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Can't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 146 – 10th Anniversary Special: A Bomb For Christmas Cast Reunion
On this episode, we celebrate 10 years of the podcast and 5 years of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie, A Bomb For Christmas…with a cast reunion. We have a conversation about the making of the movie, what the cast has been up to since, and a special announcement about the future!
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00:00 – 03:22 Intro/A brief look back at 10 years of Can’t Wait For Christmas
03:22 – 04:38 Cast reunion introductions
04:38 – 21:38 Cast’s experiences recording the movie
21:38 – 22:48 Fun facts about A Bomb For Christmas
22:48 – 26:56 More fun stories from making the movie
26:56 – 39:07 Favorite/least favorite lin...
2025-07-2558 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 145 – A Bomb For Christmas – 5th Anniversary (Parts 7 & 8)
On this episode, we conclude the the 5th Anniversary presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas” with parts 7 and 8. This has all been leading up to our cast reunion episode on July 25th.
Brief Synopsis:
Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whether she wants it or not. Now she’s back in her small town and rediscovering her love of her husband. But when her job follows her home, instead of celebrating with her husband, she’ll have to save him. Can she save the day, s...
2025-07-2330 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 144 – A Bomb For Christmas – 5th Anniversary (Parts 5 & 6)
On this episode, we continue the the 5th Anniversary presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas” with parts 5 and 6. We will be releasing two parts of the movie every Wednesday leading up to our cast reunion episode on July 25th.
Brief Synopsis:
Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whether she wants it or not. Now she’s back in her small town and rediscovering her love of her husband. But when her job follows her home, instead of celebrating with her husband, she’ll have to sa...
2025-07-1625 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 143 – A Bomb For Christmas – 5th Anniversary (Parts 3 & 4)
On this episode, we continue the the 5th Anniversary presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas” with parts 3 and 4. We will be releasing two parts of the movie every Wednesday leading up to our cast reunion episode on July 25th.
Brief Synopsis:
Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whether she wants it or not. Now she’s back in her small town and rediscovering her love of her husband. But when her job follows her home, instead of celebrating with her husband, she’ll have to sa...
2025-07-0926 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 142 – A Bomb For Christmas – 5th Anniversary (Parts 1 & 2)
On this episode, we bring you the the 5th Anniversary presentation of our made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas.” We will be releasing two parts of the movie every Wednesday leading up to our cast reunion episode on July 25th.
Brief Synopsis:
Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whether she wants it or not. Now she’s back in her small town and rediscovering her love of her husband. But when her job follows her home, instead of celebrating with her husband, she’ll have to save him...
2025-07-0224 min
Stimulus PodcastFinal Episode of the Stimulus Podcast - RebrandingHey Stimulus Podcast listeners! After finishing a years worth of episodes, and trying different formats along the way, we have found a format that we really enjoy that mirrors that last few episodes.
With that being said, we are rebranding the podcast. The new podcast is called "Road Soda." We hope you follow us as we continue this podcasting journey.
- Mike & Brendan
Links to Road Soda: https://linktr.ee/roadsodapod
2021-04-0601 min
Stimulus Podcast#41 - Switchback Brewing Co. | CEO Texas Roadhouse Tragedy | Long-term Neurological Effects of CovidWe drink Karsten - Premium Lager - 5.1% ABV - from Switchback Brewing Company.
2:54 - Overrated/Underrated: Barley Wine | Barrel-Aged Beer | Seafood | Wedding Day Hashtags | Baths | Selfies with Orphans Overseas.
12:20 - Tragedy of CEO Texas Roadhouse, Kent Taylor.
19:28 - New Study on the Long-term Neurological Effects of Covid.
28:20 - Beer Rating.
Brought To You By: FrizzLit.com & BringTheBeers.com
2021-03-2930 min
Stimulus Podcast#40 - Mast Landing Brewing | Judge Rules $300K In Credit Card Rewards Are Taxable | How To Get The Most Out Of Credit Card PointsWe drink Jonah - Double IPA - 8.1% ABV - from Mast Landing Brewing.
3:22 - Overrated/Underrated: Apple Watches | March Madness | Coins | The Pope | Overalls | Credit Cards.
11:25 - Judge Rules That Man Owes $300K In Credit Card Rewards That Are Deemed Taxable.
17:42 - Why You Should Use A Credit Card & How To Get The Most Out Of Credit Card Points.
30:36 - What We Think Of The Beer.
Enjoy!
Brought To You By: FrizzLit.com & BringTheBeers.com
2021-03-2233 min
Stimulus Podcast#39 - Night Shift Brewing | NFT's, And Why Artists Need To Pay Attention | Stimulus To Provide Monthly Payments to ParentsWe drink Strong Female Lead - India Pale Ale - 6.2% ABV - from Night Shift Brewing.
4:44 - Overrated/Underrated: Alexa/Google Home | Girl Scout Cookies | Mascots for Sports | Trains | Birthdays for Pets.
11:57 - The newest thing in tech explained - NFT's - and why artists should pay attention.
29:54 - Our listeners tell us how they're spending their $1,400 stimulus checks.
34:32 - Stimulus To Provide Monthly Payments to Parents.
36:25 - What we think of the beer.
Cheers!
Brought To You By: FrizzLit.com & BringTheBeers.c...
2021-03-1538 min
Stimulus Podcast#38 - Amherst Brewing | Facebook's Oversight Board | Dr. Seuss BooksWe drink Brittany - India Pale Ale - 6.5% ABV - from Amherst Brewing.
3:28 - Why You Shouldn't Judge A Beer From A Flight
5:38 - Overrated/Underrated: Air Jordans | Smores | Brunch | Prank Phone Calls | Throwback Retro Jerseys
10:39 - The Supreme Court Of Social Media: Facebook's Oversight Board
20:54 - Dr. Seuss Enterprises Decides To Stop Publishing Six Books
29:52 - Beer Review
31:52 - Recommendations
Enjoy!
2021-03-0833 min
Stimulus Podcast#37 - Exhibit 'A' Brewing Co. | Energy Deregulation In Texas | Facebook's Showdown w/AppleWe drink Just A Kitten - Session IPA - 5% ABV - From Exhibit 'A' Brewing Company.
4:25 - Overrated/Underrated: Online Concerts | Cameo (Website) | Outdoor Dining Igloos | Iced Coffee In The Winter | Gender Reveal Parties
11:45 - Listener's Question - From Nick, Owner of The Hungry Caterpillar Food Truck
12:35 - Energy Deregulation In Texas
23:18 - Facebook's Showdown w/Apple
34:25 - What We Think Of The Beer
2021-03-0239 min
Stimulus Podcast#36 - Four Quarters Brewing | Roth IRAs | S.P.A.C.sWe drink Space Puppy - Session IPA - 4% ABV - Four Quarters Brewing.
7:08 - Overrated/Underrated
13:30 - Why You Should've Started Your Roth IRA Yesterday!
26:18 - What You Need To Know About Investing In Wall Street's Newest Trend, S.P.A.C.s.
2021-02-2339 min
Stimulus Podcast#35 - Widowmaker Brewing Co. | Tesla's Billion Dollar Bitcoin Bet & A Brief History Of IncitementBrendan and Mike drink Ecstasy Of Gold - India Pale Ale - 7.2% ABV - from Widowmaker Brewing Company.
1:40 - Overrated/Underrated
9:48 - Tesla's $1.5 Billion Dollar Investment in Bitcoin
15:15 - A Brief History Of Incitement
2021-02-1631 min
Stimulus Podcast#34 - Spyglass Brewing Co. | Jeff Bezos Stepping Down & What Really Happened With RobinhoodBlockchain - Double New England IPA - 8% ABV - Spyglass Brewing Company
3:55 - Overrated / Underrated
11:30 - Why Jeff Bezos Stepping Down Is Really A Chess Move For Amazon
18:00 - The Real Reason Robinhood Blocked Trades
2021-02-0935 min
Stimulus Podcast#33 - Jack's Abby Craft Lagers | Super Bowl Predictions & Robinhood Gives To The GreedySmoked & Dagger - Black Lagger - 5.6% ABV - Jack's Abby Craft Lagers.
3:19 - Robinhood
8:32 - Overrated/Underrated
22:35 - NFL QB's That Tom Brady Will Keep Out Of The Hall Of Fame
32:00 - Super Bowl Predictions
2021-02-0340 min
Tone Deaf: A Theatre Nerd’s Guide for their Musically Challenged SpouseEpisode 100: The Second Annual Warren AwardsThis is a rebroadcast of the Second Annual Warren Awards. This episode contains mature content, strong language, electrical disturbances, nudity, knife throwing, gun fire, explosions, general mayhem, and demonic possession. Listener discretion is advised.
Welcome to the second annual Warren Awards! Tonight, Warren reveals what truly was the good, the bad, and the ugly in the shows that we watched in the 2020 Season. Listen to find out who will take home the coveted Golden Warren!
Special Guests: Shea, Alixandria Young-Jui, Cortland, Tyler and Nate, David S Dear, Jas and Steven LaFond Isaiah Frizzelle, Eddie Louise, an...
2021-01-272h 08
Stimulus Podcast#32 - Burlington Beer Company | Biden's Inauguration, Presidential Trivia, & Why New England Towns Are So Hard To SayWe drink Time of the Chimpanzee, New Zealand IPA, from Burlington Beer Company, while discussing Biden's Inauguration, presidential trivia, & why New England towns are so hard to say.
2021-01-2743 min
Stimulus Podcast#31 - Proclamation Ale Company | Tiger, Bitcoin, and BidetsWe drink a rice beer from Proclamation Ale Works, Tiny Little Sticks, while discussing Tiger, Bitcoin, and Bidets.
2021-01-2043 min
Stimulus Podcast#30 - Moby Dick Brewing Co. | Is A Hotdog A Sandwich?We kick off 2021 with beer from Moby Dick Brewing Company and answer the vital question: Is a hotdog a sandwich?
2021-01-1341 min
Stimulus Podcast#29 - Recap Of 2020Brendan and Mike recap their favorite moments of the Stimulus Podcast from 2020 and give updates on former guests.
2020-12-3134 min
Stimulus Podcast#28 - Courtney Hennessy | Girl In Pink PodcastThis week we review Collective Arts Brewing, talk to Courtney Hennessy about her new podcast, Girl In Pink, and debut our new segment, Overrated / Underrated. Enjoy!
2020-12-1730 minCan't Wait for ChristmasCWFC 074 – A Bomb For Christmas (Full Movie)
On this episode, we abandon our normal format to bring you our original made-for-podcast Christmas movie: “A Bomb For Christmas.”
Brief Synopsis:
Holly is a dedicated cop who’s getting some time off for Christmas whether she wants it or not. Now she’s back in her small town and rediscovering her love of her husband. But, when her job follows her home, instead of celebrating with her husband, She’ll have to save him. But can she save the day, save her marriage, and save Christmas at the same time? Tune in to find out...
2020-12-101h 41Stimulus Podcast#27 - Three Floyds Brewing & Revolution BrewingBrendan & Mike review beers from Three Floyds & Revolution Brewing, talk subscription services, and recommend shows to binge this Winter.
2020-12-1033 min
Stimulus Podcast#26 - Miss New Hampshire USA 2020 | Alyssa Fernandes - DieticianAlyssa talks about her journey to become Miss New Hampshire USA 2020, debunks diet myths, and answers the question: Would you rather have a huge imagination OR a photographic memory? - www.missnewhampshireusa.com
2020-11-2452 min
Stimulus Podcast#25 - Three Point Circle Brewing | w/Jake Felton - Co-Head BrewerJake talks about his journey to become a Head Brewer, what it's like working for Mike, and answers the question: Would you rather have dinner with your favorite author OR your favorite character from any book? - Three Point Circle Brewing - 241 Union Square, Milford, NH 03055 - https://www.pastaloft.com/brewery/
2020-11-1950 min
Stimulus Podcast#24 - Ryan Gagne-Hall | Musician and Owner of Cut & Dry PaintingRyan talks music, his painting business, and answers the question: Would you rather be a famous singer OR bring back your favorite singer that passed away? - Cut & Dry
2020-11-1250 min
Stimulus Podcast#23 - Switchback Brewing Co. | w/Maegan Gorton - Territory Sales ManagerMaegan drops news on all things Switchback, including "Who is Karsten?," and answers the question: Would you rather have all traffic lights you approach be green or never have to stand in line again? - Switchback Brewing Co. - 160 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT 05401 - www.switchbackvt.com
2020-11-051h 06
Stimulus Podcast#22 - To Share Brewing Company | w/Owners Jenni & Aaron ShareJenni & Aaron, husband & wife, and co-owners of To Share Brewing Company, answer the question: Would you rather be known by experts to have the best made beer in the world, or make the best selling beer in the world? - To Share Brewing Company - 720 Union Street, Manchester, NH 03104 - www.tosharebrewing.com
2020-10-2958 min
Stimulus Podcast#21 - The Cryptics | w/Bassist Chris ClementChris is the bassist for the punk rock band, The Cryptics. He talks about what it really means if a band is signed, and what life is like while touring around the United States and Europe. https://thecryptics.com
2020-10-2236 min
Stimulus Podcast#20 - w/Podcaster & Baker Joseph BouleyJoseph warns you about everything they don't tell you before you start your own podcast. He also dives deep into his new passion, baking. He is the co-founder of Off Colored Discussions Podcast & NE Podcast. You can also find his workout & baking tips on Instagram.
2020-10-1544 min
Stimulus Podcast#19 - Granite State Fitness | w/Owner & Coach Steven AlarioThis week we talk to Steven Alario about his philosophy of training that respects human evolution, and his side job of being the official garment tester for Reebok & Nobull. Steven also talks about partnering up with Peak Recovery & Health Services which includes cryotherapy, photobiomodulation, float tanks, infrared sauna, celluma therapy, and compression therapy. - 880 Page St, Manchester, NH 03109 - www.granitestatefitness.com
2020-10-0848 min
Stimulus Podcast#18 - HM Motorworks | w/Owner & Operator Haleem MediouniThis week we talk exotic cars, the future of the auto industry, and why you shouldn't buy a Subaru. - 26 Columbia Cir, Merrimack, NH 0305 - www.hmmotorworksnh.com
2020-10-0149 min
Stimulus Podcast#17 - Lions Club of Merrimack | w/2nd Vice President Adam JumpAdam Jump talks about how Lions Club International can help your community. He also talks about his job at UPS, what really happens to damaged goods, and gives Mike closure on where his missing package went. - Lions Club of Merrimack & Lions Club International
2020-09-2434 min
Stimulus Podcast#16 - Ancient Fire Mead & Cider | w/Mead Maker Jason PhelpsThis week we talk to Jason Phelps who, after surviving cancer, decided to quit his career as a software engineer and follow his passion by opening Ancient Fire Mead & Cider. He also explains why mead is becoming one of the fastest growing segments of the American alcohol beverage industry. - 8030 S Willow St Unit 1-7, Manchester, NH 03103 - https://ancientfirewines.com
2020-09-1546 min
Stimulus Podcast#15 - The Living Epic | w/Founder & Ultra-Marathoner Adam DodgeThis week we talk to Adam Dodge about running 100-mile races, how that mentality helped him through time in jail, and why those experiences inspired his lifestyle brand, The Living Epic. https://www.facebook.com/thelivingepic
2020-09-0154 min
Stimulus Podcast#14 - Boards & Brews | w/Owner Keating TuftsKeating Tufts, social worker turned board game cafe owner, talks about the power of board games and how they can help transform your community. - 941 Elm St, Manchester, NH 03101 - www.boardsandbrewsnh.com
2020-08-2546 min
Stimulus Podcast#13 - Amazon Affiliate | w/Self-Made Entrepreneur Edward HolgateWant to learn how to build a million dollar business from your house on Amazon? Edward Holgate tells us how.
2020-08-1843 min
Stimulus Podcast#12 - Crossfit Earned | w/Owner & Head Coach Troy RathkeTroy Rathke, the owner & head coach of Crossfit Earned, talks about the Marine Corps, van-life, and how to stay healthy enough to live life. - 26 Columbia Cir B, Merrimack, NH 03054 - www.crossfitearned.com
2020-08-1136 min
Stimulus Podcast#11 - Grill 23 & Bar | w/Executive Chef Peter AgostinelliPeter Agostinelli is the Executive Chef of Grill 23 & Bar, Boston’s premier steakhouse. Grill 23 is one of only 100 restaurants in the world to receive Wine Spectator's Grand Award. - 161 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116 - www.grill23.com
2020-08-0441 min
Stimulus Podcast#10 - Amherst Brewing | w/Beer Brewer Jim Varela | Why You Shouldn't RecycleBrendan & Mike discuss another week w/beer brewer Jim Varela. FEATURING: Amherst Brewing - 10 University Dr, Amherst, MA 01002 - www.amherstbrewing.com
Jim Varela is a brewer at Able Ebenezer Brewing Company.
2020-07-2828 min
Stimulus Podcast#9 - Notch Brewing | w/Beer Brewer Jim Varela | Host Mike Opens Up About His Man-CrushBrendan & Mike discuss another week w/Beer Brewer Jim Varela. FEATURING: Notch Brewing - 283R Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970 - www.notchbrewing.com
Jim Varela is a brewer at Able Ebenezer Brewing Company.
2020-07-2125 min
Stimulus Podcast#8 - To Share Brewing | w/Beer Brewer Jim Varela | Why Normal People Should Do SteroidsBrendan & Mike discuss another week w/Beer Brewer Jim Varela. FEATURING: To Share Brewing Company - 720 Union Street, Manchester, NH 03104 - www.tosharebrewing.com
Jim Varela is a brewer at Able Ebenezer Brewing Company.
2020-07-1429 min
Stimulus Podcast#7 - Stoneface Brewing | w/Beer Brewer Jim Varela & his daughter Peyton | Should The Washington Redskins Change Their Name?Brendan & Mike discuss another week w/Beer Brewer Jim Varela and his daughter, Peyton. FEATURING: Stoneface Brewing Company - 436 Shattuck Way, Newington, NH 03801 - https://stonefacebrewing.com
Jim Varela is a brewer at Able Ebenezer Brewing Company.
2020-07-0723 min
Stimulus Podcast#6 - Left Hand Brewing | w/Beer Brewer Jim Varela | Is A.I. The Next Step In Human Evolution?Brendan and Mike discuss another week w/Beer Brewer Jim Varela. FEATURING: Left Hand Brewing Company - 1265 Boston Ave, Longmont, CO 80501 - www.lefthandbrewing.com
Jim Varela is a brewer at Able Ebenezer Brewing Company.
2020-06-3029 min
Stimulus Podcast#5 - Exhibit A Brewing | Is It Ever Okay To Guess A Woman's Weight?Brendan and Mike discuss another week, with "Producer Kimmy," FEATURING: Exhibit A Brewing - 81 Morton Street, Framingham, MA 01702 - www.exhibit-a-brewing.com
"Producer Kimmy" helps with fact checking during recording and is host Brendan's fiancé.
2020-06-2325 min
Stimulus Podcast#4 - Foley Brothers Brewing | Do You Eat Skittles By The Color or All At Once?Brendan & Mike discuss another week. FEATURING: Foley Brothers Brewing - 79 Stone Mill Dam Rd, Brandon, VT 05733 - www.foleybrothersbrewing.com
2020-06-2322 min
Stimulus Podcast#3 - 603 Brewery | w/Fire Fighter Mandy Hudson | The NFL Takes A KneeBrendan & Mike discuss another week w/Fire Fighter Mandy Hudson, FEATURING: 603 Brewery, 42 Main Street, Londonderry, NH 03053 - www.603brewery.com
Mandy Hudson is a firefighter in Weare, New Hampshire, and a part-time bartender at Able Ebenezer Brewing Company.
2020-06-0921 min
Stimulus Podcast#2 - Able Ebenezer Brewing | Would You Save Young Michael Jackson, but miss out on the King of Pop?Brendan & Mike discuss another week. FEATURING: Able Ebenezer Brewing - 31 Columbia Circle, Merrimack, NH 03054 - www.ableebenezer.com
2020-06-0221 min
Stimulus Podcast#1 - Lone Pine Brewing | Could You Kill Baby Hitler?Brendan & Mike discuss another week. FEATURING: Lone Pine Brewing - 219 Anderson St, Portland, ME 04101 - https://lonepinebrewery.com
2020-05-2422 min