Tis the Podcast

Merry Christmas To All, And To All, Shut The Hell Up! (Family Guy - First Six Christmas Episodes)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics!
While Julia enjoys Disney World with her family, Thom and Anthony soldier on by tackling something Julia has successfully avoided for years - “Family Guy”! In this episode, the guys review six of Seth MacFarlane's Christmas specials, from the classic "A Very Special Family Guy Freakin' Christmas" to "How the Griffin Stole Christmas."
Which episodes capture genuine holiday spirit? Which ones rely too heavily on failed attempts at humor? And which ones earn a perfect ten on the “Family Guy” scale? Thom and Anthony don't always agree in their ratings (what else is new?), but you can rest assured that they share plenty of memorable quotes and scenes along the way in this festive episode!
Additionally, they discuss the new “Harry Potter” HBO casting, complain about the cost of Disney World, and count down the days to Christmas!
Listen now and join us next week for Part Two of our “Family Guy” Christmas marathon!
Don't forget to leave us a review - they're the best Christmas-in-June gift you could give us! As always, thanks for your love and support, y’all! 🎁
 

It's Like Santa Ate The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree And Took A Big Dump On The Walls. (Last Man On Earth Christmas Episode)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! This episode was recorded pre-Memorial Day, but due to life, didn't get edited until this past weekend! Better late than never though, right?
Kick off your week the right way by joining Julia, Thom, and Anthony as they gather to discuss the one Christmas episode of the comedy, "Last Man on Earth"! For those following along at home, the episode in question is Season 2, Episode 10: "Secret Santa"! Regardless of the elves' opinions on the episode, and the show in general, we guarantee this is one festive, fun episode that's sure to inject some holiday spirit into your Monday morning! So settle back, relax, and enjoy! And, as always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Ryan Just admitted He Was Wrong. It's A Christmas Miracle! (Last Man Standing - Final 3 Christmas Episodes )

This week on "Tis the Podcast", the elves are back to keep the Christmas spirit alive all summer long! Thom, Julia, and Anthony dive into the final three festive episodes of "Last Man Standing", sharing laughs, hot takes, and a few heartfelt moments along the way.
First, the crew unpacks “The Gift of the Wise Man,” where Mike Baxter’s attempt to delegate Christmas duties goes hilariously off the rails.
Then, they tackle “My Name is Rob,” an episode that brings Eve home from the Air Force Academy with her new boyfriend, Rob. 
And finally, the team reviews “The Gift of the Mike Guy,” highlighting cast changes, the bittersweet humor of naming streets after the living, and the heartwarming tradition of decorating the family tree—even if the new Mandy’s energy just isn’t quite the same.
Along the way, there’s talk of summer reading by the pool, the latest "Superman" trailer, and the eternal debate over the best hot cocoa recipe. We'd love to hear from you and have share your own holiday drink secrets! (But be warned: Swiss Miss fans need not apply).
Tune in for a blend of nostalgia, critique, and Christmas cheer - we guarantee you it's the perfect dose holiday magic to get you through the long, hot week! Enjoy! And, as always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 

Me In A Santa Suit - I Don't Think So. (Last Man Standing - First Four Christmas Episodes)

Happy Wednesday, Christmas Fanatics! We're a few days late with this one, but better late than never, right?
Join Thom, Julia, and Anthony as they gather to discuss the first four episodes of Tim Allen's comedy series, "Last Man Standing"! For those following along at home, the episodes in question are:
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Last Christmas Standing
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Putting a Hit on Christmas
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Elfie
Season 4 - Episode 11 - Wedding Planning
As they often are when we cover television shows, this is one hilarious and festive episode that's sure to brighten your week! So settle back, relax, and enjoy! And makes sure to tune in Monday for the episode in which we cover the remaining Christmas episodes of the show!
As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

A Federal Offense Probably Puts You On The Naughty List This Year. (Holidays in Handfcuffs)

Happy Tuesday, Christmas Fanatics! What's this? A second episode drop this week? That's right! While we may have been slacking with editing lately, we haven't been slacking with recording! So since we missed releasing a new episode last week, you get to enjoy two this week! 🎵What Can We Say Except "You're Welcome"?🎵
Join Thom, Julia, and Anthony in an episode that will make you feel like you're traveling back in time, as this was supposed to release chronologically before our episode on "Kelly Clarkson Presents: When Christmas Comes Around"! Listen as they discuss the 2007, ABC Family Original Holiday Movie, "Holidays in Handcuffs"! Not to spoil the surprise, but Thom is actually the most well researched and prepared for this one! Shocking, we know! 
How does this fare against other ABC Family/Freeform, Hallmark, Lifetime, Netflix, and other "Made for TV" holiday content? You'll have to tune in to find out! One thing we can guarantee, however, is that this is one festive episode that's sure to help you start off your Tuesday on the right foot!
So, settle back, relax, and enjoy! As always, thanks for your support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Kelly Clarkson Presents: When Christmas Comes Around

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! Can you believe it's already the last Monday of April? We sure can't!
This week, Julia and Anthony sit down to discuss NBC's 2021 Holiday variety special, "Kelly Clarkson Presents: When Christmas Comes Around", which was timed to coincide with the release of the pop star's alum of the same name! Featuring big names like Ariana Grande and Amy Poehler amongst others, how does this one compare to other Christmas variety specials for the elves? You'll just have to tune in to find out! Trust us when we say, though: this is one festive episode that'll definitely put you in the Christmas spirit!So settle back, relax, and enjoy! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

I Must Get Scrooged. (The Naughty List of Mr. Scrooge)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! Can you believe that we're already less than a week out from Easter? We sure can't! This year is flying! 
This week, Julia and Anthony are sans Thom and - after catching up on recent movie releases - dive into the 2024 holiday-slasher film, "The Naughty List of Mr. Scrooge". Is this one of those B-movie schlockfests that's so bad it's good, à la "The Mean One"? Or is this merely a bad Lifetime movie of the week dressed up like a Christmas horror film? You'll just have to tune in to find out!
So settle back, relax, and enjoy this fun and festive episode, which is the perfect way to kickstart your week! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Ready To Make Some Christmas Magic? (The Merry Gentlemen)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics!This week, the elves gather to discuss the 2024, Netflix original holiday film, "The Merry Gentlemen"! Does this slightly more risqué version of a Hallmark movie have enough heart to give your hosts all of the Christmas feels? Is there a difference between a strip club and a male revue? And will this film enter anyone's holiday canon? You'll just have to tune in to find out!So sit back, relax, and enjoy this festive episode that we guarantee is the perfect way to kickstart your week! Enjoy! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

The Hat is Not Just Superstition (Holiday Touchdown: A Chief's Love Story)

Get ready for a cozy catch-up! After some time apart, the "Tis the Podcast" crew is BACK and brimming with stories from the past few weeks – family visits, movie marathons, and everything in between.
But the real action starts when we dive headfirst into the surprisingly delightful world of Hallmark's Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story! Yes, you heard that right. Will the elves actually enjoy a Hallmark movie about a Kansas City Chiefs-obsessed family? You'll just have to tune in to find out!
Join us as we break down the plot, gush over Hunter King and Tyler Haynes, and dissect the importance of a very lucky Chiefs hat. Enjoy this festive treat and, as always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 

The Champagne Is Bubbling, Entendres Are Doubling, When I Deck Your Halls! (A Nonsense Christmas With Sabrina Carpenter)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! And Happy St. Patrick's Day!
This week, Thom and Anthony gather - sans Julia, due to family commitments - to discuss the 2024, Netflix variety special, "A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter"! And in honor of Disney's live-action "Snow White" opening this week, we only have one question to ask y'all: "Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, which of our male elves is perviest of them all?" If the answer isn't obvious to you already, it will be after this episode! Because spoiler alert: one elf loved this innuendo-laden Christmas show, while one elf hated it!
So settle back, relax, and enjoy this festive, laugh-a-minute episode in which the men of "Tis the Podcast" discuss this very nonsense holiday special featuring superstar, Sabrina Carpenter! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🚂🔔 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️