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Christmas Is More About Warding Off Evil Spirits Than Halloween. (Black Christmas [2006])

Happy Monday, Christmas fanatics! And happy last episode of September! Can you believe how quick this month went by? We sure can't!
This week, Julia and Anthony begin to transition the show into Spooky Season by discussing the 2006 remake, "Black Christmas" - the last of the "Black Christmas" movies they've yet to cover! 
What's that you say? They're covering schlocky, slasher horror? Yes indeed, and you know what that means! To join the conversation, they welcome the always awesome horror fanatics, Jay Skipworth and Ron Hogan of "Film Strip Podcast",  onto the show to discuss it with them!
How does this iteration of "Black Christmas" compare to the original 1974 version and the abysmal 2019 version? You'll just have to tune in to find out in an episode full of pop culture trivia and an episode that introduces "Tis the Podcast"'s newest segment: "Julia's Adventures in Vudu-Land"! 
So settle in with your pumpkin spice lattes, grab an Apple Cider donut, relax, and enjoy this fun-filled episode! And get excited - because we kick off Spooky Season "proper" next week as we enter October, and you know what that means! That's right - we're barreling even closer to Christmas! It is truly the most wonderful time of the year! ❤️ 🍂 🎃🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

I Want To Wish You Both A Merry Christmas In Hell. (The King of Queens - Last Four Christmas Episodes)

Happy Monday, Christmas fanatics!This week, Matt Eurich of "TGI Podcast" joins the elves yet again to discuss the final four Christmas episodes of the hit CBS sitcom, "The King of Queens"! For those who want to follow along at home, the episodes we discuss are:Season 5 - Episode 11 - Mentalo CaseSeason 6 - Episode 11 - Santa ClaustrophobiaSeason 7 - Episode 7 - Silent MiteSeason 8 - Episode 11 - Baker's Doesn'tHow do these specific episodes stack up when it comes to the holiday feels compared to the first batch of episodes covered a few weeks ago? Well, you'll just have to listen to find out!So, settle in with your favorite pumpkin-flavored drink, relax, and enjoy this super fun episode! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! ❤️ 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

But Baby, What About Our Magical, Romantic Night? (How I Met Your Mother - Last Two Christmas Episodes)

Welcome back to another festive episode of "'Tis the Podcast"!
This week, the jolly trio - Anthony, Julia, and Thom - gather around the yuletide fire to catch up on their weeks, discuss Christmas movie news updates, and talk about everything and anything else before they try to deck the halls as they cover the last two holiday episodes of "How I Met Your Mother".
For those following along at home, the episodes they discuss are:
Season 7, Episode 12: "Symphony of Illumination"
Season 8, Episode 12: "The Final Page - Part Two" 
So whether you're an avid "HIMYM" fan or you're simply here for your weekly dose of holiday cheer, grab your favorite blanket, a cup of hot cocoa, and relax as we dive in! Join us, won't you, as we bring you one step closer to the most wonderful time of the year! Ho, ho, ho! ❤️🎅🏻🎄🎁🦌⛄️🚂🔔❄️🤶🏻🎀

I Can’t Stand The Way That Alvin Comes In Late! It’s Disrespectful To The Other Chipmunks! (The King of Queens - First Four Christmas Episodes)

Happy Monday, Christmas fanatics! And Happy Labor Day to all of our American listeners! We are *officially* in the 'Ber Months! Finally! It is indeed "the most wonderful time of the year"! 
This week, Matt Eurich of "TGI Podcast" joins the elves once again to discuss the first four Christmas episodes of the hit CBS sitcom, "The King of Queens"! For those who want to follow along at home, the episodes we discuss are:
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Noel Cowards
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Net Prophets
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Better Camera
Season 4 - Episode 12 - Ovary Action
While all four hosts enjoy the show immensely, how do these specific episodes stack up when it comes to the holiday feels? Well, you'll just have to listen to find out!
So, settle in with your favorite pumpkin-flavored drink, relax, and enjoy this super fun episode! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! ❤️ 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Like, What If The Grinch Had Succeeded In Conquering Whoville And Cindy Lou Who Grew Up, Got Boobs, And Was Leading A Resistance? (Superstore Christmas Episodes)

Happy Monday, Christmas fanatics! And happy last episode of August! Next week we are officially in the 'Ber Months! That's right! The most wonderful time of year is finally upon us; our time of year! How exciting is that?
This week, with Thom away for business in Amsterdam - hopefully not doing anything that our brash New Yorker wouldn't do - Julia and Anthony are joined by the always awesome Matt Eurich of "TGI Podcast" to discuss the Christmas episodes of the hit NBC Comedy, "Superstore"! For those following along at home, the episodes discussed are:
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Seasonal Help
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Christmas Eve
Season 4 - Episode 2 - Baby Shower
Season 5 - Episode 10 - Negotiations 
Season 6 - Episode 11 - Deep Cleaning
While Anthony and Matt are huge fans of the show, what does Julia think? Well, the answer might just shock you! Regardless of their feelings, however, this is one laugh-a-minute deep dive, full of hilarious quotes, into the holiday escapades of our favorite Cloud 9 employees! 
Also discussed: the upcoming Halloween season; 2023's Advent Calendars; and much, much more! This is one extremely fun episode you want to be sure not to miss!
So, settle back with your Venti Pumpkin Spice Lattes and enjoy! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! ❤️ 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️
 

When You Walk Through The Door, Does It Feel Like You Are Being Slapped In The Face By Christmas? (How I Met Your Mother - First Three Christmas Episodes)

Join the jolliest Tis the Podcast Elves - Anthony, Julia, and Thom - as they sprinkle a festive mix of holiday cheer into your Monday! 🎅
Buckle up to hear tales of travel from Anthon, including his meeting the TtP baby, in addition to an update on Julia's puppo. 🍼✨
Afterwards, join us as we dive into the heart of the episode and take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with the elves as they share their personal histories and hilarious anecdotes about the iconic TV show, "How I Met Your Mother." 📺❄️
In the spirit of Christmas and classic sitcoms, they deck the halls with their reviews of and insights on the first three Christmas episodes from "HIMYM":
Season 2, Episode 11: "How Lily Stole Christmas" 🎁
Season 4, Episode 11: "Little Minnesota" ⛄
Season 6, Episode 12: "False Positive" 🌟
So, grab a cup of cocoa, settle in by the fireplace, and let the Tis the Podcast Elves take you on a magical holiday journey filled with laughter, heartwarming stories, and festive discussions. Happy Listening and Merry Christmas! 🎧🎄🔔

Everybody’s Asking What This - What Is The Seven Fishes Or Why Do We Do It? And I Think I Know What My Definition Is. (The Bear - Season 2 - Episode 6 - Fishes)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics!
This week, the always fabulous Kendall Farrae, of the upcoming "Two Girls, One Crypt" podcast, joins Julia, Thom, and Anthony in Chicago as they travel back in time half-a-decade to celebrate a big 'ol Italian Christmas Eve by discussing the lone holiday episode (thus far) of Hulu's/FX's critically acclaimed show, "The Bear"! The episode in question? Episode 6 of Season 2, "Fishes"! 
Listen as they discuss the tradition of the Feast of the Seven Fishes, which is a focal point of this episode, and gush over "The Bear" in general, including the fantastic roster of guest stars the show manages to bring together for this holiday extravaganza - including the always incredible Jamie Lee Curtis and Bob Odenkirk! Though a hectic, anxiety-inducing episode of television, "Fishes" feels real and familiar to all four hosts for many different reasons, and is a hell of an entertaining and incredible episode of stand-alone television! So settle in as the elves and their guest walk you through the plot chaotic-beat by chaotic-beat until they reveal just how Christmassy this episode is and whether or not it will enter their holiday canon!
Also discussed: what Kendall's been up to since her last appearance on the show; a scary incident that recently occurred with Julia's dog, Lucy; Thom's recent trip to New York where he, Anthony, and Sarah got to hang out; and the fact that we are now officially in the home stretch and counting down the remaining days until the fast-approaching 'Ber Months!
This is one jam-packed episode you want to be sure not to miss! So, settle back and enjoy! And, as always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! ❤️ 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Merry Christmas, Mr.Bean.

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! And Happy Christmas Eve in July!
This week, journey with Julia, Thom, and Anthony as they hop across the pond to cover an indisputable British holiday classic, "Mr. Bean"! While eventually released on home media, and exported overseas, as its own holiday special entitled, "Merry Christmas, Mr. Bean", this special technically aired for the first time as the seventh episode of "Mr. Bean"'s first season! 
What do the elves think of this holiday special featuring the famous, physically comedic and mostly silent man-child? Well, you'll just have to listen to find out! Spoiler Alert though: all three have history with this particular special and will be adding it to their Christmas canon going forward! 
So, settle in and enjoy listening to your hosts gush about this laugh-a-minute - and laugh-out-loud - special in an episode of the podcast that's not only sure to bring you Christmas cheer, but also brighten the start of your week considerably!
As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! ❤️ 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️
 

No One Wants To Read About Small Town Fireplace, Hot Cocoa Crap Anymore.” (The Housewives of the North Pole)

Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics!
Today, journey with the elves to the fictional town of North Pole, Vermont, as they cover the 2021, Peacock original movie, "The Housewives of the North Pole"! 
While Anthony is adamant that this streaming holiday film is standard Hallmark fare, Julia and Thom aren't so sure. Listen as they debate the acting ability of Kylie Richards, the most absurd profession for a "hot guy" in any movie of this genre, whether young love is enough to make you immune to the northern lights, and much, much more!
Also discussed: Thom's upcoming visit to New York; possible costumes this Halloween season; and the upcoming Fall season in general!
This is one really fun episode about one really mid-to-bad movie that you want to be sure not to miss! So settle back and enjoy! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! ❤️ 🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

Nobody Can Live Just For Christmas. (Christmas Story [2007])

Happy Monday, everyone!
In this week's episode of our podcast, join our elf crew as they recount their 4th of July festivities before discussing the classic film, "Independence Day", Jeff Goldblum, home renovation pranks, new nephews, and Threads.
After which, it's time for an exploration of the podcast's first-ever Finnish movie - the enchanting "Christmas Story" from 2007! Embark on a captivating journey with them as they delve into this unique Santa origin story, compare it to other Santa origin tales, and express their appreciation for the rich folklore surrounding the jolly old man himself, Santa Claus.
This is one fun and festive episode that will help cool you off in this hot, hot summer! So, settle back and enjoy! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! 🎅 🤶 🎄❄️