The Audio Advent Calendar

Jeff McGee
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MarvinDog Media presents The Audio Advent Calendar! Come back every day from December 1 to Christmas Day for a new auditory treat just for you! We break down every Rankin/Bass Christmas Special as well as discussing our favorite holiday movies and television episodes!

  1. 12/25/2025

    Episode 26 - Ziggy's Gift (for Matt)

    SURPRISE! Just when you thought you were out, we pulled you back in! But seriously, we wanted to do one more show as a gift to our friend Matt as well as a thank-you to all of you. We hope you enjoy this discussion of a special we didn't even know existed until about 2 weeks ago! Merry Christmas, Matt!

    21 min

  2. 12/25/2025

    Episode 25 - Top 3 Santas / Our Favorite Holiday Memories

    Today's the day, folks! The big man has come and gone, the goose is roasting on an open fire, chestnuts are singing under the misteltoe....it gets weird around our house, folks. We hope you've enjoyed this journey as much as we have, and we hope you enjoy our discussion about our favorite Santa Claus portrayals and our favorite memories from holidays past.  See you next year!

    22 min

  3. 12/24/2025

    Episode 24 - Favorite Christmas Movies

    You knew we'd get there eventually. It's time for us to talk about our favorite Christmas movies! How much Chevy Chase or Jim Varney will show up? Only one way to find out!

    27 min

  4. 12/23/2025

    Episode 23 - Favorite Christmas Specials (Non-Rankin-Bass)

    What, you thought Rankin & Bass were the only game in town? No way, there are a TON of Christmas Specials produced elsewhere, and today we discuss those! Hope you enjoy!

    22 min

  5. 12/22/2025

    Episode 22 - Favorite Christmas Hymns

    Today we're focusing on the Reason for the Christmas season as we discuss our favorite hymns or songs that celebrate the religious side of the holiday season. As always, Pam has facts and Jeff has stories. Enjoy!

    22 min

  6. 12/21/2025

    Episode 21 - Favorite Christmas Pop Songs

    Today we share our favorite Christmas songs from the radio (and TV and Film, actually). We finally have one bit of overlap, but we handled it well, I think. What are our favorite songs? You'll have to listen to find out!

    16 min

  7. 12/20/2025

    Episode 20 - Favorite Christmas TV Episodes

    For our first non-review show we wanted to share with you our favorite holiday-themed episodes of television shows. We'll be back tomorrow with another fun-filled festive list! Hope you enjoy!

    16 min

  8. 12/19/2025

    Episode 19 - Santa Baby

    Rankin Bass took a looooong (16 years) Winter's nap between their previous special and their final Christmas special. Santa Baby premiered in 2001! You didn't know about that, did you? Neither did we! Listen and learn what Christmas is all about, baby!

    26 min
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MarvinDog Media presents The Audio Advent Calendar! Come back every day from December 1 to Christmas Day for a new auditory treat just for you! We break down every Rankin/Bass Christmas Special as well as discussing our favorite holiday movies and television episodes!

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