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Join Anthony, Julia, and Thom, the Tis the Podcast elves, each week as they rank, review, and discuss Christmas movies, specials, and TV show episodes.

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    • Society & Culture
    • 4.5 • 136 Ratings

Join Anthony, Julia, and Thom, the Tis the Podcast elves, each week as they rank, review, and discuss Christmas movies, specials, and TV show episodes.

    My Dad Works In Nuclear Research. (National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation 2: Cousin Eddie's Island Adventure)

    My Dad Works In Nuclear Research. (National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation 2: Cousin Eddie's Island Adventure)

    Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics!
    Our journey through "Bad Straight-to-Home-Video Christmas Sequels" continues this week with "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation 2: Cousin Eddie's Island Adventure"! We can't even pretend otherwise - this movie is trash and may very well be the worst thing we've covered in over half-a-decade on the show. It was painful to get through. That said, as is often the case with movies none of us liked, the discussion is a lot of fun! 
    So, settle in, relax, and enjoy this latest episode which we promise is the perfect way to kick off your week! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all!

    • 1 hr 12 min
    Boy, Who Pooped in His Hashbrowns? (Jingle All the Way 2)

    Boy, Who Pooped in His Hashbrowns? (Jingle All the Way 2)

    Welcome back, Christmas lovers, to another episode of "Tis the Podcast"! This week, the elves procrastinate talking about the movie they're supposed to be discussing for about as long as they can, choosing instead to discuss movies they've recently seen, summer, tattoos, and just about anything and everything else.After a long intro and benig unable to put it off any longer, they dive into the world of awful, straight-to-DVD/streaming Christmas movie sequels with "Jingle All the Way 2"! Larry the Cable Guy stars as a well-meaning but bumbling dad who competes with his daughter's wealthy stepdad to make her holiday wish come true.
    Join us as we discuss the film's plot, characters, and the holiday antics that ensue. Does this sequel live up to the original? Tune in to find out! Plus, we share our thoughts on the latest Christmas movie news and what we're looking forward to this holiday season.
    Don't miss this festive and fun episode of "Tis the Podcast"! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! ❤️🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

    • 1 hr 7 min
    I Know It's Hard. We Both Just Have To Be Strong. Just Until It Breaks. (A Creature Was Stirring)

    I Know It's Hard. We Both Just Have To Be Strong. Just Until It Breaks. (A Creature Was Stirring)

    Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! And Happy Memorial Day! We hope you're all enjoying your long weekend!
    As today is the last Monday of May - if you can believe that! - today we bring to its conclusion Christmas-Horror month! So gather 'round to listen to the elves discuss the 2023 film, "A Creature Was Stirring". There's no sugarcoating this one. This film was bad, but it made for a heck of a fun discussion as your hosts talk through the confusing plot, which is so convoluted they can't even agree upon what happened!
    Also discussed: Ethan's upcoming high school graduation; the movie "IF"; and much, much more. So, settle back, relax, and enjoy! As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! ❤️🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

    • 57 min
    Holy Crap, You Aren't The Killer! You're Telling The Truth! You Don't Exist! (It's a Wonderful Knife)

    Holy Crap, You Aren't The Killer! You're Telling The Truth! You Don't Exist! (It's a Wonderful Knife)

    Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics!
     


    This week, Kendall Farrae of "Two Girls, One Crypt" joins us for our latest installment of "Christmas Horror Month"! Discussed this week? The 2023 slasher-comedy, "It's a Wonderful Knife"! While the elves loved "There's Something in the Barn" and found "The Mean One" so bad it's good, is there anything redeemable about this week's film or is it a giant dud? Well...you'll just have to listen to find out! But one thing's for sure: bad or not, it's a really fun discussion, especially with one of our favorite recurring guest hosts!
     


    So settle in, relax, and enjoy this festive, laugh-a-minute episode, which we promise is the perfect way to kick off your week! Enjoy and, as always, thanks for your love and support, y'all!

    • 1 hr 33 min
    First Off, The Barn Elf Doesn't Like Changes To The Barn. (There's Something in the Barn)

    First Off, The Barn Elf Doesn't Like Changes To The Barn. (There's Something in the Barn)

    Happy Monday to all!We trust that all the wonderful mothers out there had a splendid Mother's Day celebration! Now that it's passed, however, we are one holiday closer to Christmas!This week, after the elves kick off the episode by discussing the recent storms and harsh weather conditions in Oklahoma, they continued their journey through Christmas Horror month! The movie being covered? 2023's "There's Something in the Barn"! Without giving too much away, this one manages to wow all three elves, making it a must-watch for horror and holiday enthusiasts! Even if you're not a horror fan, this one is worth a watch, just like "Krampus", with which this should be paired with for a double-feature!So settle back, relax, and enjoy this fun, festive episode which is the perfect way to kick off your Monday morning!  ❤️🎅🏻🎄🎁 🦌🦉⛄️🔔🚂 🤶🏻 🎀 ❄️

    • 53 min
    Our Tale Starts The Same Coming Out Of The Gate, But This Time We're Adding Just One Twist Of Fate. (The Mean One)

    Our Tale Starts The Same Coming Out Of The Gate, But This Time We're Adding Just One Twist Of Fate. (The Mean One)

    Happy Monday, Christmas Fanatics! And Happy May!
     


    It is officially "Christmas Horror Movie Month" here at "Tis the Podcast" and the elves kick things off this week by covering the 2022 film, "The Mean One"! A B-Horror-Comedy in every sense of the word, it may actually surprise y'all what the elves think of this one! One thing's for sure though - they definitely have a blast talking about it!
     


    Also discussed: The new tattoo Anthony is getting and his upcoming trip to Tulsa; Julia's son Ethan's upcoming graduation; Thom's priesthood journey; the just announced "Scooby-Doo" live-action Netflix series; and much, much more!
     


    This is one fun and festive episode you want to make sure not to miss! So, settle back and enjoy, y'all! And, as always, thanks for your love and support!

    • 1 hr 7 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
136 Ratings

136 Ratings

Googapoopa ,

Can You Think Of A Better Crew?

I love the dynamic of the three hosts and am amazed at how well they interact, even after 5 years. Their dialogue, their personalities, and their different viewpoints make the shows so entertaining. I mean Julia is sitll the best elf, but Thom and Anthony have their moments. Also, looking forward to Anthony's next book, so they can have another chapter read each episode. Keep up the good work and know that you are spreading Christmas cheer throughout the whole year.

@charlieague ,

One of the best!

If you want some nice deep dives, and conversation about the best in holiday entertainment, then this is the podcast for you. Great banter between the hosts, and always a good time!

michaelf28 ,

Freddy and Jason episode

To: Anthony & Julia,
Just wanted you to know the two of you did an outstanding job on you latest episode. I am going to set aside time to listen to marathon 4:45 episode very soon.

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