
Hosted by actor Eric Petersen (Kevin Can F Himself) and TV producer Danny Jordan (Extreme Makeover: Home Edition), Christmas Countdown is the #1 ranked Christmas podcast in the world. In every episode Eric and Danny tap into the magic and nostalgia of the holiday season by sharing personal stories, playing jolly games and chatting about the latest Christmas news. Then, the festive fellas count dow... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 171 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilySociety & Culture | |||

The Christmas news is coming in HOT (peppermint mocha hot)! Eric and Danny are back with another festive edition of Merry Minutes, the weekly Christmas news show from the hit holiday podcast Christmas Countdown!
THIS WEEK'S HOLIDAY HEADLINES:
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DEAR SANTA, WE HAVE A CHRISTMAS MUSIC WISH LIST!
Some of the world's biggest music artists have NEVER released a Christmas album... and frankly, we have questions!
This week on Christmas Countdown, Eric and Danny are counting down their Top 10 Arti... more
The latest Christmas news is HOT off the North Pole press! Eric Petersen and Danny Jordan are back with another festive edition of Merry Minutes, the weekly holiday news show from the hit Christmas podcast Christmas Countdown!
THIS WEEK'S CHRIST... more
If you could live ANYWHERE in a Christmas movie, where would you call home?
This week on Christmas Countdown, Eric Petersen and Danny Jordan are counting down their Top 10 Christmas Movie Locations to Live In! From cozy Christmas cottages and sno... more
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I love Christmas every single month of the year and I just found the show and it’s fabulous. Please give me a shout out. My name is Hope!!!!
Hello from the PNW! My teenage kids and I have been loving your show the last few years. They are always so happy to get into the car and hear the show! You had mentioned Sufjan (pronounced Soof-yawn) Stevens’ Christmas music and can I leave a hearty recommendation? He has holiday albums—Songs for Christmas and Silver and Gold—and they are fantastic. Great instrumentals, classic songs, and some really excellent originals (Sister Winter, Christmas in the Room, We’re Going to the Country, It’s Chr... more
Hey!! After listing to this last episode I was reminded of my procrastination on leaving a review so forgive me 😂 ALSO THANK YOU FOR THR SHOUTOUT! My name was said 3 or 4 times haha I can’t wait to go back through the YouTube video when it drops to watch that. I found you guys a few years back when I became a full time single dad, and finding your guys podcast was a huge blessing for me in that time of uncertainty. It helped me dig deep and find a way to provide a very magical Christmas for my ... more
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This show centers on holiday nostalgia, humor, and community. Each episode features personal stories from the hosts, playful games, and lively discussions of Christmas news, lists, and culture, from top Christmas movies to favorite songs and traditions. A signature rhythm includes rotating guests, festive segments, and audience interaction, with a warm, family-friendly vibe that blends lighthearted banter with heartfelt moments. It often leans into creator and entertainment conversations around Christmas media, toys, music, and seasonal traditions, making it a reliable anchor for holiday cheer year-round and a strong fit for brands targeting family-first, nostalgia-driven listeners.
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Recent guests on Christmas Countdown include:
1. Nikki DeLoach
2. Doug Downey
3. Kevin Olusola
4. Dana Alyss
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6. KC Kaage
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