Tis the Podcast

Recasting the ”Harry Potter” Movies in a [HBO] Max’s Television Remake!

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics!
Due to the elves' busy work schedules, we couldn't get a new episode recorded this week! But never fear! We have a timely, once patreon-exclusive episode dropping for you! 
This past week, [HBO] Max confirmed they are moving forward with a television adaptation of the "Harry Potter" books, adapting one book per season and producing all seven seasons over the course of a decade! Naturally, this elicited a lot of excitement online, and fan-casting has been running rampant!
Well, back in February, when rumors of a potential "Harry Potter" remake began swirling around, Julia, Thom, and Anthony gathered to recast the main adult characters in the series for the then hypothetical series! 
We know what you're thinking! Could anyone ever possibly top Alan Rickman as Snape, Dame Maggie Smith as Professor McGonagall, or any of the other incredible, British alumni that were part of the original cast? Probably not. But, we do our best to cast excellent actors and actresses in their own right to follow in those iconic footsteps, adhering slightly closer to the descriptions, personalities, and age ranges as established in J.K. Rowling's beloved book series. The only limitations we set for ourselves were: we couldn't choose the same actor for a role they played previously; and we wouldn't limit ourselves to British thespians. The result? Three very different, but equally as fun, fan-cast lists that we think you'll all enjoy!
So, settle back and enjoy this super fun blast from the recent past you want to be sure not to miss! As always, thanks for your love and support! We love y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Simply Having A Wonderful Christmastime. (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie [1998])

Happy Monday, Christmas fanatics! We hope you all had a wonderful Easter and hope that the Easter Bunny was good to you all!
This week, Julia, Anthony, and the effervescent Natalie Bickel (that's right, Thom is M.I.A. this week due to dad duties) travel to the north pole to visit the most famous reindeer of all and discuss his 1998, theatrically released film, "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie"! 
Does the '90's animation style inject enough nostalgia into the three hosts to make up for the fact that this film has all but disappeared in recent years? How does it fare against the iconic 1964, Rankin/Bass special in their minds, and how does it differ in terms of story? And what exactly has that Busy Bee, Natalie Bickel, been up to since the last time she appeared on the show? All of these answers, and much more, are divulged in this week's episode!
So, settle in and relax because "the mood is right, the spirit's up, we're here tonight, and that's enough" to inject this Mid-April Monday with some much needed Christmas cheer! Enjoy, y'all! As always, thanks for your love and support! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

I Wouldn’t Mind Getting A Peek At That Magic Ding-A-Ling. (Christmas with the Campbells)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics!
This week, the elves gather to discuss the Hallmark-esque satire film, "Christmas with the Campbells" - which is essentially a Hallmark movie if written with Anthony's sensibilities. What did the hosts think of it? Well, that description should give it away! Nevertheless, tune in for the in-depth discussion because it's a fun conversation, as always!
Enjoy, y'all! As always, thanks for your love and support! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Merry Christmas. Pops, Word On The Street Is You Got Dumped. (Final Three ”Black-ish” Christmas Episodes)

Greetings, festive pals!
In this week's episode, our merry elves gather to discuss their spring break experiences, delve into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and catch up on Anthony's Yuletide news! And, of course, they also review the final trio of "Black-ish" Christmas episodes! For those who want to watch and follow along at home, they are:
Season 5 - Episode 8 - Christmas in Theater Eight
Season 6 - Episode 10 - Father Christmas
Season 7 - Episode 8 - Compton Around the Christmas Tree
Enjoy, y'all! And don't miss out on the conversation – let us know what you think of these episodes, and "Black-ish" overall, by joining Anthony, Julia, Thom, and the rest of "Tis the Podcast's" fantastic Christmas-loving community at linktree.com/tisthepodcast.
As always, thanks for your love and support! 

I Love Jacob. He’s A Lot Like Paint Fumes. Small Doses? Fine. But Too Much Just Gives You A Headache. (Abbott Elementary)

Happy Monday, Christmas fanatics! 
This week, travel with Julia, Thom, and Anthony to Philadelphia to discuss the one - and, so far, only - Christmas episode of ABC's hit comedy, "Abbott Elementary"! If you want to follow along at home, the episode they dive deep on is Season 2's Episode 10: "Holiday Hookah"! Not only do they rave about this holiday episode, and the show overall in general, but they also read off Matt Eurich's casting suggestions regarding which teacher on the show corresponds to which elf, and play a bit of audio submitted by the totally rad Gerry D. and his wife, Tiffany, about "Abbott Elementary" and their own teaching experiences!
Also discussed: this year's Oscar's ceremony; Julia's kids' Ireland trip; the local Tulsa production of "Hamilton" that Thom saw; Anthony's mini-reviews of "Scream VI", "Creed III", and "65"; Thom's experience with hookah; and much, much more! 
This is one fun, laugh-a-minute episode you want to be sure not to miss! And make sure to listen through the credits for one last surprise/laugh!
Enjoy, y'all! As always, thanks for your love and support! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Please Don’t Make Christmas Dirty, Trevor. It’s Pure, And Beautiful, And Everyone Loves It. (CBS’ ”Ghosts”)

Happy Monday, Christmas fanatics! We hope you all had an excellent weekend!
This week, Julia, Thom, and Anthony continue TV month by gathering to discuss the two-part Christmas episode of CBS' "Ghosts"! For all of those following along at home, that would be Season 2's Episodes 9 and 10: "The Christmas  Spirit"! Listen to them fawn about this American remake, which they adore, gush over the plethora of characters, laugh as they read-off quotes galore, and praise the warm, optimistic tone that this found-family series constantly strikes! As for this specific Christmas-themed episode? Spoiler-Alert: all three elves love it. What makes it so great though? And will they be adding it to their holiday canon? Well, you'll just have to tune in to find out!
Also discussed in this episode: Julia's kids' upcoming trip to Ireland; Ellie's birthday; Anthony's new podcast; and much, much more!
So, kick off your Monday the right way by settling back and diving into this fun-filled, laugh-a-minute, festive episode you'll be sure to love! And make sure to let us know what you think of this Christmas episode of "Ghosts", the show general, and which characters the elves would be cast as on all of our social media feeds! 
Enjoy, y'all! As always, thanks for your love and support! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️
 

I’m Putting My Stank On Christmas! (First Three ”Black-ish” Christmas Episodes)

Happy March, Christmas friends!
This week, we've got a great show for you, in which we cover the first three seasons worth of Christmas episodes from the hit comedy, "Black-ish"!  If you want to follow along at home, they are:
- Season 1 - Episode 10 - Black Christmas/White Santa
- Season 2 - Episode 10 - Stuff
- Season 3 - Episode 10 - Just Christmas, Baby
Per usual, the elves chase multiple tangents during the episode! So, listen as they delve into the world of "Cocaine Bear" and enjoy Anthony's proposed new segment called "Christmas News", where - in this week's edition - we give you updates on Season 2 of "The Santa Clauses" and the sequel book to our beloved "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" 
So, pull up a chair and join us for another week of "Tis the Podcast"! Enjoy, y'all! As always, thanks for your love and support! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Imagine You’re In New York And It’s Christmas. (Netflix’s Dash & Lily)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! Can you believe we're already at the end of February? Time is flying - which means we are well on our way to the most wonderful time of the year! In April, Hallmark releases their 2023 Dream Book; then Leon Day is two months later, which is quickly followed by the Fourth of July; at which point, we're on the downward slope! So hang in there, because we'll be there before you know it!
In the meantime, as always, your favorite elves are here to tide you over and inject a little Christmas Cheer into your week! This week, gather with Julia, Thom, and Anthony to discuss Netflix's "Dash & Lily", the adaptation of Rachel Cohn's and David Levithan's Young Adult book of the same name! While none of the hosts liked Netflix's "Merry Happy Whatever", all three really enjoy this series with two of them absolutely adoring it! What worked so much for them this time around? You'll just have to listen to find out!
Also discussed in this episode: what the elves have given up for Lent; Ellie's birthday; Julia and Marty's date night; "Ant-Man" and "Cocaine Bear"; Anthony's attempts to track down exclusive "Scream VI" merchandise; and much, much more!
So, settle in, relax, and enjoy with this episode that's as fun and as filled with holiday cheer as the Netflix series that's being discussed within it! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

The Quinn Way (Netflix’s Merry Happy Whatever)

Happy President's Day to our American listeners, Family Day to our Canadian listeners, and Monday to the rest of the world!
The elves spent a very romantic Valentine's Day evening together recording this episode in which they discuss the Netflix original 2019 series "Merry Happy Whatever"! In addition, the elves talk about the Super Bowl, upcoming Comic Book movies, and much, much more to avoid diving into this series that none of them truly liked.
So, sit back, relax, and enjoy another week of "Tis the Podcast"!

You Just Messed Up Big Time, Fat Man! (Fatman)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! We hope you all had a great Super Bowl Sunday!
This week, Gerry D. of "Totally Rad Christmas" joins Julia, Thom, and Anthony to discuss the 2020 film, "Fatman" starring Mel Gibson.There are comparisons to 2022's "Violent Night" galore in this one, but as to which the elves and their guest preferred - and which film they believe executed the holiday violence better - you'll just have to listen to find out!
Also discussed this episode: Julia's anniversary trip; Anthony's Hawaiian vacation; Thom's house flooding; Gerry's 2022 holiday season; and much, much more!
So settle in and enjoy, y'all! And, as always, thanks for your love and support! 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️