Tis the Podcast

We're Hurting Because Our Friend, The Water Heater Here, Is On Death's Door. (Ghosts - Season 4 - A Very Arondekar Christmas Parts 1 and 2)

Happy Tuesday, Christmas Fanatics!
This week, the elves travel back to Woodstone Manor to talk the newest episode of CBS' "Ghosts", which premiered this past December! For those who want to follow along at home, the episodes in question are:Season 4 - Episode 8 - A Very Arondekar Christmas Part 1Season 4 - Episode 9 - A Very Arondekar Christmas Part 2
Like with "Abbott Elementary", this is one show all three elves adore so you can be sure this is one festive, fun episode filled with laughs galore!  So settle back, relax, and enjoy! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

That Elf-Sized Elf Will Try To Perform Some Christmas Miracle And Reunite Me With That Man. (Abbott Elementary's Christmas Episodes - Season 4)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! We hope you had a fantastic weekend and enjoyed your Super Bowl parties - or your Superb *Owl* parties, if that's more your speed!This week, the elves are traveling back to Philly to discuss the brand new, Season 4 episodes of a show they all enjoy: "Abbott Elementary"! For those following along at home, the episodes in question are:- Season 4 - Episode 7 - Winter Show 
- Season 4 - Episode 8 - Winter Break
This is one festive, laugh-a-minute episode that you want to make sure not to miss! Not only does Anthony run through and give his thoughts on a whole host of movies he's seen this past week, but also because both Julia and Thom have a shocking confession to make about Run DMC's "Christmas in Hollis" that is sure to rock the very foundations of our show!So settle back, relax, and enjoy! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Salami Sticks Again This Year, Ray? (Christmas Eve in Miller's Point)

Happy Thursday, Christmas Fanatics! We're once again double-dropping this week to make up for a few missed weeks in January!This week, all three elves reunite to discuss the 2024 indie film, "Christmas Eve in Miller's Point"! While the movie lacks a plot, Anthony adored it while Julia and Thom did not. Why? Well, this one is more about lived experiences and whether or not you can relate to the holiday celebrations being depicted on screen. That said, while there's no real story to discuss here, it still elicits a good conversation between your three hosts about their individual Christmases going up, Italian holiday traditions, and much more in this festive and warm episode!So settle back, relax, and enjoy as the elves celebrate Christmas like it's 2006! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

It's Going To Be The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! (The Best Christmas Pageant Ever)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! And Happy February! We are one month closer to the most wonderful time of the year! 
This week, Julia and Anthony - sans Thom due to life! - gather to discuss the 2024 comedy film, "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever", which is based on the famous children's book of the same name by Barbara Robinson.
In many ways, it's similar to Hulu's 2024 offering, "Nutcrackers", but does the more family friendly story with more overt religious undertones work better for the elves than Ben Stiller's morose comedy? You'll just have to tune in to find out! But one thing's for sure: this is one festive episode that will definitely give you those warm Christmas fuzzies on this cold, February, Monday morning. 
So settle back, relax, and enjoy! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

I'll Be Back When You Least Expect It: Next Xmas! (Futurama Christmas Episodes)

Happy Thursday, Christmas Fanatics! This week we're double-dropping to make up for a few missed weeks this past month!
This specific episode was recorded when Julia was out of town celebrating her wedding anniversary, so Anthony and Thom are joined by "Film Strip"'s Ron Hogan and "Once Every Two Weeks"' Mark Ricks to discuss the Christmas episodes of the beloved cartoon, "Futurama"! In case you wanted to watch along at home, the episodes discussed are:- Season 2 - Episode 4 - Xmas Story - Season 3 - Episode 3 - A Tale of Two Santas - Season 6 - Episode 13 - Futurama Holiday Spectacular - Season 8 - Episode 6 - I Know What You Did Last Xmas So settle back, relax, and enjoy as the guys traverse the cosmos with the Planet Express crew to celebrate the holidays! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Act Like Normal Children! (Nutcrackers)

This week on "Tis the Podcast", the elves dive into the 2024 Hulu original film "Nutcrackers." When Ben Stiller's character is called to handle his recently deceased sister's affairs, he discovers her children living in a state of chaos on their rural Ohio farm. As this uptight city dweller grapples with his newfound responsibility to his feral nephews, will the spirit of Christmas - and a reimagined version of "The Nutcracker" - help him discover what family truly means? Join Anthony, Julia, and Thom as they discuss this unique holiday tale, debate Ben Stiller's performance, and explore whether this film earns its emotional payoff. Plus, hear their thoughts on rural internet connections, the magic of dance, and what makes a Christmas movie truly feel "Christmassy."Pour yourself some eggnog, cozy up by the fire, and join us for another lively discussion as we continue our mission to keep the Christmas spirit alive 365 days a year. Don't forget to share your thoughts with us on social media after listening! Enjoy! And thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Every Time A Grown Man Sharts Himself, A Demon Earns Its Horns. (Dear Santa)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! And Happy 2025!
To kick off the New Year, the elves gather to discuss the 2024 film, "Dear Santa"! Opinions are all over the place with this one, but one thing's for sure - regardless of what each individual elf thought of this movie, the discussion sure is fun! Because on top of walking through the plot of this film, they also discuss how their holiday seasons went, gifts they got, how they kicked off the new year, etc. Trust us when we say this is one episode you wanna be sure not to miss!
So settle back, relax, and enjoy! And never fear - while we're at the start of the year, every day that passes brings us closer to Christmas 2025, and we'll be there with you every step of the way to count down the days. Thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️
Side Note: There're some issues with the gain on Anthony's mic this episode, but they'll be resolved next week! 

Christmas Eve 2024 Story - Brian Baumgartner's and Ben Silverman's "The Night Before Christmas at Dunder Mifflin"

Happy Christmas Eve, everybody! Can you believe tomorrow’s the big day and that Santa’s already set out on his annual trip!? We sure can't!
To celebrate the occasion, please enjoy our annual Christmas Eve story, in which the elves read Brian Baumgartner's and Ben Silverman's "The Night Before Christmas at Dunder Mifflin"! Illustrated by Maël Gourmelen, this humorous retelling of "A Visit from St. Nicholas" is an elf-sized treat everyone can enjoy - not just fans of "The Office", though they will especially appreciate all of the callbacks and references to the iconic show! 
So take a break from the wrapping, settle back with your favorite holiday drink beside your Christmas tree in order to bask in its glow, and enjoy! 
As always, thanks for your love and support, y’all! Have a very Merry Christmas! We hope you have an amazing one, filled with food, drinks, laughter, and loved ones, and we hope that the big man in red brings you everything you asked for! We're looking forward to counting down to Christmas 2025 with all of y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Christmas Was Knocking On Wellington's Front Door. (That Christmas)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! Or should we say: Happy Christmas Adam, Happy Tibb's Eve, Happy the Day Before the Night Before Christmas, and Happy December 23rd!? Whatever you'd call it, we are only two days from Christmas 2024! Can you believe it? Where has the time gone?!To mark the occasion, Julia, Thom, and Anthony gather to discuss the brand-new, 2024, Netflix-holiday film, "That Christmas"! While many of our listeners seem to have a lot of love for this one, the elves are decidedly more mixed! Nevertheless, this a fun and festive discussion that's also filled with talk about why Anthony's mind was in the gutter while watching this film, rumors about the upcoming "Harry Potter" television series on HBO, and Anthony's recent Christmassy foray into New York City!
So, settle back, relax, and enjoy this fun episode that's sure to put you in the holiday mood and kick off the week of Christmas the correct way! And make sure to check your podcast feeds tomorrow for your annual Christmas Eve story! Fans of "The Office", in particular, will want to make sure to tune in for that one! 
As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! ❤️🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Let's Save Christmas. (Red One - Part Two)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! 
This week, Julia, Thom, and Anthony gather - sadly, not together in person this time - to finish their discussion on the 2024 film, "Red One". Listen as, along with Jack o'Malley and Callum Drift, they race to the finish, laughing along with and celebrating this fantastic, action-packed, and very festive film.
So settle back and enjoy! And, as always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! And get excited! Next week is Christmas!! ❤️🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️