Shows
Sleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastMaking the Perfect Christmas Playlist Pt 3: White ChristmasEric Taylor of the Jukebox Journey podcast joins us to talk about curating a playlist all of versions of "White Christmas."
2025-07-2435 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastMaking The Perfect Christmas Playlist Pt 2Josh Graham of Dallas Texas, or DJ Joshua, shares what's on his perfect Christmas music playlist and how he came to love Christmas music.
2025-07-1648 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastMaking The Perfect Christmas Playlist Pt 1Gerry Davilla from the Totally Rad Xmas podcast joins us for part one of our Christmas in July series as we look at making the perfect Christmas music playlist.
2025-07-0631 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastThe Dickens You SayHear all about the Charles Dickens museum with Benjamin William Bradley, the host of Holiday Home Makeovers on Netflix.
2025-06-1437 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastA Very English ChristmasWe wish you a Happy Christmas and a Merry Christmas with James Cooper from the website whychristmas.com, who joins the Sleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas Podcast to talk about all things Christmas in England, Great Britain and the U.K.
2025-05-1548 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastThe National Christmas Tree DocumentaryJeff Carter, our GE Vintage Light expert, joins us to talk about his documentary, “The National Christmas Tree: A Century of Celebration.”
2024-12-2238 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastClaus UniverseAuthor Tony Bertauski, the author of the "Claus Universe" series, joins us to talk about his clean adventure and fantasy world he created for young adult and other readers.
2024-12-1849 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastIt's A Wonderful Life FestivalOur guest is Kelly Redder, a volunteer and worker with "It's A Wonderful Life Festival."
2024-12-1130 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastMagical Xmas Tree TentsAna Marie Dinu, the creator of Magical Underland Christmas Tree Tent, joins us to talk about how Christmas tree tents bring wonder and joy to the holiday, where kids can play, dream, and wait for Santa!
2024-12-0123 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas Podcast2024 Holiday Viewing LIneupMary interviews Rachel Wagner of Rachel's Reviews and the Hallmarkies Podcast about the Christmas and holiday movies to expect this year in theaters, on TV channels and streaming platforms.
2024-11-2229 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastTasting Holiday HistoryWe are joined by Max Miller, food history YouTuber and author of "Tasting History."
2024-11-1040 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastA Fogelberg/Backstreet XmasHear the connection between the Backstreet Boys and Dan Fogelberg with Scott Newman of the Tinsel Tunes Podcast.
2024-11-0343 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastAn MTV ChristmasEric Taylor, radio personality and teacher, tells us all about what the holiday season was like at MTV.
2024-10-1523 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastDonner vs Donder"Now Dasher, now Dancer!" and so on until you get to — is it Donner? Or Donder? We get to the bottom of the real name of the seventh of Santa’s eight reindeer with guest Pamela Mccoll, author and expert on "Twas The Night Before Christmas.”
2024-10-0326 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastTop TV CommercialsWendy Hanson and Brent Wilhite from Penna Powers Marketing join us to talk about some of the top holiday commercials on television.
2024-09-2232 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastJingle Bell Rocks DocumentaryWe pay tribute to the late Mitchell Kezin with Hugh McNally of "Bootleg Xmas."
2024-08-2638 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSanta SongsKen Kessler, from The Sounds of Christmas Podcast, and Scott Leopold, from the Holly Jolly Xmas-U Podcast, join us to talk about lots — and lots — of Santa songs.
2024-07-2629 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSanta ConsCoz Green, author "Through Santa's Eyes" and professional Santa, joins us to talk about Santa Conventions.
2024-07-1633 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastThe Santa Claus CanonDan Morris, of Tracing The Path Podcast, asks, what if every Santa Claus story you ever heard was part of one history? He joins us to talk about his comprehensive work, "The Complete Canon of Santa Claus."
2024-07-101h 00Sleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSanta's On The Naughty ListWe are joined by Jason Usry of the "Santa Maybe, A Criminal" Podcast as true crime and Christmas collide.
2024-07-0236 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastGiant DIY Xmas Gift BoxesWith the warmer weather, it's time to get your holiday DIY projects going! We are joined by Jordan Maywald of "Holiday Lighting & Creations" and winner of the ABC Christmas Light Fight 2019.
2024-06-2428 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastXmas Destinations: NYCBenjamin William Bradley joins us to share the sights and sounds of New York City at Christmas time.
2024-06-0542 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastAn Old Time Radio ChristmasSean Sotka with the Christmas Podcasts Podcast talks about what the holidays were like during the golden era of radio.
2024-05-1726 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastWoolworthsLarry Lashinsky, vintage Christmas collector and history enthusiast, talks about the Golden Glow of Christmas Past, Woolworth stores, glass ornaments and World War II.
2024-04-2335 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastThrough Santa's EyesWe love to read Christmas books at SBMX because it helps us feel the spirit of the season all year. Rikki talks with author Coz Green about his book, “Through Santa’s Eyes: Be Less Selfish, Be More Elfish.”
2023-12-2040 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastThe Christmas List of Richard LindsayAuthor, broadcaster and journalist Bruce Lindsay talks about his Christmas book, based on a family story. And he shares how reading Christmas books to his children is one of his favorite parts of Christmas time.
2023-12-1031 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSpace Age Aluminum Christmas Tree part 2Theron Georges joins us to talk about some of the great features of aluminum Christmas trees.
2023-12-0550 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSpace Age Aluminum Christmas Tree part 1Theron Georges joins us to talk about the history of the biggest names in aluminum Christmas trees.
2023-12-0517 min
Sleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastChristmas Jars, The BookDrop your spare change into the jar. When the jar is filled, give it away. It's a special SBMX episode as we talk about "Christmas Jars." Learn the history of the book that started a movement of giving. Best selling author, Jason F. Wright, tells us about the inspiration and ideas that brought him to write his holiday novella, along with real life experiences that continue to touch lives around the world.
2023-12-0130 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastReindeer Games for HumansRikki and Mary describe games played during Christmas gatherings past and present, and they play Pass the Parcel together.
2023-11-2623 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastChristmas Store Windows Part 1Darren Durman, owner of The Merchant General Store in Wisconsin, shares how to feel the nostalgia and make new memories with Christmas store window displays.
2023-11-2030 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastThe Tree That Visited NYC for the HolidaysDocumentary filmmaker Eric Porterfield talks to us about his film, "The Tree that Visited New York City for the Holidays" about the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree.
2023-11-2031 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastA Finger-Licking Good ChristmasLet's talk about how KFC makes "A Finger-Lickin' Good Christmas" in Japan with guest Scott Leopold of the Holly Jolly X'masu Podcast.
2023-11-1226 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastUpside Down Christmas TreesOnce you see one, you don't forget it. Vintage and antique Christmas enthusiast Barbara Frazier Lehl tells us her experience with an upside down Christmas tree.
2023-11-1226 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastChristmas After 9/11For Veterans Day, we pay tribute to the men and women who have served our country. In this episode, Eliza Pace joins us to talk about Christmas after 9/11/2001.
2023-11-0530 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastChristmas After Pearl HarborFor Veterans Day, we want to honor the men and women who have served our country. Benjamin William Bradley takes us back to a solemn time in America by looking at Christmas after Pearl Harbor, the first in an upcoming series of holiday times and themes during WWII.
2023-11-0526 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastA New Wave Christmas Part 2We wrap up October Christmas music month by talking about New Wave Christmas music with Biff Raff.
2023-10-2945 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastNew Christmas Music 2023JJ of Christmas Music News discusses the artists with new Christmas songs and albums this year.
2023-10-2220 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastA British Christmas InvasionMartin "Marv" Quibell from Pods Like Us shares his thoughts about the top holiday hits from England that are played every Christmas season.
2023-10-1547 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastA Spooky Tunes PlaylistLooking to make a great Halloween playlist? In this BONUS episode, SBMX Rikki and radio host, Bob Bedore, cover a frightfully long list of spooky tunes sure to get you in the spirit of the season. Hear titles from those beloved monster classics to the more obscure song suggestions, Perfect for the little Trick-or-Treaters or the oldest dead souls. It'll be a BOO-tiful time with "A Spooky Tunes Playlist."
2023-10-1335 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastA Country Music ChristmasRick Stoneburner (“Christmas Rick”) helps us learn a little more about country Christmas music. He gives an overview through the decades, from some early artists to today’s fan favorites and even some popular country Christmas albums.
2023-10-0820 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastA Billboard Xmas History & HitsIt's the magazine of the music industry, the gold standard in tracking the hits and the misses of the music charts. Billboard. Avid Christmas music collector and holiday radio show host, Rob Martinez, joins SBMX to share the history and insights of Billboard's top holiday songs.
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2023-09-2749 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastXmas Destinations: Niagara FallsWe have another entry in our ongoing series, Christmas Destinations. Yvonette Creary joins the podcast to share the festivity, beauty, and wonder that is Niagara Falls at Christmas time.
2023-09-2424 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastHoliday Hot ShotsPhotographer Josh Lewis talks about about some fun ideas, tips, and tricks for holiday photos and Christmas portraits.
2023-09-1733 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastTwas the Night BicentennialAuthor Pamela McColl joins the podcast to talk with Rikki about the bicentennial of the classic poem, “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” Learn all about the origin of the tale and its cultural significance and influence over the last 200 years. And Mary had family obligations but will be back next time with Christmas News.
2023-09-1237 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastRankin Bass News 2023Rick Goldschmidt joins us with the latest Rankin/Bass news.
2023-09-0431 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastChristmas on Walton's MountainRikki talks to Joanna Wilson with “Tis the Season” podcast about “The Waltons’ Homecoming.” It’s the televised Christmas movie that sparked a series.
2023-08-2825 min
Sleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas Podcast"A Paul Harvey Holiday"Dan Morris, host of "Tracing The Path" podcast, stops by to talk about the master storyteller & historic radio broadcaster, Paul Harvey. Get "the rest of the story" on Harvey's holiday tales.
2023-08-1937 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastVintage Christmas TreesHear our SBMX Vintage Christmas Contributor, Benjamin William Bradley, talk all about vintage Christmas trees.
2023-08-1426 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastBonus: The Christmas Podcasts PodcastRikki talks with Sean Sotka. If you're enjoying SBMX and looking for other holiday podcasts to check out, Sean has the latest on ALL Christmas podcasts. Find him at "Christmas Podcasts Podcast."
2023-08-0127 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastXmas In July: A Coca-Cola Christmas: Xmas CDsLearn all about the Coca-Cola Christmas CDs in part four of our Christmas in July series, "A Coca-Cola Christmas." Rikki talks with Tim Neely, an author and Christmas music collector.
2023-07-2532 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastXmas in July: A Coca-Cola Christmas The RecipesGlen Warren from the Season's Eatings podcast talks to Rikki about some classic and favorite recipes with Coca-Cola, and Mary covers some Christmas in July happenings in Christmas news.
2023-07-2333 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastXmas in July: The World of Coca-ColaSpeedy Huskey talks about The World of Coca-Cola Museum in Atlanta, Georgia, and the other locations where you can find out all about the history of Coca-Cola, take photos, taste different flavors and more.
2023-07-1614 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastXmas in July: A Coca-Cola ChristmasCoca-Cola at Christmas time is so iconic — from reimagined Santa to loveable polar bears, Wendy and Brent from Penna Powers talk about the magic of Christmas Coke advertising.
2023-07-0924 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX: Hallmark Christmas MoviesAs Christmas movies air again on TV for Christmas in July, Mary talks to Rachel Wagner of the Hallmarkies Podcast about Hallmark movies and what makes a good made for TV Christmas movie.
2023-07-0231 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX Xmas Music Clunkers, The StandardsBonus episode! Fellow Christmas podcaster Scott Newman with Tinsel Tunes and the Christmas Morning podcast talks about some of the Christmas clunkers and the standards you'll hear in the Christmas music season.
2023-06-3026 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX The Nutcracker MuseumArlene Wagner joins us from the Nutcracker Museum in Leavenworth, Washington. She talks about the kinds and types they have on display, and discusses the history of nutcrackers from their use as early tools to the current trend in decorating.
2023-06-2519 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX A Christmas WeddingLarrissa from Victoria, British Columbia, joins the podcast to talk about her Christmas-time wedding — why she chose to get married during the holidays and how it all came together. She even got engaged at a place called Christmas Hill!
2023-06-1820 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX Xmas Destinations: OregonOregon native Saige Miller talks about her green and great state and all it has to offer at Christmas time.
2023-06-1223 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX The Christmas ExpoRikki talks with Joyce Perhac about the Christmas Expo. the original Christmas decorating event. And after the interview, Mary has details on classes and events at this year’s conference in Lexington, Kentucky, in July. Find more at christmasexpo.com.
2023-06-0418 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastChristmas Collections: AutographsChristmas Rick joins this episode to talk about his collection of Christmas autographs. Hear how he got started and listen for some of the big names he now has (like from Elf and Die Hard!)
2023-05-2416 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX Special 100th Xmas CelebrationWelcome to the 2023 season and our 100th episode! Rikki talks to vintage lighting expert Jeff Carter about the 100th anniversary of the National Christmas Tree. And listen for a way to win a free cookbook in a giveaway celebrating our milestone.
2023-05-0725 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastChristmas OrangesChristmas is almost here so Rikki & IMary wanted to leave you with a little bit of holiday history and that wonderful taste and scent of one of the most popular holiday traditions for ages — Christmas oranges. Glen Warren of the Season's Eatings Podcast shares his insights in a stocking stuffer for you.
2022-12-1913 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastA Good Reads ChristmasArt Kilmer from a Cozy Christmas podcast gives us his top picks for Christmas books this season. Listen up, then grab those books and cozy up to read them.
2022-12-1327 min
Sleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX Good Christmas ReadsArt Kilmer from a Cozy Christmas podcast gives us his top picks for Christmas books this season. Listen up, then grab those books and cozy up to read them.
2022-12-1127 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX Xmas at Nela ParkVintage lighting expert Jeff Carter shares all about Christmas at Nela Park — the headquarters of GE Lighting in Cleveland, Ohio, and home to most of hte lighting breakthroughs of the last century.
2022-12-0424 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX The Gingerbread LadyHear more about the delicious holiday staple of gingerbread, the differences in how it is made, and why Yvonnette Creary got her nickname, "The Gingerbread Lady."
2022-11-2718 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX Tru-Tone Vintage LightsDavid Andora, designer and maker of Tru-Tone LED Vintage-style Christmas lights, talks about their wide range of products and new items this year.
2022-11-2022 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastTis The Season Xmas EncyclopediaChristmas TV viewing expert Joanna Wilson joins us with her wealth of knowledge and research on Christmas TV shows over the decades.
2022-11-1327 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX The Reindeer BusJohn Strachan joins us from Vancouver, Canada, to talk about The Reindeer Bus -- a fully decorated Translink city bus that picks up donated toys and delivers them to charities helping children in need. If you happen to catch a ride on the bus, you might earn a candy cane from John (also known as Sparky the Elf!) or Santa or Mrs Claus.
2022-11-0630 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastChristmas Ghost TownsWe are celebrating Halloween by focusing on Christmas almost-ghost towns — spots that used to be booming and thriving but now not as much. Randy, The Santa Dad, joins the podcast.
2022-10-3015 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastKohl's Christmas Music CDsGary Eaton joins the podcast to talk about compiling the affordable and beautiful Christmas music CDs sold at department stores — specifically Kohl’s.
2022-10-2332 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastChristmas Clunkers 1SBMX takes on Christmas songs that should never go on your holiday playlist. We chat, and have a little fun, with two music industry professionals discussing our personal holiday hits and misses... mostly misses, BIG misses! Consider yourselves warned with this a public service announcement geared to Christmas music lovers everywhere.
2022-10-1426 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastNew Christmas Music 2022Turn it up! Christmas Music News joins SBMX Rikki with the latest on what's coming in new holiday music this season. Time to get excited because lots of great artists are releasing including Debbie Gibson, Lindsey Stirling, Switchfoot, Steve Perry, Chris Isaak, a new Holidays Rule vinyl, & the long-awaited Backstreet Boys. Plus, Mary has the latest in Xmas News.
2022-10-0725 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastRankin Bass News 2022Rankin Bass historian Rick Goldschmidt joins the podcast again with news and tidbits and behind the scenes information.
2022-10-0328 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSMBX: Christmas Destinations: UtahThe latest installment in our Christmas Destinations series looks at our own home state of Utah. Catherine Armstrong with "Only In Your State" joins the podcast.
2022-09-2415 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastMake Ahead Holiday BakingA fellow foodie, Rachael McAllister, joins the podcast to talk about which Christmas goodies you can bake ahead of time — and how to avoid the dreaded soggy bottom!
2022-09-1817 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX Capt Sensible One Christmas CatalogueAfter a brief delay, this is our final episode from our Christmas in July series, "Christmas Catalogues." Rikki chats with Gerry D from Totally Rad Christmas Podcast about the song from Captain Sensible on "One Christmas Catalogue." And you'll hear clips from Captain Sensible himself, which Gerry has graciously allowed us to use on our show.
2022-09-1130 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastThe Christmas Clue BookAuthor Natalie Bickel talks about her book, The Christmas Clue, a children's book about a scavanger hunt that Santa Claus leaves for siblings Ryan and Natalie.
2022-09-0416 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastXmas Catalogs: The WebsitesWe continue our Christmas in July series, Xmas Catalogs, by learning all about the websites. In this episode, Corey Groth, vintage Christmas enthusiast and collector, joins us to talk about Christmas catalogs in digital form for this age.
2022-07-1723 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastXmas Catalogs: Homes For The HolidaysBenjamin Will Bradley gives some fascinating insights into Sears Homes — actual homes that were ordered from the Sears Catalog, in the second episode of our special Christmas in July series, “Xmas Catalogs.”
2022-07-1023 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastXmas Catalogs: Sears Wish BookRemember getting a Christmas catalog in the mail and poring over it? Take a trip down memory lane as guests Wendy Hansen and Brent Wilhight talk about the Sears Wish Book and more.
2022-07-0323 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastACS The Little ToadyActor Yano Anaya, the toady Grover Dill, stops by to chat about his time on the set of A Christmas Story, how it's impacted his life now and what he expects of the new movie "A Christmas Story Christmas" filming now.
2022-06-2639 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX The Xmas Village TreeJulianna Ely joins the podcast from North Carolina to share the special story behind her incredible Christmas Village Tree.
2022-06-1226 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX: Christmas Collections Christmas SpecialsJeff Fox often helps people find what they're looking for in holiday entertainment, and he chats with Rikki about collecting Christmas specials. Find him on Twitter and Instagram at @CHRspecials and online at namethatchristmasspecial.com
2022-05-2933 min2022-05-0832 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX: DIY Outdoor Xmas DecorIsaac Alexander joins the show for the first time. He has his own YouTube channel of DIY tutorials of holiday decorative lawn projects. Now is a great time to work on those outdoor projects to get them ready for next Christmas, and Isaac has lots of ideas and tips from beginner to expert.
2022-04-2414 min2022-04-1020 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSMBX: Bubble LightsRikki chats with Jeff Carter — vintage lighting expert and friend of the podcast — about bubble lights! These bulbs have a ton of decorative appeal, adding action and movement and nostalgia: "It looks like a tube of bubbling color liquid sitting on your Christmas tree."
2022-03-2019 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX The Symbolism in “A Christmas Carol”Charles Dickens' classic book, "A Christmas Carol," is rich in layered meaning and symbolism. Learn some of the surprising facts and lessons we can all learn from this beloved story. Mary Richards has a great conversation with John Hartvigsen, who has studied "A Christmas Carol" for decades.
2021-12-1937 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSMBX: A Very Disney Christmas Pt 2: Disney OrnamentsHear all about the most amazing collection of Disney ornaments from a man who has almost 400 of them! Rikki and Mary together speak with Tim Hughes, the stadium voice of University of Utah football, Las Vegas Raiders, Glory Kickboxing and the Olympics, and KSL NewsRadio morning host, about his love of all things Disney!
2021-12-1130 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX "A Crock Pot Christmas"Crockpots and slow-cookers can be such a life saver at Christmas time! Especially when cooking for a crowd, or for a holiday party. It's time to give this time-saving kitchen convenience some love, and talk through some recipes with food blooger Danielle Febre with Temple Display in Illinois.
2021-12-0516 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX "Christmas Destinations: The Smokies"We continue our Christmas Destinations by taking a trip to The Smoky Mountains, and the darling towns and cities with so much to do during the holidays, including Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and more. Bob Speakman with "All About the Smokies" on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube joins us!
2021-11-2824 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX A Very Disney Christmas Pt 1: The Early YearsLearn about the earliest Christmas Disney ventures in our interview with Jim Fanning, a Disney author, expert, blogger and youtuber.
2021-11-2127 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX Leave No Blow Mold BehindBefore inflatables, there were blow molded Christmas decorations. These plastic light up figures still adorn some lawns and are a wonderful decor. And they are also highly collectible. Hear more from a blow mold historian, restorer and collector.
2021-11-1335 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX New Xmas Music 2021JJ from Christmas Music News (@NewXmasMusic) is back on the podcast to talk about all the new Christmas music coming up this season. Some big names have new albums, from Rob Thomas and the Backstreet Boys, to Kelly Clarkson and Norah Jones.
2021-11-0723 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX - City Sidewalks Dressed In Holiday Style - Pt 2 CollectionsHear from a collector, documentarian and historian of municipal Christmas displays. Learn all about how Christmas fans can collect the huge displays after a city is done with them. And it takes some creativity to store and display them, because some of them are very large!
2021-10-3132 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX "City Sidewalks Dressed In Holiday Style" Municipals Pt 1, HistorySome cities and towns have been putting up Christmas decorations for well over a century. And it’s getting to be that time again for municipalities. Vintage Christmas collector Jeff Carter is back on the podcast to talk about municipal decorations, displays and lighting.
2021-10-2423 minSleigh Bells and Mistletoe Christmas PodcastSBMX Scary Ghost StoriesLearn more about the history of scary ghost stories at Christmas Time. This was a traditional pastime for many families as they gathered together on Christmas Eve, and in Victorian England, this went on all through the winter. Chris of the Yuletide TV podcast joins us again to talk about ghosts or spirits at Christmas time, and how they are depicted in movies and TV Shows. Like A Christmas Carol and It’s a Wonderful Life, and much more.
2021-10-1617 min