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The Holiday Specials We Love

Heal Squad
Christmas Specials
Christmas
Thanksgiving
Black Friday
Festivus
Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol
South Park
The Simpsons
Rankin/bass
Consumerism
Game Of Thrones
Jerry Stiller
Seinfeld
Santa Claus
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
Hannah Barbera
Christmas Season
Thanksgiving Episode
Kramer
Larry David

Welcome back, fellow Holiday fanatics, escapists, and nostalgics! It's Season 4 of the newly rebranded The Holiday Specials We Love Podcast! Join us on a walk down memory lane as the HSWL hosts break down all your favorite specials, shows, and movies, covering all aspects of Holidays past and present. Our two-part mission is one: to keep the spirit alive by preserving and promoting these great wor... more

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Hey HSWL FANS!

Merry Christmas Eve Holiday Specials We Love Fans,

coming to you from our phones and cars as we squeeze in the must-needed Christmas Eve chat. We talk the catering, colored lights, cookies, candies and a little Kardashians.

Kev is on... more

Hey HSWL FANS!

Merry Christmas Eve Eve Holiday Specials We Love

Fans, coming to you from our phones as we squeeze in one more holiday chat. We talk the true meaning of the season, give an update on the progress of getting Rankin/Bass their duly dese... more

Hey HSWL fans! This episode of Holiday Specials We Love we take on

one of the more obscure — and mystical — Rankin/Bass specials: The Life

& Adventures of Santa Claus from 1985.

We talk the opening with immortals, spirits, and endless titles, and ho... more

Hey HSWL FANS!

Welcome to a very Special Christmas Sunday Sunday Set UpHoliday Specials We Love/ Heal Squad simulcast.

We talk Christmas decorations, neighborhood light displays — the joy of

driving around, tuning in, and appreciating the effort pe... more

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Hosts

Anne Sleeman
Co-host with a focus on nostalgic holiday discussions, often sharing personal anecdotes to connect with the audience and enhance the storytelling.
Kevin Undegar
Co-host dedicated to exploring holiday specials through a humorous lens, offering insights into the cultural significance of various shows and films.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 161 ratings
  • Gen X fun for all seasons (holidays!)

    I love spending time listening to Kev and Anne talk about holiday episodes and topics! It has really brought me peace in the crazy pre-holiday rush in the past two years. Something fun to listen to when baking and wrapping and other holiday mom duties! I love that I feel like part of a cool Gen X club, reliving Rankin Bass holiday specials and other long forgotten memories. Kev and Anne definitely bring the laughs along with the nostalgia ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marybethathome
    United Statesa month ago
  • So glad I found this podcast!

    First, let me say a big thank you to Kevin and Anne. Thank you for putting together this podcast for people like me! I am a very nostalgic person, especially at Christmas time and holidays. So when I found this podcast, especially covering Rankin and Bass, I was in Holiday heaven! Rankin and Bass were such a huge part of my childhood and have now become a huge part of my son‘s childhood. Listening to these old specials, being broken down and analyzed and put out there for new generations to pick... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BlkSheep🖤
    United Statesa month ago
  • Christmas Best!

    Listen to these two recount Christmas past and all of the specials/traditions we love! It’ll make your day and stir up the nostalgia I’ve come to cherish.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LauraLovesXmas22
    United Statesa month ago
  • HILARITY! Don’t put a pin in this podcast. Listen now!

    Hey GenXers, if you want to stroll down memory lane and relive some traumatic animated storylines you experienced as a kid courtesy of Rankin-Bass and parents who thought it was safe because the shows were “sort of like a cartoon,” all while laughing and learning a few things along the way, this show is for you!


    Ok, the show is not all Rankin-Bass. And it’s not just for Genxers. There’s actually a lot of other holiday topics and productions covered (the Macy’s Day Parade episode (Nov 17, 2023) ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crafty Kami
    United States2 months ago
  • Updated review

    Thank you to Kev and Ann from this Gen X girl. It makes my childhood and all the great times come back. Married to a Boston guy , love the verbiage. Love all the facts and would enjoy you also doing holiday movies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Redsox67
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Many reviews emphasize the show's effectiveness at providing warmth and comfort during the stressful holiday season, making it a go-to escape for listeners looking to reconnect with festive traditions.
Listeners appreciate the nostalgia and humor brought by the hosts, often feeling as if they are conversing with old friends. They enjoy the deep dives into holiday specials that stir positive memories of childhood.
A few reviewers expressed a preference for the show's commercial-free format, appreciating its old-school podcast vibe that prioritizes genuine discussion over advertisements.

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Christmas Q & A Chat
Q: What's the most memorable Christmas present?
Hosts reminisced about receiving an Atari among other nostalgic gifts.
Christmas Q & A Chat
Q: What age were you when you found out that Santa was your parents?
Kevin recounted how he found out he was 12 years old and had a moment of disbelief which led to a heartfelt discussion with his parents.
Christmas Q & A Chat
Q: How did you decide to start this podcast?
Kevin shared that it's about extending the joy of Christmas and keeping the spirit alive throughout the seasons.
Black Friday — Why We Really Buy
Q: Do you have any regular guy tips for those of us in the consumer world on how to tune in to our own?
Tune in to your body; if you get that high from spending, be aware of the difference between pleasure and dependency.
Black Friday — Why We Really Buy
Q: Do you think consumerism is a lesser of an evil than going to the drugs or the alcohol?
Consumerism can be seen as less destructive, as it provides employment, whereas addiction can have more severe consequences.

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What is The Holiday Specials We Love about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring nostalgic holiday specials, this series engages listeners with a mix of laughter, heartfelt memories, and critical discussion around beloved classics from various eras. With a focus primarily on Christmas and other festive occasions, the hosts dissect episodes from shows like Rankin-Bass and The Brady Bunch, examining themes of family, tradition, and the cultural impact these specials have had over the years. Unique for both its humor and sentimentality, this series provides a comforting sanctuary for those looking to relive the joy of childhood holiday memories while also appealing to newer generations by connecting timeless themes to contemporary contexts. The engaging chemistry between the hosts enriches the listening experienc... more

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