Best cwfc Podcasts (2025)

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CWFC 150 – Jimmy Hawkins/It’s a Very Muppet Christmas Movie [Christmas Podcast Day Bonus Episode] 1:10:06

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On this special, super-sized Christmas Podcast Day episode, Jimmy Hawkins (Little Tommy from It’s a Wonderful Life) stops by to talk about his new book, The Heart of It’s a Wonderful Life: How the Most Inspirational Movie of All Time Still Inspires the Spirit. We’ll also be celebrating Muppetvember by doing a deep dive into It’s a Very Merry Muppet…

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CWFC 149 – “Modern” Christmas Movies with Alonso Duralde 59:27

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On this episode, film critic, podcaster, and author Alonso Duralde joins Tim for the entire show. We’ll be talking about his new book, Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas, Revised and Updated Edition. We’ll also have a conversation about modern Christmas movies and countdown the most re-watch worthy Christmas movies to come out since 2010. Downl…

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CWFC 148 – Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) 49:10

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On this episode, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 2000 adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas starring Jim Carrey. We’ll also countdown the top five Naughty or Nice segments from Jimmy Kimmel Live, and we’ll find a Christmasy way for you to do something delicious with those fall apples. Download here! 00:00 – 01:40 Intro 01…

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CWFC 147 – Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town 38:33

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On this episode, we’re going to take a look back at the 1970 Rankin/Bass classic Santa Claus is coming to town. We’ll also use some of that wintery Christmas magic to keep your drink cold, learn a little bit about a special kind of art project, and we’ll count down the top 5 Christmas versions of non-Christmas songs Download here! 00:00 – 01:43 Int…

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CWFC 146 – 10th Anniversary Special: A Bomb For Christmas Cast Reunion 58:22

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On this episode, we celebrate 10 years of the podcast and 5 years of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie, A Bomb For Christmas…with a cast reunion. We have a conversation about the making of the movie, what the cast has been up to since, and a special announcement about the future! Download here! 00:00 – 03:22 Intro/A brief look back at 10 years o…

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CWFC 145 – A Bomb For Christmas – 5th Anniversary (Parts 7 & 8) 30:44

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On this episode, we conclude the the 5th Anniversary presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas” with parts 7 and 8. This has all been leading up to our cast reunion episode on July 25th. Brief Synopsis: Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whether she wants it or not. Now she’s back in…

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CWFC 144 – A Bomb For Christmas – 5th Anniversary (Parts 5 & 6) 25:08

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On this episode, we continue the the 5th Anniversary presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas” with parts 5 and 6. We will be releasing two parts of the movie every Wednesday leading up to our cast reunion episode on July 25th. Brief Synopsis: Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whet…

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CWFC 143 – A Bomb For Christmas – 5th Anniversary (Parts 3 & 4) 26:18

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On this episode, we continue the the 5th Anniversary presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas” with parts 3 and 4. We will be releasing two parts of the movie every Wednesday leading up to our cast reunion episode on July 25th. Brief Synopsis: Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whet…

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CWFC 142 – A Bomb For Christmas – 5th Anniversary (Parts 1 & 2) 24:40

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On this episode, we bring you the the 5th Anniversary presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas.” We will be releasing two parts of the movie every Wednesday leading up to our cast reunion episode on July 25th. Brief Synopsis: Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whether she wants it o…

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CWFC 141 – Poinsettia aka Cuetlaxochitl aka Flor de Nochebuena 29:53

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On this episode, we’re going to look at the surprisingly complex history of one Christmas’ most popular plants, the poinsettia, aka the cuetlaxōchitl, aka Flor de Nochebuena. We’ll also give you a tip to make your lawn more festive in the off season and we’ll help you mentally beat the heat as we count down the top 5 Christmas songs that talk about…

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CWFC 140 – The Yule Goat (Julbocken) 33:23

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On this episode, we’re going to explore the very colorful history of Scandinavia’s favorite Christmas animal, the Yule Goat. We’ll also count down the top 5 corporate Christmas marketing fails, give you an EGGcelent deep fried recipe sure to be a hit at a Christmas party or any party, and listener Chris will give us his micro reviews of multiple fi…

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CWFC 139 – What Do Sand Dollars Have To Do With Christmas? 24:54

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On this episode, we’re going to hit the beach and answer the question, what does a sand dollar have to do with Christmas? We’ll also count down the top 5 Christmas yacht rock songs, get an expensive glimpse at our Christmas future, and find a little year round Christmas in the Most Magical Place on Earth. Download here! 00:00 – 01:59 Intro 01:59 – …

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CWFC 138 – Christmas During the Great Depression 30:01

8M ago30:01

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On this episode, we take a look back at what Christmas was like durring the Great Depression. We also give you a fun Christmas candle craft idea and countdown the top non-Christmas songs from famous Christmas artists. Download here! 00:00 – 02:19 Intro/YouTube Announcement 02:19 – 03:59 We Need A Little Christmas Now 03:59 – 12:49 5 Golden Things –…

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CWFC 137 – Artificial Intelligence…The Future of Christmas? 37:29

9M ago37:29

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On this episode, we’re going to explore this new-fangled “Artificial Intelligence,” and we’re going to see what kind of effects A.I. will have on the way we celebrate Christmas. Tim also enlisted his sons to help make some Christmas in a cup, a listener points out more things we missed when discussing White Christmas last year, and we’ll be countin…

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CWFC 136 – Oliver Cromwell: The Man Who Banned Christmas? 31:00

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On this episode, we’re going to talk about Oliver Cromwell and the English ban on Christmas. We’ll also take Amazon Prime to task for ruining a Christmas classic, find a way to make Christmas cinema last all year, and we’ve got the top 5 songs from Christmas movies that aren’t about Christmas. Download here! 00:00 – 02:59 Intro 02:59 – 04:54 We Nee…

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CWFC 135 – Year-End Bonus Episode: Are Americans “Over” Christmas Traditions? 17:19

11M ago17:19

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On this bonus episode, we respond to some listener comments, investigate a disturbing poll about waning interest in Christmas traditions, and sing a “Wicked” new parody song. Download here! 00:00 – 01:22 Intro 01:22 – 05:28 Santa Babb’s Mailbag 05:28 – 09:48 All I Want For Christmas Is News 09:48 – 11:32 Try Some Caroling (Defying Gravity Parody) 1…

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CWFC 134 – Brenda Lee – Rockin’ Around More Than Just The Christmas Tree 38:30

11M ago38:30

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On this episode, we’ll be rockin around the life story of legendary singer Brenda Lee. Also, we’ll see how you voted in our Muppet themed Who Sang It Best, Tim’s oldest son will stop by to cook us a Christmas breakfast, and Gerry from totally rad Christmas will also be stopping by to give us his super-sized Five Golden Things. Download here! 00:00 …

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CWFC 133: The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade – The Kick Off Of Christmas 41:13

12M ago41:13

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On this episode, we’ll celebrate the 100th Anniversary of an event that’s the unofficial kick off of the Christmas season, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ll also give you a tip on how to put a little Blitzen in your breakfast, and Mike from the Advent Calendar House podcast stops by to help us celebrate Muppetvember with his Five Golden Thi…

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CWFC 132 – Bonus Episode: All I Want For Christmas Is News – Christmas Podcast Day Edition 14:42

1y ago14:42

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On this bonus episode for Christmas Podcast Day, we look at Christmas in the headlines with an entire episode devoted to the segment, “All I Want For Christmas Is News.” Download here! 00:00 – 02:22 Intro 02:22 – 09:48 All I Want For Christmas Is News 09:48 – 12:23 Wrap Up 12:23 – 14:41 Outtakes “We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine …

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CWFC 131 – White Christmas (with special guest: Alonso Duralde) 1:03:50

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On this episode, we have invited esteemed film critic and Christmas movie expert, Alonso Duralde, to join us and celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the classic film, White Christmas. We’ll also tell you how you can decorate your tree and help others at the same time, and Art from A Cozy Christmas Podcast stops by to give us his Five Golden Things. D…

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CWFC 130 – Fruitcake 27:44

1y ago27:44

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On this episode, we’ll learn about the Christmas dessert people love to hate or hate to love…Fruitcake. We’ll give you a way to add some Christmas to your fridge, put some Christmas into politics (sorta…not really…well, you’ll see) and Adam from Merry Britsmas stops by to give us his Five Golden Things. Download here! 00:00 – 01:46 Intro 01:46 – 04…

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CWFC 129 – It Came Upon The Midnight Clear 28:23

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On this episode, we’ll learn about the creation and inspiration behind the Christmas hymn, It Came Upon The Midnight Clear. We’ll also give you a recipe that lands on the intersection of Mexican cuisine, Italian cuisine, and Christmas spirit. We’ve got another Who Sang it Best, and Anthony and Thom from Tis The Podcast stop by to give us a list of …

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CWFC 128 – 9th Anniversary Listener Feedback Special – The Halifax Explosion & Tree for Boston 25:58

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On this episode, it’s time for our yearly listener feedback anniversary special. Today we’ll talk about how a tragedy lead to a yearly Christmas tradition between Halifax and Boston, give you a tip on ow to celebrate Christmas in July, and Tim’ mom will be stopping by for a special Five Golden Things. Download here! 00:00 – 01:41 Intro 01:41 – 02:5…

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CWFC 127 – Inflatables 33:36

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On this episode, we’re really gonna “blow things up” talking about Christmas inflatables. We’ve also got a tip for you about how to enjoy Christmas via the lens of foreign films, we’ve got the return of Who Sang it Best, and Jeff from the Lost Christmas podcast joins us to give us his Five Golden Things. Download here! 00:00 – 02:17 Intro 02:17 – 0…

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CWFC 126 – Gremlins…Is It A Christmas Movie? 38:54

1+ y ago38:54

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On this episode, we’ll play another round of everybody’s favorite game, “Is it a Christmas Movie” as we look at the 1984 film, Gremlins. We’ll also give you a tip on how Christmas can keep you safe and special guest Ken from the Sounds of Christmas podcast joins us to give us his top five picks for Christmas movies where music is essential to the s…

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CWFC 125 – The Christmas Shoes 40:19

1+ y ago40:19

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On this episode, Tim begrudgingly discusses the song, The Christmas Shoes, gives you a tip on how to get a taste of Christmas in paradise any time, and Robert from the Behind the Bells Podcast stops by to give his top 5 depictions of the North Pole. Download here! 00:00 – 01:42 Intro 01:42 – 03:23 Need a Little Christmas Now 03:23 – 21:07 5 Golden …

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CWFC 124 – Io, Saturnalia! 21:20

1+ y ago21:20

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On this episode, we’ll learn about a celebration that was kinda like Christmas but before Christmas, Saturnalia. We’ll also give you a tip to get a little more prepared for Christmas right now instead of waiting until the end of the year, we’ve got the winner of our recent Who Sang It Best poll, and Glen from the Seasons Eatings podcast joins us to…

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CWFC 123 – Advent 22:47

1+ y ago22:47

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On this episode, we’ll talk about that special time leading up to Christmas, Advent. We’ll also give you the recipe for a fun snack that you can customize with holiday style, we’ve got the return of “Who Sang It Best,” and special guest Scott from the Holly Jolly X’masu podcast gives us his five favorite lesser known Christmas movies. Download here…

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CWFC 122 – Barbie 31:29

2y ago31:29

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On this episode, we’ll take a look at one of the most popular Christmas toys of all time, Barbie. We’ll give you a tip on how to add some subtle Christmas to your yard and Sean from the Christmas Podcasts Podcast joins us to countdown the top five Christmas podcasts. Download here! 00:00 – 01:58 Intro 01:58 – 04:44 Need a Little Christmas Now 04:44…

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CWFC 121 – Merry Music Madness Winner + Top 5 Christmas Cookies 42:53

2y ago42:53

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On this episode, we’ll announce the winner of Merry Music Madness and count down the top 5 Christmas cookies. Download here! 00:00 – 01:04 Intro 01:04 – 03:20 Merry Music Madness Winner Announcement 03:20 – 36:58 5 Golden Things – Christmas Cookies 36:58 – 39:14 Wrap Up 39:14 – 42:53 Outtakes “We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine Ban…

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CWFC 120 – Merry Music Madness Finals: Bing Crosby vs Andy Williams 44:32

2y ago44:32

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On this episode, we do profiles on the two finalists of Merry Music Madness, Bing Crosby and Andy Williams, so YOU can vote on who is the ultimate Christmas singer. Download here! VOTE HERE FOR MERRY MUSIC MADNESS (FINAL FESTIVE FOUR) 00:00 – 02:14 Intro 02:14 – 02:53 Finals Announcement 02:53 – 23:16 Andy Williams 23:16 – 39:49 Bing Crosby 39:49 –…

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CWFC 119 – Straight No Chaser: An Interview with Jasper Smith 41:34

2y ago41:34

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On this episode, we are very lucky to have Jasper Smith from Straight No Chaser joining us during the middle of the group’s Sleighin’ It Tour. We’ll also share a fun way to enjoy your Christmas leftovers, count down the top 5 every day items to get when they’re Christmas themed, and we’ll reveal our Final Festive Four in Merry Music Madness. Downlo…

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CWFC 118 – A Sesame Street Christmas Carol (#ChristmasPodcastDay Bonus Episode) 17:11

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On this episode, we celebrate #ChristmasPodcastDay with a bonus episode all about A Sesame Street Christmas Carol. Download here! VOTE HERE FOR MERRY MUSIC MADNESS (Round 4) 00:00 – 02:25 Intro and welcome 02:25 – 12:56 A Sesame Street Christmas Carol 12:56 – 15:36 Wrap Up 15:36 – 17:11 Outtakes “We Wish You A Merry Christmas” United States Marine …

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CWFC 117 – Christmas Creep 35:26

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On this episode, we’ll talk about the phenomenon of “Christmas Creep.” We’ll find out how long it’s been happening (spoiler alert: way longer than you think) and give you some strategies to cope with the stress of it. We’ll also count down the top five Christmas world records, tell you how to listen to Christmas movies, and move on to round 4 of Me…

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CWFC 116 – The History of Secret Santa: A Weird and Wonderful Tale of Anonymous Giving 35:22

2y ago35:22

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On this episode, well learn about the crazy yet touching origins of Secret Santa. We’ll also countdown 5 more great Christmas commercials, pipe some of the happiest Christmas music on earth in your ears, and we’ll find out which Christmas singers are moving on to round 3 of Merry Music Madness. Download here! VOTE HERE FOR MERRY MUSIC MADNESS (Roun…

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CWFC 115 – The Rise of Pumpkin Spice 26:33

2y ago26:33

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On this episode, we’re going to talk about something that has become ubiquitous during the run up to Christmas, Pumpkin Spice. We’ll also tell you an easy way to make some adorable and delicious mini snowmen, we’ll count down the top five Christmas fire safety tips, and we’ll take another step closer to the final round of Merry Music Madness. Downl…

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CWFC 114 – Remembering Tony Bennett 43:22

2+ y ago43:22

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On this episode, it’s our 8th anniversary listener appreciation special. So, we’ll celebrate the legendary Tony Bennett, countdown the top five Australian Christmas traditions, and put a little Christmas in your workout routine. Plus, it’s finally time to move on to round 2 of Merry Music Madness. Download here! VOTE HERE FOR MERRY MUSIC MADNESS (R…

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CWFC 113 – Christmas Crackers and Christmas Fragrances 40:13

2+ y ago40:13

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On this episode, we’ll go across the pond and learn about an English holiday tradition, the Christmas cracker. Tim will also get his whole family involved in reviewing some Christmas essential oil fragrances. In addition, we’ll give you a tip to put Christmas in front of your eyes any day, and we’ll launch the final part of round 1 of Merry Music M…

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CWFC 112 – The Yule Lads 27:07

2+ y ago27:07

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On this episode, we’re traveling all the way to Iceland to hear the legend of the Yule Lads. We’ll also count down the top 5 Christmas movie quotes, discover a little bonus Christmas in the Pacific Northwest, and we’ve got the results from the latest round of voting in Merry Music Madness. Download here! VOTE HERE FOR MERRY MUSIC MADNESS (Round 1 –…

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CWFC 111 – The Guardians of The Galaxy Holiday Special 27:26

2+ y ago27:26

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On this episode, we’re taking Christmas intergalactic as we discuss the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday special. We’ll also countdown the top five minor characters who should have their own Christmas stories, we’ve got a way for you to welcome guest into your home…Christmas style, and we’ll share our first batch of results in Merry Movie Madness! D…

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CWFC 110 – Mrs. Claus 27:53

2+ y ago27:53

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On this episode, we’re going to give Santa’s main squeeze some long over due respect as we celebrate Mrs Claus. We’ve also got an egg-cellent recipe for you, we’ll countdown the top 5 times a Christmas movie poll got it wrong, and we’ll launch round one of our Christmas musician showdown Merry Movie Madness! Download here! VOTE HERE FOR MERRY MUSIC…

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CWFC 109 – Love & Christmas 22:10

2+ y ago22:10

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On this episode, we’re going to get all mushy on you as we examine romantic love at Christmas time. We’ll also teach you how to snack on some Christmas anytime, count down the top 5 places to find Christmas in Disneyland when it’s not Christmas time, and we’ll share with you then name you created for this year’s brands new segment. Download here! 0…

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CWFC 108 – When Should Christmas Decorations Come Down? 23:22

3y ago23:22

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On this episode, we’ll discuss when the Christmas decorations should come down. We’ll also run down the top 5 post Christmas deals Tim got this year, give you a “Christmas Now” tip that will help you sleep a little merrier tonight, and finally we need your help naming this year’s audience participation segment. Download here! 00:00 – 01:33 Intro 01…

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CWFC 107 – Unanswered Questions The Santa ClausE Films 22:23

3y ago22:23

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On this bonus episode, Tim breaks down some unanswered questions from the Santa ClausE films to see if the new series answers them. We’ll also wrap up Mer-Re-Castmas with It’s A Wonderful Life, and the Imaginary Listeners join the fun to salute Underneath The Tree. Download here! 00:00 – 01:58 Intro 03:09 – 07:41 Five Golden Things (Santa ClausE Qu…

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CWFC 106 – Die Hard 2…Is It A Christmas Movie? 24:52

3y ago24:52

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On this episode, we’ll side step the usual debate by talking about the sequel to Die Hard and decide if it is a Christmas movie. We’ll also countdown the top 5 misheard Christmas lyrics and add a Christmas twist to a favorite snack. Download here! 00:00 – 02:09 Intro 02:09 – 03:09 We Need a Little Christmas Now (Christmas Tree S’mores) 03:09 – 08:0…

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CWFC 105 – Black Friday and the Top 5 Holiday “Hacks” 27:56

3y ago27:56

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On this episode, we’ll look at the history of the most infamous shopping day of the year and the kick off to the Christmas shopping season, Black Friday. We’ll also count down the top five holiday “hacks” you can use to add a little more magic to your Christmas celebrations, we’ll talk a bit about Muppet Christmas goodness as we do every Muppetvemb…

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CWCF 104 – Brian Earl from Christmas Past (#ChristmasPodcastDay Bonus Episode) 50:45

3y ago50:45

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It’s a #ChristmasPodcastDay bonus episode as we welcome Brian Earl, host of Christmas Past and author of “Christmas Past: The Fascinating Stories Behind Our Favorite Holiday’s Traditions.’ Download here! 00:00 – 01:34 Intro 01:34 – 34:39 Brian Earl Interview 34:39 – 46:35 “Not My Holiday” Game 46:35 – 48:46 Wrap Up 48:46 – 50:44 Outtakes (now with …

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CWFC 103 – 75 Years of Toys For Tots 38:40

3y ago38:40

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On this episode, we celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Toys For Tots! We’ll also take some time to honor lost legend, Angela Lansbury. We’ll countdown the top five Christmas movie villains, recast the Santa Clause, continue to sing the praises of Underneath the Tree, and give you a chance to win a copy of Brian Earl’s new book, “Christmas Past: The …

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CWFC 102 – Underneath The Tree 27:27

3y ago27:27

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On this episode, we’ll be talking about one of Tim’s favorite Christmas songs, Underneath The Tree by Kelly Clarkson. We’ll also countdown the top 5 random Christmas facts, and we’ve got some great news about where you can get a little Christmas now…in bulk. Download here! 00:00 – 01:48 Intro 01:48 – 03:25 We Need a Little Christmas Now 03:25 – 07:…

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CWFC 101 – Muppets, Santa Clauses, and D23 with Dave from Mousetalgia (Bonus Episode) 47:21

3y ago47:21

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It’s a Ber months bonus episode! We’re going to take a look at some Christmas news that just came out of the D23 expo, including a deep dive into the Muppet Christmas Carol 30th anniversary panel with special guest, Dave from Mousetalgia! Also, we’ll hear news from the Santa Clauses panel, and, as promised, we’ve got your answers for the latest rou…

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