Heritage Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 47:16


This week, we're taking a very festive look back at the Christmas traditions that started in the Victorian period and are still with us today. We'll also examine the role that Charles Dickens played in shaping Christmas as we know it – and find out how the man himself celebrated the festive season with his family. Joining us are Properties Historians' Team Leader, Dr Andrew Hann, and Director of the Dickens Museum in London, Dr Cindy Sughrue. To learn more about the Victorian origins of some of today's Christmas traditions, go to www.english-heritage.org.uk/christmas/victorian-christmas-traditions

Tomb With A View
Episode 133: Scary Ghost Stories and Tales of the Glories of Christmases Long, Long Ago

Tomb With A View

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 31:51


Everyone knows A Christmas Carol...Why were the Victorians so obsessed with telling ghost stories at Christmas? And why did the tradition never really catch on in the United States?FacebookInstagram

Scandal Water
A Dickens of a Good Time at the Conrad-Caldwell Candlelight Christmas Tour

Scandal Water

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 51:07


In the early 1800s Christmas was not the festive holiday it is today. Queen Victoria and Charles Dickens helped change that. In fact, through Victoria's influence on popular culture and Dickens' literary reach, these two important figures helped create and spread many of the holiday traditions that we still follow today. In this special holiday episode, Candy and Ashley (along with their husbands, Kirk and Brian) celebrate the Victorian Christmas, often referred to as the Dickens Christmas, with a field trip to the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum in Louisville, Kentucky.  Join the two couples as they share their reactions to a candlelight tour of this stunning historic home, including fascinating insights shared by tour guides and the director of the Conrad-Caldwell House. This is one holiday treat you won't want to miss! Website for the Conrad-Caldwell House: https://conrad-caldwell.org/ #CharlesDickens #QueenVictoria #ConradCaldwellHouse #CandlelightChristmas #Louisville 

British History: Royals, Rebels, and Romantics
Christmas with Jane Austen and Charles Dickens! (ep 140)

British History: Royals, Rebels, and Romantics

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 30:53


Tracing Christmas celebrations through the years, from the novels of Jane Austen to Charles Dickens and A Christmas Carol.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydCreative Director: Lindsey LindstromMusic: History by Andy_Grey via Audio Jungle, Music Broadcast License

There Might Be Cupcakes Podcast
85: Victorian Christmas: Fingering Death

There Might Be Cupcakes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 29:33


In which Carla shares lots of good news, and reads more Victorian horror for the holidays.Sources and Recommended Reading:The Valancourt Book of Victorian Christmas Ghost Stories (pp. 117-123) https://bookshop.org/a/6560/9781943910564Ada Buisson on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/18335715.Ada_BuissonBelgravia catalog archive: https://catalog.hathitrust.org/Record/000680041There Might Be Cupcakes on IMDb:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22815734/episodeshttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt22815734/Referenced Episodes:4: …And Things That Go Bump in the Night21: Nine Days and Two Car Seats35: Unexpected UVA Voices47: The Goblin and the Paw75: Holly Jolly ChristmasHow to Support Cupcakes:Audible: https://www.audible.com/ep/creator?source_code=PDTGBPD060314004RCare/Of Vitamins: https://takecareof.com/invites/chr4bwPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/theremightbecupcakesand please visit my lovely sponsors that share their ads on my episodes.Where to Find Cupcakes:Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/theremightbecupcakesFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theremightbecupcakesTwitter: @mightbecupcakesInstagram: @theremightbecupcakes and @carlahauntedReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theremightbecupcakes r/theremightbecupcakesGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/804047-there-might-be-cupcakes-podcast-groupContact: carla@theremightbecupcakes.com Complete list of ways to listen to the podcast on the sidebar at http://theremightbecupcakes.com

Louisiana Anthology Podcast
497. The Pirate Jean Lafitte

Louisiana Anthology Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2022


497. We interview Ashley Oliphant and Beth Yarbrough about the book they wrote, Jean Laffite Revealed: Unraveling One of America's Longest-Running Mysteries. The book "takes a fresh look at the various myths and legends surrounding one of the last great pirates. Beginning in 1805, the book traces Laffite through his rise to power as a privateer and smuggler in the Gulf, his involvement in the Battle of New Orleans, his flight to Texas, and his eventual disappearance in the waters of the Caribbean. With stunning revelations, this book picks up the trail from there—a trail that no one knew existed until now. This carefully researched work is a bona fide wild ride that will silence long-held speculation about Laffite's ultimate fate" (ULL Press).This week in Louisiana history. November 27 1813 Jean Lafitte offers $1,500 reward for the capture of Gov. W.C.C. Clairborne. This week in New Orleans history. To raise the money to re-publish a new, updated edition of My Awakening, David Duke instigated a 21-day fundraising drive on November 26, 2007 where he had to raise "$25,344 by a December 17 deadline for the printers." Duke stated that this drive was necessary because the work "has become the most important book in the entire world in the effort to awaken our people for our heritage and freedom." This week in Louisiana. Victorian Christmas at the Joseph Jefferson Home & Rip Van Winkle Gardens 5505 Rip Van Winkle Rd. New Iberia LA 70560 November 28, 2022 - December 31, 2022 9:00am - 4:00pm Tours of the Joseph Jefferson Home and Rip Van Winkle Gardens decorated for the Holiday Season. View Website Phone: 337-359-8525 Email: ripsrookery@yahoo.com Postcards from Louisiana. NOLA Chorus Girls & Dr. Queen G. Listen on Google Play.Listen on Google Podcasts.Listen on Spotify.Listen on Stitcher.Listen on TuneIn.The Louisiana Anthology Home Page.Like us on Facebook.